The A3OB Mission Assurance Assessment Team (MAAT) Performance Work Statement outlines the United States Air Force's requirements for conducting Mission Assurance Assessments. The AF/A3OB is tasked with developing policies and managing Critical Asset Risk Management (CARM) programs to ensure the protection of critical assets essential to strategic mission execution. The MA assessments will follow a standardized risk management process applicable to various Air Force units.
Key requirements include employing personnel with appropriate clearances, skills, and certifications; conducting travel for assessments; and ensuring access to secure facilities. The PWS details structured assessment phases—pre-assessment, assessment, and post-assessment activities—through which contractors must evaluate vulnerabilities and risks, manage data analytics, and maintain crucial systems like the Air Force Critical Asset Management System (AFCAMS).
Performance objectives include timely completion of assessments, submission of comprehensive reports, and strict adherence to security protocols. The document emphasizes personnel continuity, specialized training, and effective communication with Air Force leadership. Overall, this initiative aims to improve mission assurance capabilities across the Department of Defense, addressing critical operational risks while maintaining compliance with federal regulations.
The Sources Sought Notice (SSN) FA7014-25-R-PKHB14, issued by the Air Force District of Washington, is intended for market research to identify capable sources for the Mission Assurance Assessment Team (MAAT) program. This notice is not a solicitation for contract proposals and seeks to gather information about both large and small businesses capable of fulfilling the outlined requirements related to Critical Asset Risk Management and Mission Assurance.
Interested companies must provide their qualifications, including technical capabilities, personnel resources with necessary security clearances, and past performance related to the Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS). The NAICS code applicable is 541330 for Engineering Services. Respondents are required to submit concise Capability Packages that include specific company information and responses to government queries by the deadline of March 12, 2025. Additionally, bidders must address any potential Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) and include mitigation plans if necessary. This SSN emphasizes the government's need for sophisticated risk management and systematic assessment processes to safeguard critical defense operations.