Avian Hazard Advisory System Support Services

The 377 MSG/PKA at Kirtland Air Force Base, under the Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Nuclear Weapons Center, is seeking sources to provide Bird Avoidance Model/Avian Hazard Advisory System Support services for AFSEC/SEG activities. The contract aims to enhance the current USAF Bird Hazard Warning system by integrating technological advances and available data, including Bird Detection Radar and formal wildlife survey data, to improve the Bird Aircraft Strike Hazard (BASH) program's long-range safety benefits. Key requirements include developing and maintaining a comprehensive system that provides near-real-time bird hazard advisories to aircrews, with specific technical capabilities such as deriving bird hazard information every 10 minutes and maintaining a website with 97% availability. Contractors must demonstrate expertise in radar ornithology, geographic information systems, and IT systems management while being registered in the System for Award Management database. Interested businesses must submit a 5-page Statement of Capabilities by September 19, 2025 at 1600 hours MDT, including company details, CAGE code, business size classification, and their ability to perform the tasks outlined in the Performance Work Statement.

This procurement is categorized under NAICS code 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services) with a $34 million size standard, and while no set-aside is currently designated, the Air Force is considering a small business set-aside based on the responses received. The anticipated contract structure is Firm-Fixed-Price, though no specific award values or budget ranges have been disclosed in the sources sought notice. The contractor must achieve Full Operational Capability within 90 calendar days of contract award and maintain continuous system operations and improvements throughout the contract duration. Key performance metrics include conducting monthly system validations, integrating radar and weather data, and supporting ongoing technical improvements to the bird strike prevention system. No incumbent contractors or current service providers are identified in the documentation provided.