Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) Air Commando Training Support II (ACTS II)
ID: FA8621-25-R-B007Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8621 AFLCMC WNSK SIMSWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7249, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- TRAINING AIDS AND DEVICES (J069)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3d7fdf7fc1fc4fccaf95e0b11bdd5215/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the United States Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, is planning to award a sole source contract for the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) Air Commando Training Support II (ACTS II) to Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems. This contract will focus on the sustainment, modernization, and support of AFSOC fixed-wing and tilt-rotor training devices, both within the contiguous United States (CONUS) and outside of it (OCONUS), encompassing various services such as Contractor Logistics Support (CLS), Cybersecurity, and Distributed Mission Operations (DMO). The procurement is critical for maintaining the operational readiness and effectiveness of AFSOC training systems, ensuring that personnel are adequately trained using advanced simulation technologies. Interested parties can direct inquiries to John Lindsay at john.lindsay.2@us.af.mil, as this presolicitation notice does not constitute a formal invitation for bids or proposals, nor does it guarantee contract award.

    Point(s) of Contact
    John Lindsay
    john.lindsay.2@us.af.mil
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