Fielded Training Systems Support (FTSS) V Ceiling Increase
ID: N6134025R0000Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAWC TRAINING SYSTEMS DIVORLANDO, FL, 32826-3224, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

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

Set Aside

Partial Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBP)

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https://sam.gov/opp/94d021540d534ae498cc4ac229bdff99/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD), is seeking to increase the contract ceiling for the Fielded Training Systems Support (FTSS V) Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract on a sole-source basis. This increase, estimated at approximately $720 million, aims to ensure the continued provision of Contractor Operation and Maintenance Services (COMS) and Contractor Instructional Services (CIS) for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps' training systems, which support over twenty-four weapons platforms across various military sites. The sole-source justification is based on the limited number of suppliers capable of meeting the agency's needs, and responses from interested parties, particularly those holding the current FTSS MAC, are solicited regarding their capabilities to provide these services. Interested parties must submit their responses by June 17, 2025, and can contact Reagan Gill at reagan.gill@navy.mil or Jana McEntegart at jana.mcentegart@navy.mil for further information.

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    The Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) in Orlando, FL, plans to increase the contract ceiling of the Fielded Training Systems Support (FTSS V) Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract on a sole-source basis. The increase of approximately $720 million aims to ensure continued Contractor Operation and Maintenance Services (COMS) and Contractor Instructional Services (CIS) for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps' training systems, supporting over twenty-four weapons platforms across numerous military sites. The sole-source authority is justified under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), indicating that only a limited number of suppliers can meet the agency's needs. NAWCTSD is soliciting responses from interested parties, particularly those holding the current FTSS MAC, regarding their capabilities to provide services without competing proposals unless they oppose the proposed ceiling increase. The deadline for submissions is set for June 17, 2025. This document serves to outline the Government's intent and ensures compliance with federal regulations regarding procurement notifications while indicating no immediate intention to pursue competitive procurement unless necessitated by responses.
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