T-1A Ground Based Training System (GBTS)

6 November 2014: This update is to 1) Update the Solicitation Number to reflect the Fiscal Year 2015 acquisition cycle. All posts will now use the number FA8321-15-R-6315 (https://www.fbo.gov/index?mode=form&id=6b2e6a7096d054398a2daef7fc412ace&tab=ntype). 2) Post a Draft Request For Proposal (RFP). This is not a solicitation; nor should this be construed as a solicitation. The Government does not intend to award a contract from this Draft RFP; nor will the Government reimburse any responder for any comments or information submitted. In an attempt to improve communications with the vendor community and improve communicating Government requirements, the Government is forwarding this draft RFP for your review and comment. Subject: Industry Days, 26-27 August 2014 This file will provide a running log of what is placed on FBO concerning the T-1A Ground Based Training System (GBTS) acquisition. We'll not only identify the item(s) posted but also what has changed, as applicable. Please note that all documents are to be considered draft until formal RFP release. However, we do encourage your review and comment. This open dialog between you, our industry partners and the Government will make for a more streamlined and comprehensive acquisition. All questions/thoughts/concerns should be addressed to our buyer Jessie D. Auld. 12 September 2014: This update is to 1) post the attendance sheet from the Industry Day held on 26 & 27 August 2014. Program: T-1A Ground Based Training System (GBTS) Program The T-1A GBTS program will be hosting Industry Days on 26-27 August 2014 at Building 738, Room 101, Randolph AFB, TX. There will be a program overview and a group tour of the Operation Flight Trainers (OFTs), Maintenance/Repair area, and Training Software Support Center (TSSC). 1. Up to 4 attendees per vendor may attend the T-1A GBTS/TSSC tour. 2. All questions must be submitted in writing to the point of contact below by Wednesday, 20 August 14. The T-1A GBTS follow-on acquisition for Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) and TSSC services will be a competitive source selection in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 15, as supplemented by the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFARS), and the Air Force Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (AFFARS). A draft agenda will be posted at a later date, prior to 25 August 14. Industry representatives may also participate in the Industry Day via teleconference. To secure registration and access to Randolph AFB, T-1A GBTS Industry Day attendees MUST provide the following information to Mr. Jessie D. Auld, Contract Specialist, Phone: (937) 904-3871, Email: jessie.auld@us.af.mil, by Noon, 12:00 PM EST, Wednesday, 20 August 2014: - Company Name(s) - Company Address(es) - Company POC(s) - T-1A GBTS Interest (Prime, Subcontractor, etc.) o Attendee Information: - Name(s), - Attending in person or via telecom, - E-mail Address(es), - Telephone number(s), - If attendee does not have valid DoD ID card, please provide: - Full name as displayed on state issued driver's license - Date of birth - Driver's license number/State ID number/Passport number - State from which driver's license/ID is issued; Passport country. Unless you have a valid DoD ID card, entry onto Randolph AFB will be permitted through the Main Gate ONLY, located on FM 78 that intersects with Pat Booker Rd. For attendees without a valid DoD ID card, all visitors must be prepared to show a valid picture ID, proof of insurance of vehicle, or rental car agreement to proceed beyond the gate. At the conclusion of Industry Day, a list of attendees will be posted to FedBizOpps (FBO) that will identify the attending companies, companies participating by teleconference, their points of contact, and their interest as a prime contractor or subcontractor. Questions and answers will also be posted to FBO.