Industry Day Notice MH-60R Saudi Upgrade/Tech Refresh
ID: 1_N6134025R0006Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAWC TRAINING SYSTEMS DIVORLANDO, FL, 32826-3224, USA

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Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

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TRAINING AIDS (6910)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD), is hosting an Industry Day on October 29, 2024, to discuss the upcoming Request for Proposal (RFP) for the MH-60R Tactical Operational Flight Trainer (TOFT) Upgrade and Tech Refresh project for the Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF). This event aims to provide potential vendors with an overview of the draft solicitation and facilitate open communication regarding the project requirements. The MH-60R TOFT is crucial for enhancing the training capabilities of the RSNF, ensuring operational readiness and effectiveness. Interested parties are encouraged to attend, and inquiries must be submitted in writing to maintain transparency; the final RFP is expected to be released on November 18, 2024. For further information, contact Jeannice Machado at jeannice.m.machado.civ@us.navy.mil or Jason Harvey at Jason.G.Harvey@navy.mil.

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    The Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) is organizing an Industry Day on October 29, 2024, at its Orlando, FL location, to discuss the draft Request for Proposal (RFP) for the MH-60R Tactical Operational Flight Trainer (TOFT) Upgrade/Tech Refresh project for the Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF). The Industry Day aims to provide an overview of the draft solicitation and facilitate open communication among potential vendors. Participants must complete an attendance sheet and are limited to five representatives per company. A structured agenda includes check-in, a requirements briefing, and an open forum for questions. Importantly, all inquiries must be submitted in writing to ensure transparency, as no individual-side discussions will be entertained. The draft solicitation will likely be revised following the conference, with a final version expected to be released on November 18, 2024. Attendance at the Industry Day is critical for vendors to fully understand the requirements; failure to participate may preclude later claims regarding the solicitation. Overall, this event emphasizes the government's commitment to engaging industry stakeholders and clarifying the contract requirements while fostering a competitive procurement process.
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