AFAC & 2AF Recruit Connectivity Application
ID: AFAC_2AF_RecruitConnect_SSType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA3002 338 ESS CCJBSA RANDOLPH, TX, 78150-4300, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/73a42e3a92fb4e24a64133e343f0aa2a/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Accessions Center (AFAC) and Second Air Force (2AF), is seeking information from interested parties regarding a Recruit Connectivity Application aimed at enhancing recruitment communication and data analytics. The objective is to develop a digital-to-tangible communications tool that facilitates continuous engagement from recruitment through basic training, leveraging a mobile application or similar platform to connect applicants, recruits, their families, and community influencers. This initiative is crucial for improving outreach and building trust in Air and Space Force careers, with a focus on data collection and privacy protection in accordance with Department of Defense standards. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities at no cost to the government by February 6, 2025, to the designated contacts, Brianna Davis and Melody Taylor, via email.

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    Brianna Davis
    brianna.davis.6@us.af.mil
    Melody Taylor
    melody.taylor@us.af.mil
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    AFAC and 2AF Recruit Connectivity App Sources Sought.pdf
    The Air Force Accessions Center (AFAC) and Second Air Force (2AF) have issued a Sources Sought Request for Information (RFI) regarding a Recruit Connectivity Application aimed at improving recruitment communication and data analytics. This initiative seeks to enhance outreach and engagement with potential Air and Space Force candidates, their families, and community influencers. The desired solution should function as a digital-to-tangible communications tool, accessible via a mobile application or similar platform, allowing continuous communication from recruiting through basic training. Key requirements include accurate weekly data collection on user interactions, referral successes, and program effectiveness, all while ensuring data protection following Department of Defense standards. Respondents must submit their capabilities at no cost to the government, as any future solution will be provided without payment expectation. The RFI emphasizes that participation does not guarantee engagement in future procurement processes. Responses should be directed to specified government contacts by February 6, 2025. This effort represents a strategic approach by the Air Force to leverage technology in recruitment processes, potentially resulting in a Request for Proposal (RFP) leading to a no-cost contract award.
    Atch 1_Vendor Questionnaire.docx
    The document is a Sources Sought - Request for Information issued by the Air Force Accessions Center concerning the Second Air Force Recruit Connectivity Application. It seeks to gather information from potential vendors regarding their Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) solutions that could be utilized without extensive development. Key points include inquiries about the vendor's business status, previous government engagements, and descriptions of their COTS solutions. The questionnaire also requests details about data management practices, compliance with data protection standards, and familiarity with existing Air Force applications. Vendors are urged to express interest in competing for a no-cost contract if they meet the outlined requirements. This effort embodies the government's strategy to assess available technologies while fostering industry participation in defense-related projects, ensuring solutions adhere to both industry and Department of Defense standards.
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