***RFI*** 57 WG Project Management Support
ID: FY2557WGPMType: Sources Sought
Overview

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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4861 99 CONS LGCNELLIS AFB, NV, 89191-7063, USA

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Other Management Consulting Services (541618)

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: OTHER (R799)
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    The Department of Defense, through the 99th Contracting Squadron, is seeking market information for Project Management Support for the 57th Wing at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to identify qualified vendors capable of fulfilling the outlined requirements, which include providing expert assistance in training, tactics, testing, and operational support for air, space, and cyber warfare capabilities. The services are critical for enhancing mission planning and execution, ensuring operational excellence through advanced integration of Live, Virtual, and Constructive systems. Interested firms must submit their responses electronically to Rachel Tilley at rachel.tilley.1@us.af.mil by November 13, 2024, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time, with earlier submissions encouraged. For further inquiries, contact Rachel Tilley at (702) 652-3366.

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    The Warfighter Program Support (WPS) Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the Air Force's need for expert assistance in training, tactics, testing, and operational support for sophisticated air, space, and cyber warfare capabilities. It seeks to enhance Joint and combined warfighting responses through advanced integration of Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) systems. The scope includes providing experienced personnel to support mission planning, execution, and analysis at the highest security levels (TS/SCI and SAP/SAR). Key objectives involve the development and execution of tactical and training simulations, security program management, contractor aircrew training, and facility engineering and maintenance support. The document details organizational roles, project management expectations, travel requirements, and deliverables. Emphasizing collaboration between prime contractors and subcontractors, the SOW mandates adherence to security protocols while working across various Air Force locations. Overall, the WPS aims to ensure operational excellence by integrating advanced technologies and expert knowledge into Air Force training and mission operations.
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