Air Turbine Starter Test Stands

*****QUESTION & ANSWERS*****
Additional Q & As are being posted, new Q & As start at #151
Amendment -0003 will be posted NLT COB 2 November 2018, in order to revise Attachment J-4, SOW.
****NOTICE OF AMENDMENT FA8224-18-R-0020-0002****
Amendment FA8224-18-R-0020-0002 is being executed in order to accomplish the following:
(1) Correct Section J, Attachment J-7 to reflect the correct NSN
(2) Correct Sections L and M to reflect the updated revision date within the footer; (no other changes have been made to Section L)
(3) Correct Section M, paragraph 2.4, Subfactor 1, from "Critical System Design Elements" to "System Design"
Additional Information:
(1) A copy of TO 00-5-3 (rev 4 June 2018) is being posted; this document is cited within TM-86-01P
(2) Additional Q & As are being posted; new Q & As start at #148
***NOTICE OF AMENDMENT FOR ATSTS & SITE VISITS***
Amendment FA8224-18-R-0020-0001 is being executed in order to accomplish the following:
(1) The proposal due date has been extended to 3pm MST (local Utah time), on Tuesday, 13 November, 2018.
(2) Section J has been updated to include TM-86-01P which is applicable to Attachment J-5 (specific to A018) and Attachment J-7 (A007).
(3) Section L has been corrected as follows:
* Paragraph 4.0, Subfactor 2, submission instructions should reference SOW paragraph 3.8, not 3.7.1.3
* Paragraph 4.0, Subfactor 4, Removal and Installation Plan, should reference SOW paragaph 3.3.9, not 3.4.9
(4) Section L has been revised as follows:
* Offer Acceptance Days instruction of 280 calendar days has been removed. Please adhere to the proposal validity instructions at Section L, paragraph 1.2.
(5) Section M has been corrected as follows:
* Paragraph 2.4, Subfactor 2, subfactor evaluation should reference SOW paragraph 3.8, not 3.7.1.3
* Paragraph 2.4, Subfactor 3, Data Acquisition and Controls, should reference PD#001 paragraphs 3.8.1 and 3.8.12, not all of 3.8
* Paragraph 2.4, Subfactor 3, Software Requirements, should reference PD#001 paragraphs 3.10.2, 3.10.3, 3.10.6, 3.10.7, and 3.10.8, not all of 3.10
* Paragraph 2.4, Subfactor 4, Removal and Installation Plan, should reference SOW paragraph 3.3.9, not 3.4.9
Site Visits:
Based on contractor feedback, a final site visit will be held to enable inspection and measurement of applicable facilities for those offerors participating in the ATSTS requirement. Please note the following:
(1) Contractors and subcontractors ARE NOT allowed into the Air Turbine testing rooms and associated mechanical rooms at any time during the duration of the ATSTS source selection except for the designated site visit date.
(2) Site visits will be conducted on Monday, 29 October 2018. This will be the ONLY day for visits.
(3) An escort will be provided; however, no questions relating to the requirement will be permitted.
(4) The maximum allotted time for the visit will be one hour.
(5) Email Shawna Dudis at shawna.dudis@us.af.mil for your designated visit time.
(6) Only those contractors which have previously submitted a DD2345 in accordance with the solicitation instructions will be permitted to participate in the site visit. (Subcontractors of a particular prime may also participate as long as the prime has met this requirement.)
**NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR ATSTS**
The documentation associated with the solicitation for the Air Turbine Starter Test Stands requirement at Hill Air Force Base, UT is attached herein. The complete RFP includes the following documents:
* Solicitation including Section J, Exhibits & Attachments (J-2 through J-10)
* Section L, Instructions to Offerors
* Section M, Evaluation Factors
Please note the following:
(1) Proposals are due by 3pm MST (local Utah time), on Tuesday, 6 November, 2018.
(2) Proposals shall be delivered in accordance with the instructions listed at Section L, 3.6.
(3) Funds are not presently available for this effort. No award will be made under this solicitation until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date. In the event the Government cancels this solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse an offeror for any costs.
(4) PD #001 has been updated as of 14 Sept 2018. ALL offerors MUST complete the following, INCLUDING offerors which received prior versions of PD #001, in order to access the most up-to-date document: Attachment J-1, PD #001, contains information that has been designated as "export controlled". In order to access this information, offerors must be certified as a U.S. or Canadian contractor by the Joint Certification Program (JCP) administered by the Defense Logistic Information Service (DLIS). Certification requires submission of a DD2345 to the aforementioned agency. Offerors must send a copy of their non-expired, approved DD2345 to both Shawna.Dudis@us.af.mil and Lyndsay.Wilson@us.af.mil in order to receive the official version of Attachment J-1 (dated 14 September 2018) associated with this RFP.

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****NOTICE OF AMENDMENT FA8224-18-R-0020-0002****
Amendment FA8224-18-R-0020-0002 is being executed in order to accomplish the following:
(1) Correct Section J, Attachment J-7 to reflect the correct NSN
(2) Correct Sections L and M to reflect the updated revision date within the footer; (no other changes have been made to Section L)
(3) Correct Section M, paragraph 2.4, Subfactor 1, from "Critical System Design Elements" to "System Design"
Additional Information:
(1) A copy of TO 00-5-3 (rev 4 June 2018) is being posted; this document is cited within TM-86-01P
(2) Additional Q & As are being posted; new Q & As start at #148
***NOTICE OF AMENDMENT FOR ATSTS & SITE VISITS***
Amendment FA8224-18-R-0020-0001 is being executed in order to accomplish the following:
(1) The proposal due date has been extended to 3pm MST (local Utah time), on Tuesday, 13 November, 2018.
(2) Section J has been updated to include TM-86-01P which is applicable to Attachment J-5 (specific to A018) and Attachment J-7 (A007).
(3) Section L has been corrected as follows:
* Paragraph 4.0, Subfactor 2, submission instructions should reference SOW paragraph 3.8, not 3.7.1.3
* Paragraph 4.0, Subfactor 4, Removal and Installation Plan, should reference SOW paragaph 3.3.9, not 3.4.9
(4) Section L has been revised as follows:
* Offer Acceptance Days instruction of 280 calendar days has been removed. Please adhere to the proposal validity instructions at Section L, paragraph 1.2.
(5) Section M has been corrected as follows:
* Paragraph 2.4, Subfactor 2, subfactor evaluation should reference SOW paragraph 3.8, not 3.7.1.3
* Paragraph 2.4, Subfactor 3, Data Acquisition and Controls, should reference PD#001 paragraphs 3.8.1 and 3.8.12, not all of 3.8
* Paragraph 2.4, Subfactor 3, Software Requirements, should reference PD#001 paragraphs 3.10.2, 3.10.3, 3.10.6, 3.10.7, and 3.10.8, not all of 3.10
* Paragraph 2.4, Subfactor 4, Removal and Installation Plan, should reference SOW paragraph 3.3.9, not 3.4.9
Site Visits:
Based on contractor feedback, a final site visit will be held to enable inspection and measurement of applicable facilities for those offerors participating in the ATSTS requirement. Please note the following:
(1) Contractors and subcontractors ARE NOT allowed into the Air Turbine testing rooms and associated mechanical rooms at any time during the duration of the ATSTS source selection except for the designated site visit date.
(2) Site visits will be conducted on Monday, 29 October 2018. This will be the ONLY day for visits.
(3) An escort will be provided; however, no questions relating to the requirement will be permitted.
(4) The maximum allotted time for the visit will be one hour.
(5) Email Shawna Dudis at shawna.dudis@us.af.mil for your designated visit time.
(6) Only those contractors which have previously submitted a DD2345 in accordance with the solicitation instructions will be permitted to participate in the site visit. (Subcontractors of a particular prime may also participate as long as the prime has met this requirement.)
**NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR ATSTS**
The documentation associated with the solicitation for the Air Turbine Starter Test Stands requirement at Hill Air Force Base, UT is attached herein. The complete RFP includes the following documents:
* Solicitation including Section J, Exhibits & Attachments (J-2 through J-10)
* Section L, Instructions to Offerors
* Section M, Evaluation Factors
Please note the following:
(1) Proposals are due by 3pm MST (local Utah time), on Tuesday, 6 November, 2018.
(2) Proposals shall be delivered in accordance with the instructions listed at Section L, 3.6.
(3) Funds are not presently available for this effort. No award will be made under this solicitation until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date. In the event the Government cancels this solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse an offeror for any costs.
(4) PD #001 has been updated as of 14 Sept 2018. ALL offerors MUST complete the following, INCLUDING offerors which received prior versions of PD #001, in order to access the most up-to-date document: Attachment J-1, PD #001, contains information that has been designated as "export controlled". In order to access this information, offerors must be certified as a U.S. or Canadian contractor by the Joint Certification Program (JCP) administered by the Defense Logistic Information Service (DLIS). Certification requires submission of a DD2345 to the aforementioned agency. Offerors must send a copy of their non-expired, approved DD2345 to both Shawna.Dudis@us.af.mil and Lyndsay.Wilson@us.af.mil in order to receive the official version of Attachment J-1 (dated 14 September 2018) associated with this RFP.

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***NOTICE OF AMENDMENT FOR ATSTS & SITE VISITS***
Amendment FA8224-18-R-0020-0001 is being executed in order to accomplish the following:
(1) The proposal due date has been extended to 3pm MST (local Utah time), on Tuesday, 13 November, 2018.
(2) Section J has been updated to include TM-86-01P which is applicable to Attachment J-5 (specific to A018) and Attachment J-7 (A007).
(3) Section L has been corrected as follows:
* Paragraph 4.0, Subfactor 2, submission instructions should reference SOW paragraph 3.8, not 3.7.1.3
* Paragraph 4.0, Subfactor 4, Removal and Installation Plan, should reference SOW paragaph 3.3.9, not 3.4.9
(4) Section L has been revised as follows:
* Offer Acceptance Days instruction of 280 calendar days has been removed. Please adhere to the proposal validity instructions at Section L, paragraph 1.2.
(5) Section M has been corrected as follows:
* Paragraph 2.4, Subfactor 2, subfactor evaluation should reference SOW paragraph 3.8, not 3.7.1.3
* Paragraph 2.4, Subfactor 3, Data Acquisition and Controls, should reference PD#001 paragraphs 3.8.1 and 3.8.12, not all of 3.8
* Paragraph 2.4, Subfactor 3, Software Requirements, should reference PD#001 paragraphs 3.10.2, 3.10.3, 3.10.6, 3.10.7, and 3.10.8, not all of 3.10
* Paragraph 2.4, Subfactor 4, Removal and Installation Plan, should reference SOW paragraph 3.3.9, not 3.4.9
Site Visits:
Based on contractor feedback, a final site visit will be held to enable inspection and measurement of applicable facilities for those offerors participating in the ATSTS requirement. Please note the following:
(1) Contractors and subcontractors ARE NOT allowed into the Air Turbine testing rooms and associated mechanical rooms at any time during the duration of the ATSTS source selection except for the designated site visit date.
(2) Site visits will be conducted on Monday, 29 October 2018. This will be the ONLY day for visits.
(3) An escort will be provided; however, no questions relating to the requirement will be permitted.
(4) The maximum allotted time for the visit will be one hour.
(5) Email Shawna Dudis at shawna.dudis@us.af.mil for your designated visit time.
(6) Only those contractors which have previously submitted a DD2345 in accordance with the solicitation instructions will be permitted to participate in the site visit. (Subcontractors of a particular prime may also participate as long as the prime has met this requirement.)
**NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR ATSTS**
The documentation associated with the solicitation for the Air Turbine Starter Test Stands requirement at Hill Air Force Base, UT is attached herein. The complete RFP includes the following documents:
* Solicitation including Section J, Exhibits & Attachments (J-2 through J-10)
* Section L, Instructions to Offerors
* Section M, Evaluation Factors
Please note the following:
(1) Proposals are due by 3pm MST (local Utah time), on Tuesday, 6 November, 2018.
(2) Proposals shall be delivered in accordance with the instructions listed at Section L, 3.6.
(3) Funds are not presently available for this effort. No award will be made under this solicitation until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date. In the event the Government cancels this solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse an offeror for any costs.
(4) PD #001 has been updated as of 14 Sept 2018. ALL offerors MUST complete the following, INCLUDING offerors which received prior versions of PD #001, in order to access the most up-to-date document: Attachment J-1, PD #001, contains information that has been designated as "export controlled". In order to access this information, offerors must be certified as a U.S. or Canadian contractor by the Joint Certification Program (JCP) administered by the Defense Logistic Information Service (DLIS). Certification requires submission of a DD2345 to the aforementioned agency. Offerors must send a copy of their non-expired, approved DD2345 to both Shawna.Dudis@us.af.mil and Lyndsay.Wilson@us.af.mil in order to receive the official version of Attachment J-1 (dated 14 September 2018) associated with this RFP.

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**NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR ATSTS**
The documentation associated with the solicitation for the Air Turbine Starter Test Stands requirement at Hill Air Force Base, UT is attached herein. The complete RFP includes the following documents:
* Solicitation including Section J, Exhibits & Attachments (J-2 through J-10)
* Section L, Instructions to Offerors
* Section M, Evaluation Factors
Please note the following:
(1) Proposals are due by 3pm MST (local Utah time), on Tuesday, 6 November, 2018.
(2) Proposals shall be delivered in accordance with the instructions listed at Section L, 3.6.
(3) Funds are not presently available for this effort. No award will be made under this solicitation until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date. In the event the Government cancels this solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse an offeror for any costs.
(4) PD #001 has been updated as of 14 Sept 2018. ALL offerors MUST complete the following, INCLUDING offerors which received prior versions of PD #001, in order to access the most up-to-date document: Attachment J-1, PD #001, contains information that has been designated as "export controlled". In order to access this information, offerors must be certified as a U.S. or Canadian contractor by the Joint Certification Program (JCP) administered by the Defense Logistic Information Service (DLIS). Certification requires submission of a DD2345 to the aforementioned agency. Offerors must send a copy of their non-expired, approved DD2345 to both Shawna.Dudis@us.af.mil and Lyndsay.Wilson@us.af.mil in order to receive the official version of Attachment J-1 (dated 14 September 2018) associated with this RFP.

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**NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR ATSTS**
The documentation associated with the solicitation for the Air Turbine Starter Test Stands requirement at Hill Air Force Base, UT is attached herein. The complete RFP includes the following documents:
* Solicitation including Section J, Exhibits & Attachments (J-2 through J-10)
* Section L, Instructions to Offerors
* Section M, Evaluation Factors
Please note the following:
(1) Proposals are due by 3pm MST (local Utah time), on Tuesday, 6 November, 2018.
(2) Proposals shall be delivered in accordance with the instructions listed at Section L, 3.6.
(3) Funds are not presently available for this effort. No award will be made under this solicitation until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date. In the event the Government cancels this solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse an offeror for any costs.
(4) Attachment J-1, PD #001, contains information that has been designated as "export controlled". In order to access this information, offerors must be certified as a U.S. or Canadian contractor by the Joint Certification Program (JCP) administered by the Defense Logistic Information Service (DLIS). Certification requires submission of a DD2345 to the aforementioned agency. Offerors must send a copy of their non-expired, approved DD2345 to both Shawna.Dudis@us.af.mil and Lyndsay.Wilson@us.af.mil in order to receive the official version of Attachment J-1 associated with this RFP.

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UPDATE - Notice of Proposed Contract Action:
**This is a presolicitation synopsis in accordance with FAR Subpart 5.2. This synopsis is to provide potential offerors notice of an upcoming solicitation for Air Turbine Starters Test Stands. Specifics related to this effort are included in the description below along with the attached draft solicitation and draft requirement documents. The solicitation is anticipated to be posted NLT 31 August 2018 and will be posted under the same identifier, FA8224-18-R-0020, on www.fbo.gov. The closing response date for proposal submissions will be 15 October 2018.
Additional documentation has been uploaded for contractor review at this posting. Feedback pertaining to these documents is welcomed and appreciated; please respond NLT COB 17 July 2018.
Please note, FA8224-18-R-0020, replaces the Sources Sought identified as FA8224-16-R-0074.
Post-Industry Days Updates:
Based on contractor feedback, an additional site visit for inspection and measurement of applicable facilities will be permitted for interested vendors. Please note the following:
* This will constitute the final pre-award site visit for potential offerors.
* Site visits must be completed by 31 May 2018.
* An escort will be provided; however, no questions relating to the government requirement will be allowed. Please submit questions that may arise to Shawna Dudis at shawna.dudis@us.af.mil.
* Requests for visits must be submitted to Jaren Williams at jaren.williams.1@us.af.mil.
* The maximum allotted time for a site visit will be three hours.
Pre-Industry Days Information:
This is a synopsis to determine potential sources and elicit feedback from industry regarding the effort identified as Air Turbine Starter (ATS) Test Stands. This notice shall not commit the Government to issue a solicitation, nor to award a contract. Responses submitted by interested parties will not be considered a proposal and the Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by contractors responding to this notice. Copies of submitted information may be reproduced for government review.
The United States Air Force at Ogden Air Logistics Complex is conducting market research seeking capable sources to remove, install, and replace ATS Test Stands. Three existing ATS Test Stands shall be removed and replaced with two new ATS Test Stands that meet the requirements of Purchase Description (PD) #001. In addition, the removal of the existing facility 300psi Air System shall be replaced with a new 125psi Air System meeting the requirements of PD #002; a new 300psi Air System shall be installed in the existing facility meeting the requirements of PD #003. The successful offeror shall provide all necessary equipment, supplies, labor, management, etc. for the entire ATS system in accordance with the requirement specifications. System requirements include removal, delivery, installation, and training associated with the two new ATS Test Stands as well as ancillary equipment, e.g. air systems.
Interested parties are requested to submit responses to the attached Contractor Capabilities Questionnaire (CCG) and Request For Information (RFI) #1, along with any feedback or questions related to the PDs, Statement of Work (SOW), and Section M. These submissions should be sent via email to the primary contact; please courtesy copy the secondary contact as well. Contractors that previously submitted responses to FA8224-16-R-0074 do not need to resubmit any prior correspondence.
PD #001 contains information that has been designated as "export controlled". In order to access the protected folder containing PD #001, vendors must be certified as a U.S. or Canadian contractor by the Joint Certification Program (JCP) administered by the Defense Logistic Information Service (DLIS). To apply for this certification, interested parties must submit a DD2345. Once approved, explicit access to the PD #001 folder must be requested as well. Explicit access requests will be reviewed and granted by the Contracting Officer. Those vendors having already completed the certification process need not reapply in order to be granted access; however, an explicit access request must still be submitted.
Due to the significant amount of information posted at FA8224-16-R-0074, only the most recent versions of the draft SOW and PDs (#001 - #003), wholly new draft documents, and the CCG will be available at this notice. At this time, the prior notice remains accessible for review of the previously posted documentation.

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UPDATE - Notice of Proposed Contract Action:
**This is a presolicitation synopsis in accordance with FAR Subpart 5.2. This synopsis is to provide potential offerors notice of an upcoming solicitation for Air Turbine Starters Test Stands. Specifics related to this effort are included in the description below along with the attached draft solicitation and draft requirement documents.  The solicitation is anticipated to be posted NLT 31 August 2018 and will be posted under the same identifier, FA8224-18-R-0020, on www.fbo.gov.  The closing response date for proposal submissions will be 15 October 2018. 

Additional documentation has been uploaded for contractor review at this posting.  Feedback pertaining to these documents is welcomed and appreciated; please respond NLT COB 17 July 2018.

Please note, FA8224-18-R-0020, replaces the Sources Sought identified as FA8224-16-R-0074.

Post-Industry Days Updates:
Based on contractor feedback, an additional site visit for inspection and measurement of applicable facilities will be permitted for interested vendors.  Please note the following:

* This will constitute the final pre-award site visit for potential offerors.
* Site visits must be completed by 31 May 2018.
* An escort will be provided; however, no questions relating to the government requirement will be allowed.  Please submit questions that may arise to Shawna Dudis at shawna.dudis@us.af.mil.
* Requests for visits must be submitted to Jaren Williams at jaren.williams.1@us.af.mil.
* The maximum allotted time for a site visit will be three hours.

Pre-Industry Days Information:
This is a synopsis to determine potential sources and elicit feedback from industry regarding the effort identified as Air Turbine Starter (ATS) Test Stands. This notice shall not commit the Government to issue a solicitation, nor to award a contract. Responses submitted by interested parties will not be considered a proposal and the Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by contractors responding to this notice. Copies of submitted information may be reproduced for government review. 

The United States Air Force at Ogden Air Logistics Complex is conducting market research seeking capable sources to remove, install, and replace ATS Test Stands.  Three existing ATS Test Stands shall be removed and replaced with two new ATS Test Stands that meet the requirements of Purchase Description (PD) #001. In addition, the removal of the existing facility 300psi Air System shall be replaced with a new 125psi Air System meeting the requirements of PD #002; a new 300psi Air System shall be installed in the existing facility meeting the requirements of PD #003. The successful offeror shall provide all necessary equipment, supplies, labor, management, etc. for the entire ATS system in accordance with the requirement specifications.  System requirements include removal, delivery, installation, and training associated with the two new ATS Test Stands as well as ancillary equipment, e.g. air systems.

Interested parties are requested to submit responses to the attached Contractor Capabilities Questionnaire (CCG) and Request For Information (RFI) #1, along with any feedback or questions related to the PDs, Statement of Work (SOW), and Section M. These submissions should be sent via email to the primary contact; please courtesy copy the secondary contact as well. Contractors that previously submitted responses to FA8224-16-R-0074 do not need to resubmit any prior correspondence. 

PD #001 contains information that has been designated as "export controlled". In order to access the protected folder containing PD #001, vendors must be certified as a U.S. or Canadian contractor by the Joint Certification Program (JCP) administered by the Defense Logistic Information Service (DLIS). To apply for this certification, interested parties must submit a DD2345. Once approved, explicit access to the PD #001 folder must be requested as well.  Explicit access requests will be reviewed and granted by the Contracting Officer. Those vendors having already completed the certification process need not reapply in order to be granted access; however, an explicit access request must still be submitted.

Due to the significant amount of information posted at FA8224-16-R-0074, only the most recent versions of the draft SOW and PDs (#001 - #003), wholly new draft documents, and the CCG will be available at this notice. At this time, the prior notice remains accessible for review of the previously posted documentation. 

UPDATE - Notice of Proposed Contract Action:
**This is a presolicitation synopsis in accordance with FAR Subpart 5.2. This synopsis is to provide potential offerors notice of an upcoming solicitation for Air Turbine Starters Test Stands. Specifics related to this effort are included in the description below along with the attached draft solicitation and draft requirement documents. The solicitation is anticipated to be posted NLT 31 July 2018 and will be posted under the same identifier, FA8224-18-R-0020, on www.fbo.gov. The closing response date for proposal submissions will be 15 October 2018.
Additional documentation has been uploaded for contractor review at this posting. Feedback pertaining to these documents is welcomed and appreciated; please respond NLT COB 17 July 2018.
Please note, FA8224-18-R-0020, replaces the Sources Sought identified as FA8224-16-R-0074.
Post-Industry Days Updates:
Based on contractor feedback, an additional site visit for inspection and measurement of applicable facilities will be permitted for interested vendors. Please note the following:
* This will constitute the final pre-award site visit for potential offerors.
* Site visits must be completed by 31 May 2018.
* An escort will be provided; however, no questions relating to the government requirement will be allowed. Please submit questions that may arise to Shawna Dudis at shawna.dudis@us.af.mil.
* Requests for visits must be submitted to Jaren Williams at jaren.williams.1@us.af.mil.
* The maximum allotted time for a site visit will be three hours.
Pre-Industry Days Information:
This is a synopsis to determine potential sources and elicit feedback from industry regarding the effort identified as Air Turbine Starter (ATS) Test Stands. This notice shall not commit the Government to issue a solicitation, nor to award a contract. Responses submitted by interested parties will not be considered a proposal and the Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by contractors responding to this notice. Copies of submitted information may be reproduced for government review.
The United States Air Force at Ogden Air Logistics Complex is conducting market research seeking capable sources to remove, install, and replace ATS Test Stands. Three existing ATS Test Stands shall be removed and replaced with two new ATS Test Stands that meet the requirements of Purchase Description (PD) #001. In addition, the removal of the existing facility 300psi Air System shall be replaced with a new 125psi Air System meeting the requirements of PD #002; a new 300psi Air System shall be installed in the existing facility meeting the requirements of PD #003. The successful offeror shall provide all necessary equipment, supplies, labor, management, etc. for the entire ATS system in accordance with the requirement specifications. System requirements include removal, delivery, installation, and training associated with the two new ATS Test Stands as well as ancillary equipment, e.g. air systems.
Interested parties are requested to submit responses to the attached Contractor Capabilities Questionnaire (CCG) and Request For Information (RFI) #1, along with any feedback or questions related to the PDs, Statement of Work (SOW), and Section M. These submissions should be sent via email to the primary contact; please courtesy copy the secondary contact as well. Contractors that previously submitted responses to FA8224-16-R-0074 do not need to resubmit any prior correspondence.
PD #001 contains information that has been designated as "export controlled". In order to access the protected folder containing PD #001, vendors must be certified as a U.S. or Canadian contractor by the Joint Certification Program (JCP) administered by the Defense Logistic Information Service (DLIS). To apply for this certification, interested parties must submit a DD2345. Once approved, explicit access to the PD #001 folder must be requested as well. Explicit access requests will be reviewed and granted by the Contracting Officer. Those vendors having already completed the certification process need not reapply in order to be granted access; however, an explicit access request must still be submitted.
Due to the significant amount of information posted at FA8224-16-R-0074, only the most recent versions of the draft SOW and PDs (#001 - #003), wholly new draft documents, and the CCG will be available at this notice. At this time, the prior notice remains accessible for review of the previously posted documentation.

.

UPDATE - Notice of Proposed Contract Action:
**This is a presolicitation synopsis in accordance with FAR Subpart 5.2. This synopsis is to provide potential offerors notice of an upcoming solicitation for Air Turbine Starters Test Stands. Specifics related to this effort are included in the description below along with the attached draft solicitation and draft requirement documents.  The solicitation is anticipated to be posted NLT 31 July 2018 and will be posted under the same identifier, FA8224-18-R-0020, on www.fbo.gov.  The closing response date for proposal submissions will be 15 October 2018. 

Additional documentation has been uploaded for contractor review at this posting.  Feedback pertaining to these documents is welcomed and appreciated; please respond NLT COB 17 July 2018.

Please note, FA8224-18-R-0020, replaces the Sources Sought identified as FA8224-16-R-0074.

Post-Industry Days Updates:
Based on contractor feedback, an additional site visit for inspection and measurement of applicable facilities will be permitted for interested vendors.  Please note the following:

* This will constitute the final pre-award site visit for potential offerors.
* Site visits must be completed by 31 May 2018.
* An escort will be provided; however, no questions relating to the government requirement will be allowed.  Please submit questions that may arise to Shawna Dudis at shawna.dudis@us.af.mil.
* Requests for visits must be submitted to Jaren Williams at jaren.williams.1@us.af.mil.
* The maximum allotted time for a site visit will be three hours.

Pre-Industry Days Information:
This is a synopsis to determine potential sources and elicit feedback from industry regarding the effort identified as Air Turbine Starter (ATS) Test Stands. This notice shall not commit the Government to issue a solicitation, nor to award a contract. Responses submitted by interested parties will not be considered a proposal and the Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by contractors responding to this notice. Copies of submitted information may be reproduced for government review. 

The United States Air Force at Ogden Air Logistics Complex is conducting market research seeking capable sources to remove, install, and replace ATS Test Stands.  Three existing ATS Test Stands shall be removed and replaced with two new ATS Test Stands that meet the requirements of Purchase Description (PD) #001. In addition, the removal of the existing facility 300psi Air System shall be replaced with a new 125psi Air System meeting the requirements of PD #002; a new 300psi Air System shall be installed in the existing facility meeting the requirements of PD #003. The successful offeror shall provide all necessary equipment, supplies, labor, management, etc. for the entire ATS system in accordance with the requirement specifications.  System requirements include removal, delivery, installation, and training associated with the two new ATS Test Stands as well as ancillary equipment, e.g. air systems.

Interested parties are requested to submit responses to the attached Contractor Capabilities Questionnaire (CCG) and Request For Information (RFI) #1, along with any feedback or questions related to the PDs, Statement of Work (SOW), and Section M. These submissions should be sent via email to the primary contact; please courtesy copy the secondary contact as well. Contractors that previously submitted responses to FA8224-16-R-0074 do not need to resubmit any prior correspondence. 

PD #001 contains information that has been designated as "export controlled". In order to access the protected folder containing PD #001, vendors must be certified as a U.S. or Canadian contractor by the Joint Certification Program (JCP) administered by the Defense Logistic Information Service (DLIS). To apply for this certification, interested parties must submit a DD2345. Once approved, explicit access to the PD #001 folder must be requested as well.  Explicit access requests will be reviewed and granted by the Contracting Officer. Those vendors having already completed the certification process need not reapply in order to be granted access; however, an explicit access request must still be submitted.

Due to the significant amount of information posted at FA8224-16-R-0074, only the most recent versions of the draft SOW and PDs (#001 - #003), wholly new draft documents, and the CCG will be available at this notice. At this time, the prior notice remains accessible for review of the previously posted documentation. 

**Please note, this Sources Sought, FA8224-18-R-0020, replaces the Sources Sought identified as FA8224-16-R-0074. Any future updates related to the Air Turbine Starter Test Stands at Hill Air Force Base will be posted under this notice.**
Post-Industry Days Updates:
Based on contractor feedback, an additional site visit for inspection and measurement of applicable facilities will be permitted for interested vendors. Please note the following:
* This will constitute the final pre-award site visit for potential offerors.
* Site visits must be completed by 31 May 2018.
* An escort will be provided; however, no questions relating to the government requirement will be allowed. Please submit questions that may arise to Shawna Dudis at shawna.dudis@us.af.mil.
* Requests for visits must be submitted to Jaren Williams at jaren.williams.1@us.af.mil.
* The maximum allotted time for a site visit will be three hours.
Additional documentation has been uploaded for contractor review at this posting. The documentation includes the following: new Questions & Answers, draft Section L, revised Section M, and RFI #2. Feedback pertaining to these documents is welcomed and appreciated; please respond NLT COB 21 May 2018.
Please be aware that the following documents are anticipated to be posted NLT 22 May 2018 for review: draft Model Contract, updated SOW, revised PDs, Attachment L-1 - Factor 2 Technical Elements Matrix, and information pertaining to FAR Part 19 clauses which were discussed at industry days.
Pre-Industry Days Information:
This is a Sources Sought to determine potential sources and elicit feedback from industry regarding the effort identified as Air Turbine Starter (ATS) Test Stands. This notice shall not commit the Government to issue a solicitation, nor to award a contract. Responses submitted by interested parties will not be considered a proposal and the Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by contractors responding to this notice. Copies of submitted information may be reproduced for government review.
The United States Air Force at Ogden Air Logistics Complex is conducting market research seeking capable sources to remove, install, and replace ATS Test Stands. Three existing ATS Test Stands shall be removed and replaced with two new ATS Test Stands that meet the requirements of Purchase Description (PD) #001. In addition, the removal of the existing facility 300psi Air System shall be replaced with a new 125psi Air System meeting the requirements of PD #002; a new 300psi Air System shall be installed in the existing facility meeting the requirements of PD #003. The successful offeror shall provide all necessary equipment, supplies, labor, management, etc. for the entire ATS system in accordance with the requirement specifications. System requirements include removal, delivery, installation, and training associated with the two new ATS Test Stands as well as ancillary equipment, e.g. air systems.
Interested parties are requested to submit responses to the attached Contractor Capabilities Questionnaire (CCG) and Request For Information (RFI) #1, along with any feedback or questions related to the PDs, Statement of Work (SOW), and Section M. These submissions should be sent via email to the primary contact; please courtesy copy the secondary contact as well. Those contractors that previously submitted responses to FA8224-16-R-0074 do not need to resubmit any prior correspondence.
PD #001 contains information that has been designated as "export controlled". In order to access the protected folder containing PD #001, vendors must be certified as a U.S. or Canadian contractor by the Joint Certification Program (JCP) administered by the Defense Logistic Information Service (DLIS). To apply for this certification, interested parties must submit a DD2345. Once approved, explicit access to the PD #001 folder must be requested as well. Explicit access requests will be reviewed and granted by the Contracting Officer. Those vendors having already completed the certification process need not reapply in order to be granted access; however, an explicit access request must still be submitted.
Due to the significant amount of information posted at FA8224-16-R-0074, only the most recent versions of the draft SOW and PDs (#001 - #003), wholly new draft documents, and the CCG will be available at this notice. At this time, the prior notice remains accessible for review of the previously posted documentation.

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**Please note, this Sources Sought, FA8224-18-R-0020, replaces the Sources Sought identified as FA8224-16-R-0074. Any future updates related to the Air Turbine Starter Test Stands at Hill Air Force Base will be posted under this notice.**

Post-Industry Days Updates:
Based on contractor feedback, an additional site visit for inspection and measurement of applicable facilities will be permitted for interested vendors.  Please note the following:

* This will constitute the final pre-award site visit for potential offerors.
* Site visits must be completed by 31 May 2018.
* An escort will be provided; however, no questions relating to the government requirement will be allowed.  Please submit questions that may arise to Shawna Dudis at shawna.dudis@us.af.mil.
* Requests for visits must be submitted to Jaren Williams at jaren.williams.1@us.af.mil.
* The maximum allotted time for a site visit will be three hours.

Additional documentation has been uploaded for contractor review at this posting.  The documentation includes the following: new Questions & Answers, draft Section L, revised Section M, and RFI #2.  Feedback pertaining to these documents is welcomed and appreciated; please respond NLT COB 21 May 2018.

Please be aware that the following documents are anticipated to be posted NLT 22 May 2018 for review: draft Model Contract, updated SOW, revised PDs, Attachment L-1 - Factor 2 Technical Elements Matrix, and information pertaining to FAR Part 19 clauses which were discussed at industry days.

Pre-Industry Days Information:
This is a Sources Sought to determine potential sources and elicit feedback from industry regarding the effort identified as Air Turbine Starter (ATS) Test Stands. This notice shall not commit the Government to issue a solicitation, nor to award a contract. Responses submitted by interested parties will not be considered a proposal and the Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by contractors responding to this notice. Copies of submitted information may be reproduced for government review. 

The United States Air Force at Ogden Air Logistics Complex is conducting market research seeking capable sources to remove, install, and replace ATS Test Stands.  Three existing ATS Test Stands shall be removed and replaced with two new ATS Test Stands that meet the requirements of Purchase Description (PD) #001. In addition, the removal of the existing facility 300psi Air System shall be replaced with a new 125psi Air System meeting the requirements of PD #002; a new 300psi Air System shall be installed in the existing facility meeting the requirements of PD #003. The successful offeror shall provide all necessary equipment, supplies, labor, management, etc. for the entire ATS system in accordance with the requirement specifications.  System requirements include removal, delivery, installation, and training associated with the two new ATS Test Stands as well as ancillary equipment, e.g. air systems.

Interested parties are requested to submit responses to the attached Contractor Capabilities Questionnaire (CCG) and Request For Information (RFI) #1, along with any feedback or questions related to the PDs, Statement of Work (SOW), and Section M. These submissions should be sent via email to the primary contact; please courtesy copy the secondary contact as well. Those contractors that previously submitted responses to FA8224-16-R-0074 do not need to resubmit any prior correspondence. 

PD #001 contains information that has been designated as "export controlled". In order to access the protected folder containing PD #001, vendors must be certified as a U.S. or Canadian contractor by the Joint Certification Program (JCP) administered by the Defense Logistic Information Service (DLIS). To apply for this certification, interested parties must submit a DD2345. Once approved, explicit access to the PD #001 folder must be requested as well.  Explicit access requests will be reviewed and granted by the Contracting Officer. Those vendors having already completed the certification process need not reapply in order to be granted access; however, an explicit access request must still be submitted.

Due to the significant amount of information posted at FA8224-16-R-0074, only the most recent versions of the draft SOW and PDs (#001 - #003), wholly new draft documents, and the CCG will be available at this notice. At this time, the prior notice remains accessible for review of the previously posted documentation. 

**Please note, this Sources Sought, FA8224-18-R-0020, replaces the Sources Sought identified as FA8224-16-R-0074. Any future updates related to the Air Turbine Starter Test Stands at Hill Air Force Base will be posted under this notice.**
Industry Days & Government Request:
The Government is planning to conduct site visits and Q & A feedback sessions 10-12 April 2018. Interested parties should contact both of the following individuals to schedule a tour time: Clayton.Archuleta@us.af.mil and Travis.Dean@us.af.mil. Tours will be scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. Please ensure tour time requests include a completed ATS Registration Form. Individuals participating in the site visit shall have personal protection equipment (PPE) to include safety glasses; the Government will provide ear protection. Based upon the amount of industry interest, tour times may need to be combined in order to accommodate all parties. Please submit visit requests and completed registration forms NLT COB 30 March 2018.
This is a Sources Sought to determine potential sources and elicit feedback from industry regarding the effort identified as Air Turbine Starter (ATS) Test Stands. This notice shall not commit the Government to issue a solicitation, nor to award a contract. Responses submitted by interested parties will not be considered a proposal and the Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by contractors responding to this notice. Copies of submitted information may be reproduced for government review.
The United States Air Force at Ogden Air Logistics Complex is conducting market research seeking capable sources to remove, install, and replace ATS Test Stands. Three existing ATS Test Stands shall be removed and replaced with two new ATS Test Stands that meet the requirements of Purchase Description (PD) #001. In addition, the removal of the existing facility 300psi Air System shall be replaced with a new 125psi Air System meeting the requirements of PD #002; a new 300psi Air System shall be installed in the existing facility meeting the requirements of PD #003. The successful offeror shall provide all necessary equipment, supplies, labor, management, etc. for the entire ATS system in accordance with the requirement specifications. System requirements include removal, delivery, installation, and training associated with the two new ATS Test Stands as well as ancillary equipment, e.g. air systems.
Interested parties are requested to submit responses to the attached Contractor Capabilities Questionnaire (CCG) and Request For Information (RFI) #1, along with any feedback or questions related to the PDs, Statement of Work (SOW), and Section M. These submissions should be sent via email to the primary contact; please courtesy copy the secondary contact as well as Costadena.Bournakis@us.af.mil. Those contractors that previously submitted responses to FA8224-16-R-0074 do not need to resubmit any prior correspondence.
PD #001 contains information that has been designated as "export controlled". In order to access the protected folder containing PD #001, vendors must be certified as a U.S. or Canadian contractor by the Joint Certification Program (JCP) administered by the Defense Logistic Information Service (DLIS). To apply for this certification, interested parties must submit a DD2345. Once approved, explicit access to the PD #001 folder must be requested as well. Explicit access requests will be reviewed and granted by the Contracting Officer. Those vendors having already completed the certification process need not reapply in order to be granted access; however, an explicit access request must still be submitted.
Due to the significant amount of information posted at FA8224-16-R-0074, only the most recent versions of the draft SOW and PDs (#001 - #003), wholly new draft documents, and the CCG will be available at this notice. At this time, the prior notice remains accessible for review of the previously posted documentation.

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**Please note, this Sources Sought, FA8224-18-R-0020, replaces the Sources Sought identified as FA8224-16-R-0074. Any future updates related to the Air Turbine Starter Test Stands at Hill Air Force Base will be posted under this notice.**

Industry Days & Government Request:
The Government is planning to conduct site visits and Q&A feedback sessions 10-12 April 2018.  Interested parties should contact both of the following individuals to schedule a tour time: Clayton.Archuleta@us.af.mil and Travis.Dean@us.af.mil.  Tours will be scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis.  Please ensure tour time requests include a completed ATS Registration Form.  Individuals participating in the site visit shall have personal protection equipment (PPE) to include safety glasses; the Government will provide ear protection.  Based upon the amount of industry interest, tour times may need to be combined in order to accommodate all parties.  Please submit visit requests and completed registration forms NLT COB 30 March 2018.

This is a Sources Sought to determine potential sources and elicit feedback from industry regarding the effort identified as Air Turbine Starter (ATS) Test Stands. This notice shall not commit the Government to issue a solicitation, nor to award a contract. Responses submitted by interested parties will not be considered a proposal and the Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by contractors responding to this notice. Copies of submitted information may be reproduced for government review. 

The United States Air Force at Ogden Air Logistics Complex is conducting market research seeking capable sources to remove, install, and replace ATS Test Stands.  Three existing ATS Test Stands shall be removed and replaced with two new ATS Test Stands that meet the requirements of Purchase Description (PD) #001. In addition, the removal of the existing facility 300psi Air System shall be replaced with a new 125psi Air System meeting the requirements of PD #002; a new 300psi Air System shall be installed in the existing facility meeting the requirements of PD #003. The successful offeror shall provide all necessary equipment, supplies, labor, management, etc. for the entire ATS system in accordance with the requirement specifications.  System requirements include removal, delivery, installation, and training associated with the two new ATS Test Stands as well as ancillary equipment, e.g. air systems.

Interested parties are requested to submit responses to the attached Contractor Capabilities Questionnaire (CCG) and Request For Information (RFI) #1, along with any feedback or questions related to the PDs, Statement of Work (SOW), and Section M. These submissions should be sent via email to the primary contact; please courtesy copy the secondary contact as well as Costadena.Bournakis@us.af.mil. Those contractors that previously submitted responses to FA8224-16-R-0074 do not need to resubmit any prior correspondence. 

PD #001 contains information that has been designated as "export controlled". In order to access the protected folder containing PD #001, vendors must be certified as a U.S. or Canadian contractor by the Joint Certification Program (JCP) administered by the Defense Logistic Information Service (DLIS). To apply for this certification, interested parties must submit a DD2345. Once approved, explicit access to the PD #001 folder must be requested as well.  Explicit access requests will be reviewed and granted by the Contracting Officer. Those vendors having already completed the certification process need not reapply in order to be granted access; however, an explicit access request must still be submitted.

Due to the significant amount of information posted at FA8224-16-R-0074, only the most recent versions of the draft SOW and PDs (#001 - #003), wholly new draft documents, and the CCG will be available at this notice. At this time, the prior notice remains accessible for review of the previously posted documentation. 

**Please note, this Sources Sought, FA8224-18-R-0020, replaces the Sources Sought identified as FA8224-16-R-0074. Any future updates related to the Air Turbine Starter Test Stands at Hill Air Force Base will be posted under this notice.**
This is a Sources Sought to determine potential sources and elicit feedback from industry regarding the effort identified as Air Turbine Starter (ATS) Test Stands. This notice shall not commit the Government to issue a solicitation, nor to award a contract. Responses submitted by interested parties will not be considered a proposal and the Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by contractors responding to this notice. Copies of submitted information may be reproduced for government review.
The United States Air Force at Ogden Air Logistics Complex is conducting market research seeking capable sources to remove, install, and replace ATS Test Stands. Three existing ATS Test Stands shall be removed and replaced with two new ATS Test Stands that meet the requirements of Purchase Description (PD) #001. In addition, the removal of the existing facility 300psi Air System shall be replaced with a new 125psi Air System meeting the requirements of PD #002; a new 300psi Air System shall be installed in the existing facility meeting the requirements of PD #003. The successful offeror shall provide all necessary equipment, supplies, labor, management, etc. for the entire ATS system in accordance with the requirement specifications. System requirements include removal, delivery, installation, and training associated with the two new ATS Test Stands as well as ancillary equipment, e.g. air systems.
Interested parties are requested to submit responses to the attached Contractor Capabilities Questionnaire (CCG) and Request For Information (RFI) #1, along with any feedback or questions related to the PDs, Statement of Work (SOW), and Section M. These submissions should be sent via email to the primary contact; please courtesy copy the secondary contact as well as Costadena.Bournakis@us.af.mil. Those contractors that previously submitted responses to FA8224-16-R-0074 do not need to resubmit any prior correspondence.
PD #001 contains information that has been designated as "export controlled". In order to access the protected folder containing PD #001, vendors must be certified as a U.S. or Canadian contractor by the Joint Certification Program (JCP) administered by the Defense Logistic Information Service (DLIS). To apply for this certification, interested parties must submit a DD2345. Once approved, explicit access to the PD #001 folder must be requested as well. Explicit access requests will be reviewed and granted by the Contracting Officer. Those vendors having already completed the certification process need not reapply in order to be granted access; however, an explicit access request must still be submitted.
Due to the significant amount of information posted at FA8224-16-R-0074, only the most recent versions of the draft SOW and PDs (#001 - #003), wholly new draft documents, and the CCG will be available at this notice. At this time, the prior notice remains accessible for review of the previously posted documentation.
Government Request:
* Submit responses to the CCG and RFI #1
* Submit feedback and questions related to PDs #001-003
* Submit feedback and questions related to the SOW and Section M
* Please provide submissions, along with any other general questions or feedback, NLT COB on 1 March 2018. Early submissions are welcome and appreciated.

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**Please note, this Sources Sought, FA8224-18-R-0020, replaces the Sources Sought identified as FA8224-16-R-0074. Any future updates related to the Air Turbine Starter Test Stands at Hill Air Force Base will be posted under this notice.**

This is a Sources Sought to determine potential sources and elicit feedback from industry regarding the effort identified as Air Turbine Starter (ATS) Test Stands. This notice shall not commit the Government to issue a solicitation, nor to award a contract. Responses submitted by interested parties will not be considered a proposal and the Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by contractors responding to this notice. Copies of submitted information may be reproduced for government review. 

The United States Air Force at Ogden Air Logistics Complex is conducting market research seeking capable sources to remove, install, and replace ATS Test Stands.  Three existing ATS Test Stands shall be removed and replaced with two new ATS Test Stands that meet the requirements of Purchase Description (PD) #001. In addition, the removal of the existing facility 300psi Air System shall be replaced with a new 125psi Air System meeting the requirements of PD #002; a new 300psi Air System shall be installed in the existing facility meeting the requirements of PD #003. The successful offeror shall provide all necessary equipment, supplies, labor, management, etc. for the entire ATS system in accordance with the requirement specifications.  System requirements include removal, delivery, installation, and training associated with the two new ATS Test Stands as well as ancillary equipment, e.g. air systems.

Interested parties are requested to submit responses to the attached Contractor Capabilities Questionnaire (CCG) and Request For Information (RFI) #1, along with any feedback or questions related to the PDs, Statement of Work (SOW), and Section M. These submissions should be sent via email to the primary contact; please courtesy copy the secondary contact as well as Costadena.Bournakis@us.af.mil. Those contractors that previously submitted responses to FA8224-16-R-0074 do not need to resubmit any prior correspondence. 

PD #001 contains information that has been designated as "export controlled". In order to access the protected folder containing PD #001, vendors must be certified as a U.S. or Canadian contractor by the Joint Certification Program (JCP) administered by the Defense Logistic Information Service (DLIS). To apply for this certification, interested parties must submit a DD2345. Once approved, explicit access to the PD #001 folder must be requested as well.  Explicit access requests will be reviewed and granted by the Contracting Officer. Those vendors having already completed the certification process need not reapply in order to be granted access; however, an explicit access request must still be submitted.

Due to the significant amount of information posted at FA8224-16-R-0074, only the most recent versions of the draft SOW and PDs (#001 - #003), wholly new draft documents, and the CCG will be available at this notice. At this time, the prior notice remains accessible for review of the previously posted documentation. 

Government Request:
* Submit responses to the CCG and RFI #1
* Submit feedback and questions related to PDs #001-003
* Submit feedback and questions related to the SOW and Section M
* Please provide submissions, along with any other general questions or feedback, NLT COB on 1 March 2018.  Early submissions are welcome and appreciated.

**Please note, this Sources Sought, FA8224-18-R-0020, replaces the Sources Sought identified as FA8224-16-R-0074. Any future updates related to the Air Turbine Starter Test Stands at Hill Air Force Base will be posted under this notice.**
This is a Sources Sought to determine potential sources and elicit feedback from industry regarding the effort identified as Air Turbine Starter (ATS) Test Stands. This notice shall not commit the Government to issue a solicitation, nor to award a contract. Responses submitted by interested parties will not be considered a proposal and the Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by contractors responding to this notice. Copies of submitted information may be reproduced for government review.
The United States Air Force at Ogden Air Logistics Complex is conducting market research seeking capable sources to remove, install, and replace ATS Test Stands. Three existing ATS Test Stands shall be removed and replaced with two new ATS Test Stands that meet the requirements of Purchase Description (PD) #001. In addition, the removal of the existing facility 300psi Air System shall be replaced with a new 125psi Air System meeting the requirements of PD #002; a new 300psi Air System shall be installed in the existing facility meeting the requirements of PD #003. The successful offeror shall provide all necessary equipment, supplies, labor, management, etc. for the entire ATS system in accordance with the requirement specifications. System requirements include removal, delivery, installation, and training associated with the two new ATS Test Stands as well as ancillary equipment, e.g. air systems.
Interested parties are requested to submit responses to the attached Contractor Capabilities Questionnaire (CCG) and Request For Information (RFI) #1, along with any feedback or questions related to the PDs, Statement of Work (SOW), and Section M. These submissions should be sent via email to the primary contact; please courtesy copy the secondary contact as well as Costadena.Bournakis@us.af.mil. Those contractors that previously submitted responses to FA8224-16-R-0074 do not need to resubmit any prior correspondence.
PD #001 contains information that has been designated as "export controlled". In order to access the protected folder containing PD #001, vendors must be certified as a U.S. or Canadian contractor by the Joint Certification Program (JCP) administered by the Defense Logistic Information Service (DLIS). To apply for this certification, interested parties must submit a DD2345. Once approved, access will be granted to the protected folder by the Contracting Officer. Those vendors having already completed the certification process need not reapply in order to be granted access.
Due to the significant amount of information posted at FA8224-16-R-0074, only the most recent versions of the draft SOW and PDs (#001 - #003), wholly new draft documents, and the CCG will be available at this notice. At this time, the prior notice remains accessible for review of the previously posted documentation.
Government Request:
* Submit responses to the CCG and RFI #1
* Submit feedback and questions related to PDs #001-003
* Submit feedback and questions related to the SOW and Section M
* Please provide submissions, along with any other general questions or feedback, NLT COB on 1 March 2018. Early submissions are welcome and appreciated.

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**Please note, this Sources Sought, FA8224-18-R-0020, replaces the Sources Sought identified as FA8224-16-R-0074. Any future updates related to the Air Turbine Starter Test Stands at Hill Air Force Base will be posted under this notice.**

This is a Sources Sought to determine potential sources and elicit feedback from industry regarding the effort identified as Air Turbine Starter (ATS) Test Stands. This notice shall not commit the Government to issue a solicitation, nor to award a contract. Responses submitted by interested parties will not be considered a proposal and the Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by contractors responding to this notice. Copies of submitted information may be reproduced for government review. 

The United States Air Force at Ogden Air Logistics Complex is conducting market research seeking capable sources to remove, install, and replace ATS Test Stands.  Three existing ATS Test Stands shall be removed and replaced with two new ATS Test Stands that meet the requirements of Purchase Description (PD) #001. In addition, the removal of the existing facility 300psi Air System shall be replaced with a new 125psi Air System meeting the requirements of PD #002; a new 300psi Air System shall be installed in the existing facility meeting the requirements of PD #003. The successful offeror shall provide all necessary equipment, supplies, labor, management, etc. for the entire ATS system in accordance with the requirement specifications.  System requirements include removal, delivery, installation, and training associated with the two new ATS Test Stands as well as ancillary equipment, e.g. air systems.

Interested parties are requested to submit responses to the attached Contractor Capabilities Questionnaire (CCG) and Request For Information (RFI) #1, along with any feedback or questions related to the PDs, Statement of Work (SOW), and Section M. These submissions should be sent via email to the primary contact; please courtesy copy the secondary contact as well as Costadena.Bournakis@us.af.mil. Those contractors that previously submitted responses to FA8224-16-R-0074 do not need to resubmit any prior correspondence. 

PD #001 contains information that has been designated as "export controlled". In order to access the protected folder containing PD #001, vendors must be certified as a U.S. or Canadian contractor by the Joint Certification Program (JCP) administered by the Defense Logistic Information Service (DLIS). To apply for this certification, interested parties must submit a DD2345. Once approved, access will be granted to the protected folder by the Contracting Officer. Those vendors having already completed the certification process need not reapply in order to be granted access.

Due to the significant amount of information posted at FA8224-16-R-0074, only the most recent versions of the draft SOW and PDs (#001 - #003), wholly new draft documents, and the CCG will be available at this notice. At this time, the prior notice remains accessible for review of the previously posted documentation. 

Government Request:
* Submit responses to the CCG and RFI #1
* Submit feedback and questions related to PDs #001-003
* Submit feedback and questions related to the SOW and Section M
* Please provide submissions, along with any other general questions or feedback, NLT COB on 1 March 2018.  Early submissions are welcome and appreciated.