PDARS III Support
ID: 693KA9-25-PDARS3Type: Sources Sought
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TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION693KA9 CONTRACTING FOR SERVICESWASHINGTON, DC, 20591, USA

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Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT (R408)
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    The Department of Transportation, specifically the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), is seeking qualified contractors to provide support for the Performance Data, Analysis, and Reporting System (PDARS III). The procurement aims to ensure the continuous operation, maintenance, and enhancement of the PDARS, which is critical for data collection, analysis, and reporting within the National Airspace System (NAS). This initiative is vital for maintaining operational excellence and safety standards in air traffic management, as it involves technical support, data analysis, training, and transition planning towards integration with the new WILBUR platform. Interested vendors must submit a Capabilities Statement by September 17, 2024, and can direct inquiries to the FAA AAQ 410 Contracting Office at 9-AWA-AAQ410-Contracting-Team@faa.gov.

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    FAA AAQ 410 Contracting Office
    9-AWA-AAQ410-Contracting-Team@faa.gov
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    The FAA has issued a Market Survey/Request for Information (RFI) to gather details from vendors about their capabilities to support the Performance Data, Analysis, and Reporting System (PDARS). This initiative aims to enhance the National Airspace System by soliciting insights on how various systems or tools can contribute to data collection, analysis, and reporting. Interested vendors must submit a Capabilities Statement, addressing specific criteria outlined in a draft Statement of Work (SOW), including experience with airspace-related data and operational requirements. The FAA emphasizes that this RFI is for information-gathering, not a formal solicitation for proposals, and organizations can respond until September 17, 2024. The document details various required submissions, including a Business Declaration Form and Past Performance Questionnaire, with the intent to inform future acquisition strategies. The SOW, provided in the attachment, outlines services needed for the continuous operation, maintenance, and support of PDARS, covering technical support, data analysis, training, and transition planning as the system evolves towards integration with the new WILBUR platform. This ongoing project supports the FAA's operational excellence and safety standards in managing air traffic and airspace data.
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