CNATRA COMS Notice of Tentative Acquisition Strategy under FTSS V MAC Lot I and DRAFT RFP
ID: N6134026R0002Type: Presolicitation
Overview

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)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/c17d5641b6ed449fa7d75073f888ae91/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD), is seeking proposals for Contractor Operations and Maintenance Services (COMS) under the Field Training Systems Support (FTSS V) Multiple Award Contract (MAC) for various Naval Air Stations. The procurement aims to provide comprehensive operational and maintenance support for Chief of Naval Air Training (CNATRA) at five locations, including NAS Corpus Christi, TX, and NAS Pensacola, FL, with a performance period of 62 months, starting with a base year and four option years. This contract is crucial for ensuring the effective training and operational readiness of naval aviation personnel. Interested parties should note that the anticipated release date for the Request for Proposal (RFP) is January 5, 2026, with proposals due shortly thereafter, and can contact Janet Fondriest at janet.l.fondriest.civ@us.navy.mil for further information.

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    Janet Fondriest
    janet.l.fondriest.civ@us.navy.mil
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    CNATRA COMS N6134026R0002 Draft RFP Update_12.4.25.pdf
    This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) N6134026R0002 for Field Training Systems Support (FTSS V) Contract Task Order for Contractor Operations and Maintenance Services (COMS) at five Naval Air Stations. It outlines the requirements for proposals, including electronic submission format, content, and page limits for technical, price, and small business volumes. Key aspects include firm-fixed-price CLINs/Tasks, estimated hours for premium time and on-call support, and specific performance work statements for COMS. The RFP also details clauses for System Authorization Access Request (SAAR) for IT, protection of Navy Trademarks, inspection and acceptance procedures (including technical data), delivery and performance periods (September 2026 to October 2027 with options), and contract administration data using Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) for payments. Special contract requirements cover travel approval and reimbursement, and procedures for "over and above work" and excess repair/replacement costs. The document lists various attachments, including the Performance Work Statement, Price Breakout Worksheet, and wage determinations.
    CNATRA COMS N6134026R0002 Draft RFP_11.4.25.pdf
    This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) N6134026R0002 for Field Training Systems Support (FTSS V) Contractor Operations and Maintenance Services (COMS) at five Naval Air Stations. It outlines the scope of work, including firm-fixed-price CLINs/Tasks, estimated hours for premium and on-call support, and specific performance requirements detailed in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and technical data documents. Key aspects include System Authorization Access Request (SAAR) requirements for IT access, inspection and acceptance procedures, and a period of performance spanning a base year and multiple option years from September 2026 to October 2031. The RFP also details Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) payment instructions, contract administration roles (PCO, COR, TPOC), travel approval and reimbursement policies, and procedures for "Over and Above Work Requests." It incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses by reference and full text, addressing topics like System for Award Management, safeguarding defense information, and options to extend services. Evaluation factors for award are also referenced.
    FTSS V Lot 1 Awardees_POC List_4.15.2025.docx
    The document is a Point of Contact (POC) list, updated as of October 25, 2022, for Lot 1 (Unrestricted) of the FTSS V program. It details several companies, their addresses, Cage Codes, UEIs, and key personnel for contractual and business development inquiries. Each entry includes primary, and often secondary or tertiary, contacts with their titles, phone numbers, and email addresses. The listed companies are CAE USA Incorporated, BGI-Aero Simulation, Incorporated (ASI) Joint Venture, Limited Liability Company, Valiant Global Defense Services, Incorporated, Delaware Resource Group (DRG) of Oklahoma, Limited Liability Company, Fidelity Technologies Corporation, FlightSafety Defense Corporation, and LB&B Associates, Incorporated. This list serves as a direct reference for communication with these entities regarding the FTSS V program.
    FTSS V Lot 1 Awardees_POC List_4.15.2025.docx
    The document outlines the Point of Contact (POC) List for federal RFPs related to various defense services as of October 25, 2022. It details multiple contractors awarded with different task orders (Lot 1, Unrestricted). Each contractor entry includes the name, address, Cage Code, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), and specific points of contact (POCs) with their roles, phone numbers, and email addresses. Key contractors such as CAE USA Incorporated, BGI-Aero Simulation, Valiant Global Defense Services, and others are highlighted. The POCs include roles like contracts manager and directors of business development, facilitating communication for government-related contracts. The list serves as a crucial resource for managing contractor details and coordinating efforts for defense contract implementations, ensuring that agencies can efficiently communicate with respective representatives during the procurement process. This document ultimately reinforces the federal commitment to transparency and accessibility in defense contracting.
    L-9_GFI Request and NDA Form_N6134026R0002.docx
    The "ATTACHMENT L-9 Fielded Training Systems Support V (FTSS V)" document outlines the procedures for requesting and managing Government Furnished Information (GFI) for the CNATRA Contractor Operation and Maintenance (COMS) solicitation (N6134026R0002). This GFI request and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) defines GFI, specifies dissemination methods (CD, USB, DoD SAFE, etc.), and details the submission requirements for GFI requests, including personnel access information. It mandates the return or destruction of GFI under various conditions and outlines strict precautions for safeguarding GFI, emphasizing compliance with ITAR, EAR, and DOD regulations. Contractors must be Joint Certification Program certified for export-controlled GFI, and prime contractors are responsible for flowing down NDA requirements to subcontractors. The document also includes sections for contractors to acknowledge terms and for government concurrence and tracking of GFI distribution and return.
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