RFI_Flight_Planning_&_Ground_Handling.pdf

Request for Information (RFI)/Sources Sought Notice (SSN)

DJM-17-A37-Q-0211

Title: Flight Planning & Ground Handling

Classification Code: V- Transportation, Travel & Relocation Services

NAICS Code: 488119

Primary POC: Victor J. Stamps, Contracting Officer, Victor.J.Stamps@usdoj.gov

The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS), Justice Prisoner and Alien Transportation System (JPATS) is seeking information from responsible sources and commercial agencies concerning flight planning and ground handling services. Primarily JPATS flight operations are conducted domestically; however, the contractor shall be capable of providing operational services and support to administer the flight planning and ground handling requirements for JPATS fleet of aircraft both domestically and internationally.

Introduction: The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS), Justice Prisoner and Alien Transportation System (JPATS) - Air Operations - Oklahoma City OK, is issuing this Request for Information (RFI)/ Sources Sought Notice (SSN) as part of market research for the procurement of Flight Planning & Ground Handling services. This RFI/SSN is published for market research purposes. It is a market research tool used to determine the availability and adequacy of potential small business sources prior to determining the method of acquisition and issuance of an award. It is for information and planning purposes only at this time and shall not be construed as a solicitation or as an obligation on the part of the U.S. Marshals Service/Justice Prisoner and Alien Transportation Service

(USMS/JPATS).

Purpose: The USMS/JPATS is conducting market research and is seeking written responses with information to assist the Government with identifying potential sources that are interested in and capable of performing the work described in the draft Statement of Work (SOW). The Government is also seeking to obtain industry comments and questions regarding the planned SOW.

Contract Requirements: The Government intends to procure flight planning and ground handling services. The contractor shall provide access to a PC based graphical interface to a flight planning engine that provides specific performance and operational criteria to create the most efficient aircraft routing and flight level selection between any two points worldwide.

Period of Performance: The period of performance is for a base period of twelve (12) months (October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2018) and four (4) additional one-year option periods for renewal, at the discretion of the government.

Capabilities Package: The Government is interested in feedback from the commercial market on the sources that may be available and capable of fulfilling this requirement.

Vendors are asked to respond with documentation outlining their capabilities and provide feedback on the capabilities listed within this RFI/SSN. Submit your company's experience, qualifications and abilities to meet the requirements listed. The Government would like to see proposed capabilities, concepts, or feedback presented through capabilities packages, websites, certificates or PowerPoint briefs.

mailto:Victor.J.Stamps@usdoj.gov

Request for Information (RFI)/Sources Sought Notice (SSN)

The capability package for this RFI/SSN is not expected to be a proposal, but rather statements regarding the company's existing experience in relation to the areas specified in the attached Statement of Work (SOW). In addition to submitting your capabilities, please respond to this announcement by completing the Market Research Questionnaire.

All interested small businesses shall submit their capabilities packages demonstrating their ability and experience in providing the services in accordance with the attached Draft Statement of Work. Small business organizations that are certified and qualified as a small business concern are highly encouraged to submit their capabilities packages.

Response to Sources Sought: Capabilities packages, information and/or feedback shall be submitted (via e-mail) to the POC listed above not later than 11:00 am CST, July 13, 2017. Any questions concerning this announcement shall be in writing (e-mail) to the POC listed. No telephone calls will be accepted.

DISCLAIMER: Market research is being conducted to determine the interest and capability of potential sources for this requirement. All information submitted in response to this announcement is voluntary, the government will not pay for information requested, nor will it compensate any respondent for any cost incurred in developing information provided to the government.

Submitting information does not bind the Government for any future contracts resulting from this RFI/SSN. The findings from this market research effort may impact future solicitations related to this requirement. This RFI/SSN is not a solicitation or Request for Proposal as defined by FAR 2.101, and the Government is not requesting offers or proposals at this time. Any responses to this RFI/SSN will not be accepted to form a binding contract. This is a market survey for planning purposes and no award will be made as a result of this. If a solicitation is issued, the Government does not guarantee that it will be issued to RFI/SSN respondents. The Government may use the information provided to develop a comprehensive acquisition strategy and solicitation. Responses shall not include proprietary information.

If information or capabilities packages are not received from at least two (2) capable small business concerns by the response date or if the Government determines that no small businesses are capable of performing this requirement based upon an evaluation of the capabilities packages and information submitted; this requirement may be solicited under an unrestricted basis.

NOTE: All Offerors who provide goods or services to the United States Federal Government must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database found at https://www.sam.gov. Registration must include Representations and Certifications.

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