Air Combat Training Systems

Air Force Installation Contracting Center (AFICC) 338 ESS, JBSA-Randolph, TX is conducting an acquisition for Air Combat Training System (ACTS) Services re-competition. This is a pre-solicitation notice to provide non-personal services for ACTS at Luke AFB, AZ and Holloman AFB, NM. This synopsis of proposed contract action is for planning purposes only and does not commit the government to pay for any information, issue a solicitation, issue a request for proposal, request for quote, or invitation for bid or award a contract.  This synopsis is not to be construed as a commitment by the government.  Any costs incurred as a result of a response to this announcement shall be borne by the firm and will not be charged to the government for reimbursement.  (Note: The description herein is a summary of the required services and is not intended to be all-inclusive).

ACTS is a computer-based data communication and tracking network comprised of data and voice communication circuits, computer hardware, computer software, electronic circuity, and electromechanical devices. The overall mission is to provide an integrated realistic training environment in support of on-site and off-site aircrew/ground support crew training.  The need for continued service will enable the ACTS mission to keep abreast of real-world threats through cutting edge training, operation, maintenance, sustainment, and technical support for ACTS.  The environment to support ACTS takes place on ranges operated on Federal installations with numerous military components. The ACTS services required are not of the type offered and/or sold competitively in substantial quantities in the commercial markets. The commercial industry has not developed the unique combination of skill sets required to support, operate, and maintain an active live fire military range. The service provider shall operate, maintain, and repair the ACTS mission at Luke AFB, AZ, Gila Bend Auxiliary Field, AZ, and Holloman AFB, NM.  Therefore, it was hereby determined to procure the requirement as a non-commercial, non-personal services acquisition utilizing the policies and procedures in FAR Part 15, Contracting by Negotiation.