Commercial Operations Future Operating Environment (COFOE)
ID: FA445224COFOEType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4452 763 ESSSCOTT AFB, IL, 62225-5020, USA

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Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: OTHER (R799)

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https://sam.gov/opp/fe79a75431ab4d63b15ce899f555e974/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Mobility Command (AMC), is seeking qualified contractors to provide expert advisory services under the Commercial Operations Future Operating Environment (COFOE) initiative. The primary objective of this procurement is to support the DOD Commercial Airlift Program, including the Civil Reserve Air Fleet (CRAF), by conducting assessments, analyses, and strategic recommendations to ensure effective operations through 2035. This opportunity is crucial for enhancing military airlift capabilities and aligning with national defense strategies amidst evolving geopolitical and technological landscapes. Interested businesses must respond by October 28, 2024, detailing their capabilities and past performance, and are encouraged to contact Kristy Daugherty at kristy.daugherty@us.af.mil or Jessica Montgomery at jessica.montgomery.6@us.af.mil for further information.

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    COFOE Sources Sought-SAM .pdf
    The 763d Enterprise Sourcing Squadron is issuing a SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT to explore the availability and capabilities of businesses, both large and small, to support the DOD Commercial Airlift Program. This includes providing expert advisory services, assessments, and strategic recommendations regarding the effective operation of the DOD Commercial Airlift program, particularly the Civil Reserve Air Fleet, through 2035. The request is primarily aimed at identifying organizations that comply with various small business classifications, including 8(a) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. Respondents are instructed to detail their capabilities in relation to the specified tasks outlined in the Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) and to submit relevant past performance information. A Secret Facility Clearance is required for contractors, and responses are due by October 28, 2024. The announcement is not a solicitation for proposals but serves to gather information for future procurement considerations. Interested businesses are encouraged to share insights on their participation and potential joint venture plans to facilitate small business involvement in upcoming procurements.
    Draft PWS COFOE - 8 Mar 24.pdf
    The Commercial Operations Future Operating Environment (COFOE) document outlines a performance work statement for the Department of Defense (DOD) Air Mobility Command (AMC) regarding its reliance on commercial aviation to enhance military airlift capabilities. It emphasizes the need for ongoing collaboration with the commercial sector to adapt to evolving geopolitical and technological landscapes, ensuring air mobility supports national defense effectively through 2035 and beyond. Key objectives of the contract include providing expert advisory services, conducting assessments on commercial aviation developments, evaluating risks in contested environments, and ensuring alignment with the National Defense Strategy (NDS). The contractor will engage with commercial industry experts and conduct market analyses to address vulnerabilities, including cybersecurity threats and economic contestation. Deliverables involve detailed reports, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations that maintain operational continuity amid changing market conditions and leadership environments. The document emphasizes the importance of safeguarding government intellectual property, securing access, and ensuring robust training for contractor personnel to comply with DOD regulations. Overall, the COFOE framework aims to enhance AMC's effectiveness by integrating commercial airlift into broader defense objectives while mitigating potential risks through informed strategic planning.
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