Response_to_Questions_for_Solicitation_M00681.docx

Response to Questions for Combined Synopsis/Solicitation M00681-15-T-0077

Question: Is there a current contract that supports this activity that is expiring?

Answer: No, this a new requirement that has been recently identified to support Dawn Blitz, Command Post Exercises, and Fleet Synthetic Training Joint (FST-J) exercise events.

Question: If so, what company currently provides this training?

Answer: Not applicable, this is a new requirement.

Question: The SBA small business limit is under $12M, how was the small business set aside determined?

Answer: The contracting officer determined this acquisition is reserved exclusively for small business concerns based on the estimated dollar amount and the reasonable expectation of obtaining offers from two or more small business concerns.

Question: What hardware/systems is anticipated that will be used for the training?

Answer: Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data Systems, Blue Force Tracker, Joint Tactical COP Work Station, Tactical COP server, Command, Control, and Personal Computer, SharePoint, Joint Automated Deep Operations System, MAKO chat, Defense Connect Online, and Collaboration at Sea.

Question: Is there any outlines or written materials for specific training sessions?

Answer: Please refer to section 6.2 of the PWS.

Question: Is this a follow-on requirement? If so, could you please provide the incumbent contract number for this opportunity? If not, is this a new requirement?

Answer: No, this is not a follow on requirement. This is a new requirement that has been recently identified to support Dawn Blitz, Command Post Exercises, and Fleet Synthetic Training Joint (FST-J) exercise events.