FA8802-24-R-0005-Q_A 6-12-2024.xlsx
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- Solicitation number
- FA8802-24-R-0005
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Department of the Air Force
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This document is a compilation of questions and answers related to a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) solicitation issued by the United States Space Force (USSF) Assured Access to Space (AATS) Directorate of Operations (AA3) for innovative commercial products, technologies, or services to address NSSL space vehicle processing capacity needs.
The key details are:
- The CSO seeks solutions to increase processing capacity at both Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) and Vandenberg Space Force Base (VSFB) with up to $80M in FY24 funding available.
- Offerors may submit one proposal per CSO topic (1A, 1B, 2) and can propose solutions spanning multiple projects or locations.
- Phase I proposals are due by 31 May 2024 and should include a rough order of magnitude (ROM) cost estimate. Phase II will involve oral presentations, and Phase III will be a request for proposal (RFP).
- The government values solutions that can provide processing services for more than one NSSL launch service provider. Greenfield solutions that avoid disruption to existing constrained infrastructure are also of interest.
- No model contract will be provided, and the government will evaluate proposals to determine fair and reasonable pricing.
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| FA8802-24-R-0005-Q_A 5_16_24.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| CSO NSSL Space Vehicle Processing - Amendment 0001 (Tracked Changes).docx | DOCX document | |
| CSO NSSL Space Vehicle Processing - Amendment 0001 5_16_24.pdf | ||
| Q_A Template.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| CSO NSSL Space Vehicle Processing.pdf |
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Round 1 Q&A
| QUESTIONS & ANSWERS | ||||
| Number | Page | Section | Question | Answer |
| 1 | General | We have unique solutions addresses specific aspects of SV Processing issue, are we limited to one Submission? | One submission per CSO Topic, to include Topic 1A, Topic 1B, and Topic 2. | |
| 2 | 4 | 4.1 | The CSO states that “The Government encourages proposals that span a wide spectrum of possible technical and business solutions in response to the specific technology topics stated in Attachment 8.” |
With this in mind, may Offerors submit multiple proposals to address different projects (up to and including projects on different Coasts)? Alternatively, may Offerors submit a single proposal that includes multiple different projects?
| One submission per CSO Topic, to include Topic 1A, Topic 1B, and Topic 2. | ||||
| 3 | Att 01 | Are the slides Standard or Widescreen, 8.5x11 or Tabloid | Standard, 8.5x11 | |
| 4 | 7 | AAT1, PPT Briefing and Quad Chart Format | What size ppt slides do you want: Standard (4x3) or Widescreen (16x9)? | Standard (4x3) |
| 5 | 1.2 | Section 1.2: Increased SV Processing Capability. The USSF has identified the need for additional capacity at both Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) and Vandenberg Space Force Base (VSFB). Is the priority from a timing perspective, more acute at one of the locations? | The Government values solutions at both CCSFS and VSFB. | |
| 6 | 1 | 1.3 | How do you define "near-term" and "long-term" in the context of payload processing capacity solutions? | Near-Term: within 2 years; Long-term: beyond 2 years. |
| 7 | 2 | 1.3 | The CSO states the government is “seeking to invest up to $80M in FY24 (future years to be determined).” Since any awards from the CSO may occur no earlier than the final months of FY24, should we assume that investments of the $80M could also be made in FY25 (in addition to any other future year funding)? | This CSO may use multiple appropriations and sources of funding, depending on the scope of the proposals received. The Govt's initial funding is 2-year appropriation, available for obligation through 30 Sep 2025. |
| 8 | 2 | 4.2 | What type and color of funding is available? | This CSO may use multiple appropriations and sources of funding, depending on the scope of the proposals received. The Govt's initial funding is 2-year appropriation, available for obligation through 30 Sep 2025. |
| 9 | 2 | 4.2 | When is the expected award date? (This is germane to how we build our high-level schedule.) | See amended CSO for updated timeline. |
| 10 | 4 | 4.2 | Will the Government delete the blank bullet or provide the missing text? | Yes, blank bullet deleted. |
| 11 | 5 | 5.2 | This section indicates that contractors must comply with the DD Form 254. Can the Government provide the DD Form 254? | A draft DD 254 will be sent out with Phase III RFP. |
| 12 | 4 | 6.3 | Does the Government expect Phase I submissions to contain ROM estimates? | Yes, see amended CSO Attachment 1, Quad Chart format. The ROM shall be reflected in the funding table at lower right. Additional rows and text should be used as necessary to delineate Govt and Private funding proposed. |
| 13 | Attachment 1 | In Attachment 1, the Quad Chart's lower right quadrant has 'Proposed Funding ($M)' to be populated only if capital is coming from private equities. Would private equity funding by the offeror receive more or less favorable evaluation than self-funding? | Please see amended Quad Chart table instructions. The Government will be utilizing the evaluation process described in CSO Attachment 7. | |
| 14 | 7 | ATT1, Quad Chart | If our proposed solution does NOT include private equity funding--only Government funding (up to $80M)--do we still include this section on "Proposed Funding" with the accompanying five-year table? | Yes, include the table (as depicted with $000 entries) with explanatory text. |
| 15 | 7 | 6.7 | For the Phase III proposal, can offerors have at least 45 calendar days to respond? | See amended CSO for updated timeline. |
| 16 | 6.8 | Section 6.8, states that proposals need not be evaluated against each other since they are not submitted in response to a common performance work statement or statement of work. In that context, can the Government please clarify how the Defense Commerical Solutions Opening price shall be considered to the extent appropriate, but at a minimum, to determine that the price is fair and reasonable for the Cost deliverable in Phase III? Does the Government have a minimum baseline solution that the Defense Commerical Solutions Opening price is based on? | The Government does not have a minimum baseline solution, but will evaluate proposed solutions as described in CSO Attachment 7. Additional pricing information may be requested in Phase III. |
| 17 | 8 | 6.9 | Is the Government open to reconsidering or lowering its Subcontracting Goals and Requirements? Offerors may leverage existing facilities and/or internal efficiencies with less subcontracting opportunities. | See section 6.9 for Subcontracting requirements. Subcontracting goals are set by SAF/SB. If the subcontract plan proposed is not in accordance with the set goals substantial explanation/rationale shall be provided. |
| 18 | 11 | Attachment 4 | Will the Government clarify what portions of the proposal are not included within the page limitations (e.g., cover page, table of contents, list of figures, list of tables, and acronym list)? | Yes, see amended CSO. |
| 19 | 15 | Attachment 6 | Within the Scope section, will the Government change “Provide a detailed project schedule that outlines the various phases of work to be accomplished within the proposed period of performance.” to “Provide a graphic display of major program milestones.” This change is consistent with MIL-HDBK-245D DoD Handbook for the Preparation of Statement of Work (SOW) pg. 20. | Yes, see amended CSO. |
| 20 | 17 | Attachment 7 | Will the Government change the criteria from “Funds availability” to “Funds proposed?" Contractors can not affect the Government’s funds availability, but only the amount of funds that they are proposing. | The Government will evaluate proposals as described in CSO Attachment 7, which includes considering the availability of both Govt and private funding, as well as the potential for additional future funding. |
| 21 | 17 | Attachment 7 | If evaluated "Not Selectable" or "Selectable" for any proposal phase, will the Government provide Offerors feedback and allow proposal revisions? | No. Any feedback or revisions which may be required would happen during the Phase II process on a case-by-case basis. |
| 22 | 18 | Attachment 8 | Will the Government change (2 places) from “This capacity will enable SV processing services for all NSSL launch service providers,” to “This capacity will be evaluated more favorably if it provides SV processing services for more than one NSSL launch service provider,” The Government should not preclude the possibility of funding capacity increases that may benefit a subset of NSSL launch service providers, since it is in the Government’s best interests to reduce capacity demand on other processing services (e.g., Astrotech, EPF) available to NSSL launch service providers. | No. |
| 23 | 18 | Attachment 8 | Does the Government find value in greenfield solutions that would increase range capacity while avoiding the disruption associated with expansion on infrastructure which is already capacity constrained? | Yes. Reference CSO Attachment 8, Topic 1. |
| 24 | N/A | N/A | When does the Government intend to release a sample model contract for this effort? | The Government does not intend to provide a model contract. |
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| QUESTIONS & ANSWERS | ||||
| Number | Page | Section | Question | Answer |
| Additional question received 17 May: | ||||
| 25 | N/A | N/A | Q: To determine the adequacy of our proposed solution we respectfully request that the SV Processing Team provide a Space Vehicle Launch rate forecast for both the Eastern and Western ranges. It would most helpful if the forecast would break down the i) class of satellite by size, ii) number of launches by quarter, and iii) cover a ten (10) year period beginning with Fiscal Year 2025. | Projected average USSF launch rates are approximately 8 WR missions and 9 ER missions per year across the FYDP (2025-2030). |
| Additional question received 04 June: | ||||
| 26 | 8 | ATT 3 | How many members of our team may attend the Phase 2 oral pitch session and be present in the room? | Three if attending in person, unlimited if attending virtually. |
| 27 | 8 | ATT3 | Will the Government prescribe an agenda? | If invited to a Phase 2 pitch session, an agenda will be sent with the invitation. |
| 28 | 8 | ATT3 | Where will the in-person pitch session occur? | CCSFS HQ Bldg, Bldg 85125, First Floor Conference Room, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 |
| 29 | 8 | ATT3 | When will Phase 2 invitations be sent? (to facilitate travel planning) | No later than 28 June 2024. |
| 30 | 8 | ATT3 | When will the requests for "an additional written submission" be sent? | No later than 28 June 2024. |
| 31 | 8 | ATT3 | How many teams will be selected for Phase 2 | To be determined based on the government’s evaluation of Phase 1 submissions and whether the government believes a Phase 2 presentation can assist it in determining if an offeror should be extended a Phase 3 invitation at this time. |
| 32 | 8 | ATT3 | Has the Government established any capacity goals? | Projected average USSF launch rates are approximately 8 WR missions and 9 ER missions per year across the FYDP (2025-2030). |
| Additional question received 05 June: | ||||
| 33 | As no documentation related to this solicitation has changed, including the date for briefings for Phase 2 Pitch Session Oral presentations currently stated as June 18-21, 2024, please advise what the intent of the change was and if submissions provided that met the original 31 May 2024 date remain valid for this update. | Phase 1 submissions submitted by the 31 May due date specified in paragraph 6.3 of the CSO remain valid. Phase 2 pitch sessions are being tentatively rescheduled for 8-12 July 2024. | ||
| Additional questions received 06 June: | ||||
| 34 | We noticed the Date Offers Due for CSO FA8802-24-R-0005 was changed to 30 September 2024 yesterday. Does this change apply to the due date for the Phase I proposal? If so, can you share 1) what is driving such a lengthy extension, and 2) whether SSC would accept updated Phase I proposals from offerors who submitted their Phase 1 proposals IAW the original due date? | Phase 1 submissions submitted by the 31 May due date specified in paragraph 6.3 of the CSO remain valid. | ||
| 35 | N/A | N/A | Is the Updated Date Offers Due in SAM.Gov of Sep 30, 2024 for Phase 1 submissions? If so, if a Contractor has already submitted for Phase 1, can it submit an update if desired? | The new date is associated with subsequent phases, extending the active period of the SAM record. No updated Phase 1 submissions will be accepted. |
| 36 | 7 | 6.3 | Will all of the Submission/Evaluation Round due dates be revised per the Updated Date Offers Due of Sep 30, 2024? E.g. when should Contractors expect Phase 3 RFP Invitiations to be sent and Anticipated Award Date | Phase 2 invitations will be sent by 28 June, for oral presentations tentatively scheduled 8-12 July at CCSFS. |
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@MANSHIP, CHARLES A II CTR USSF SSC SSC/SAD Update date as needed
| Additional questions received 10 June: | ||||
| 37 | NA | General Information | How does the updated "Date Offers Due" posted to SAM.gov on 5 June 2024 impact the rest of the timeline? Will phase 2 pitch sessions still go 18-20 June or has everything shifted beyond the new submission date of 30 September? | The new date is associated with subsequent phases, extending the active period of the SAM record. No updated Phase 1 submissions will be accepted. |
| 38 | 8 | ATT3 | Are Phase 2 briefing materials due to the Government I advance? If so, when? | If a company is invited to make a Phase 2 presentation, the government will provide instructions for additional written materials and a due date. |
| 39 | 8 | ATT3 | When will selected repondents be notified to skip Phase 2 and proceed directly to Phase 3? | No later than 6 Aug 2024. |
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