Holloman High-Speed Test Track (HHSTT) Alternative Atmosphere Study
ID: FA9101-25-Q-Alternative_AtmosphereType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA9101 AEDC PKP PROCRMNT BRARNOLD AFB, TN, 37389-1332, USA

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Engineering Services (541330)

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https://sam.gov/opp/fb7b5eee4bf9441f83ddd183372dd386/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Air Force, is seeking vendors to conduct an Alternative Atmosphere Study at the Holloman High-Speed Test Track (HHSTT) in New Mexico. The objective of this study is to explore innovative methods for reducing aerothermal heating and drag on sled vehicles during testing operations. This initiative is crucial for enhancing testing methodologies and fostering collaboration with potential contractors to drive innovation in aerodynamics. Interested vendors must request the Statement of Work (SOW) by November 1, 2024, and submit their technical capabilities, estimated completion time, and pricing by November 11, 2024, to the primary contact, Greggory Jones, at greggory.jones.4@us.af.mil, or the secondary contact, Andrew Waggoner, at andrew.waggoner.3@us.af.mil.

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    Greggory Jones
    greggory.jones.4@us.af.mil
    Andrew Waggoner
    andrew.waggoner.3@us.af.mil
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    Sources Sought - Alternative Atmosphere Study.pdf
    The memorandum from the Air Force Test Center outlines a market research request for an alternative atmosphere study at the Holloman High-Speed Test Track in New Mexico. The study aims to explore methods to reduce aerothermal heating and drag on sled vehicles. Interested vendors must request the Statement of Work (SOW) by November 1, 2024, providing their CAGE Code and DD Form 2345 to validate their eligibility. After assessing the SOW, vendors are expected to submit their technical capabilities, estimated completion time, and price to complete the study by November 11, 2024. The government will utilize these responses to determine suitable acquisition strategies, which may include small business set-asides, full and open competitions, sole source contracts, or prototype projects under 10 USC 4022. This request underscores the Air Force's intention to enhance testing methodologies while engaging with potential contractors to foster collaboration and innovation.
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