AFMC/IDO Technical and Mangement Support Services
ID: FA2201-24-R-0001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8604 AFLCMC PZIWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7228, USA

NAICS

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT (R408)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c454af6ec7d7493087d281a6fd03f284/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Materiel Command Integrated Development Office (AFMC/IDO), is seeking vendor capability information for technical and management support services aimed at enhancing the acquisition of U.S. Air Force capabilities and technologies. The primary objectives include developing integrated capabilities, managing security programs, executing technical projects, and ensuring adherence to budgetary and timeline goals, with a strong emphasis on recruiting skilled professionals across various functional areas such as IT, engineering, logistics, and security. This opportunity is critical for supporting the Air Force's technological advancements and operational readiness, with responses to the Request for Information (RFI) due by October 15, 2024. Interested vendors can contact Mary White at mary.white.2@us.af.mil for further details.

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    Mary White
    mary.white.2@us.af.mil
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    AFMC IDO Request for Information.pdf
    The Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) Integrated Development Office (IDO) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather vendor capabilities for technical and management support related to the acquisition of U.S. Air Force capabilities and technologies. This RFI aims to identify critical acquisition personnel to enhance AFMC/IDO's workforce, ensuring successful execution of scheduled activities within cost, schedule, and performance objectives. Interested vendors are required to respond by October 15, 2024, providing company details and a whitepaper that demonstrates their ability to attract top talent for classified programs. The communication states that responses will not result in a binding contract, and any proprietary information can be included. The RFI emphasizes the importance of expertise in navigating current baseline threats and integrating emerging science and technology developments. It serves as a preliminary step to gauge market interest, encouraging potential contractors to contribute to the Air Force's future force capabilities.
    IDO Performance Work Statement - Final.pdf
    The Air Force Materiel Command Integrated Development Office (AFMC/IDO) requires comprehensive technical and management support services to develop integrated capabilities and technologies. This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the need for skilled contractor personnel to support various critical activities, including security program management, program oversight, technical project execution, and infrastructure development. Key objectives include effective communication to promote development efforts, system security requirements integration, and adherence to budgetary and timeline goals. The contractor will be responsible for program management, providing personnel with sufficient qualifications across diverse functional areas such as IT, engineering, logistics, and security. Detailed role expectations include recruiting skilled professionals, maintaining operational continuity, and ensuring successful execution of classified tasks. The contractor's work location will primarily be at Wright Patterson AFB, with potential travel across various sites. All contractor personnel must possess appropriate security clearances, with most positions requiring a Top-Secret clearance. Additionally, regular training and compliance with security protocols are mandated throughout the contract duration. Overall, the document emphasizes the critical role of contractors in supporting the Air Force's technological advancements and operational readiness while ensuring robust security measures are in place.
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