USSC Future Concept Generation Workshop
ID: FA2517JUNEType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2517 21 CONS BLDG 350PETERSON SFB, CO, 80914-1117, USA

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Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers (711510)

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https://sam.gov/opp/4146eca42f324a4a98c9ca23844f7075/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified contractors to support the USSPACECOM Future Concept Generation Workshop scheduled for June 5, 2025, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The primary objective of this procurement is to equip USSPACECOM leadership with skills in narrative development and strategic communication, integrating Fictional Intelligence (FICINT) with nonfiction research to align with the organization's Strategic Vision. This initiative emphasizes the critical role of effective communication in national security and space operations, requiring contractors to provide subject matter experts for a one-day workshop, along with pre-planning meetings and compliance with security protocols. Interested parties must submit their responses by March 7, 2025, and direct inquiries to Kristina Worthing at kristina.worthing@spaceforce.mil or Brittney Rosenbaum at brittney.rosenbaum@spaceforce.mil.

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    Attachment 1 - PWS-USSC Future Concept Generation Workshop v6.pdf
    The USSPACECOM Future Concept Generation Workshop 2025 Performance Work Statement outlines a training initiative aimed at equipping USSPACECOM leadership with skills in narrative development and strategic communication. The workshop will focus on integrating Fictional Intelligence (FICINT) with nonfiction research to enhance the alignment of USSPACECOM's Strategic Vision. The contractor will provide subject matter experts for a one-day workshop on June 5, 2025, to train participants in creating compelling stories and scenarios relevant to strategic objectives: preparation and posture, threat counteraction, relationship strengthening, and warfighting advantage expansion. The training includes lectures, discussions, and interactive exercises tailored for high-level leadership, and the contractor must have the necessary security clearance and expertise in space or cyber warfare. Pre-planning meetings will occur virtually, with draft materials reviewed by USSPACECOM a few days prior to the workshop. Security protocols will be followed, including background checks for facilitators and compliance with personal identity verification standards. This initiative underscores the importance of effective communication in national security and space operations.
    Sources Sought Future Concept Generation Workship.pdf
    The Department of the Air Force, through the Peterson Space Force Base's 21st Contracting Squadron, has issued a Sources Sought notice regarding a Leadership Conference Component in Strategic Narrative and Change Management. This effort, part of market research aligned with FAR Part 10, seeks insights from potential contractors to explore solutions that align with specified requirements for an upcoming workshop on June 5, 2025. The submission deadline for contractor responses is March 7, 2025, with inquiries due by March 6, 2025. The notice requests specific information, including the capability to prepare necessary materials, provide similar services, certification of small business status, and whether a more suitable NAICS code exists for the described service under NAICS 711510. The government clarifies that this announcement does not imply a commitment to contract award nor acceptance of unsolicited proposals. All communications should be directed to designated contract specialists and officers via provided email addresses. This initiative demonstrates the Space Force's strategic approach to vendor engagement in support of their operational and leadership development goals.
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