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Sources Sought Notice: AFICC/763 ESS - Boeing Flight Attendant Training – FA4452-22-Q-BFAT

NOTICE DETAILS

Solicitation #: FA4452-22-Q-BFAT Procurement Type: Sources Sought posted to SAM.gov website Date Posted: February 17, 2022 Title: AFICC/763 ESS: Boeing Flight Attendant Training Classification Code: U - Education & Training Services NAICS Code: 611519 – Other Technical and Trade Schools Response Date: March 18, 2022 Primary Point of Contact: Angela Port, Contracting Officer, Email angela.port@us.af.mil, Phone (618)229-9990

SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT

The 763d Enterprise Sourcing Squadron (763 ESS) is seeking sources for the contemplated follow-on contract to provide flight attendant training for the Boeing 737, named the "C-40B/C", the Boeing 757, named the "C-32A", the Boeing 747, named the "VC-25A and E-4B to USAF flight attendants for Headquarters Air Mobility Command, Directorate of Operations, Aircrew Tactics and Training Division (HQ AMC/A3T).

CONTRACTING OFFICE ADDRESS:

763d Enterprise Sourcing Squadron 510 POW/MIA Drive Bldg. P40, Suite E1004 Scott AFB, IL 62225-5022

INTRODUCTION:

This is a SOURCES SOUGHT to determine the availability and technical capability of any business, large or small (including the following subsets: Small Disadvantaged Businesses, HUBZone Small Businesses, Certified 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, and Women-Owned Small Businesses) to provide the required services.

The 763 ESS is seeking market information for potential sources capable of providing classroom and simulator training to United States Air Force (USAF) flight attendants for the Boeing 737, named the "C-40B/C", the Boeing 757, named the "C-32A", the Boeing 747, named the "VC-25A and E-4B. Training shall ensure the ability to safely egress passengers from an aircraft in an emergency situation. Additional requirements are described in the attached Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS). Please note that this PWS is in DRAFT form and actual tasks required may change prior to solicitation.

DISCLAIMER:

THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP). IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY RESPONDENTS TO THIS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY.

CONTRACT/PROGRAM BACKGROUND:

This requirement is a potential follow-on to Contract FA4452-18-D-0003, currently being performed by Atlas Air. The current contract was solicited via FedBizOps as a full and open competition. Contract FA4452-18-D-0003 is a commercial, Firm Fixed-Price (FFP), Requirements type contract. The Government is contemplating use of FFP CLINs, however, as no acquisition plan has been approved, the procurement strategy is subject to change. Additionally, there is currently no timeframe for potential RFP release. Should a future requirement evolve from this preliminary planning process, it is anticipated the period of performance will be a five-year ordering period. The estimated start date is 01 January 2023.

DESCRIPTION:

The 763 ESS is seeking market information for potential sources with the capability to develop and provide training, which includes classroom and simulator training for Initial and Refresher Egress Simulator Training. Flight attendant training shall provide a thorough understanding and ability to perform all required flight attendant tasks when confronted with emergency conditions. All academic training shall be conducted at the contractor’s facility in a specifically designated classroom, free from noise and distractions. Simulator and associated academic instruction will be conducted at the contractor’s facility using appropriate training devices as described in this PWS.

CAPABILITY PACKAGE SUBMISSION:

The table below lists all of the main task requirements of the Sources Sought Notice Draft PWS. You must identify the percentage of the task that your company can accomplish and include supporting information, which demonstrates your capabilities to meet that percentage. Supporting information shall not reiterate the language of the tasks provided in the Draft PWS, but rather, it shall provide details regarding your company's capabilities to execute these tasks. A cross-reference matrix is requested, which links the Draft PWS task to the supporting information provided. Past performance information that is related to the tasks in the Draft PWS is requested if available.

In addition, capability information should include, at a minimum, the following:

(A) Examples of your company's experience in providing onsite, Flight Attendant and/or Flight Crew training.

(B) Examples of your company's experience developing tailored training programs to meet USAF requirements utilizing training resources and facilities located in the Continental United States.

(C) Address how the contractor will provide Simulator training in a fuselage/cabin similar in size and function, and include aircraft specific Plug Type Doors for the C-40B/C, C-32A, VC-25 and E-4B.

(D) Address how the contractor will provide Fire- Fighting/Smoke training in a fuselage/cabin fire trainer that simulates an enclosed aircraft environment, and includes aircraft egress points that simulate actual aircraft exits in locations and operation.

(E) Address how the contractor will provide Water Survival/Ditching training in a pool that simulates an ocean or water based environment. This training shall concentrate on basic life-saving, survival procedures and operation of emergency equipment including applicable aircraft life rafts and slides.

(F) If your business is classified as a small business, provide a brief statement of how your organization can provide a minimum of 50 percent of the work. Responses must demonstrate the company's ability to perform in accordance with the Limitations on Subcontracting clause (FAR 52.219-14). If your business is classified as large, provide a brief statement on your company’s subcontracting possibilities. The capability package must be clear, concise, and complete. The Air Force is under no obligation to provide feedback to the company, or to contact the company for clarification of any information submitted in response to this request.

OTHER SUBMISSION DETAILS:

Responses should include:

1) Company name and address

2) Name of company representative and their business title, telephone number, email address

3) Business Size and (Type of Small Business if applicable)

4) Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE Code)

5) Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number

6) Anticipated teaming arrangements and CAGE Code (if applicable)

7) Whether or not you intend to submit a proposal if an RFP is released

8) Contract vehicles that would be available to the Government for the procurement of the product and services, to include ENCORE III, General Service Administration (GSA), GSA Mission Oriented Business Integrated Services (MOBIS), National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement (SEWP), Federal Supply Schedules (FSS), or any other Government agency contract vehicle. This information is for market research only and does not preclude your company from responding to this notice.

9) Capability packages should be limited to no more than ten pages. Documentation should be in bullet format.

10) Any comments/concerns in regards to the draft PWS. Please indicate if there are any requirements that are too restrictive or not traditionally available in the marketplace. Any requirements that should be changed based on industry standards change?

Vendors who wish to respond to this announcement should send responses via email no later than 4:00 PM Central Daylight Time (CDT) on 18 March 2022 to angela.port@us.af.mil.

Proprietary information and trade secrets, if any, must be clearly marked on all materials. All information received that is marked Proprietary will be handled accordingly. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned. All government and contractor personnel reviewing sources sought responses shall have signed non-disclosure agreements and understand their responsibility for proper use and protection from unauthorized disclosure of proprietary information as described 41 USC 423. The Government shall not be held liable for any damages incurred if proprietary information is not properly identified.

NORTH AMERICAN INDUSTRY CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (NAICS) CODE:

The anticipated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is 611519, Other Technical and Trade Schools. This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in offering aviation and flight training. These establishments may offer vocational training, recreational training, or both. The small business size is $16.5M in average annual receipts.

In order to make a determination for a small business set-aside, two or more qualified and capable small businesses must submit responses that demonstrate their qualifications.

OTHER INFORMATION

To assist 763 ESS in making a determination regarding the level of participation by small business on any subsequent procurement that may result from this sources sought, you are encouraged to provide information regarding your plans to use joint venturing (JV) or partnering to meet each of the requirement areas contained herein. This includes responses from qualified and capable Small Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, Service-Disabled-Veteran Owned Small Businesses, Women -Owned Small Businesses, HUBZone Small Businesses, and 8(a) companies. You should provide information on how you would envision your company's areas of expertise and those of any proposed JV partner would be combined to meet the specific requirements contained in this announcement.

ATTACHMENTS

1) Draft PWS

2) Draft CDRLS