F-35 Joint Program Office Security Support Services
ID: N0001924D0000Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMANDPATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-5000, USA

NAICS

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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https://sam.gov/opp/7825fa8c7b2d4738b47be2cd3cde4bd3/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO), is seeking qualified contractors to provide Security Knowledge Based Services to support the F-35 Lightning II program. The objective is to ensure comprehensive security support across various disciplines, including General Security, Industrial Security, Information Security, Personnel Security, and Physical Security, to protect sensitive technology and manage classified information throughout the F-35 acquisition and sustainment lifecycle. This opportunity is critical for maintaining the operational integrity and security standards of the F-35 program, with a planned Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract spanning five years and multiple task orders anticipated. Interested parties should review the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) attached to the Request for Information (RFI) and submit their feedback by the specified deadline to Carla McCoy at carla.mccoy@jsf.mil or Benjamin Sherrill at benjamin.sherrill@jsf.mil.

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    Carla McCoy
    carla.mccoy@jsf.mil
    Benjamin Sherrill
    benjamin.sherrill@jsf.mil
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    F35 Program Security PWS.docx
    The F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO) seeks qualified contractors to provide knowledge-based security support services for the F-35 acquisition and sustainment lifecycle. The JPO aims to ensure that the F-35 air system is capable, available, and affordable for U.S. and international military forces, garnering necessary expertise to protect sensitive technology against unauthorized access. The scope of the work includes managing various types of classified information and providing multi-disciplinary security support across multiple disciplines, such as General Security, Industrial Security, Information Security, Personnel Security, and Physical Security. Contractors must adhere to a strict set of federal regulations while delivering comprehensive security support, including risk management, compliance assessments, and training programs. The contract spans a 12-month base period with four optional extensions, addressing work conducted primarily at designated government sites in Arlington, Virginia, and other locations. Personnel involved must hold relevant certifications and training to ensure successful execution of security tasks. The contractor will be responsible for effective management, compliance, and communication with various stakeholders, ensuring the JPO's objectives are met while maintaining security standards and protocols standard within Department of Defense operations.
    RFI for Security 19 Sep 24.docx
    The F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO) is seeking information through a Request for Information (RFI) regarding Security Knowledge Based Services to support the F-35 program. This RFI serves as a preliminary inquiry for planning purposes and is not a solicitation for proposals. The JPO intends to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a single Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract over a five-year period, involving multiple task orders. Interested parties are encouraged to review a draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) attached to the RFI and provide feedback on its clarity and comprehensiveness. The JPO is particularly interested in understanding potential risks involved, capabilities of responding firms to meet the outlined tasks, and opinions on the appropriateness of a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) arrangement. Respondents are requested to submit UNCLASSIFIED responses by a specified deadline. Key points include the identification of security requirements across various program departments, the classification under NAICS 541990, and the emphasis on small business participation. This RFI is crucial for gathering industry insight to enhance the RFP’s quality and execution strategy, supporting the overall mission of the F-35 program.
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