R--MACHINE TRANSLATIONS AND RELATED SERVICES

The National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) is inviting industry feedback on its Draft Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Machine Translations and Related Services program. This solicitation seeks to enhance the RFP's purpose, content, clarity, and completeness by engaging in open communication with potential contractors. The draft includes a detailed Requirements Document with multiple attachments for review. NASIC emphasizes that all correspondence regarding the Draft RFP must be submitted in writing via e-mail, with no phone inquiries accepted. The Draft and Final RFP, along with acquisition notices, will be available through the Preaward Information Exchange System (PIXS). This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5 and is classified under NAICS code 541511, which pertains to custom computer programming services. The solicitation was initially posted on March 6, 2007, as a presolicitation notice. While specific details about the office address and place of performance are not provided, all relevant updates and documents will be accessible on the official PIXS website. This approach seeks to ensure transparency and thorough industry involvement prior to the finalization of the RFP.