RFI - Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC), Instrument Landing System/Distance Measuring Equipment (ILS/DME), Kucova AB, Albania
ID: FA2330-FMS-Albania-RFIType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2330 ARSPC MGNT SYSTMS AFLCMC/HBAHANSCOM AFB, MA, 01731, USA

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4de3189adf3d4e4a88ae5edac9bd2f42/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Air Force, is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to identify sources capable of supporting a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) procurement for the Albanian Armed Forces (AAF). The procurement includes one Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC) system and one Instrument Landing System/Distance Measuring Equipment (ILS/DME), along with necessary infrastructure extensions for communication and electrical power at Kucova Air Base in Albania. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the operational capabilities of the AAF and ensuring compliance with NATO standards. Interested parties are invited to submit their qualifications and relevant experience by January 31, 2025, with inquiries directed to the designated contacts, LaLinda Harrison and Richard Cincotta, via email.

    Point(s) of Contact
    LaLinda Harrison
    LaLinda.Harrison@us.af.mil
    Richard Cincotta
    Richard.Cincotta.1@us.af.mil
    Files
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    Albania RFI.pdf
    The AFLCMC/HBAN is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to conduct market research for a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) procurement aimed at supporting the Albanian Armed Forces (AAF). The requirements include one Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC) system and one Instrument Landing System/Distance Measuring Equipment (ILS/DME), alongside necessary infrastructure extensions for communication and electrical power. The procurement encompasses various elements such as contractor site surveys, system production, installation, testing, training, logistics support, and warranty services. Interested parties are invited to submit qualifications, experiences, and estimates regarding costs and strategies related to this procurement. Emphasis is placed on submitting non-proprietary information and providing prior experience in similar systems. Responses to this RFI must be submitted by January 31, 2025, in unclassified PDF format. Potential contractors should monitor the System for Award Management for future solicitations. This RFI indicates the government's intent to gather information only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee of future contracts. Questions must be directed to designated personnel via email, with a deadline for inquiries set for January 22, 2025. The initiative reflects the U.S. government’s commitment to enhancing foreign military partnerships through infrastructure development and operational training.
    Albania RFI QandA Attachment.pdf
    The RFI outlines the requirements for providing fiber optic communications and electrical power extension cabling for aviation systems at AAF locations, specifically linking to the ATCT. It seeks clarification on whether the USAF will supply network support to the control tower, as AAF is tasked with delivering on-site infrastructure within 30 meters of assigned locations related to ILS/DME and VORTAC systems. The document also requests details on the expectations set by the USAF for the contractor logistics support (CLS) over two years and the subsequent five-year repair and return (R&R) period. It emphasizes the necessity for contractors to conduct maintenance and repair in coordination with AAF personnel and outlines that after the warranty, AAF technicians will handle part replacements. The AAF aims to establish an initial operational capability aligned with NATO timelines, indicating the urgency for delivery and installation of VORTAC/DME/ILS systems. Ultimately, the document emphasizes the need for clarity on responsibilities and specifications to ensure compliance with the RFI and effective execution of the project.
    Runway Map.pdf
    The document discusses the Kucova Air Base in Albania, focusing on its strategic importance and potential for federal government contracting opportunities. It outlines the operational requirements for maintaining and upgrading the base, which includes infrastructure improvements, logistical support, and enhanced security measures. The request for proposals (RFP) aims to engage contractors who can provide necessary services in line with military standards and regulations while ensuring cost-effectiveness and efficiency. Key areas of interest include the projections for facility upgrades, maintenance routines, and potential collaborations with local businesses. Additionally, the document emphasizes the significance of environmental compliance and sustainable practices in all activities related to the air base's operations. The objective is to enhance the base's capacity to serve military operations and support regional stability in collaboration with NATO allies. The overall purpose of the RFP is to solicit bids from qualified entities to fulfill these critical needs, thereby promoting an effective public-private partnership for national defense and regional security initiatives.
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