AFLCMC/AZS Sources Sought/Request for Information for FOPR 80 A&AS Services supporting Air Force Institute of Technology
ID: FA8622-25-R-0001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8622 AFLCMC AZS EPASSWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7624, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of the Air Force is seeking sources for advisory and assistance services to support the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) through a Request for Information (RFI) under the FA8622 AFLCMC AZS EPASS initiative. The procurement aims to augment existing military and civilian staff with engineering, professional, and administrative support services, focusing on enhancing educational and operational capabilities across various disciplines such as Acquisition, Contracting, and Cyberspace Operations. This opportunity is critical for ensuring effective collaboration with military education programs and maintaining high standards in defense education. Interested contractors should direct inquiries to Brock Bowers at brock.bowers@us.af.mil or Emily Shanks at emily.shanks@us.af.mil, with a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 541330 for Engineering Services.

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    The Engineering, Professional, and Administrative Support Services (EPASS) Fair Opportunity Proposal Request (FOPR) #80 outlines the evaluation and selection process for task orders under the GSA OASIS SB IDIQ contract. The selection will utilize a fair opportunity process, evaluating proposals based on technical merit and cost, with a focus on realism and reasonableness. Offerors will self-score based on defined criteria, emphasizing prior performance history to minimize risks of unsuccessful execution. In case of ties, criteria related to specific qualifications such as positions in nuclear deterrence and systems engineering instruction will be used to break the tie. Proposals must include satisfactory levels of past performance as evidenced by CPAR ratings and specific work samples categorized by either the prime offeror or team members. Further evaluations will assess financial stability, technical capabilities, and cost realism through a multi-step analysis. The document stresses that proposals containing unbalanced pricing or unrealistic cost components will be deemed unacceptable. Compliance with defined requirements is essential for eligibility, ensuring that selected offerors can effectively support the government's needs in their subsequent engagements.
    The government document FA8622-20-F-8145 outlines a detailed contract for labor requirements at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, specifically associated with the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT). It lists various positions, skill levels, and terms of performance across multiple fiscal years from April 2025 to March 2030, including positions such as Administrative Associates, Program Analysts, and Cyber Security Specialists. The total estimated hours of labor for each year and category are noted, with a combined total of 921,600 hours over the specified period. The document stresses the need for personnel with various skill levels ranging from junior to senior, indicating explicit requirements for security clearance. The intent behind this document is to facilitate effective staffing and administrative support for Air Force operations, enhancing educational and operational capabilities within the military context. The precise allocation of positions reflects strategic planning for workforce management and resource allocation within the Air Force's educational and operational departments. Overall, the document serves as a critical tool for streamlining personnel needs and aligning them with organizational objectives in military education and training.
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines requirements for Engineering, Professional, and Administrative Support Services (EPASS) at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT). This initiative aims to augment existing military and civilian staff to meet current and anticipated workload demands across several schools, focusing on air, space, and cyberspace education and research. The document details the organizational structure of AFIT, including its Graduate School of Engineering and Management, School of Systems and Logistics, Civil Engineer School, and School of Strategic Force Studies. Each department's focus requires tailored project support, covering areas like data management, instructional design, and administrative assistance. Key roles and qualifications are specified, emphasizing expertise in technical subjects, proficiency with software tools, and experience in educational settings. The Contractor is responsible for independent task supervision, aligning with ethical standards and ensuring compliance with government regulations regarding data rights and security. This PWS serves as a roadmap for potential contractors, defining deliverables and performance expectations, ultimately enhancing the learning experience for AFIT's diverse student body while fostering technological supremacy in defense education.
    The document outlines a Request for Information (RFI) from the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), seeking input from contractors about their capabilities to support a highly technical academic institution. It includes a series of questions aimed at understanding the contractor's experience with security clearance processes, educational support across various management disciplines (Acquisition, Contracting, Logistics, Cyberspace Operations, etc.), and familiarity with Department of Defense (DoD) regulations and processes. The RFI also queries companies about their capacity to manage contracts over multiple locations, ensure successful contract transitions, and maintain skills within their workforce. Additionally, it requests information on subcontracting plans and the potential GSA OASIS + SB domain suitable for meeting AFIT’s requirements. This document serves as a precursor to soliciting formal proposals, emphasizing the necessity for industry partners with specific expertise to collaborate effectively with military education programs.
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