Bahrain UH-60 Mobile Helo Fire Fighter Trainer (FFT) Amendment #0002
ID: N6134025R0059Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAWC TRAINING SYSTEMS DIVORLANDO, FL, 32826-3224, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

PSC

FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT (4210)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/180f1abfa3f343efb9955c68c0862be1/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division, is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses for the procurement of a modified mobile UH-60 Fire Fighter Trainer (FFT) for use in Bahrain. The trainer must replicate the UH-60 helicopter's frame and include features such as mobile transport capabilities, programmable fire scenarios, and compliance with stringent safety standards, with modifications based on the training requirements set by the Surface Warfare Schools Command. This procurement is crucial for enhancing the U.S. Navy's firefighting training capabilities, ensuring personnel are well-prepared for emergency scenarios. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by August 1, 2025, and can contact Kirsten Pruim at Kirsten.p.pruim.civ@us.navy.mil or John Lina at john.k.lina.civ@us.navy.mil for further information.

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    Bahrain FFT_Helo_Synopsis_FINAL.pdf
    The solicitation for the Bahrain UH-60 Mobile Helo Fire Fighter Trainer (FFT) is a federal procurement intended to acquire a Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) mobile firefighting trainer. This request is specifically set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 333310 and utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The trainer must replicate the UH-60 helicopter’s frame and meet several functional characteristics for training effectiveness, including a mobile design, a Programmable Logic Controller for fire scenarios, and specific safety mechanisms. Key deliverables include the FFT, a technical operation and maintenance manual, and a one-day training session post-delivery. Inspection and acceptance procedures involve a preliminary inspection at the contractor's facility and final inspection at the delivery site in Bahrain. The contractor must comply with various federal regulations, and responses to the request must be submitted via email by June 25, 2025, with an anticipated award by July 31, 2025. The ultimate goal is to ensure that the training device meets outlined specifications and safety standards while supporting U.S. Navy training operations.
    Bahrain FFT N6134025R0059_Posted Q_A.pdf
    The document pertains to the U.S. Navy's Request for Proposal (RFP) regarding the procurement of a modified commercial mobile UH-60 Fire Fighter Trainer (Helo FFT). It addresses various technical specifications and operational requirements. Key points include that the trainer's length should be comparable to existing models, with a transportation trailer specified at a minimum of 30 feet and equipped with a 12,000-pound winch for unloading. The use of mechanical assistance for off-loading is not permitted, ensuring reliance on the winch. Airframe weapon attachments should be removable for transportation and installation at the training site. The document also clarifies that fire sizes and heights should be adjustable on-site, with specifications for using both liquid and vapor LPG for fuel. This RFP seeks to enhance training capabilities in handling helicopter firefighting scenarios, emphasizing strict adherence to safety and operational standards.
    FFT_Helo_Synopsis_ Amendment 0002_17 July 2025.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) N6134025R0059 for a modified mobile UH-60 Fire Fighter Trainer (FFT) to be procured by the U.S. Navy, specifically aimed at small businesses, with an emphasis on compliance with safety standards. The RFQ specifies functional characteristics and requirements for the trainer, which must closely resemble a UH-60 helicopter and incorporate various features, such as operational doors, mobile transport capabilities, and programmable fire scenarios. It details the need for minor modifications to existing commercial models to meet specified training requirements. The deliverables include operational manuals and training sessions. Submission instructions, evaluation criteria, and security requirements are detailed, stating that quotes are due by August 1, 2025, with award considerations focused on technical compliance and value to the government. The document serves as a vital solicitation for specialized training equipment crucial for the Navy’s firefighting training programs, reflecting the government’s initiative to engage small businesses in fulfilling its procurement needs while adhering to federal acquisition regulations.
    FFT_Helo_Synopsis_Amendment 1_09Jul2025.pdf
    The U.S. Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division is soliciting quotes for a mobile UH-60 Fire Fighting Trainer (FFT) for Bahrain, emphasizing a 100% small business set-aside. The solicitation, outlined under Request for Quotation (RFQ), requires a Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) trainer meeting specific specifications comparable to existing models. Key requirements include compliance with safety regulations, a fully mobile structure, and programmable fire scenarios. Modifications are necessary to meet training standards set by the Surface Warfare Schools Command. Delivery is expected by September 3, 2026, with a lowest price technically accepted (LPTA) awarding basis. Interested vendors must submit complete quotations by July 14, 2025, including pricing and technical documentation, with anticipated award dates aimed for July 2025. This procurement aims to enhance training capabilities while adhering to federal contracting regulations, ensuring that the needs of the U.S. military forces in Bahrain are met effectively and safely.
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