Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft System Installation
ID: FA465925QZ002Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4659 319 CONS PKGRAND FORKS AFB, ND, 58201, USA

NAICS

Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290)

PSC

ELECTRONIC COUNTERMEASURES, COUNTER-COUNTERMEASURES AND QUICK REACTION CAPABILITY EQUIPMENT (5865)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a100fe21bc7e442cba8f50190848c651/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 10, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 23, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 25, 2025, 10:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the 319th Contracting Squadron at Grand Forks Air Force Base in North Dakota, is seeking contractors for the installation of a Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS). The project aims to integrate systems such as the BlueHalo C-sUAS, requiring contractors to provide comprehensive resources including personnel, equipment, and training to ensure optimal system performance and compliance with military regulations. This installation is critical for enhancing security measures against small unmanned aerial threats at a federal military facility. Interested parties must submit a capabilities package by January 24, 2025, and can contact SSgt Luis Lopez-Rosales or TSgt Angelo Cabuang for further information. Note that funding is not guaranteed, and the government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation at any time.

Point(s) of Contact
SSgt Luis Lopez-Rosales
(701) 747-5275
luis.lopez-rosales@us.af.mil
TSgt Angelo Cabuang
(701) 747-3750
angelomykael.cabuang.1@us.af.mil
Files
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Posted
Sources Sought C-sUAS Instllation.pdf
Jan 23, 2025, 8:04 PM UTC
The 319th Contracting Squadron at Grand Forks AFB, North Dakota, has issued a Sources Sought notice for a project focused on the installation of a Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS). The purpose of this notice is to conduct market research and identify contractors capable of providing equipment, services, and support for the project, which involves the installation of systems like the BlueHalo C-sUAS, including fixed-site and rapidly deployable components. Contractors are expected to provide comprehensive resources, including personnel and tools, for optimal system integration and performance validation over a specified range. Interested parties are invited to submit a capabilities package detailing their qualifications, relevant experience, and any existing contract vehicles, by January 24, 2025. This is a new requirement with no existing contractor, and the procurement may be set aside for small businesses based on the responses received. The document highlights that available funding is not currently guaranteed, and the government retains the right to cancel the solicitation at any time.
SOW cSUAS Installation (DRAFT).pdf
Jan 23, 2025, 8:04 PM UTC
The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for the installation of the BlueHalo cSUAS system by the contractor at Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota. The contractor is expected to manage all aspects including personnel, equipment, installation, integration, and compliance with regulations. Key responsibilities include the purchase of specific systems, ensuring compatibility, providing training for users, and maintaining thorough records as per the Privacy Act. The contractor must comply with environmental laws and the Air Force's records management program. Key points include: - Installation of cSUAS components and training for users. - Strict security protocols requiring background checks for personnel and adherence to base entry procedures. - The need to maintain cleanliness and comply fully with environmental regulations. - Work is restricted to specific hours, and entry to sensitive areas is heavily regulated. - Contractor employees must undergo anti-terrorism and OPSEC training. The overarching purpose of the SOW is to ensure the contractor delivers a comprehensive, compliant installation while prioritizing safety and security at a federal military facility.
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