NOTICE OF INTENT - Bridge Action for Contract FA489018C0008, Primary Training Ranges (PTR) Operations, Maintenance, and Support (OM&S)
ID: PTR_2nd_Bridge_ActionType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4890 HQ AIR COMBAT COMMAND AMICHAMPTON, VA, 23666, USA

NAICS

Facilities Support Services (561210)

PSC

OPERATION OF OTHER NON-BUILDING FACILITIES (M1PZ)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7f165334b833423bbc10fdd6037bb910/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Air Force, intends to award an 18-month sole-source bridge contract for the Operations, Maintenance, and Support (OM&S) of Primary Training Ranges (PTR) managed by the Air Combat Command (ACC). This contract, expected to run from July 1, 2025, to December 31, 2026, will cover essential services at various military ranges across multiple states, ensuring continuity in specialized training operations while addressing staffing challenges and knowledge gaps due to personnel departures. The contractor will be responsible for managing personnel, equipment, and operational flexibility to meet mission needs, with a focus on safety, quality control, and adherence to federal regulations. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Capt Ryan Tagatac at ryan_mark.tagatac.3@us.af.mil or Abbie Braswell at abbie.braswell@us.af.mil, with feedback due by March 25, 2025.

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    FA489018C0008_SOW_1 Jan 24.pdf
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for the operations, maintenance, and support of the Primary Training Ranges (PTRs) managed by the Air Combat Command (ACC). The contractor is tasked with providing personnel, equipment, and management to ensure effective training at PTR locations, including Bombing and Gunnery (B&G) ranges, Electronic Warfare Sites (EWS), and Electronic Warfare Ranges (EWR). Operational flexibility is emphasized, allowing for modifications based on mission needs. The SOW includes detailed expectations regarding hours of operation, maintenance tasks, safety protocols, quality control plans, and environmental considerations. Key responsibilities include managing utility consumption, coordinating with government personnel, handling security clearances for contractors, and ensuring adherence to federal regulations. Regular reporting and documentation are required for program and financial management. This contract aims to enhance military training operations while maintaining high safety and quality standards, reflecting the government's strategic priorities for effective defense operations.
    PTR Bridge Action 2 - Notice of Intent_Corrected.pdf
    The Department of the Air Force intends to award an 18-month, sole-source bridge contract for the Operations, Maintenance, and Support (OM&S) of Air Combat Command's Primary Training Ranges (PTR), specifically to AT2, LLC. This contract will cover services at various military ranges across multiple states and is essential to transition smoothly until a follow-on contract is finalized. The bridge contract is expected to run from July 1, 2025, to December 31, 2026, and consists of a base period and three optional extensions. This action follows a Sources Sought notice aimed at finding potential offerors for the subsequent contract, indicating existing staffing challenges and a knowledge gap due to personnel departures. This bridge award is established under the FAR 6.302-1 authority due to the unique requirements of the service and the inability to meet them through competitive bidding. Feedback from interested parties is encouraged, with inquiries due by March 25, 2025. The memorandum reinforces the importance of continuity in receiving specialized services while addressing potential contractor capabilities and prior contracting history.
    PTR Bridge Action 2 - Notice of Intent.pdf
    The Department of the Air Force is issuing a Notice of Intent (NOI) to award an 18-month sole source bridge contract to Altus Technical Solutions, LLC for Operations, Maintenance, and Support (OM&S) of Air Combat Command (ACC) Primary Training Ranges (PTR). This bridge action is necessary to ensure continued services following the expiration of the current contract on June 30, 2025, while the follow-on contract is finalized. The anticipated performance period for the bridge contract is from July 1, 2025, to December 31, 2026, consisting of a nine-month base period with three additional option periods. The locations of the PTR services include various Air Force bases across Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and Texas. The current contract, which is 100% set aside for Small Business, provides essential support and maintenance for training ranges utilized in air combat exercises. The document also notes a past Sources Sought posting and an Industry Day held to address acquisition efforts, complicated by staff turnover impacting knowledge management. Interested parties are encouraged to submit inquiries and capability packages by March 25, 2025. The NOI complies with government regulations regarding sole source contracts and emphasizes the necessity of uninterrupted training range services.
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