C-21_CLS_RFI___2.pdf

C‐21 Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) Request for Information #2

This market survey is being conducted to identify potential sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements for C-21. Contractors responding to this market research 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 document below contains a description of the US Government C-21 aircraft CLS services requirement and a Contractor Capability Survey. The survey allows Contractors to provide their company’s capability to meet the requirements of this potential contracting effort.

2. If, after reviewing this document, 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. Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research.

Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged. Identify any areas of work your organization believes should be broken out exclusively for Small Business.

4. Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed to.

AFLCMC/WLK

Attn: Matthew Tonay 3001 Staff Drive Tinker AFB, OK 73145

(405) 739-4148 matthew.tonay.1@us.af.mil

5. All responses must be in writing (electronic email responses are preferred); no telephone calls or facsimile will be accepted for responses. All responses must be received no later than 1600 CST, 14 June 2018. Contractors not responding to this RFI will not be precluded from participation in any future solicitation, if issued.

PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION:

The purpose of this announcement is for Market Research in accordance with (IAW) Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10 and is issued IAW Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 15.201(e). This is not a solicitation for proposals; no contract shall be awarded from this announcement. No reimbursement shall be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this announcement or for any follow up information requests. Nothing shall be construed herein or through this market research process to commit or obligate the Government to further action as a result of this research.

Description: CLS of the C-21 aircraft includes all support actions required for operating and maintaining the aircraft, aircraft subsystems, and support equipment. The CLS system includes all aircraft maintenance and personnel, materials and inspections, launch and recovery of the aircraft at the Main Operating Bases (MOB) and any other Deployment Operating Locations (DOLs) worldwide, supply of all Contractor owned spares and support equipment through a Contractor Owned and Maintained Parts (COMP); repair and overhaul of all repairable spares at Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certified repair stations; maintenance and repair of all support equipment; aircraft paint; engine repair and overhaul. These actions include supply, procurement, production control, quality control, component failure reports, and acquisition of commercial data. This effort includes additional support, as over and above tasks, engineering services including development, test and FAA certification of modifications, and installation of modifications, depot maintenance support, field team support (worldwide), aircraft crash investigations, and damage repair. Establish and maintain agreements with the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) for data and technical support to maintain the C-21 aircraft.

The Government also requires information for: quality, contract funds status, consumption and usage, service engineering reports, subscription services for technical manual updates and service actions. CLS includes organizational and depot level maintenance, data, Contractor Operated and Maintained Base Supply (COMBS), and modification design and installation support, as well as launch and recovery of the C-21 aircraft at their MOBs and any other DOLs worldwide. The Contractor will provide all support required to fulfill this requirement, including but not limited to labor, materials, tools, equipment, parts, and transportation. All records, files, documents, and work papers provided by the Government or generated by the Contractor in support of the contract are Government property.

The C-21 fleet consists of nineteen (19) Learjet Model 35A aircraft. The primary mission of the C-21 aircraft is to provide transportation of United States Government personnel, cargo, and other personnel worldwide. Secondary missions identified for the C-21 aircraft include USAF pilot training/upgrade and medical evacuation, with the exception of aircraft stationed at Ramstein Air Base (AB), GE, whose primary mission is medical evacuation. The C-21's have two (2) Garrett TFE- 731-2-2B turbofan engines that are pod-mounted on the sides of the rear fuselage with a maximum takeoff weight of 18,300 pounds. The swept-back wings have hydraulically actuated single-slotted flaps. The aircraft has a retractable tricycle landing gear, single steerable nose gear and multiple-disc hydraulic brakes. The C-21 is piloted by a two (2) person crew (pilot and co-pilot); can carry eight (8) passengers, and forty two (42) cubic feet (1.26 cubic meters) of cargo. The fuel capacity of the C-21 is 931 gallons (3,537.8 liters) carried in wing tanks, wingtip tanks, and a fuselage bladder tank. The safety and operational capabilities of the C-21 are increased by the autopilot, color weather radar and Tactical Air Navigation system, as well as High Frequency, Very High Frequency and Ultra High Frequency radios.

Place of Contract Performance: Currently Peterson AFB, Andrews AFB, Scott AFB, Ramstein AB GE, and one Forward Location

NOTE: Peterson aircraft transferring to Scott AFB Jun 2018. Andrews AFB aircraft projected to transfer to Scott AFB in FY19

Duration of the contract ordering period: 2 year basic with 8 one-year options

Technical Data: Some technical data required to respond to the sources sought synopsis or solicitation will not be furnished as part of the sources sought synopsis or solicitation. The technical data may be obtained by submitting a valid, completed DD2345 form to the PCO, Matthew Tonay, via email at matthew.tonay.1@us.af.mil.

Equipment and technical data generated or delivered under this contract are controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR), 22 CFR Chapter 1, Subchapter M parts 120-

130. An export license is required before assigning any foreign source to perform work under this contract or before granting access to foreign persons to any equipment and technical data generated or delivered during performance (see 22 CFR Chapter 1, Section 125). National Interest Determinations will not be processed for this solicitation or contract award for a prime or any subcontractors. The solicitation will contain the following clauses DFAR 252.209-7001 Disclosure of Ownership or control by the Government of a Terrorist Country, DFAR 252.209- 7002 Disclosure of Ownership or Control by a Foreign Government, and DFAR 252.204-7008 Export-Controlled Items “A current, valid, completed DD2345 form will be required for release of technical information related to this solicitation and resulting contract.”

Export Controlled Data: This acquisition does involve technology that has a military application. The only US contractors who may participate are those that are certified and registered with the Defense Logistics Information Service (DLIS) (1-800-352-3572) and have a legitimate business purpose. US contractors shall submit a copy of their current, approved DD Form 2345 with their request for solicitation. The form, including instructions for completing the form, is available at http://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/forms/dd/dd2345.pdf. The solicitation/data package will be sent to the data custodian identified in block 3 of the DD Form 2345. Nothing in this notice contradicts other restrictions, identified in the synopsis notice or solicitation, regarding eligible sources. Foreign participation is not authorized.

Facility Clearance Information: The offeror, and subcontractors as required, must possess or acquire prior to award a facility clearance equal to the highest classification specification (DD254) attached to the solicitation and be entitled to COMSEC information without additional authorization (i.e. National Interest Determination (NID)). Therefore, all facility clearances must be approved and Foreign Ownership Control or Influence (FOCI) issues must be mitigated prior to award. The Industrial Security Facilities Database (ISFD) will be used to verify facility clearances. The Government is not obligated to hold discussions nor delay award awaiting an offeror to complete this requirement. At this time, the highest classification specification on the DD254 is expected to be SECRET.

Service Contract Act: The Service Contract Act applies to this requirement.

Technical Library: The technical library will be available upon request and with a valid DD Form 2345. Please see above in the technical data section for the point of contact to obtain access. The technical library will be maintained on www.fbo.gov. The technical library will contain Government unique manuals for the aircraft, minimum equipment lists (MELs), and paint drawings. A nondisclosure form will also be required.

Foreign Participation: Foreign participation is not authorized

Note: The government may not have complete and adequate data, special materials, facilities, tooling, or test equipment which may be required in the performance of the contract. This will be a performance based contract where the contractor is required to supply all data, special materials, facilities, tooling, parts, test equipment, etc. to perform the requirements of the Performance Work Statement.

QUESTION(S):

a. Subcontracting: For market research purposes, the Government wants to know the total amount your company plans (or estimates) on subcontracting for this effort.

1. Whether your company is a large business or a small business, what is the total percentage of the C-21 CLS effort your company estimates to be subcontracted whether to a large business or small business? Please provide a breakdown of percentages of subcontracting to large business and small business.