Industry Day - AEWS AN/FPS-117 Radome Support
ID: FA8217aewsFP117IndustryDayType: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8210 AFLCMC HBZKHILL AFB, UT, 84056-5838, USA

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Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services (541614)

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT (R408)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the United States Air Force (USAF), is hosting an Industry Day on November 21, 2024, at Hill Air Force Base to engage vendors for Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) of the AN/FPS-117 Long Range Radar System. The event aims to facilitate discussions on life cycle sustainment services for the radar's hardware and software, addressing technical requirements and challenges in various environmental conditions. This gathering is crucial for enhancing collaboration between the DoD and industry, incorporating feedback into the acquisition strategy, and understanding recent advancements in radar technology. Interested parties must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) database and submit identification details for base access by November 4, 2024, while inquiries can be directed to Chris Jarman at christopher.jarman@us.af.mil.

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    The United States Air Force (USAF) is hosting an Industry Day on November 21, 2024, at Hill Air Force Base to seek vendor support for Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) of the AN/FPS-117 Long Range Radar System. This event aims to facilitate dialogue between the USAF and industry representatives regarding life cycle sustainment for the radar's hardware and software components. Attendees will have opportunities to tour the Engineering Facility and engage in discussions about technical requirements and challenges in radar systems across diverse environmental conditions. The announcement clarifies that this gathering is informational, not a solicitation for proposals or bids, and does not entail government reimbursement for attendance costs. Participants must submit identification details for base access and are encouraged to prepare specific questions and topics for discussion. The objectives include enhancing collaboration between DoD and industry, incorporating industry feedback into the acquisition strategy, and understanding recent industry advancements. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database to participate.
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