Air Advisor Academic Services at JB-MDL NJ
ID: 20250410Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4484 87 CONS PKJB MDL, NJ, 08641, USA

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- GENERAL (U009)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified contractors to provide Air Advisor Academic Services at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JB-MDL) in New Jersey. The contractor will be responsible for developing course materials, providing qualified instructors, and conducting training courses for Air Advisors, with an estimated annual enrollment of 1,500 students. This procurement is crucial for enhancing the skills of military personnel in air advisory roles, aligning with U.S. national security objectives and fostering international partnerships. Interested small businesses must submit their capability statements, past experience examples, and feedback on the draft performance work statement by April 24, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST. For further inquiries, contact Jeremy B. Botkin at jeremy.botkin@us.af.mil or Sarah E. Brown at sarah.brown.22@us.af.mil.

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    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for the Air Advisor Academic Support contract managed by the USAF Expeditionary Center. It serves to provide educational and training support for Air Advisors, airmen trained to assist foreign personnel in aviation resource development. The contract will initially be based at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst and may transition to various U.S. locations. Key tasks include developing course materials, providing qualified instructors, conducting training courses (estimated at 1,500 student enrollments annually), and ensuring adherence to USAF standards. The contractor is responsible for managing personnel qualifications, maintaining quality control, and following safety and security protocols. Additionally, specific instructor qualifications and duties are detailed, such as having requisite military experience and degrees. Performance measures are established to assess contractor effectiveness, including metrics on personnel qualifications, timely reporting, and curriculum compliance. Overall, the PWS emphasizes a structured approach to training military personnel in air advisory roles, ensuring alignment with U.S. national security objectives while developing skills relevant to security cooperation and international partnerships.
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