Logistics Support Services

***Pre-Solicitation Posted under solicitation number FA7000-14-R-0001 along with updated draft PWS*** SOURCES SOUGHT AND REQUEST FOR INFORMATION FROM: 10th Contracting Squadron, United States Air Force Academy (USAFA), CO SUBJECT: Sources Sought and Request for Information 1. The USAF Academy 10th Contracting Squadron is requesting information from potential 8(a) small business service providers for logistic support services. The North American Industry Classification System Code [NAICS] is 561210 and the size standard is $35.5M. 2. Interested contractors whether potential prime contractors or interested potential subcontractors are encouraged to review the DRAFT Performance Work Statement (PWS) and appendices to gain an understanding of the requirement and provide feedback and questions to the contracting officer. Additionally, the government would like feedback on the following concerns: a. The transition planning requirement as outlined in the PWS, specifically, a 30 day transition period? b. Collective Bargaining Agreements (Fuel employees currently under a CBA). c. Employee requirements. 3. This notice is also issued for the purpose of market research in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10. All responsible contractors interested in providing this service and who have the potential to provide this service (Prime or Sub) are invited to respond. Any information provided by industry to the Government as a result of this notice is voluntary. This notice is for planning purposes only and the Government will not pay for any information provided. If you are not interested and/or able to provide this service no response is necessary. The result of this market research will contribute to determining the method of procurement. This sources sought announcement is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government, implied or otherwise, to issue a solicitation or to award a contract. 4. The following is a synopsis of the requirement contained in the PWS: The scope of service under this task order is to provide the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) with logistic support services to support the USAFA Mission which is to prepare the next generation of Air Force (AF) leaders. The ultimate goal of the service provider shall be the establishment of a quality, customer-focused logistic support service that meets the needs of all USAFA customers and supports the USAFA mission. Services include operation and management of the standard base supply system, munitions account, ground and aviation fuels, HAZMAT/HAZMART, transportation/freight services, equipment accounts, mobility/readiness, and management of ability-one operated supply store. 5. All interested and qualified sources should submit the following documentation to this office by e-mail to Aaron.Schulz@us.af.mil no later than 1:00 PM MST, 23 May 2013: a. Name of Company and Address, Point of Contact, Phone Number, E-mail Address, Website (if applicable) b. Representation/Certification of small business socioeconomic status c. CAGE code and DUNS Number d. Examples of prior services provide of similar nature e. Examples of prior completed Government contracts, references, and other related information f. Standard commercial practices for pricing, delivery/inspection and terms and conditions relevant to this requirement g. If you require different terms and conditions than those normally used by the Government, what are your terms and conditions? Please feel free to provide a copy of your terms and conditions for this type of work. 6. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION FOR OFFERS OR A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL. DO NOT SUBMIT PROPOSALS AT THIS TIME. 7. Any questions regarding this notice can be directed in writing via email to the following points of contact. To promote maximum competition and clarity, all questions and responses regarding this requirement will be posted via amendment to this notice. Contracting Officer, Mr. Michael Fredericks Email: michael.fredericks@us.af.mil Contract Specialist, Mr. Aaron Schulz Email: aaron.schulz@us.af.mil Attachments: 1. USAFA Logistic Support Services Draft Performance Work Statement and Appendices