Combined Air Operation Center eXperiemental (CAOC-X) Air Operations Center Weapons System (AOC WS) Test, Experimentation & Technical Support Subject Matter Expertise Extension

The Department of the Air Force Air Combat Command has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to exercise a six-month contract extension for the Combined Air Operation Center eXperiemental (CAOC-X) Air Operations Center Weapons System (AOC WS) Test, Experimentation & Technical Support Subject Matter Expertise contract. The notice pertains to contract FA4890-22-F-0022 and is being executed in accordance with FAR 52.217-8 "Option to Extend Services" provision. This Special Notice is a notification to industry and does not constitute a formal solicitation or commitment to procurement action. The opportunity is set aside for total small business participation and was posted on August 19, 2024, with a due date of January 21, 2025. The contract is managed by the Air Force's ACC AMIC/PKBC-OL located at Hurlburt Field, Florida.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to bridge the current contract period while preparing for a potential re-compete action. Contractors interested in this opportunity should note that no reimbursement will be provided for any costs associated with responding to the notice or subsequent information requests. The contract requires providing operational and technical support, including daily maintenance, administration, and management of CAOC-X facilities and systems. Eligible contractors must be capable of supplying Subject Matter Experts who can plan, build, support, and conduct complex technical event testing across multiple networks supporting the CAOC-X mission. Personnel must possess Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility at contract award. The current North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 517311 with a size standard of 1,500 employees, though this may change for future re-compete actions. Contractors are explicitly advised not to request a copy of the re-compete solicitation, as one does not currently exist.