CBP-RFI-03272024-001-RFI 2 MPA Maint and Log Svcs.pdf

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

CBP-RFI-03272024-001

MARITIME PATROL AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE, LOGISTICAL AND ENGINEERING

SERVICES

THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY. This is an RFI released pursuant to FAR 15.201(e). This RFI is issued solely for information, planning purposes and market research only. It does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFP. This RFI does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service. CBP is not currently seeking proposals. Responders are advised that the U.S.

Government will not pay any cost incurred in response to this RFI. All costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the interested party’s expense. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFP. If a solicitation is released, it will be via the System for Award Management (SAM.gov). It is the responsibility of the potential offerors to monitor this website for any information that may pertain to this RFI.

The information provided in this RFI is subject to change and is not binding on the Government. All submissions become the property of the Federal Government and will not be returned.

This RFI is a follow on to Notice ID CBP-RFI-05012023-001. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Air and Marine Operations (AMO) is conducting market research to receive industry comments, capability statements, gauge interest, and explore potential offerors relevant experience providing Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) P-3 Orion and Bombardier DHC-8 maintenance, logistical, and engineering services at the Organizational (O) and Intermediate (I) levels to include a Material Management/Inventory Control Point (ICP). MPA aircraft are operated and maintained as Public Use Aircraft as defined by Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR). FAA regulations and policies are adhered to where applicable (maintaining STCs).

The results of this RFI will assist the Government in the future acquisition of a maintenance and logistics contract. CBP has maintained and operated MPA aircraft in the Continental United States (CONUS) and outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) for over 40 years and looks to continue maintaining and operating MPA aircraft well into the future. CBP has been successful in operating the aircraft fleet supporting the combined efforts against terrorism, human smuggling, drug smuggling, and transport of counterfeit or unsafe goods.

Performance of tasks will be required on a concurrent and temporary basis at detachments and forward operating locations both in CONUS and OCONUS locations.

CBP requires a contractor capable of providing Site O Level aircraft maintenance and flight line support for the MPA aircraft, systems/subsystems, aircrew systems, engines, and ground support equipment to meet the Operational flight schedules (OFS). This includes scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, aircraft, and component minor modification and/or repair, aircraft ground servicing (e.g. fueling, lavatory, etc.), daily aircraft inspections, turn-around inspections, and Post-Flight Inspections per prescribed maintenance cards, ensuring the integrity of the aircraft i.e.

Safe for Flight (SFF) detecting degradation or damage to the aircraft. Full support is expected at the primary Aviation Operational Sites (AOS), currently Texas and Florida, as well as daily and unscheduled maintenance at detachment sites and forward operating locations both CONUS and

OCONUS.

CBP requires a contractor capable of providing I Level maintenance for the MPA aircraft which will be located CONUS, and independently from an AOS. I level maintenance will support an engine repair shop, propeller repair (build up and balance), tire and wheel build up, and warehouse storage (50,000SqFt (Threshold) 75,000SqFt (Objective)) for aircraft parts and supplies. The primary focus of the I-level maintenance is to produce ready-for-issue (RFI) parts. CBP is the owner of several P-3 Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) tooling that are still being used today as part of the I Level maintenance activities.

CBP requires a contractor capable of providing a Material Management/Inventory Control Point (ICP) for the MPA aircraft to oversee the logistical requirements.

CBP has a requirement for all contract employees to favorably pass a CBP Background Investigation (BI). For specific positions working with Radar systems and cryptographic equipment, employees will also be required to obtain a DOD Clearance.

Performance of this requirement is at the Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) or higher level.

CBP will provide a Maintenance Management system (CBP owned IT system) to record all financial, maintenance, material management, and property requirements to meet regulatory compliance.

Contractor will be required to use CBP issued ID cards and computers to communicate all contract requirements.

REQUESTED INFORMATION

• Address the company’s capabilities and experience performing civil and/or military maintenance, logistical, and engineering support in accordance with DoD (NAVAIR) and FAA policies/guidelines on P-3 and/or DHC-8 aircraft.

• Provide feedback, concerns, and/or recommendations regarding the requirements provided in the attached DRAFT Performance Work Statement (PWS), DRAFT Appendices, DRAFT Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan.

• Address the company’s strategy (joint venture, subcontracting, teaming, etc.) for fulfilling any gaps in capabilities to meet requirements described in the DRAFT PWS.

• CBP anticipates a hybrid contract consisting of firm fixed price (FFP), cost reimbursable with no fee, and other cost type contract line items (CLINS). FFP will be used for facilities and program management, which will include the personnel cost for the program management team. Cost Plus Incentive Fee (CPIF) will be used for site maintenance and logistics to encourage timely aircraft readiness. Cost Reimbursable with No Fee (CR) will be used for other direct costs (travel, training, transportation, parts, and equipment). Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) will be used for repair services and subcontracts for major part repairs (engines, propellers, and radar). Provide feedback, concerns, and/or recommendations regarding these contract type selections.

• CBP anticipates incentive fees that focus primarily on operational and logistical metrics.

Provide feedback, concerns, and/or recommendations regarding metrics described in the attached DRAFT Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).

• CBP intends to employ Earned Value Management in the resultant contract. Provide feedback, concerns and / or recommendations regarding this inclusion. Requirements are outlined in the PWS.

Responses Responses to the RFI should be submitted in Microsoft WORD or Adobe PDF format and shall be limited to 25 pages in length. The responses may be submitted by a secure file upload through CBP Box.com, provided they are received by the cut-off date shown in the SAM.gov announcement.

They must be directed to the CBP Procurement Office.

The first page of the response will provide: (1) company name; (2) address; (3) company business type (large or small); and company contact for questions and/or to schedule follow-on discussions.

Company contacts information shall include name, title, phone number, fax number, and e-mail address.

Industry Communications AMO representatives may or may not choose to meet with respondents. If communications occur, they would be intended to obtain additional clarification on the potential capability of a company to meet the requirements contained herein, or the benefits and risks of the options under consideration.

Any discussions would be with individual respondents and not with all or groups of companies.

Submission of Questions Question submission cut-off date is close of business Washington DC local time on April 10, 2024.

Questions regarding this RFI shall be submitted in writing via a secure file upload (see link below) through CBP Box.com. Submission of questions through any other means will not be accepted. The Government does not guarantee that questions received after April 10, 2024 will be answered.

Submission of RFI Responses Submission of RFI responses cut-off date is close of business Washington DC local time, on April 26, 2024. Responses to this RFI shall be submitted in writing via a secure file upload (see link below) through CBP Box.com.

Secure Upload through CBP Box All files should utilize the following file naming convention:

sample: CompanyName.CBP-RFI-03272024-001.RFIResponse

The following is your secure CBP Box.com upload link or scan QR code:

https://cbp.app.box.com/f/dcbf10b3f61a41e88db21714a7df08a4

Contact Information Bartek Chwalek US Customs and Border Protection Bartek.M.Chwalek@cbp.dhs.gov

1. Company name

2. RFI number

3. Name of document

CBP-RFI-03272024-001

https://cbp.app.box.com/f/dcbf10b3f61a41e88db21714a7df08a4 mailto:Bartek.M.Chwalek@cbp.dhs.gov