Combat Rescue Helicopter (CRH)

Release of Additional CRH 3rd Draft RFP Comment and Answer Matrix (17 Oct 12)

Attached to this posting are CRH 3rd Draft RFP Industry Comments/Questions Matrix with Government responses. There is both a secure and unsecure posting, based on the documents that the comments and questions referenced. This round of responses are in addition to those that have already been posted.

Release of Additional CRH 3rd Draft RFP Comment and Answer Matrix (11 Oct 12)

Attached to this posting are CRH 3rd Draft RFP Industry Comments/Questions Matrix with Government responses. There is a unsecure posting, based on the documents that the comments and questions referenced. This round of responses are in addition to those that have already been posted.

Release of Additional CRH 3rd Draft RFP Comment and Answer Matrix (3 Oct 12)

Attached to this posting are CRH 3rd Draft RFP Industry Comments/Questions Matrix with Government responses. There is a unsecure posting, based on the documents that the comments and questions referenced. This round of responses are in addition to those that have already been posted.

Release of CRH Industry Day Charts (Redacted Version) and Additional CRH 3rd Draft RFP Comment and Answer Matrix (1 Oct 12):

Attached to this posting is the Redacted version of the CRH Industry Day Charts (20 Sept 12).

Also attached is the CRH 3rd Draft RFP Industry Comments/Questions Matrix with Government Responses.  There is only a unsecure posting, which is based on the documents that the comments and questions referenced.  This round of responses are in addition to those that have already been posted.

Release of Additional CRH 3rd Draft RFP  Comment and Answer Matrix (25 Sep 12)

Attached to this posting are CRH 3rd Draft RFP Industry Comments/Questions Matrix with Government responses. There is a unsecure posting, based on the documents that the comments and questions referenced. This round of responses are in addition to those that have already been posted.

Release of CRH Industry Day Charts (20 Sept 12) and Additional Bidder Library Documents:

Attached to this posting are the CRH Industry Day Charts (20 Sept 12) (secure) and the sign in list from the meeting (unsecure).

Also, attached is an additional document to the bidders library (secure).

Release of Additional CRH Bidders Library Documents and Revised CRH DRFP Section J, Attachment 12

Attached to this posting are additional documents for the CRH Bidders Library. 
Also, a revised and updated CRH DRFP Section J, Attachment 12 CLIN and SOW Matrix has been posted.  Please use this update and revised version, as the earlier posted version is incorrect.

Release of Updated 3rd DRFP for CRH (13 Sep 2012)

The CRH Program Office is hereby releasing an updated CRH DRFP. Industry is encouraged to review this 3rd DRFP and bring any and all questions to the CRH DRFP review session on 20 September 2012. This session will be conducted from 1pm to 3pm, at Bane Hall, AFIT, Bldg 640, located within Area B of WPAFB. The details of how to request attendance was posted on FBO, 12 September 2012. Industry is requested to use the posted format in submitting questions in writing to the Government. Request that industry submit these questions as expeditiously as possible in order to support the release of the Final RFP within a few weeks. Changes are made throughout the DRFP. Significant areas of change to note are the evaluation factors for award (Section M), the requirement for RAA (has changed to 60MAC from 54MAC), the addition of a schedule incentive, and a rewrite of H026. Review of the changes will be provided during the 20 September 2012 review session.

Release of Updated CRH Bidders Library

Attached to this posting is a Updated CRH Bidders Library along with all documents. There is both a secure and unsecure posting section of CRH Bidder Library documents.

CRH Industry Day and DRFP Release:

The CRH Program Office intends to release the updated CRH DRFP no later than 14 September 2012 on the CRH FBO posting site.

A CRH DRFP Group session will be held 20 September 2012, 1pm to 3pm, at Bane Hall, AFIT, Bldg 640, located within Area B of WPAFB. The session is intended for the Gov't to walk industry through the changes in the DRFP and allow for any questions. Individuals can only enter through gate 19B off National Road. The AFIT building is located to the left once you enter through the gate (See Map). Potential prime contractor teams will have an opportunity to schedule a 1 hour one-on-one session with the Gov't to ask company proprietary questions starting at 8am on 21 September 2012 in Bldg 46, Commando Conference Room, Area B, WPAFB.

Instructions to register for Group event and Request one-on-ones session:

Both meetings will be held on WPAFB and will require a visitor request for each individual to gain access through base gates. Please submit your full legal name (as appears on Drivers License), Citizenship, Company Name and Company address to the CRH Mailbox (CRH@wpafb.af.mil) by 1700 on 14 September 2012 (to allow to be cleared by Base Security). Please identify if you are former military or have base access. For potential prime contractor teams, please submit your request for a one-on-one session by 1700 on 14 September 2012, to the CRH Mailbox (CRH@wpafb.af.mil). Time slots will be filled in order based on submitted requests.

Due to time constraints, this event on base is open to US Citizens ONLY. If your team has Foreign Nationals, your team can arrange to meet off-base with the Gov't at your contractor facility to have a one-on-one session.

Release of Additional CRH Draft RFP Comment and Answer Matrix (6 Sep 12)

Attached to this posting are CRH Draft RFP Industry Comments/Questions Matrix with Government responses. There is a unsecure posting, based on the documents that the comments and questions referenced. This round of responses are in addition to those that have already been posted.

Release of Additional CRH Draft RFP Comment and Answer Matrix (30 Aug 12)

Attached to this posting are CRH Draft RFP Industry Comments/Questions Matrix with Government responses. There is both a secure and unsecure posting, based on the documents that the comments and questions referenced. This round of responses are in addition to those that have already been posted

CRH Update (23 Aug 12)

The CRH acquisition strategy has been refined to include changes that will make the source selection criteria simpler, more understandable, and easier to evaluate. As a result, the CRH Program Office will release a revised draft RFP in Sep 2012. Included with the draft RFP release will be a list of significant changes as compared to the previous draft RFP released in May 2012. A group session will be conducted in Dayton, OH similar to the previous draft RFP release to explain the changes to the RFP. Each potential prime offeror will also be afforded the opportunity to meet with the CRH Program Office for one-on-one sessions to discuss company-specific questions. Details for the group session and for setting up the one-on-one meetings will be provided at time of Draft RFP release. Any questions can be emailed to the CRH mailbox (CRH@wpafb.af.mil) or directly to Lisa Meyer (lisa.meyer@wpafb.af.mil), (937) 255-4093.

Release of Additional CRH Draft RFP Comment and Answer Matrix (7 Aug 12)

Attached to this posting are CRH Draft RFP Industry Comments/Questions Matrix with Government responses. There is both a secure and unsecure posting, based on the documents that the comments and questions referenced. This round of responses are in addition to those that have already been posted

CRH Update (19 July 12)

The USG no longer intends to issue a third draft RFP for the CRH Program.  The final RFP will be released by the end of the month (July 2012). 

Release of Additional CRH Draft RFP Comment and Answer Matrix (17 July 12)

Attached to this posting are CRH Draft RFP Industry Comments/Questions Matrix with Government responses. There is only an unsecure posting, based on the documents that the comments and questions referenced. This round of responses are in addition to those that have already been posted.

Release of Additional CRH Draft RFP Comment and Answer Matrix (9 July 12) and Notice of Pre-solicitation notice.

Attached to this posting are CRH Draft RFP Industry Comments/Questions Matrix with Government responses. There is only an unsecure posting, based on the documents that the comments and questions referenced. This round of responses are in addition to those that have already been posted.

The CRH Program office has posted a pre-solicitation notice for the CRH Program on FBO on 6 July 12. Please search "CRH" or "Combat Rescue Helicopter" or "FA8629-12-R-2400" and look for the Pre-Solication marking.

Release of Additional CRH Draft RFP Comment and Answer Matrix (28 June 12)

Attached to this posting are CRH Draft RFP Industry Comments/Questions Matrix with Government responses. There is both a secure and unsecure posting, based on the documents that the comments and questions referenced. This round of responses are in addition to those that have already been posted

CRH Update (28 June 12) 

The final RFP is now expected to be released in late July. The program office envisions releasing an updated draft RFP within the next couple of weeks.

Release of Additional CRH Draft RFP Comment and Answer Matrix (8 June 12)

Attached to this posting are CRH Draft RFP Industry Comments/Questions Matrix with Government responses.  There is both a secure and unsecure posting, based on the documents that the comments and questions referenced.  This round of responses are in addition to those that have already been posted.

CRH Update

The acquisition process is nearing completion with only one major review of the RFP to be conducted. The final RFP is expected to be released in early July. The program office is offering the opportunity for individual meetings with potential PRIME offerors to ask any remaining questions or to discuss any remaining issues prior to release of the final RFP. If your company is interested in requesting such a meeting, send your request to the CRH mailbox and we will coordinate a time and location.

Release of Additional CRH Draft RFP Comment and Answer Matrix (16 May 12) and file for Bidders Library.

Attached to this posting are CRH Draft RFP Industry Comments/ Questions Matrix with Government responses. This round of responses are in addition to those that have already been posted.

Also attached is the MIL-HDBK-300M List in response to a industry question included in 16 May 12 Matrix posting.

Release of updated CRH Draft Request for Proposal (DRFP) on 10 May 12

The USG is posting an updated CRH Draft Request for Proposal (DRFP). This updated DRFP, dated 10 May 12, supersedes the DRFP posted on 16 March 12. The revised DRFP accounts for changes and corrections made during the review process and from industry comments.

The USG was unable to provide versions of the documents with the changes highlighted.

The updated CRH System Spec, CRH Training System Spec, and CRH Security Classification Guide will be posted under a secure posting.

For any questions regarding the revised DRFP, please contact the CRH Mailbox at CRH@wpafb.af.mil

Release of Additional CRH Draft RFP Comment and Answer Matrix (10 May 12)

Attached to this posting are CRH Draft RFP Industry Comments/ Questions Matrix with Government responses. There is both a secure and unsecure posting, based on the documents that comments and questions were referenced too. This round of responses are in addition to those that have already been posted.

Release of Additional CRH Draft RFP Comment and Answer Matrix (8 May 12)

Attached to this posting are CRH Draft RFP Industry Comments/ Questions Matrix with Government responses. There is both a secure and unsecure posting, based on the documents that comments and questions were referenced too. This round of responses are in addition to those that have already been posted.

Update on Equivalent Standards

As discussed during the draft RFP (DRFP) walk-through on 20 Mar 12 and the FBO Posting on 10 Apr 12, the USAF requested inputs from industry regarding the standards currently listed within the system specifications for both the Aircraft (SS) and the Training System (TSS). The USAF has adjusted the acquisition approach slightly in regards to this issue. The offeror will still be required to accept these documents as contained in the final RFP without any changes. However, a Section H SCR (clause) has been added to the RFP. This will allow the contractor after award to submit alternate equivalent standards to those listed in the SS and TSS up until System Requirements Review. The contractor is responsible to provide the standard and the rationale for the proposed equivalent standard. If USAF concurs, then the SS/TSS will be updated. If the USAF does not concur, then it will be the contractor's responsibility to meet the standards as listed in the SS and TSS at no cost to the USAF or impact to the schedule of the contract.

Release of Additional CRH Draft RFP Comment and Answer Matrix (2 May 12)

Attached to this posting are CRH Draft RFP Industry Comments/ Questions Matrix with Government responses. There is only a unsecure posting, based on the documents that comments and questions were referenced too. This round of responses are in addition to those that have already been posted.

Release of Additional CRH Draft RFP Comment and Answer Matrix (27 Apr 12)

Attached to this posting are CRH Draft RFP Industry Comments/ Questions Matrix with Government responses. There is both a secure and unsecure posting, based on the documents that comments and questions were referenced too. This round of responses are in addition to those that have already been posted.

Also attached in a secure posting is the CRH Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) as of April 2012.

NOTE: A revised CRH Draft System Spec and CRH Training System Spec will be posted under this CRH FBO posting by 4 May 2012.

Update: The release of the CRH Final RFP has been delayed until the end of June 2012. If you have any questions or concerns please email CRH@wpafb.af.mil.

Release of Additional CRH Draft RFP Comment and Answer Matrix (20 Apr 12)

Attached to this posting are CRH Draft RFP Industry Comments/ Questions Matrix with Government responses. There is both a secure and unsecure posting, based on the documents that comments and questions were referenced too.  This round of responses are in addition to those that have already been posted.

NOTE: A revised CRH Draft System Spec and CRH Training System Spec will be posted under this CRH FBO posting by 27 Apr 12.   

Additional Documents to CRH Bidders Library

As posted on 9 Apr 2012, the CRH Bidders Library referenced "TBD" for the posting of the draft CRH Air Vehicle Information Support Plan (ISP) and draft CRH Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP). 

The following is an update for those documents that were TBD: The draft CRH ISP will be available approximately around 16 May 12. The draft CRH TEMP will be available by 24 Apr 12. 

Release of CRH Draft RFP Comment and Answer Matrix

Attached to this posting are CRH Draft RFP Industry Comments/ Questions Matrix with Government responses. There is both a secure and unsecure posting, based on the documents that comments and questions were referenced too.

Additional comments/ questions with Government responses will be posted in the coming days.

Additional Comments on CRH Draft RFP Documents

As discussed during the draft RFP (DRFP) walk-through on 20 Mar 12, the DRFP includes system specifications (SS) for both the Aircraft and the Training System. When the final RFP is released, the system specifications, as well as the SOW, will be in final form. The offeror will be required with their proposal submittal to accept these documents as contained in the final RFP without any changes (reference Section M, paras 2.3.5 and 2.3.6).

Now is the opportunity for you to question any requirement and standards in these documents. Your input was specifically requested on 20 Mar 12 to provide alternative standards in which your baseline aircraft was developed to meet. The USAF could evaluate and potentially incorporate these documents. If you have not provided these inputs and would like to do so, please send an email to the CRH mailbox indicating your intention. These comments need to be submitted as quickly as possible for the USAF to have the ability to evaluate them and incorporate them, if appropriate, into the final RFP.

Also attached are two answers to questions submitted about the CRH Draft RFP.

Establishment of CRH Bidders Library

Attached to this posting will be the CRH Bidders Library document for access/ reference to documents identified throughout CRH documents. There are both an unsecure and secure posting of files which are not readily available.  As documents are updated, revisions will be made available via the CRH FBO posting.

Notice of Release of Draft Request for Proposal (RFP) for Combat Rescue Helicopter (CRH)

The USG is hereby reposting the CRH Draft Request for Proposal (RFP), due to technical issues.  

The USG is requesting comments to the Draft RFP no later than 9 APR 2012, 12 p.m. EST.  Please use the attached CRH Draft Question and Comment Matrix to submit responses.  It is encouraged that Industry submit questions and comments incrementally as they arise before 9 Apr 2012.

This posting serves as a reminder to submit Draft RFP questions/comments in excel format only. Please continue to use the CRH Draft Question and Comment Matrix to submit questions/comments.

The Classified Annex is available for mailing. Please email requests along with the classified mailing address to CRH@wpafb.af.mil.

PLEASE NOTE: The USG is excluding all foreign participation at the prime contractor level for subject procurement due to Classified SECRET/NOFORN program documentation.

Re-Posting of CRH Draft RFP as Unsecure

Upon further review by the CRH Program Office, parts of the CRH Draft RFP will be re-posted unsecure (those documents are unchanged from original posting).  The only parts which will remain secure are the CRH System Spec, CRH Training System Spec, LFTE Assets List and CRH Security Classification Guide (which are already posted secure).

For future postings of Draft RFP questions, the answers will be posted both secure and unsecure, based on the documents they are referenced too. 

Release of CRH Industry Day Questions & Answers from 20-21 March 2012

Attached in a secure posting are questions received from Industry in attendance at the CRH Draft RFP Industry Days on 20-21 March 2012.  For each question the CRH Program office provided an answer.  The Question and Answers are posted by Day 1 (20 March 2012) and Day 2 (21 March 2012). 

Release of CRH Draft RFP Industry Day Charts and Attendance List

Attached in a secure posting is the CRH Draft RFP Industry Day Charts from 20 Mar 2012.

Attached in a unsecure posting is the attendance list from the CRH Draft RFP Industry Day session on 20 Mar 2012.

Notice of Release of Draft Request for Proposal (RFP) for Combat Rescue Helicopter (CRH)

The USG is hereby reposting the CRH Draft Request for Proposal (RFP), due to technical issues.  

The USG is requesting comments to the Draft RFP no later than 9 APR 2012, 12 p.m. EST.  Please use the attached CRH Draft Question and Comment Matrix to submit responses.  It is encouraged that Industry submit questions and comments incrementally as they arise before 9 Apr 2012.

The Classified Annex is available for mailing. Please email requests along with the classified mailing address to CRH@wpafb.af.mil.

PLEASE NOTE: The USG is excluding all foreign participation at the prime contractor level for subject procurement due to Classified SECRET/NOFORN program documentation.

Attention all Combat Rescue Helicopter (CRH) interested parties: Due to technical controls with explicit access with past postings for the CRH Program, the FBO CRH Posting had to be deleted and reposted to clear all controls. The CRH Program will repost the Draft RFP with all assoicated documents. Past documents posted on the CRH FBO from Nov 2011-Mar 2012 (Jan 2012 Industry Day, RFIs, etc.) will be available by request to CRH@wpafb.af.mil.