AFTAC Mission Support (AMS)/ Combined SS/Industry Day

SOURCES SOUGHT & INDUSTRY DAY ANNOUNCEMENT AMIC DET 2 OL/PKA is seeking sources for AFTAC Mission Support (AMS) contract. CONTRACTING OFFICE ADDRESS: AMIC DET 2 OL/PKA 10989 South Patrick Drive Patrick AFB, FL 32925 INTRODUCTION: This is a SOURCES SOUGHT AND INDUSTRY DAY ANNOUNCEMENT to provide and host a program overview for the AMS contract. The content provides the technical requirements of the AMS effort to support an availability determination of Industry's technical capabilities. It also provides an opportunity for large and small businesses (including the following subsets, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, HUBZone Firms; Certified 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and Woman Owned Small Business) to be aware of other companies interested in the acquisition for partnering, as well as any other than small business concern to provide the needed products and/or services. In accordance with FAR Part 10, Market Research, AMIC DET 2 OL/PKA is seeking information for potential sources for the AMS contract. The anticipated contract value is $20M over a five (5) year period, and will provide expert technical services to the Air Force Technical Applications Center (AFTAC) in conducting a variety of projects with both Operations and Maintenance (O&M) and Research and Development (R&D). The support provided under this contract will be used to advance AFTAC technical capabilities for its nuclear treaty monitoring mission and support various R&D activities for advanced nuclear technologies and projects. In order to effectively meet the program requirements, the contractor must have a specialized mix of professionals in radiochemistry laboratory support, program management, various acquisition support, simulation and modeling support, and nuclear physics/engineering subject matter expertise. Experience with other nuclear missions and familiarity with applicable national agencies and Department of Energy National Laboratories in relevant areas is highly desired. Personnel must have clearances to support classified work at a level commensurate with the requirements, up to and including Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI). Responders are advised that prospective offerors will be required to hold a current Secret facilities clearance. Due to the security requirements of the work location, no work can be performed until appropriate facility and personnel clearances are obtained. 1.0 INDUSTRY DAY INFORMATION: 1.1 Headquarters Air Combat Command (ACC) in support of the Air Force Technical Applications Center (AFTAC), Materials Technology (TM) Directorate, Patrick Air Force Base, Florida, is hosting a program overview for the AFTAC Mission Support (AMS) contract scheduled for 20 September 2016. The primary purpose of this program overview is to expand upon the technical requirements of the AMS effort. This event is open to large and small businesses. Classification of this event will be at the SECRET level. 2.0 REQUIREMENTS 2.1 AFTAC has a requirement for scientific and technological non-personal services on a task order basis. These services shall include (a) program and administrative support, (b) radiation safety support, (c) radiochemistry laboratory support, (d) graphics and multimedia support, (e) technical writer support, (f) simulation, modeling, and system integration support, (g) expert panel and subject matter expertise support, (h) acquisition support, and (i) research and development support. 2.2 Any information provided or discussed by attendees must not be company proprietary or business sensitive information. Any information or ideas shared during this program brief may be used to develop the AMS technical and acquisition documents. 3.0 RESERVATIONS 3.1 E-mail reservations will be taken for a maximum of three (3) individuals per company on a first-come, first-served basis. Your reservation must specify the name (s), number of individuals in your party, and whether or not you have access to a military installation, i.e. valid military I.D. Send your reservation to Contracting Officer Kim Pattan at kim.pattan@us.af.mil and Contract Specialist Michael Suchy at michael.suchy.1@us.af.mil no later than noon, (Eastern Time) on 12 Sep 2016. NO REQUESTS WILL BE CONSIDERED AFTER 12 Sep 2016. 3.2 Due to the security level of this event, electronic devices are NOT allowed in the building. Please secure your cellular phones, laptop computers, tablets, or any other electronic device in your vehicle. In addition, note taking is NOT allowed and the PowerPoint presentation is NOT available after the meeting. A final adjudicated secret clearance is required to attend this event. 3.3 The preferred method to submit clearances is via JPAS, please utilize Security Management Code (SMO): PF2LFFHP6 or unclassified fax: (321) 494-8522. If there are any clearance questions, please contact Sandra Ale at sandra.ale@us.af.mil or (321) 494-5951. Alternate: Ms. Andrea Deckard at andrea.deckard.1@us.af.mil or (321) 494-8077. Failure to submit security clearances in a timely manner will result in denied access to the briefing. Provide the necessary information as stated above. All information is DUE no later than 12:00 pm EST 13 Sep 2016. 4.0 BASE ACCESS 4.1 If you do not have access to a military installation, you must provide your driver's license number and issuing state for those with a State of Florida driver's license. Out of state individuals will need to also provide their full Social Security Number (SSN) and date of birth in order for access to the base. Under no circumstance should you e-mail this information with your reservation except via encryption. If you do not possess the means to encrypt your e-mail, you may use the Safe Access File Exchange (SAFE) site at https://safe.amrdec.army.mil/SAFE/ to provide that information. When the SAFE site asks for an email address, please use rebecca.albo.1@us.af.mil. You may also provide this information over the telephone. Please call Rebecca Albo at (321) 494-9898 and provide the necessary information as stated above. All information is DUE no later than 12:00 pm EST 14 Sep 2016. 4.2 Disclosure of the above is voluntary. However, failure to provide the requested information may result in denial of a badge or visitor pass and denial of entry to 45 SW property. You must adhere to all directives pertaining to operating a vehicle on Patrick, AFB. 4.3 Authority: E.O. 9397; The Privacy Act of 1974, 5 U.S.C. 522a; DODD 8500.1 principal purpose (s): To provide necessary information to 45th Space Wing (45 SW) to determine if applicant meets access control requirements in accordance with HSPD12, DoD 5200.8, DTM 09-12 and FIPS201. Use of SSN is necessary to make positive identification of an applicant. Records in the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) are maintained to support DoD physical security and information assurance programs and are used for identity or other acceptable identification will be used to distinguish individuals who request entry to 45 SW property. 4.4 Base Directives (Overview): No cell phone usage while driving (unless 100% hands free) No weapons or illegal contraband Must wear seatbelt at all times Must possess valid registration and insurance for all vehicles entering installation While on Patrick AFB, you are subject to random vehicle inspections Do not park in seeded areas (grass) Adhere to all traffic signs and rights-of-way Safely move to the side and stop when emergency vehicles are responding with lights and sirens 4.5 The main gate of Patrick, Air Force Base located on Highway A1A is the only access point designated for individuals who do not have access to a military installation. Do not attempt to access the base using the South Patrick Drive gate, as access will be denied unless you possess the proper credentials for access. 5.0 VENUE INFORMATION 5.1 The briefing begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. with registration at 8:00 a.m. so please plan accordingly. The opportunity exists for one-on-one discussions after the main briefing. 5.2 Location: Date: 20 September 2016 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. (REGISTRATION AT 8:00 a.m.) Location: The Air Force Technical Applications Center (AFTAC) Building Conference Center 1161 10989 South Patrick Drive Patrick AFB, FL 32925 5.3 Parking: Please use the parking lot located east of the AFTAC building (across the street) as visitors are prohibited from utilizing the parking garage. 6.0 SOURCES SOUGHT 6.1 DISCLAIMER: THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY RESPONDENTS TO THIS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY. 6.2 CONTRACT/PROGRAM BACKGROUND: Contract Number: FA7022-13-D-0003 - Materials Technology Support (MTS) Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and Cost Reimbursable Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) Incumbent and their size: Zel Technologies, LLC. (Small Business) Method of previous acquisition: Small Business Set-Aside Description of the current program/effort: MTS provides expert technical services to AFTAC in conducting a variety of projects in support of Operations and Maintenance (O&M). AMS is a follow-on effort to the MTS contract. The estimated Period of Performance is 1 June 2018 - 31 May 2023. 6.3 REQUIRED CAPABILITIES: The table below (See Attachment) lists all of the main technical/task requirements of the Sources Sought Notice Draft PWS. You must identify the percentage of the task that your company can accomplish and include supporting information which demonstrates your capabilities to meet that percentage. Supporting information shall not reiterate the language of the tasks provided in the Draft PWS, but rather, it shall provide details regarding your company's capabilities to execute these tasks. A cross-reference matrix is requested which links the Draft PWS task to the supporting information provided. Past performance information that is related to the tasks in the Draft PWS is requested if available. PWS Task PWS Para Percentage Program and Administrative Support 2.1 Radiation Safety Support 2.2 Radiochemistry Laboratory Support 2.3 Graphics and Multimedia Support 2.5 Technical Writer Support 2.6 Simulation, Modeling, and System Integration Support 2.4 Expert Panel and Subject Matter Expertise (SME) Support 2.7 Acquisition Support 2.8 Research and Development Support 2.9 6.4 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Personnel must have clearances to support classified work at contract start date. All contractor personnel will require a final adjudicated current security clearance at the TOP SECRET, DCID 6/4 level. SECRET Facility Clearance is required. US Citizenship is required for all personnel supporting on the contract. 6.5 NORTH AMERICAN INDUSTRY CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM CODE: The anticipated North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) for this requirement is 541330 - ENGINEERING SERVICES, with the corresponding size standard of $15.0M. To assist AMIC DET 2 OL/PKA in making a determination regarding the level of participation by small business in any subsequent procurement that may result from this Sources Sought, you are also encouraged to provide information regarding your plans to use joint venturing (JV) or partnering to meet each of the requirements areas contained herein. This includes responses from qualified and capable Small Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, Service Disabled-Veteran Owned Small Businesses, Women-owned Small Businesses, HUBZone Small Businesses, and 8(a) companies. You should provide information on how you would envision your company's areas of expertise and those of any proposed JV/partner would be combined to meet the specific requirements contained in this announcement. In order to make a determination for a small business set-aside, two or more qualified and capable small businesses must submit responses that demonstrate their qualifications. Responses must demonstrate the company's ability to perform in accordance with the Limitations on Subcontracting clause (FAR 52.219-14). 6.6 OMBUDSMAN - AFFARS 5352.201-9101 (APR 2014): (a) An ombudsman has been appointed to hear and facilitate the resolution of concerns from offerors, potential offerors, and others for this acquisition. When requested, the ombudsman will maintain strict confidentiality as to the source of the concern. The existence of the ombudsman does not affect the authority of the program manager, contracting officer, or source selection official. Further, the ombudsman does not participate in the evaluation of proposals, the source selection process, or the adjudication of protests or formal contract disputes. The ombudsman may refer the interested party to another official who can resolve the concern. (b) Before consulting with an ombudsman, interested parties must first address their concerns, issues, disagreements, and/or recommendations to the contracting officer for resolution. Consulting an ombudsman does not alter or postpone the timelines for any other processes (e.g., agency level bid protests, GAO bid protests, requests for debriefings, employee-employer actions, contests of OMB Circular A-76 competition performance decisions). (c) If resolution cannot be made by the contracting officer, the interested party may contact the ombudsman, Lt Col Aaron D. Judge, 129 Andrews St, Langley AFB, VA 23665-2769, phone number (757) 764-5372, facsimile number (757)764-4400, E-mail address: Aaron.judge@us.af.mil. Concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations that cannot be resolved at the Center/MAJCOM/DRU/HQ AFICA/AFISRA/SMC ombudsman level, may be brought by the interested party for further consideration to the Air Force ombudsman, Associate Deputy Assistant Secretary (ADAS) (Contracting), SAF/AQC, 1060 Air Force Pentagon, Washington DC 20330-1060, phone number (571) 256-2395, facsimile number (571) 256-2431. (INTERIM CHANGE: See Policy Memo 14-C-05). (d) The ombudsman has no authority to render a decision that binds the agency. (e) Do not contact the ombudsman to request copies of the solicitation, verify offer due date, or clarify technical requirements. Such inquiries shall be directed to the Contracting Officer. (End of Clause) 6.7 SUBMISSION DETAILS: Vendors interested in responding to this announcement should submit unclassified technical capabilities statement via email NLT 14 October 2016, 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) to Contract Specialist Mr. Michael W. Suchy at michael.suchy.1@us.af.mil AND Contracting Officer Ms. Kim Pattan at kim.pattan@us.af.mil. NO PHONE CALLS WILL BE ACCEPTED. If the technical capabilities response contains CLASSIFIED information see section 6.10 - Classified Information, below. Proprietary information and trade secrets, if any, must be clearly marked on all materials. All information received that is marked Proprietary will be handled accordingly. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned. All Government and contractor personal reviewing sources sought responses will have signed non-disclosure agreements and understand their responsibility for proper use and protection from unauthorized disclosure of proprietary information as described 41 USC 423. The Government shall not be held liable for any damages incurred if proprietary information is not properly identified. 6.8 RESPONSES SHALL INCLUDE: a) Business name and address; b) Name of company representative and their business title; c) Business Size and Type of Small Business (if applicable); d) Cage Code; e) DUNS Number; f) Capabilities statement package (no more than ten pages) demonstrating ability to perform in accordance with paragraphs 6.3, 6.4 and 6.5 above. g) Contract vehicles that would be available to the Government for the procurement of the product and service, to include ENCORE II, General Service Administration (GSA), GSA MOBIS, NIH, NASA SEWP, Federal Supply Schedules (FSS), or any other Government Agency contract vehicle. (This information is for market research only and does not preclude your company from responding to this notice.) 6.9 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS: The potential sources for this effort will require contractor personnel to possess a TOP SECRET clearance with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI), and shall be eligible for indoctrination to the Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) level at contract start date. 6.10 CLASSIFIED INFORMATION: If the RFI response contains classified information (up to SECRET), the preferred method of receipt is the SIPR email to the Program Manager, Dr. Rebecca Albo at rebecca.l.albo.civ@mail.smil.mil. In order for the Government to receive classified information in the mail, it must be sent in accordance with DoD 5220.22-M National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual, also the company must provide your CAGE Code which can be verified using the Industrial Security Facilities Database (ISFD). Classified information will be clearly marked and shipped in accordance with DoD 5200.1-R, DoD 52200.22-M and AFI 31-401 to this address: "Outer Address" DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE AFTAC/SO 10989 South Patrick Drive Patrick AFB, FL 32925-3002 "Inner Address" DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE TMSL ATTN: Rebecca Albo 10989 South Patrick Drive Patrick AFB, FL 32925-3002 Coordination/Approval Contract Number: TBD Program Name: AMS