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The Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) Weapon System

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The Department of Defense, through the Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) Program Management Office, is seeking to acquire a new Weapon System to replace the aging E-4B National Airborne Operations Center. This effort involves modernizing the platform to meet updated capability needs and operational requirements, which may include considering used commercial derivative aircraft alongside very large platform options. The planned Engineering and Manufacturing Development phase anticipates producing 2 to 4 modified EMD aircraft, related ground support equipment, and a production design for the SAOC Weapon System. The Government is pursuing a full and open acquisition strategy and has engaged industry extensively via a series of Requests for Information (RFIs) to gather feedback on multiple aspects, including acquisition strategy, schedule, design requirements, technology readiness, acceptability criteria, test and evaluation strategies, digital program execution, and contract structure. Throughout this process, detailed drafts of the classified System Requirements Document (SRD) and various Statements of Work (SOWs) have been released to industry partners with the necessary security clearances to solicit comments and recommendations. The ongoing RFIs also address topics such as development of the Airworthiness Plan, Contract Data Requirements Lists, Security Classification Guide, and Government Reference Architecture, enabling iterative refinement of program requirements and acquisition approaches. Updates are regularly provided to industry to maintain transparency and encourage comprehensive input. The program is managed from Wright Patterson AFB, OH, with performance expected at Hanscom AFB, MA, and involves close coordination with designated contracting officials to ensure alignment with strategic and technical goals.

General Info

Department of Defense seeks new SAOC Weapon System to replace E-4B with modernized aircraft options.

NAICS

336413 - Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Hanscom AFB, MA, 01731, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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SAOC Program Request for Information Update 30Mar22

DOCX, High priority: read this firstrfi
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SAOC RFI 15 14Apr22 Information Update

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SAOC RFI 18 Information Update May 2022

PDF, High priority: read this firstrfi
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SAOC RFI 21 Security Classification Guide Update

PDF, High priority: read this firstrfi
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SAOC RFI 26 20 Jul 22

PDF, High priority: read this firstrfi
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SAOC Weapon System Digital Program RFI Update 31Aug21

DOCX, High priority: read this firstrfi
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SAOC Weapon System Request for Information August 2021

DOCX, High priority: read this firstrfi
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SAOC Weapon System RFI 14 6Apr22

DOCX, High priority: read this firstrfi
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SAOC Weapon System RFI Update 16 April 2022

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SAOC Weapon System RFI Update 20 Oct 2021

DOCX, High priority: read this firstrfi
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SAOC Weapon System RFI Update 30Jul21

DOCX, High priority: read this firstrfi
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SAOC Weapon System RFI Update 5Apr22

DOCX, High priority: read this firstrfi
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SAOC WS RFI Update 22 June 2022

PDF, High priority: read this firstrfi
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WVS SAOC Survivable Airborne Operations Center RFI Update

DOCX, High priority: read this firstrfi
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SAOC Release Update 06 Feb 2023

PDF, Low prioritypresolicitation
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SAOC RFI 17 13May22 Airworthiness Plan Feedback

PDF, Low priorityrfi
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SAOC RFI 19-20 May 2022 Information Update

PDF, Low priorityrfi
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SAOC RFI 20_24May22

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SAOC RFI 23-30 Jun 22

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SAOC RFI 25 - 08 Jul 22

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SAOC RFI Update 05 Jul 22

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SAOC RFI Update 18 Nov 2021

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SAOC Weapon System RFI Update 17Feb21

DOCX, Low priorityrfi
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SAOC Weapon System Test and Evaluation RFI Update 27Sep21

DOCX, Low priorityrfi
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SAOC WS Information Release WVS-SAOC-RELEASE-103

PDF, Low priorityspecial-notice
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SAOC WS Release 103A Update

PDF, Low priorityspecial-notice
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SAOC WS Release 103B Update

PDF, Low priorityspecial-notice
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SAOC WS Release 103C Update

PDF, Low priorityspecial-notice
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SAOC WS Release 103D Update

PDF, Low priorityspecial-notice
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SAOC WS Release 103E Clarification

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SAOC WS Release 103G Update

PDF, Low priorityspecial-notice
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Organization & Contact Information

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8641 Pres Alft Director Aflcmc Wv
Contacts2 people available
OfficeWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7108, USA
Office AddressWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7108, USA
Contacts
Melissa Hobley Contracting Officer
Kevin Daigle Contract Specialist

Full Description

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The Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) Program Management Office (PMO) is working toward acquiring a replacement Weapon System (WS) for the aging E-4B, National Airborne Operations Center (NAOC). Updated capability needs and operational requirements have potentially altered the viable technical solutions for SAOC. The associated requirement from the classified System Requirements Document (SRD) is available upon request to appropriately cleared companies (see instructions provided below to request draft SRD excerpt). As a result, the Government is willing to consider used commercial derivative aircraft. Additionally, the Government intends to continue to pursue a full and open acquisition strategy for the entire weapon system using a very large platform. It is anticipated that EMD will result in 2-4 modified EMD aircraft, associated ground support equipment, and a SAOC WS production design. ------------------------------------------------------- The purpose of Request for Information (WVS-SAOC-INFO REL2-006) is to solicit further information to help the Government develop the program acquisition strategy requesting industry feedback on: Production aircraft Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) Schedule Design technology readiness levels ------------------------------------------------------ The purpose of this posting (WVS-SAOC-RFI3-SRD) is for the SAOC PMO to release a fourth draft System Requirements Document (SRD) via classified media to interested companies holding the appropriate facility clearance. We are requesting feedback from Industry on the following topics: Identification of any requirements with ambiguity or that lack the needed clarity and completeness, and any recommended changes Identification of requirements that limit design solutions or could add unnecessary risk across the program and recommended changes Missing/incomplete requirements in Section 3 of the SRD ------------------------------------------------------ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #4 is to provide industry with insight into the Government's current plans in support of the SAOC Acquisition. The Government is providing updates on the following topics. Acquisition Strategy Schedule Aircraft Planning ------------------------------------------------------ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #5 is to provide industry with insight into the Government's current plans. The Government is providing updates on the following topics and industry is requested to provide feedback as applicable: Acquisition Strategy Updates Acquisition Schedule Aircraft Acceptability Criteria Evaluation Content & Criteria CLIN Structure Incentive Structure ------------------------------------------------------ Request for Information (RFI) #6 -The Government is providing updates on the following topic and industry may provide feedback as applicable: 1. Capability and General Topic Questions for Industry ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #7 is to provide industry with insight into the Government's current digital program strategy and requirements, and to solicit industry feedback. Industry responses will be used to continue maturing the Government's approach to executing SAOC as a Digital Program. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #8 is to engage industry on topics related to Test and Evaluation (T&E) of the SAOC program. The Government would like information from industry regarding their T&E approach to better formulate an Integrated T&E strategy. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #9 is to provide a draft of the EMD Statement of Work (SOW) to industry for feedback while the SAOC PMO continues with efforts to complete sections and resolve disconnects. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #10 is to release a draft System Requirements Document (SRD) via classified media to interested companies holding the appropriate facility clearance. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #11 is to notify industry of a SAOC RFP update. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #12 is to provide industry with a general update on the SAOC Program. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #13 is to provide industry with the latest draft Development SOW for comment. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #14 is to provide industry with insight into the Program's current Government Reference Architecture (GRA) model and to solicit industry feedback. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #15 is to release a draft System Requirements Document (SRD) via classified media to interested companies holding the appropriate facility clearance. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #16 is to provide industry with the latest draft ICS & Production SOW for comment. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #17 is to provide industry with a draft Airworthiness Plan (AWP) for comment. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #18 is to release the latest draft System Requirements Document (SRD), and a record of changes over the previous release, via classified media to interested companies holding the appropriate facility clearance. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #19 is to provide industry with a general update on the SAOC Program. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #20 is to provide industry with a draft list of Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) for comment. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #21 is to provide industry with a draft Security Classification Guide (SCG) for comment. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #22 is to provide industry with a program update. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #23 is to provide industry with a program update. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #24 is to provide industry with a program update. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #25 is to provide industry with a program update. ________________________________ The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) #26 is to provide industry with a program update. ________________________________ The purpose of this posting is to provide industry with a program update. ________________________________ The purpose of this posting is to provide industry with a program update linked to the posting above from 17 Oct 2022. ________________________________ The purpose of this posting is to provide industry with a second program update linked to the posting above from 17 Oct 2022. ________________________________ The purpose of this posting is to provide industry with a third program update linked to the posting above from 17 Oct 2022. ________________________________ The purpose of this posting is to provide industry with a fourth program update linked to the posting above from 17 Oct 2022. ________________________________ The purpose of this posting is to provide industry with a fifth program update linked to the posting above from 17 Oct 2022. ________________________________ The purpose of this posting is to provide industry with a sixth program update linked to the posting above from 17 Oct 2022. ________________________________ The purpose of this posting is to provide industry with a seventh program update linked to the posting above from 17 Oct 2022.

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