June 2025 ACC-RSA PALT QA Results.pdf

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ACC -RSA Does ACC-RSA support DEVCOM Aviation & Missile Center? If so who is the ACC RSA POC and why was their contract opportunities not briefed?

Yes, ACC-RSA supports DEVCOM AvMC in various capacities. The Modernization Directorate executes NON-SEC actions (some using SEC procedures) and the SMD&SP Directorate executes all true SEC actions. The status of S3I NON- SEC recompetes will be posted on the SAM.gov via Notice ID: ACC-RSA-June_PALT_2025, and the ACC-RSA forward facing PALT Session Page.

POCs to the various Modernization contracting cells are as follows:

* AMTC OTA - POC: Anthony Jones, email: anthony.l.jones295.civ@army.mil;

* EXPRESS S3I NON-SEC Recompetes (various) - POC: Mona Lisa Brown, email: monalisa.brown2.civ@army.mil;

* EXPRESS SRD/TDD Recompetes (various) - POC: Cynthie Walters, email: cynthie.d.walters.civ@army.mil;

ACC -RSA How is ACC-Redstone implementing acquisition reform regarding preference for commercial items?

To facilitate the procurement of commercial items, ACC-RSA utilizes mechanisms such as Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) and Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. These tools allow for more flexible and efficient acquisition strategies, enabling quicker responses to mission requirements. For instance, the AMCOM EXPRESS program, managed by ACC-RSA, provides operational efficiencies and improved mission readiness by offering a range of advisory and assistance services through BPAs administered within four domains: Business and Analytical, Logistics, Programmatic, and Technical .

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Industry Engagement and Transparency. ACC-RSA actively engages with the defense community to review and refine its acquisition processes. Events like thePALT and APBI serve as platforms for sharing updates, insights, and strategies related to upcoming contracting opportunities. These interactions aim to keep industry partners informed and involved, fostering transparency and collaboration in the acquisition process.

AMCOM Are small business goals being emphasized by the new leader of the Small Business Administration?

While we defer to the SBA for specifics on their leadership priorities, AMCOM continues to align with federal small business objectives and actively seeks to increase engagement with small and disadvantaged businesses. Our acquisition strategies routinely incorporate small business set-asides, and we maintain consistent communication with the AMC Office of Small Business Programs to ensure compliance with evolving goals. We anticipate continued emphasis on these objectives under the current SBA administration and are proactively adjusting our outreach and forecasting to meet or exceed expectations.

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AMCOM Addressed to Mr. Johnny Keith, Acting Director AMCOM. The government released a sources sought in November 2024 for the Letterkenny Army Depot, for Contract Labor Workforce.

Would the Government indicate who is the contracting officer, what is expected timeline for an update on the acquisition schedule, whether there will be a draft RFP, an industry day, whether a site visit, OASIS+ or not and the acquisition vehicle.

The acquisition for the Letterkenny Army Depot Labor Workforce is actively under development. The assigned Contracting Officer for this effort will be confirmed and communicated as we move into the pre-solicitation phase. We anticipate issuing a Draft RFP in Q4 FY25, followed by a potential Industry Day for interested parties. The current plan is to utilize a standalone contract vehicle rather than OASIS+ due to specific performance and scope considerations unique to this effort. Further details, including finalized milestones and points of contact, will be posted on the GSA website when available.

AMCOM For the AMCOM challenges would there be focus efforts with just a challenge to be solved or is it expected these will be focus areas with special emphasis on those capabilities to be improved on for a specific opportunity?

The intent of AMCOM’s challenge-focused engagements is twofold:

1.To foster innovation through challenge-based acquisition models that address critical mission gaps, and 2.To identify and refine focus areas where industry capabilities can be matured and tailored for upcoming solicitations.

Rather than isolated exercises, these challenge efforts are intended to drive long-term capability development and influence acquisition planning. Specific opportunities may stem from these areas as mission needs evolve.

AMCOM What is the thought process on utilizing 8(a) contracting separately from the large IDiQ efforts?

AMCOM recognizes the strategic value of the 8(a) program as a tool to increase competition, accelerate award timelines, and engage with highly capable small disadvantaged businesses. While our large IDIQ vehicles like EXPRESS remain the backbone for recurring services, we are intentionally evaluating when direct 8(a) awards (or competitive 8(a) set-asides) may be more appropriate for niche, emergent, or lower-dollar-value efforts. This parallel strategy allows us to maintain flexibility, meet small business goals, and expand participation outside the constraints of long-standing contract vehicles.

AMCOM Do you forecast significant use of End of Year direct award aubtorities for 8(a) for your requirements?

AMCOM continues to evaluate the strategic use of 8(a) direct awards for targeted requirements, particularly where time sensitivity or mission-critical needs are involved. While not universally applied across all IDIQ vehicles, we do anticipate increased use of this authority for smaller-dollar-value procurements and emerging requirements that align with the capabilities of qualified 8(a) firms. We are also exploring opportunities to establish or refresh schedules in FY26 to ensure readiness for evolving mission demands.

DEVCOM Status of S3I Recompete? Status of S3I NON SEC recompetes will be posted on the SAM.gov via Notice ID: ACC-RSA-June_PALT_2025, and the ACC-RSA forward facing PALT Session Page. The EXPRESS S3I NON-SEC Recompete POC is Mona Lisa Brown, email:

monalisa.brown2.civ@army.mil. S3I SEC recompetes are executed by the SMD/S&P Directorate.

ESOP At what point in the Acqusition timeline will an ESOP pilot decision be made against each contract.

Acquisition Strategy phase.

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ESOP It was mentioned that ACC is leveraging all available authorities to address requirements. In light of that, would ACC consider utilizing SDVOSB set-asides or sole source contracts, given that this is an existing contracting authority and not a pilot program?

All authorities will be legeraged.

EXPRESS/ICE (Topic related to RFQ #2026T-06) In addition to ESOP, will you also take advantage of the 8(a) program authority for direct awards?

Yes.

EXPRESS/ICE (Topic related to RFQ #2026P-02) Is there any information on timeline for RFI / RFQ / and/or Acquisition Strategy for the INRAP/MASPO Re-compete?

The KO is currently developing the timeline for this requirement but does not have dates at this time.

EXPRESS/ICE (Topic related to ESOP implementation concerns) If ESOPs are given awards noncompetively, 4 current SBSA efforts (with Avion as incumbent) in the 541330 Engineering Services domain will essentially default to full & open, leaving only 5-6 other current SBSA efforts remaining. With the on-ramp awards for 541330 nearing completion, there will likely be more BPA holders than potential competitive efforts over the next 5 years. Is the ESOP plan finalized, and if so, what is being done to bring new SBSA opportunities to the 541330 EXPRESS domain?

The ESOP plan’s finalization is pending, with active consideration of competition and small business balance.

ACC-Redstone recognizes the potential bottleneck in SBSA opportunities as current BPAs mature.

They are likely implementing or planning strategies to increase on-ramps, segment task areas, and engage industry to maintain a healthy competitive small business environment in 541330.

MISSILES &

SPACE

What domain on OASIS+ will the PEO MS Headquarters be completed under the 541330

NAICS?

More info needed to accurately answer this question.

MISSILES &

SPACE

There is an RFI for C-sUAS integration for Armored Vehicles. It’s due on 27 June. What is your time frame for an RFP? Are you interested in a follow up meeting after the RFI submission?

The RFI for Vehicle Mounted Counter small-Unmanned Aircraft System is for the Marine Corps. PEO MS has no insight in to when the RFP will be released. Any follow up briefings should be in conjunction with Program Manager Light Armored Vehicle.

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MISSILES &

SPACE

There is an RFi out for C-sUAS capability and integration onto fielded Armored vehicles. Both kinetic and non-kinetic. It’s due on 27 June. Will PEO support a follow up briefing/discussion on the solution we propose which include turn key integration onto various armored vehicles as a kit?

The RFI for Vehicle Mounted Counter small-Unmanned Aircraft System is for the Marine Corps. Any follow up briefings should be in conjunction with Program Manager Light Armored Vehicle.

PALT/ICE Please provide emails for all contracting officers called out today. Announcing mames is helpful but emails are requried so indistry can schedule appointments

Directorate structure document located on the ACC-RSA PALT Page.

PALT/ICE Will this be recorded and available for review? No, but the slides will be posted to SAM.Gov and the ACC-RSA PALT site.

PEO AVN and

PEO M&S

Will PEO Aviation and PEO Missiles and Space consider providing a SAM.gov inclusive list of SETA opportunities annually similar to the one AvMC provides that is extremely valuableq?

Missiles & Space is currently exploring ways to increase visibility and transparency around upcoming SETA opportunities. While we do not yet publish a consolidated SAM.gov-style forecast, we are working internally to evaluate the feasibility of creating an annual or semi-annual forecast document similar in structure to AvMC’s. Any future updates or forecast products will be shared through appropriate industry channels to ensure equitable access and early awareness.

RCCTO We submitted a white paper in Dec 2024 on directed energy for counter UAS. Is the status of this effort covered today?

The status of DE for counter UAS was not briefed during the PALT brief.

SMDC Is there an expected RFP release date for the Small Business set-aside Info Tech/Info Mgmt (IT/IM) formerly CIMS?

The RFP release date has not yet been established; the team is working to determine the appropriate contract vehicles

SMDC What will SMDC’s role be in Golden Dome and/or the SHIELD IDIQ?

Undecided. Contact Jeff Sulivan for releasable details.

SMDC Slides available? The slides are very pixilated virtually, can we get a copy of these slides?

The PALT brief was emailed to all attendees.

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