26-31093 VDATS DMSMS RFI (20260309).docx

Request for Information (RFI)

AFLCMC/ROA

Automated Test Systems Division Robins AFB, GA

Versatile Diagnostic Automatic Test Station (VDATS) Engineering Services

CAUTION:

This market survey is being conducted to identify potential sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to provide Engineering Services for the Versatile Diagnostic Automatic Test Station (VDATS) (NSNs 4920-01-553-0693, 4920-01-553-1534, 4920-01-663-3117KV and 4920-01-663-3118KV) and the VDATS eXtensible Core (XC). These services primarily include Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) management, including obsolescence monitoring and forecasting. The purpose of this survey is to obtain information for an upcoming procurement for the AFLCMC/ROA Automatic Test Systems Division at Robins AFB, GA.

Data Availability:

The VDATS is an automatic test system organically designed and built by the U.S. Air Force. While the top-level system is government-designed, it integrates numerous Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) components. The Government does not own a complete technical data package for every COTS component within the VDATS. The contractor will be responsible for proactively monitoring these components and developing resolution strategies for obsolescence issues that arise.

Contractors/Institutions responding to this Request for Information (RFI) are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards. The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. The below contains a description of the VDATS Engineering Services requirement and a Contractor Capability Survey. The Survey allows Contractors to provide their company’s capability.

2. If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in the market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company’s capability in meeting these requirements. Failure to provide documentation may result in the government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities. If you lack sufficient experience in a particular area, please provide details explaining how you would overcome the lack of experience/capabilities in order to perform that portion of the requirement (i.e., teaming, subcontracting, etc.).

3. Identify any areas of work that your organization believes should be broken out exclusively for Small Business.

4. Both large and small businesses are permitted to participate in this market research. Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged.

5. Questions relative to this market research should be addressed to Contract Specialist, Shemica Miller (shemica.miller@us.af.mil) and Contract Officer, Andrea Livingston (andrea.livingston.1@us.af.mil).

Versatile Diagnostic Automatic Test Station (VDATS) Engineering Services

The Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to provide Engineering Services for the Versatile Diagnostic Automatic Test Station (VDATS). The VDATS is a revolutionary automatic test system organically designed and built by the USAF to provide depot and intermediate-level maintenance capabilities for testing avionics components across multiple aircraft platforms.

The primary requirement of this effort is to establish and execute a proactive DMSMS management program for the VDATS. Key functions will include: proactive monitoring of all VDATS components using a Bill of Materials (BOM); performing risk and impact analysis for obsolescence issues; operating a case management system; researching and proposing resolution strategies; and providing quarterly DMSMS health analysis reports. All services will be performed at the contractor's facility, and no travel will be required.

The contract strategy is anticipated to be one (1) 12-month basic period with two (2) 12-month options.

CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY

Versatile Diagnostic Automatic Test Station (VDATS)

Part I. Business Information

Please provide the following business information for your company/institution and for any teaming or joint venture partners:

· Company/Institute Name:

· Address:

· Point of Contact:

· CAGE Code:

· Phone Number:

· E-mail Address:

· Web Page URL:

· Size of business pursuant to North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: 541330 (Engineering Services)

· Based on the above NAICS Code, state whether your company is:

· Small Business (Yes / No)

· Woman Owned Small Business (Yes / No)

· Small Disadvantaged Business (Yes / No)

· 8(a) Certified (Yes / No)

· HUBZone Certified (Yes / No)

· Veteran Owned Small Business (Yes / No)

· Service Disabled Veteran Small Business (Yes / No)

· System for Award Management (SAM) Registered (Yes / No)

· A statement as to whether your company is domestically or foreign owned (if foreign, please indicate the country of ownership).

Electronic responses must be received no later than close of business on 24 March 2026. Your email response to this RFI should be addressed to Shemica Miller (shemica.miller@us.af.mil) and Andrea Livingston (andrea.livingston.1@us.af.mil) and have "RFI Response: VDATS Engineering Services" in the subject line.

Part II. Capability Survey Questions

A. General Capability Questions:

1. Referencing the attached draft PWS:

a. Does your company consider the information in the document to be clear and concise regarding the duties and responsibilities the Government expects the contractor to perform? If not, please identify what information is needed or requires clarification.

b. Did your company identify any areas in the PWS that presented unacceptable risks? If so, please provide detailed information.

2. Describe your company's past experience on previous projects similar in scope and complexity to the VDATS DMSMS requirement. Focus on experience managing obsolescence for complex electronic systems or Automatic Test Equipment (ATE). Include contract numbers, a brief description of the work performed, period of performance, agency/organization supported, and a current point of contact (Contracting Officer or Program Manager).

3. Would any technical/engineering data be required to execute the PWS requirements other than what is provided or referenced in this pre-solicitation activity? If so, please specify the data needed.

4. Does your company have experience with DMSMS management and obsolescence forecasting for an Automatic Test System (ATS)? This includes proactive monitoring, risk analysis, case management, and developing resolution strategies (e.g., identifying substitute parts, recommending life-of-type buys). If so, please provide detailed information.

5. What is the rough order of magnitude (ROM) of annual costs to execute the PWS requirements? This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a formal proposal.

B. Commerciality Questions:

1. Are the DMSMS management and obsolescence forecasting services you provide offered as a commercial service to both U.S. Government and commercial customers? If so, is the same workforce used for both?

2. Briefly describe your company's standard commercial practices for DMSMS management. To what extent would these practices need to be modified to meet the specific requirements outlined in the attached PWS?

PR: FD2060-26-31093