for Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) Research and Development (R&D) support
ID: 692M15-24-R-ARFFType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION692M15 ACQUISITION & GRANTS, AAQ600ATLANTIC CITY, NJ, 08405, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

OPERATION OF GOVERNMENT-OWNED GOVERNMENT-OPERATED (GOGO) R&D FACILITIES (M1HB)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8fb51c145e0c495da64118141749f4bb/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Transportation, specifically the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), is seeking a contractor to provide research and development support for Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) operations. The primary objectives include enhancing passenger safety during post-crash incidents by improving firefighting tactics and technologies, as well as managing ARFF research facilities and conducting various research initiatives related to firefighting agents and tactics. This procurement is critical for maintaining air travel safety and involves tasks such as investigating advanced air mobility aircraft, exploring alternative fuels, and researching fluorine-free foam alternatives due to environmental concerns. Interested vendors must submit a capability statement by 3:00 PM EST on October 15, 2024, to Joseph Szwec at Joseph.S.Szwec@faa.gov, with a limit of seven pages in Microsoft Word format. The incumbent contractor is Battelle Memorial Institute Inc., and the NAICS code for this opportunity is 541715.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Joseph Szwec
    (609) 485-5321
    Joseph.S.Szwec@faa.gov
    Files
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    Draft 2025 ARFF SOW_for RFI_9-11-2025.pdf
    This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) operations and maintenance, as well as research and development support, specifically for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The primary goals include enhancing passenger safety during post-crash fires by improving fire fighting tactics and technologies. The contractor is responsible for project management, engineering support, operation of ARFF research facilities, maintenance of specialized vehicles, and conducting varied research initiatives related to firefighting agents and tactics. Key tasks encompass researching the effects of water discharge on aircraft fuselage thermal balance, investigating advanced air mobility aircraft and the implications of alternative fuels, and exploring fluorine-free foam alternatives due to health environmental concerns. Detailed requirements involve the operation of testing facilities, managing logistics, training personnel, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, and meeting deliverables including reports and status updates. The contract spans a base year with four potential extensions, and includes provisions for frequent travel to various research and testing locations. This initiative demonstrates the FAA's commitment to maintaining air travel safety through innovative and responsive research efforts.
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