Intent to Award Sole/Single Source - USAFSAM Aeromedical Aviation Laboratory (AAL) Program - Amendment 01 Dept Of Defense
The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright-Patterson AFB, intends to award a sole-source contract to MacAir Aviation, LLC for specialized training services related to the Aeromedical Aviation Laboratory (AAL) Program. This contract focuses on providing maintenance services and repairs for training flight surgeons on the physiological effects of flight, which is critical for ensuring the operational readiness of Air Force personnel. The estimated total value of the five-year contract is approximately $14,038,000, reflecting the unique qualifications of MacAir as the incumbent contractor and the urgency of maintaining a fixed training schedule for 2025. Interested parties may submit capability statements to Natasha Randall at natasha.randall@us.af.mil by November 1, 2024, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time for consideration.
The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses to provide sound support services for the 2025 Nellis Air Show at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. The contractor will be responsible for assembling, managing, and disassembling sound equipment, ensuring high-quality audio with both wired and wireless systems, and conducting sound checks prior to the event. This opportunity is significant as it supports a major public display, emphasizing the need for professional standards and safety protocols during the event. Interested vendors must submit their quotes electronically by November 1, 2024, and are encouraged to direct any questions to 1st Lt Vincent McDonough at vincent.mcdonough.2@us.af.mil, with a deadline for inquiries set for October 24, 2024.
Tunner Aircraft Cargo Loader (ACL) Bridge Dept Of Defense
The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking contractors for a five-year Fixed Price Incentive Firm Target (FPIF)/Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract to support the overhaul and maintenance of the 60K Tunner Aircraft Cargo Loader. This self-propelled cargo transporter, crucial for transferring loads to and from warehouses and cargo aircraft, requires comprehensive services including unscheduled depot-level maintenance and overhaul, with the government planning to award a sole source bridge contract to Leonardo DRS. The anticipated solicitation will be available around May 20, 2024, with proposals due by November 8, 2024; interested parties can contact Deborah Simmons or Christopher Greene for further inquiries. The contract is valued at approximately $24.6 million, emphasizing the importance of maintaining operational readiness for military logistics.
Intent to Sole Source - Hangar Rental Dept Of Defense
The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, intends to sole source a contract for hangar rental services at Salina Regional Airport, Kansas, for the 357th Fighter Squadron's A-10C FTU capstone training from December 2 to December 13, 2024. The procurement requires specialized facilities, including hangar space, aircrew ground equipment, and office facilities, which are critical for the training mission due to the unique operational requirements and proximity constraints of the JTAC unit. The Salina Airport is identified as the only viable contractor capable of meeting these demands, as surrounding airfields lack the necessary infrastructure and support. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Kody McPherson at kody.mcpherson.1@us.af.mil or 520-228-1922, or to Erick Ramirez Millan at erick.ramirezmillan@us.af.mil or 520-228-4967.
AFNORTH Support Services Contract Dept Of Defense
The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Air Force, is soliciting proposals for the AFNORTH Support Services Contract at Tyndall Air Force Base in Florida. This contract aims to provide comprehensive management and labor support for the Continental United States NORAD Region and associated units, following the guidelines outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). The contract will be awarded as a firm-fixed price agreement with a one-year base period and four optional twelve-month extensions, emphasizing the importance of these services for national defense operations. Proposals are due by November 15, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. CDT, and interested vendors must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for contract award. For inquiries, contact David Hackney at david.hackney.1@us.af.mil or James Vaughan at james.vaughan.6@us.af.mil.
Pre-Solicitation Notice and Pre-Solicitation Meeting/Industry Day announcement for Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS) Dept Of Defense
Pre-Solicitation Notice and Pre-Solicitation Meeting/Industry Day announcement for Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS): The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking a focused yet flexible, rapid, agile contracting vehicle to support the research, development, prototyping, demonstration, evaluation, and transition of Counter small Unmanned Aircraft System (C-sUAS) capabilities. These capabilities are intended to combat Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) used by adversaries in asymmetric warfare against U.S. military personnel and materiel. The government anticipates a single award Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (ID/IQ) research and development (R&D) contract with Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee Completion (CPFF/C) Task Orders, an ordering period of seventy-two (72) months, and a maximum ordering amount of approximately $490,000,000. The anticipated deliverables include software, hardware, technical documentation, and technical reports. The North American Industry Classification Systems (NAICS) code for this effort is 541715 with a small business size standard of 1,500 employees based on the Aircraft, Aircraft Engine, and Engine Parts exception. The government also requires that approximately 20% of proposed personnel be TS/SCI cleared and assigned at the time of award, with graduated increases over time. Foreign Allied Participation will be excluded at the prime contractor level. A technical library relating to the subject area of this acquisition will be made available. Interested parties must request access through AFRL/RI personnel. A Draft Request for Proposal (RFP) is anticipated to be released during the 1st quarter of CY 2020. The entire solicitation will be issued on the BETA SAM website at https://beta.sam.gov/. The government will not provide paper copies of the solicitation. All responsible sources may submit a proposal in response to the RFP. Technical questions should be directed to the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR), Donna Toole at (315) 330-3972, donna.toole.1@us.af.mil. Any contractual questions or questions concerning this Presolicitation Notice should be communicated directly to the Contract Specialist, Matthew Zawisza at (315) 330-4922, matthew.zawisza@us.af.mil, or the Contracting Officer, Terrence Lipinski at (315) 330-4510, terrence.lipinski@us.af.mil. An Ombudsman has been appointed to hear and facilitate the resolution of concerns from offerors, potential offerors, and others for this acquisition. INDUSTRY DAY: AFRL will be conducting an Industry Day for the C-sUAS acquisition on Monday, December 16, 2019, at Griffiss Institute, 725 Daedalian Dr., Rome NY 13441. The purpose of this meeting is to provide interested companies/entities with an overview of the C-sUAS contract and promote an early exchange of information. Interested parties must register by Monday, December 09, 2019, to gain access to the facility.