Boulder Ground Innovation Facility (BGIF) Operations Support Services (BOSS) Industry Day
ID: FA8810-24-RFI-BOSS-2Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8810 SPACE SENSING SSC/SNKEL SEGUNDO, CA, 90245-2808, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEFENSE-RELATED ACTIVITIES; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AC33)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is hosting an Industry Day for the Boulder Ground Innovation Facility (BGIF) Operations Support Services (BOSS) contract, scheduled for February 19-20, 2025, in Boulder, Colorado. This event aims to provide interested parties with a comprehensive understanding of the BOSS Performance Work Statement (PWS) scope and associated risks, encouraging participation from experts in cybersecurity, network infrastructure, facility maintenance, and Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) technologies. Attendance is limited to four representatives per contractor, and registration is required by February 7, 2025; participants must possess an active Interim DoD Secret clearance for facility access. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Lt. Amy Kang at amy.kang.2@spaceforce.mil or Capt. Phillip Nguyen at phillip.nguyen.2@spaceforce.mil.

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    The document outlines an Industry Day and site visit scheduled for February 19-20, 2025, at the Boulder Ground Innovation Facility in Colorado, aimed at informing interested parties about the BGIF Operations and Support Services (BOSS) contract. Attendees are limited to four representatives per contractor, and registration is required by February 7, 2025. The event will feature a general session, facility tours, and optional one-on-one discussions with the Government team, focusing on technical disciplines such as cybersecurity and facility maintenance. A Draft Request for Proposal (RFP) will be posted on February 6, 2025, inviting white paper submissions by February 14, 2025. Attendance does not guarantee qualification for future solicitations, and individuals must have appropriate security clearance for facility access. The Government will answer questions and comments relevant to the Draft RFP after the event. The document emphasizes that it is strictly informational and does not imply a commitment for future procurement. Additionally, participants bear their own costs, and proprietary information must be clearly marked. Overall, this event serves as a platform for engagement and feedback in anticipation of the BOSS contract solicitation.
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