Differential Training
ID: FA877324S0001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8773 ACC 38 CONSTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-2713, USA

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7d338e3ce7c14ddc8bae60bf470a6b84/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Dec 6, 2023 12:18 PM
  2. 2
    Updated Dec 12, 2023 2:20 PM
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    Due Jan 4, 2024 6:00 PM
Description

Sources Sought DEPT OF DEFENSE DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE is seeking a contractor to provide differential training for the 67 Cyber Wing (CW) requirements. This training will involve establishing technical procedures and training data standards, as well as user and weapon system training in support of cyber operations. The contractor will also be responsible for developing tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), conducting training events, and providing administrative support for Cyberspace Operations training.

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Differential Training Sources Sought Amend 1.pdf
3/26/2024
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