Air Surveillance for Western Range Space Launch Support
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA4610-SS-0002
- Agency
-
Air Force Space Command
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 488190 Other Support Activities for Air Transportation
- Place of performance
- California 93437, United States
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About this opportunity
The Department of the Air Force Space Command, specifically the 30th Contracting Squadron and 2nd Range Operations Squadron, is conducting market research to identify potential contractors for aircraft surveillance support services for Western Range Space Launch operations. The primary objective is to secure emergency air support capabilities including weather surveillance, onshore and offshore range clearance, and security services. Contractors must be prepared to provide multiple aircraft types with specific technical capabilities, including a helicopter for land/offshore clearance, an instrumented weather surveillance aircraft, and a multi-engine range clearance aircraft. The market research is voluntary and does not constitute a formal solicitation, with interested parties required to submit responses to the contracting officials by 4:00 P.M. PST on February 7, 2025. Respondents are expected to provide detailed information about their capabilities, potential teaming arrangements, and past performance, with responses limited to five pages.
The procurement is classified under NAICS code 488190 (Other Support Activities for Air Transportation) with a business size standard of $40,000,000, indicating no specific small business set-aside. The anticipated contract period is from April 8, 2025, through April 7, 2027, consisting of one base year with two six-month option periods. Aircraft providers must meet stringent requirements, including pilots with minimum 1,500 flight hours, 24-hour notice availability, and compliance with FAA regulations. Cancellation charges will be structured based on notification timing, ranging from no charge with 48+ hours notice to a three-hour charge for day-of-launch standby cancellations. While no specific award value is mentioned, the comprehensive technical requirements and multi-year performance period suggest a potentially significant contract opportunity for qualified aviation service providers.
Notice text
THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT ONLY. The 30th Contracting Squadron is conducting market research to determine interest and capability of potential sources. This notice does not constitute a commitment by the Government. All information submitted in response to this announcement is voluntary, and 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.
The 2nd Range Operations Squadron (2ROPS)/Western Range (WR) requires the capability to obtain aircraft surveillance support services in the event of an emergency or non-availability of exiting aircraft to support its operations. These services include weather surveillance, onshore and offshore range clearance, and security in support of Space Launch efforts.
The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is anticipated to be 488190: Other Support Activities for Air Transportation. The applicable business size standard is $40,000,000.
Interested parties are requested to address the questions in Attachment 2 - Market Research Questionnaire. Respondents are also encouraged to submit information regarding commercial practices that the Government should consider implementing for this acquisition.
As noted in the Market Research Questionnaire, the Government requests interested parties submit a brief description of capabilities, anticipated teaming arrangements, and a description of similar services offered to the Government and to commercial customers. Any responses involving teaming arrangements should delineate between the work that will be accomplished by the prime and the work accomplished by the teaming partners. All information received in response to this announcement that is marked "Proprietary" will be handled accordingly. Responses will not be returned. Please limit your response to no more than five (5) pages inclusive of the Market Research Questionnaire.
This Sources Sought Announcement is solely for informational and planning purposes only and is not a solicitation or Request for Quote. Please send Attachment 2 responses to: Contract Specialist, jeffrey.weeks.5@spaceforce.mil and Contracting Officer, james.hluska@spaceforce.mil@spaceforce.mil no later than 4:00 P.M. PST on February 7, 2025.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Attachment 1 - SOW Air Surveillance.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment 2 - Market Research Questionnaire.docx | DOCX document |
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