Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Commercial Items Agile Professional Services (APS) Department of the Army
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- W900KK-26-R-A023
- Agency
-
ACC Orlando
Army Contracting Command, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 541990 All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- PSC
- R499 Support- Professional: Other
- Place of performance
- Orlando, Florida 32826, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
Army Contracting Command - APG Orlando Division seeks Agile Professional Services under solicitation W900KK-26-R-A023 on behalf of Capability Program Executive Simulation, Training, Test and Threat (CPE ST3), with Phase II submissions due November 30, 2026. The procurement is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS 541990 with a $19.5 million size standard, and Phase I proposals closed October 28, 2026.
The contract is Labor Hours/Time and Materials, with a 66-month maximum period of performance: a base period from March 15, 2027 to September 14, 2027 for Agile Development and Transition, five one-year options, and a six-month option through September 14, 2032. The pricing workbook shows a total contract value of $16.5 million. The requirement transitions CPE ST3 from a staffing-based model to a task-based, outcome-driven Agile delivery framework, consolidating multiple legacy SETA and professional support contracts into a single vehicle. No incumbent is named.
Work is performed at Orlando, Florida and Redstone Arsenal, Alabama (24/7 operations), plus Fort Campbell, Fort Hood, Fort Drum, Fort Irwin, Fort Polk, Fort Rucker, Fort Bragg, Hohenfels, Germany, and Camp Humphreys, South Korea. The contractor must maintain a Top-Secret Facility Clearance, with probable Secret, Top Secret, and TS/SCI clearances for certain employees. Key Personnel, specifically the Agile Program Manager, require at least five years of program management experience leading Agile teams (three within the past five years), a current advanced Agile certification (PMI-ACP, CSP, SAFe Agilist, or equivalent), hands-on Jira experience, and TS/SCI eligibility. The Cybersecurity Compliance Gate requires a NIST SP 800-171 Revision 2 assessment score of 110 in SPRS for the prime and all subcontractors. Offerors must submit an OCI Mitigation Plan accepting a Baseline Competitive Exclusion that bars the contractor, subcontractors, and affiliates from CPE ST3 product and hardware development work during performance plus one year. The Government receives Unlimited Rights to deliverables.
Phase I evaluated an Agile Implementation Plan (15 pages), Key Personnel, the Cybersecurity Compliance Gate, and the OCI Mitigation Plan (10 pages) on an Acceptable/Unacceptable basis. Phase II oral presentations are scheduled for December 7–18, 2026 in Orlando. Phase III evaluates the Performance Work Statement, CDRLs, QASP, a 90-day Transition Plan, and price. Award goes to the lowest-priced offeror rated Acceptable on all non-price factors, with all evaluation factors weighted equally. Award notifications are expected March 1, 2027. Offerors must submit fully burdened fixed hourly rates in the Government-provided APS Pricing Workbook, and prices must remain firm for 180 calendar days from the proposal due date.
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*** 11/03/2026: AMENDMENT 06 ISSUED - SEE SUMMARY OF AMENDMENT AT BOTTOM OF POSTING***
***SUMMARY ONLY - SEE ATTACHED COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION DOCUMENT FOR FULL DETAIL***
APS _ Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Brief:
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Commercial Items
Agile Professional Services ("APS”) Department of the Army
Project Name: Agile Professional Services ("APS")
Solicitation Number: W900KK-26-R-A023
NAICS Code: 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services)
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
Contract Type: Labor Hours/T&M
1. General Information
This combined synopsis/solicitation is issued by Army Contracting Command - APG - Orlando Division to procure Agile Professional Services ("APS"). The acquisition is structured to support critical technical and professional operations under a flexible framework, to be proposed and developed by the successful offeror.
Key acquisition parameters include:
• Set-Aside Status: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.
• Small Business Size Standard: $19.5M, or as defined by SBA regulations.
• Primary NAICS Classification: 541990 — All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.
• Contract Vehicle Type: Labor Hours/T&M
2. Solicitation Details
This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This combined synopsis/solicitation is prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2025-06, effective August 27, 2025.and DFARS Publication Notice (DPN) July 2, 2026.
As described in the attached FAR 52.212-2, The Army will adopt aspects of FAR Part 15 evaluation procedures. Considering the novel, and commercial, nature of these services this is deemed necessary to balance fairness, transparency, and competition with the interests of expediency and flexibility
3. Description of Requirement
CPE ST3 has a need for Agile Professional Services (APS) support services to provide the organization with the ability to augment its Military and Government Civilian workforce in order to execute its mission. The services will be limited to providing professional support services, under a Performance Based Services model, to CPE ST3 and CPE ST3 customers for limited requirements which are related to CPE ST3’s mission. Since its inception, CPE ST3 has relied on contractor support to conduct its mission in all phases of life cycle management due to insufficient personnel within the organization to successfully perform the required services. This model of a Government footprint with a scalable contractor workforce has enabled CPE ST3 to be very flexible and agile in its mission to support the changing needs of the Army.
The services to be performed will include related activities in support of all aspects of providing responsive integrated and interoperable infrastructure for simulation, training, testing, and threat solutions. APS support services are required for effective, efficient, and responsive full lifecycle management of efforts to include, but not limited to: vision statements and doctrine, development of architectures, program support (e.g., acquisition and budget planning, business and financial programming and execution, modeling, simulation, simulator, training device, and instrumentation development, documentation, fielding and execution, system analysis and integration, integrated logistics support, strategic planning, contingency and mission support, security cooperation/international relations, program oversight, independent verification validation and test evaluation, prototype development, sustainment and operations, and analysis of emerging technologies support), and subject matter experts on military tactics, techniques, and procedures. Potential areas of growth are envisioned but not limited to be in the areas of Cyber and Information Warfare, Robotics, Unmanned Vehicles, Home Station Training, Multi-Sensory Simulation, Artificial Intelligence, Hypersonics, Directed Energy, Electronic Warfare, Autonomous Systems, Multi-Domain Integration, Target and Threat Systems, Environment Modeling, Human Performance Training, Security Cooperation, Nuclear Engineering, and Medical Training.
The critical performance requirement is the successful development and transition of CPE ST3 from a traditional, staffing-based support model to a task-based, outcome-driven Agile delivery framework that is to be developed by the Performer. Success will be measured by the contractor's ability to develop and iterate, through performance under the resultant contract, a framework that both provides the following, and is able to be replicated across future requirements.
4. Period of Performance / Performance Locations:
Total Performance Period shall not exceed 66-months:
- Base Period – (15-Mar-27 to 14-Sep-27) Agile Development and Transition In
- Option Period 1 – (15-Sep-27 to 14-Sep-28) – Enterprise Performance
- Option Period 2 – (15-Sep-28 to 14-Sep-29) – Enterprise Performance
- Option Period 3 – (15-Sep-29 to 14-Sep-30) – Enterprise Performance
- Option Period 4 – (15-Sep-30 to 14-Sep-31) – Enterprise Performance
- Option Period 5 – (15-Sep-31 to 14-Mar-32) – Enterprise Performance and Transition Out
- Option Period 6 – (15-Mar-32 to 14-Sep-32) – Option to Extend the Term of Service under FAR 52.217-8
* Work will be performed at Government facilities, Contractor facilities, and Remote locations. Primary Government sites include Orlando, FL, and Redstone Arsenal, AL (including 24/7 operations). Additional Government sites include: Fort Campbell, KY; Fort Hood, TX; Fort Drum, NY; Fort Irwin, CA; Fort Polk, LA; Fort Rucker, AL; Fort Bragg, NC; Hohenfels, Germany; and Camp Humphreys, South Korea.
5. Applicable FAR Provisions/Provisions: See Attachment 7.
The provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition and are incorporated by reference or full text as applicable. The full text of the FAR and DFARS clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/.
6. Proposal Submission Instructions
Phase I responses to this solicitation are due by 28 October 2026 / 10:00am (Eastern). Submission due dates for all subsequent Phases will be issued via Advisory Notifications / Invitations.
a. Electronic Submission Requirement
All proposals must be submitted electronically via the Department of Defense Secure Access File Exchange (DoD SAFE) application at https://safe.apps.mil . Hardcopy submissions or proposals sent directly via standard email will not be accepted.
b. Requesting a DoD SAFE "Drop-off Request" Link
Because guest (non-government/commercial) users cannot initiate file uploads on DoD SAFE without a government-issued invitation, all offerors must request a "Drop-off Request" link .
- The Request Process: To receive an upload link, the offeror must send an email to ST3ProfessionalServices@army.mil.
- The Cut-off Deadline: Requests for a DoD SAFE drop-off link must be received no later 10:00am Eastern on 27 October, 2026.
- Link Validity: Once the Government processes your request, you will receive an automated email from DoD SAFE containing a unique link and instructions. This link is valid for exactly 14 days from the date of receipt.
WARNING: The Government will not be held responsible for late proposals resulting from an offeror's failure to request a drop-off link by the established deadline.
c. Submission Protocol
Upon receipt of the automated DoD SAFE email link:
- Click the link inside the automated email to access the secure upload portal.
- Upload all required solicitation attachments, ensuring they are named clearly.
- Click "Submit" or "Drop-off" to complete the upload process.
d. Timeliness of Submissions
- The Submission Timeframe: For a submission to be considered timely, the completed DoD SAFE upload must be finalized, and the automated system notification must arrive in the Government recipients' inboxes on or before the official Proposal Due Date and Time.
- Upload Buffer: Depending on your network speed and the size of your proposal volumes, uploads can take time. Offerors are highly encouraged to start their upload several hours before the deadline. Technical difficulties, network latency, or Offeror delays in upload initiation will not be used as a justification to accept late submissions.
* Late Submissions: Late submissions will be handled in accordance with FAR 52.212-1(f).
See FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors — Commercial Items; for proposal submission instructions.
7. Additional Information
i. Questions: The deadline to submit questions for this RFP has passed.
ii. Security Clearance Requirements: See DD254 for specifics.
a. Probable Facility Clearance without Storage
b. Probable Secret, Top-Secret, and TS/SCI requirements for certain employees.
8. Attachments:
i. Statement of Objectives (SOO), dated 8 September 2026
ii. FAR 52.212-1 – Instructions to Offerors - Proposal Submission instructions
iii. FAR 52.212-2 – Evaluation Criteria – Evaluation Plan
iv. Wage Determinations
a. WD 2015-4377 REV 33 20260820 NC
b. WD 2015-4553 REV 31 20260730 FL
c. WD 2015-4603 REV 34 20260820 AL
d. WD 2015-4631 REV 34 20260812 AL
e. WD 2015-4719 REV 34 20260812 KY
f. WD 2015-5197 REV 33 20260812 LA
g. WD 2015-5237 REV 32 20260812 TX
h. WD 2015-5629 REV 29 20260513 CA
i. WD 2015-5775 REV 32 20260812 NY
v. PWS Template
vi. QASP Template
vii. Provisions and Clauses
viii. CDRLs
a. A001 – Contractor’s Progress and Status Report
b. A002 – Phase-Out Transition Plan
c. A003 – Agile Dashboard
d. A004 – Agile Management Plan
ix. DD 254
a. SAP Addendum (incorporated into Attachment 9 (“ix.”))
b. SCI Addendum (incorporated into Attachment 9 (“ix.”))
x. APS Pricing Workbook
xi. Army DSO JIRA Settings (TO BE PROVIDED PRIOR TO PHASE II PROPOSAL SUBMISSIONS)
xii. Compliance Matrix (Government Format)
Acknowledgement of Amendments:
1. Amendment 01: The purpose of this amendment was to provide Attachment-6_Quality_Assurance_Surveillance_Plan_(QASP)_Proposal_Template_-_APS_20260903
2. Amendment 02: The purpose of this amendment was to do provide responses to Industry questions, to revise the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, to provide for revised submission dates, and to provide updated Attachments 1, 2, 3, 4.e, 5, and 10.
3. Amendment 03: The purpose of this Amendment was to update the proposal submission instructions incorporating submission requirements and instructions for the use of DOD SAFE as the sole method of submission.
4. Amendment 04: The purpose of this amendment was to update the Combined Synopsis Solicitation, Proposal Submission Instructions -1, Evaluation -2, and the Pricing Workbook for clarity and changes to Phase II information. This amendment does NOT impact the Phase I Proposal Submission Requirements / Deadline.
5. Amendment 05: The purpose of this Amendment was to update the following: 1) Revise Section 7 (Proposal Submission Instructions) of the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Attachment, updating the DoDSAFE "drop request" date, updating the submission due date; and 2) Revise Section 6 of the SAM.Gov posting to reflect the above.
6. Amendment 06: The purpose of this Amendment was to update the following: a) Revise Attachment 10 – APS Pricing Workbook with revised Periods of Performance, b) Revise and incorporate the Government’s required template for Attachment 12 – Compliance Matrix, c) Revise Attachment 02 - FAR 52.212-1 – Instructions to Offerors - Proposal Submission instructions with the Government’s required template usage for Attachment 12 – Compliance Matrix, d) Revise Attachment 03 - FAR 52.212-2 – Evaluation Criteria – Evaluation Plan with the Government’s required template usage for Attachment 12 – Compliance Matrix, and e) Revise Section 5 of the SAM.Gov posting for the Period of Performances and Government’s Tentative Milestone Schedule.
**SUMMARY ONLY - SEE ATTACHED COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION DOCUMENT FOR FULL DETAIL***
Update #7 ·
*** 10/23/2026: ATTACHMENT 2, 3, 10, AND THE COMBINED SYNOPSIS SOLICITATION HAVE BEEN UPDATED. THIS IS DOES NOT IMPACT THE PHASE I PROPOSAL SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS OR DEADLINE.***
***SUMMARY ONLY - SEE ATTACHED COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION DOCUMENT FOR FULL DETAIL***
APS _ Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Brief:
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Commercial Items
Agile Professional Services ("APS”) Department of the Army
Project Name: Agile Professional Services ("APS")
Solicitation Number: W900KK-26-R-A023
NAICS Code: 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services)
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
Contract Type: Labor Hours/T&M
1. General Information
This combined synopsis/solicitation is issued by Army Contracting Command - APG - Orlando Division to procure Agile Professional Services ("APS"). The acquisition is structured to support critical technical and professional operations under a flexible framework, to be proposed and developed by the successful offeror.
Key acquisition parameters include:
• Set-Aside Status: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.
• Small Business Size Standard: $19.5M, or as defined by SBA regulations.
• Primary NAICS Classification: 541990 — All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.
• Contract Vehicle Type: Labor Hours/T&M
2. Solicitation Details
This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This combined synopsis/solicitation is prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2025-06, effective August 27, 2025.and DFARS Publication Notice (DPN) July 2, 2026.
As described in the attached FAR 52.212-2, The Army will adopt aspects of FAR Part 15 evaluation procedures. Considering the novel, and commercial, nature of these services this is deemed necessary to balance fairness, transparency, and competition with the interests of expediency and flexibility
3. Description of Requirement
CPE ST3 has a need for Agile Professional Services (APS) support services to provide the organization with the ability to augment its Military and Government Civilian workforce in order to execute its mission. The services will be limited to providing professional support services, under a Performance Based Services model, to CPE ST3 and CPE ST3 customers for limited requirements which are related to CPE ST3’s mission. Since its inception, CPE ST3 has relied on contractor support to conduct its mission in all phases of life cycle management due to insufficient personnel within the organization to successfully perform the required services. This model of a Government footprint with a scalable contractor workforce has enabled CPE ST3 to be very flexible and agile in its mission to support the changing needs of the Army.
The services to be performed will include related activities in support of all aspects of providing responsive integrated and interoperable infrastructure for simulation, training, testing, and threat solutions. APS support services are required for effective, efficient, and responsive full lifecycle management of efforts to include, but not limited to: vision statements and doctrine, development of architectures, program support (e.g., acquisition and budget planning, business and financial programming and execution, modeling, simulation, simulator, training device, and instrumentation development, documentation, fielding and execution, system analysis and integration, integrated logistics support, strategic planning, contingency and mission support, security cooperation/international relations, program oversight, independent verification validation and test evaluation, prototype development, sustainment and operations, and analysis of emerging technologies support), and subject matter experts on military tactics, techniques, and procedures. Potential areas of growth are envisioned but not limited to be in the areas of Cyber and Information Warfare, Robotics, Unmanned Vehicles, Home Station Training, Multi-Sensory Simulation, Artificial Intelligence, Hypersonics, Directed Energy, Electronic Warfare, Autonomous Systems, Multi-Domain Integration, Target and Threat Systems, Environment Modeling, Human Performance Training, Security Cooperation, Nuclear Engineering, and Medical Training.
The critical performance requirement is the successful development and transition of CPE ST3 from a traditional, staffing-based support model to a task-based, outcome-driven Agile delivery framework that is to be developed by the Performer. Success will be measured by the contractor's ability to develop and iterate, through performance under the resultant contract, a framework that both provides the following, and is able to be replicated across future requirements.
4. Period of Performance / Performance Locations:
Total Performance Period shall not exceed 66-months:
- Base Period – (15-Mar-27 to 14-Sep-27) Agile Development and Transition In
- Option Period 1 – (15-Sep-27 to 14-Sep-28) – Enterprise Performance
- Option Period 2 – (15-Sep-28 to 14-Sep-29) – Enterprise Performance
- Option Period 3 – (15-Sep-29 to 14-Sep-30) – Enterprise Performance
- Option Period 4 – (15-Sep-30 to 14-Sep-31) – Enterprise Performance
- Option Period 5 – (15-Sep-31 to 14-Mar-32) – Enterprise Performance and Transition Out
- Option Period 6 – (15-Mar-32 to 14-Sep-32) – Option to Extend the Term of Service under FAR 52.217-8
* Work will be performed at Government facilities, Contractor facilities, and Remote locations. Primary Government sites include Orlando, FL, and Redstone Arsenal, AL (including 24/7 operations). Additional Government sites include: Fort Campbell, KY; Fort Hood, TX; Fort Drum, NY; Fort Irwin, CA; Fort Polk, LA; Fort Rucker, AL; Fort Bragg, NC; Hohenfels, Germany; and Camp Humphreys, South Korea.
5. Applicable FAR Provisions/Provisions: See Attachment 7.
The provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition and are incorporated by reference or full text as applicable. The full text of the FAR and DFARS clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/.
6. Proposal Submission Instructions
Phase I responses to this solicitation are due by 28 October 2026 / 10:00am (Eastern). Submission due dates for all subsequent Phases will be issued via Advisory Notifications / Invitations.
a. Electronic Submission Requirement
All proposals must be submitted electronically via the Department of Defense Secure Access File Exchange (DoD SAFE) application at https://safe.apps.mil . Hardcopy submissions or proposals sent directly via standard email will not be accepted.
b. Requesting a DoD SAFE "Drop-off Request" Link
Because guest (non-government/commercial) users cannot initiate file uploads on DoD SAFE without a government-issued invitation, all offerors must request a "Drop-off Request" link .
- The Request Process: To receive an upload link, the offeror must send an email to ST3ProfessionalServices@army.mil.
- The Cut-off Deadline: Requests for a DoD SAFE drop-off link must be received no later 10:00am Eastern on 27 October, 2026.
- Link Validity: Once the Government processes your request, you will receive an automated email from DoD SAFE containing a unique link and instructions. This link is valid for exactly 14 days from the date of receipt.
WARNING: The Government will not be held responsible for late proposals resulting from an offeror's failure to request a drop-off link by the established deadline.
c. Submission Protocol
Upon receipt of the automated DoD SAFE email link:
- Click the link inside the automated email to access the secure upload portal.
- Upload all required solicitation attachments, ensuring they are named clearly.
- Click "Submit" or "Drop-off" to complete the upload process.
d. Timeliness of Submissions
- The Submission Timeframe: For a submission to be considered timely, the completed DoD SAFE upload must be finalized, and the automated system notification must arrive in the Government recipients' inboxes on or before the official Proposal Due Date and Time.
- Upload Buffer: Depending on your network speed and the size of your proposal volumes, uploads can take time. Offerors are highly encouraged to start their upload several hours before the deadline. Technical difficulties, network latency, or Offeror delays in upload initiation will not be used as a justification to accept late submissions.
* Late Submissions: Late submissions will be handled in accordance with FAR 52.212-1(f).
See FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors — Commercial Items; for proposal submission instructions.
7. Additional Information
i. Questions: The deadline to submit questions for this RFP has passed.
ii. Security Clearance Requirements: See DD254 for specifics.
a. Probable Facility Clearance without Storage
b. Probable Secret, Top-Secret, and TS/SCI requirements for certain employees.
8. Attachments:
i. Statement of Objectives (SOO), dated 8 September 2026
ii. FAR 52.212-1 – Instructions to Offerors - Proposal Submission instructions
iii. FAR 52.212-2 – Evaluation Criteria – Evaluation Plan
iv. Wage Determinations
a. WD 2015-4377 REV 33 20260820 NC
b. WD 2015-4553 REV 31 20260730 FL
c. WD 2015-4603 REV 34 20260820 AL
d. WD 2015-4631 REV 34 20260812 AL
e. WD 2015-4719 REV 34 20260812 KY
f. WD 2015-5197 REV 33 20260812 LA
g. WD 2015-5237 REV 32 20260812 TX
h. WD 2015-5629 REV 29 20260513 CA
i. WD 2015-5775 REV 32 20260812 NY
v. PWS Template
vi. QASP Template
vii. Provisions and Clauses
viii. CDRLs
a. A001 – Contractor’s Progress and Status Report
b. A002 – Phase-Out Transition Plan
c. A003 – Agile Dashboard
d. A004 – Agile Management Plan
ix. DD 254
a. SAP Addendum (incorporated into Attachment 9 (“ix.”))
b. SCI Addendum (incorporated into Attachment 9 (“ix.”))
x. APS Pricing Workbook
xi. Army DSO JIRA Settings (TO BE PROVIDED PRIOR TO PHASE II PROPOSAL SUBMISSIONS)
xii. Compliance Matrix (Government Format)
Acknowledgement of Amendments:
1. Amendment 01: The purpose of this amendment was to provide Attachment-6_Quality_Assurance_Surveillance_Plan_(QASP)_Proposal_Template_-_APS_20260903
2. Amendment 02: The purpose of this amendment was to do provide responses to Industry questions, to revise the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, to provide for revised submission dates, and to provide updated Attachments 1, 2, 3, 4.e, 5, and 10.
3. Amendment 03: The purpose of this Amendment was to update the proposal submission instructions incorporating submission requirements and instructions for the use of DOD SAFE as the sole method of submission.
4. Amendment 04: The purpose of this amendment was to update the Combined Synopsis Solicitation, Proposal Submission Instructions -1, Evaluation -2, and the Pricing Workbook for clarity and changes to Phase II information. This amendment does NOT impact the Phase I Proposal Submission Requirements / Deadline.
5. Amendment 05: The purpose of this Amendment was to update the following: 1) Revise Section 7 (Proposal Submission Instructions) of the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Attachment, updating the DoDSAFE "drop request" date, updating the submission due date; and 2) Revise Section 6 of the SAM.Gov posting to reflect the above.
6. Amendment 06: The purpose of this Amendment was to update the following: a) Revise Attachment 10 – APS Pricing Workbook with revised Periods of Performance, b) Revise and incorporate the Government’s required template for Attachment 12 – Compliance Matrix, c) Revise Attachment 02 - FAR 52.212-1 – Instructions to Offerors - Proposal Submission instructions with the Government’s required template usage for Attachment 12 – Compliance Matrix, d) Revise Attachment 03 - FAR 52.212-2 – Evaluation Criteria – Evaluation Plan with the Government’s required template usage for Attachment 12 – Compliance Matrix, and e) Revise Section 5 of the SAM.Gov posting for the Period of Performances and Government’s Tentative Milestone Schedule.
**SUMMARY ONLY - SEE ATTACHED COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION DOCUMENT FOR FULL DETAIL***
Update #6 ·
*** 10/23/2026: ATTACHMENT 2, 3, 10, AND THE COMBINED SYNOPSIS SOLICITATION HAVE BEEN UPDATED. THIS IS DOES NOT IMPACT THE PHASE I PROPOSAL SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS OR DEADLINE.***
***SUMMARY ONLY - SEE ATTACHED COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION DOCUMENT FOR FULL DETAIL***
APS _ Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Brief:
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Commercial Items
Agile Professional Services ("APS”) Department of the Army
Project Name: Agile Professional Services ("APS")
Solicitation Number: W900KK-26-R-A023
NAICS Code: 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services)
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
Contract Type: Labor Hours/T&M
1. General Information
This combined synopsis/solicitation is issued by Army Contracting Command - APG - Orlando Division to procure Agile Professional Services ("APS"). The acquisition is structured to support critical technical and professional operations under a flexible framework, to be proposed and developed by the successful offeror.
Key acquisition parameters include:
• Set-Aside Status: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.
• Small Business Size Standard: $19.5M, or as defined by SBA regulations.
• Primary NAICS Classification: 541990 — All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.
• Contract Vehicle Type: Labor Hours/T&M
2. Solicitation Details
This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This combined synopsis/solicitation is prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2025-06, effective August 27, 2025.and DFARS Publication Notice (DPN) July 2, 2026.
As described in the attached FAR 52.212-2, The Army will adopt aspects of FAR Part 15 evaluation procedures. Considering the novel, and commercial, nature of these services this is deemed necessary to balance fairness, transparency, and competition with the interests of expediency and flexibility
3. Description of Requirement
CPE ST3 has a need for Agile Professional Services (APS) support services to provide the organization with the ability to augment its Military and Government Civilian workforce in order to execute its mission. The services will be limited to providing professional support services, under a Performance Based Services model, to CPE ST3 and CPE ST3 customers for limited requirements which are related to CPE ST3’s mission. Since its inception, CPE ST3 has relied on contractor support to conduct its mission in all phases of life cycle management due to insufficient personnel within the organization to successfully perform the required services. This model of a Government footprint with a scalable contractor workforce has enabled CPE ST3 to be very flexible and agile in its mission to support the changing needs of the Army.
The services to be performed will include related activities in support of all aspects of providing responsive integrated and interoperable infrastructure for simulation, training, testing, and threat solutions. APS support services are required for effective, efficient, and responsive full lifecycle management of efforts to include, but not limited to: vision statements and doctrine, development of architectures, program support (e.g., acquisition and budget planning, business and financial programming and execution, modeling, simulation, simulator, training device, and instrumentation development, documentation, fielding and execution, system analysis and integration, integrated logistics support, strategic planning, contingency and mission support, security cooperation/international relations, program oversight, independent verification validation and test evaluation, prototype development, sustainment and operations, and analysis of emerging technologies support), and subject matter experts on military tactics, techniques, and procedures. Potential areas of growth are envisioned but not limited to be in the areas of Cyber and Information Warfare, Robotics, Unmanned Vehicles, Home Station Training, Multi-Sensory Simulation, Artificial Intelligence, Hypersonics, Directed Energy, Electronic Warfare, Autonomous Systems, Multi-Domain Integration, Target and Threat Systems, Environment Modeling, Human Performance Training, Security Cooperation, Nuclear Engineering, and Medical Training.
The critical performance requirement is the successful development and transition of CPE ST3 from a traditional, staffing-based support model to a task-based, outcome-driven Agile delivery framework that is to be developed by the Performer. Success will be measured by the contractor's ability to develop and iterate, through performance under the resultant contract, a framework that both provides the following, and is able to be replicated across future requirements.
4. Period of Performance / Performance Locations:
Total Performance Period shall not exceed 66-months:
• Base Period – (15-Feb-27 to 14-Aug-27) Agile Development and Transition In
• Option Period 1 – (15-Aug-27 to 14-Aug-28) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 2 – (15-Aug-28 to 14-Aug-29) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 3 – (15-Aug-29 to 14-Aug-30) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 4 – (15-Aug-30 to 14-Aug-31) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 5 – (15-Aug-31 to 14-Feb-32) – Enterprise Performance and Transition Out
• Option Period 6 – (15-Feb-32 to 14-Aug-32) – Option to Extend the Term of Service under FAR 52.217-8
* Work will be performed at Government facilities, Contractor facilities, and Remote locations. Primary Government sites include Orlando, FL, and Redstone Arsenal, AL (including 24/7 operations). Additional Government sites include: Fort Campbell, KY; Fort Hood, TX; Fort Drum, NY; Fort Irwin, CA; Fort Polk, LA; Fort Rucker, AL; Fort Bragg, NC; Hohenfels, Germany; and Camp Humphreys, South Korea.
5. Applicable FAR Provisions/Provisions: See Attachment 7.
The provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition and are incorporated by reference or full text as applicable. The full text of the FAR and DFARS clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/.
6. Proposal Submission Instructions
Phase I responses to this solicitation are due by 28 October 2026 / 10:00am (Eastern). Submission due dates for all subsequent Phases will be issued via Advisory Notifications / Invitations.
a. Electronic Submission Requirement
All proposals must be submitted electronically via the Department of Defense Secure Access File Exchange (DoD SAFE) application at https://safe.apps.mil . Hardcopy submissions or proposals sent directly via standard email will not be accepted.
b. Requesting a DoD SAFE "Drop-off Request" Link
Because guest (non-government/commercial) users cannot initiate file uploads on DoD SAFE without a government-issued invitation, all offerors must request a "Drop-off Request" link .
- The Request Process: To receive an upload link, the offeror must send an email to ST3ProfessionalServices@army.mil.
- The Cut-off Deadline: Requests for a DoD SAFE drop-off link must be received no later 10:00am Eastern on 27 October, 2026.
- Link Validity: Once the Government processes your request, you will receive an automated email from DoD SAFE containing a unique link and instructions. This link is valid for exactly 14 days from the date of receipt.
WARNING: The Government will not be held responsible for late proposals resulting from an offeror's failure to request a drop-off link by the established deadline.
c. Submission Protocol
Upon receipt of the automated DoD SAFE email link:
- Click the link inside the automated email to access the secure upload portal.
- Upload all required solicitation attachments, ensuring they are named clearly.
- Click "Submit" or "Drop-off" to complete the upload process.
d. Timeliness of Submissions
- The Submission Timeframe: For a submission to be considered timely, the completed DoD SAFE upload must be finalized, and the automated system notification must arrive in the Government recipients' inboxes on or before the official Proposal Due Date and Time.
- Upload Buffer: Depending on your network speed and the size of your proposal volumes, uploads can take time. Offerors are highly encouraged to start their upload several hours before the deadline. Technical difficulties, network latency, or Offeror delays in upload initiation will not be used as a justification to accept late submissions.
* Late Submissions: Late submissions will be handled in accordance with FAR 52.212-1(f).
See FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors — Commercial Items; for proposal submission instructions.
7. Additional Information
i. Questions: The deadline to submit questions for this RFP has passed.
ii. Security Clearance Requirements: See DD254 for specifics.
a. Probable Facility Clearance without Storage
b. Probable Secret, Top-Secret, and TS/SCI requirements for certain employees.
8. Attachments:
i. Statement of Objectives (SOO), dated 8 September 2026
ii. FAR 52.212-1 – Instructions to Offerors - Proposal Submission instructions
iii. FAR 52.212-2 – Evaluation Criteria – Evaluation Plan
iv. Wage Determinations
a. WD 2015-4377 REV 33 20260820 NC
b. WD 2015-4553 REV 31 20260730 FL
c. WD 2015-4603 REV 34 20260820 AL
d. WD 2015-4631 REV 34 20260812 AL
e. WD 2015-4719 REV 34 20260812 KY
f. WD 2015-5197 REV 33 20260812 LA
g. WD 2015-5237 REV 32 20260812 TX
h. WD 2015-5629 REV 29 20260513 CA
i. WD 2015-5775 REV 32 20260812 NY
v. PWS Template
vi. QASP Template
vii. Provisions and Clauses
viii. CDRLs
a. A001 – Contractor’s Progress and Status Report
b. A002 – Phase-Out Transition Plan
c. A003 – Agile Dashboard
d. A004 – Agile Management Plan
ix. DD 254
a. SAP Addendum (incorporated into Attachment 9 (“ix.”))
b. SCI Addendum (incorporated into Attachment 9 (“ix.”))
x. APS Pricing Workbook
xi. Army DSO JIRA Settings (TO BE PROVIDED PRIOR TO PHASE II PROPOSAL SUBMISSIONS)
xii. Compliance Matrix (Offeror's Format in MS Excel)
Acknowledgement of Amendments:
1. Amendment 01: The purpose of this amendment was to provide Attachment-6_Quality_Assurance_Surveillance_Plan_(QASP)_Proposal_Template_-_APS_20260903
2. Amendment 02: The purpose of this amendment was to do provide responses to Industry questions, to revise the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, to provide for revised submission dates, and to provide updated Attachments 1, 2, 3, 4.e, 5, and 10.
3. Amendment 03: The purpose of this Amendment was to update the proposal submission instructions incorporating submission requirements and instructions for the use of DOD SAFE as the sole method of submission.
4. Amendment 04: The purpose of this amendment was to update the Combined Synopsis Solicitation, Proposal Submission Instructions -1, Evaluation -2, and the Pricing Workbook for clarity and changes to Phase II information. This amendment does NOT impact the Phase I Proposal Submission Requirements / Deadline.
Amendment 05: The purpose of this Amendment was to update the following: 1) Revise Section 7 (Proposal Submission Instructions) of the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Attachment, updating the DoDSAFE "drop request" date, updating the submission due date; and 2) Revise Section 6 of the SAM.Gov posting to reflect the above.
**SUMMARY ONLY - SEE ATTACHED COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION DOCUMENT FOR FULL DETAIL***
Update #5 ·
*** 10/23/2026: ATTACHMENT 2, 3, 10, AND THE COMBINED SYNOPSIS SOLICITATION HAVE BEEN UPDATED. THIS IS DOES NOT IMPACT THE PHASE I PROPOSAL SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS OR DEADLINE.***
***SUMMARY ONLY - SEE ATTACHED COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION DOCUMENT FOR FULL DETAIL***
APS _ Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Brief:
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Commercial Items
Agile Professional Services ("APS”) Department of the Army
Project Name: Agile Professional Services ("APS")
Solicitation Number: W900KK-26-R-A023
NAICS Code: 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services)
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
Contract Type: Labor Hours/T&M
1. General Information
This combined synopsis/solicitation is issued by Army Contracting Command - APG - Orlando Division to procure Agile Professional Services ("APS"). The acquisition is structured to support critical technical and professional operations under a flexible framework, to be proposed and developed by the successful offeror.
Key acquisition parameters include:
• Set-Aside Status: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.
• Small Business Size Standard: $19.5M, or as defined by SBA regulations.
• Primary NAICS Classification: 541990 — All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.
• Contract Vehicle Type: Labor Hours/T&M
2. Solicitation Details
This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This combined synopsis/solicitation is prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2025-06, effective August 27, 2025.and DFARS Publication Notice (DPN) July 2, 2026.
As described in the attached FAR 52.212-2, The Army will adopt aspects of FAR Part 15 evaluation procedures. Considering the novel, and commercial, nature of these services this is deemed necessary to balance fairness, transparency, and competition with the interests of expediency and flexibility
3. Description of Requirement
CPE ST3 has a need for Agile Professional Services (APS) support services to provide the organization with the ability to augment its Military and Government Civilian workforce in order to execute its mission. The services will be limited to providing professional support services, under a Performance Based Services model, to CPE ST3 and CPE ST3 customers for limited requirements which are related to CPE ST3’s mission. Since its inception, CPE ST3 has relied on contractor support to conduct its mission in all phases of life cycle management due to insufficient personnel within the organization to successfully perform the required services. This model of a Government footprint with a scalable contractor workforce has enabled CPE ST3 to be very flexible and agile in its mission to support the changing needs of the Army.
The services to be performed will include related activities in support of all aspects of providing responsive integrated and interoperable infrastructure for simulation, training, testing, and threat solutions. APS support services are required for effective, efficient, and responsive full lifecycle management of efforts to include, but not limited to: vision statements and doctrine, development of architectures, program support (e.g., acquisition and budget planning, business and financial programming and execution, modeling, simulation, simulator, training device, and instrumentation development, documentation, fielding and execution, system analysis and integration, integrated logistics support, strategic planning, contingency and mission support, security cooperation/international relations, program oversight, independent verification validation and test evaluation, prototype development, sustainment and operations, and analysis of emerging technologies support), and subject matter experts on military tactics, techniques, and procedures. Potential areas of growth are envisioned but not limited to be in the areas of Cyber and Information Warfare, Robotics, Unmanned Vehicles, Home Station Training, Multi-Sensory Simulation, Artificial Intelligence, Hypersonics, Directed Energy, Electronic Warfare, Autonomous Systems, Multi-Domain Integration, Target and Threat Systems, Environment Modeling, Human Performance Training, Security Cooperation, Nuclear Engineering, and Medical Training.
The critical performance requirement is the successful development and transition of CPE ST3 from a traditional, staffing-based support model to a task-based, outcome-driven Agile delivery framework that is to be developed by the Performer. Success will be measured by the contractor's ability to develop and iterate, through performance under the resultant contract, a framework that both provides the following, and is able to be replicated across future requirements.
4. Period of Performance / Performance Locations:
Total Performance Period shall not exceed 66-months:
• Base Period – (15-Feb-27 to 14-Aug-27) Agile Development and Transition In
• Option Period 1 – (15-Aug-27 to 14-Aug-28) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 2 – (15-Aug-28 to 14-Aug-29) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 3 – (15-Aug-29 to 14-Aug-30) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 4 – (15-Aug-30 to 14-Aug-31) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 5 – (15-Aug-31 to 14-Feb-32) – Enterprise Performance and Transition Out
• Option Period 6 – (15-Feb-32 to 14-Aug-32) – Option to Extend the Term of Service under FAR 52.217-8
* Work will be performed at Government facilities, Contractor facilities, and Remote locations. Primary Government sites include Orlando, FL, and Redstone Arsenal, AL (including 24/7 operations). Additional Government sites include: Fort Campbell, KY; Fort Hood, TX; Fort Drum, NY; Fort Irwin, CA; Fort Polk, LA; Fort Rucker, AL; Fort Bragg, NC; Hohenfels, Germany; and Camp Humphreys, South Korea.
5. Applicable FAR Provisions/Provisions: See Attachment 7.
The provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition and are incorporated by reference or full text as applicable. The full text of the FAR and DFARS clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/.
6. Proposal Submission Instructions
Phase I responses to this solicitation are due by 25 October 2026 / 11:59pm (Eastern). Submission due dates for all subsequent Phases will be issued via Advisory Notifications / Invitations.
a. Electronic Submission Requirement
All proposals must be submitted electronically via the Department of Defense Secure Access File Exchange (DoD SAFE) application at https://safe.apps.mil . Hardcopy submissions or proposals sent directly via standard email will not be accepted.
b. Requesting a DoD SAFE "Drop-off Request" Link
Because guest (non-government/commercial) users cannot initiate file uploads on DoD SAFE without a government-issued invitation, all offerors must request a "Drop-off Request" link .
- The Request Process: To receive an upload link, the offeror must send an email to ST3ProfessionalServices@army.mil.
- The Cut-off Deadline: Requests for a DoD SAFE drop-off link must be received no later 12:00pm Eastern on 22 October, 2026.
- Link Validity: Once the Government processes your request, you will receive an automated email from DoD SAFE containing a unique link and instructions. This link is valid for exactly 14 days from the date of receipt.
WARNING: The Government will not be held responsible for late proposals resulting from an offeror's failure to request a drop-off link by the established deadline.
c. Submission Protocol
Upon receipt of the automated DoD SAFE email link:
- Click the link inside the automated email to access the secure upload portal.
- Upload all required solicitation attachments, ensuring they are named clearly.
- In the "To:" recipient section of the DoD SAFE page, ensure that only the official Government Points of Contact listed in this solicitation are designated as recipients.
- Branch Chief / Contracting Officer: Lovisa D. Parks, Lovisa.d.parks.civ@army.mil
- Team Lead / Contracting Officer: Troy D. Darling, troy.d.darling.civ@army.mil
- Contract Specialist: Constance Hastings, constance.k.hastings.civ@army.mil
- Contract Specialist: Sophia Dasilva, sophia.g.dasilva.civ@army.mil
- Click "Submit" or "Drop-off" to complete the upload process.
d. Timeliness of Submissions
- The Submission Timeframe: For a submission to be considered timely, the completed DoD SAFE upload must be finalized, and the automated system notification must arrive in the Government recipients' inboxes on or before the official Proposal Due Date and Time.
- Upload Buffer: Depending on your network speed and the size of your proposal volumes, uploads can take time. Offerors are highly encouraged to start their upload several hours before the deadline. Technical difficulties, network latency, or Offeror delays in upload initiation will not be used as a justification to accept late submissions.
* Late Submissions: Late submissions will be handled in accordance with FAR 52.212-1(f).
See FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors — Commercial Items; for proposal submission instructions.
7. Additional Information
i. Questions: The deadline to submit questions for this RFP has passed.
ii. Security Clearance Requirements: See DD254 for specifics.
a. Probable Facility Clearance without Storage
b. Probable Secret, Top-Secret, and TS/SCI requirements for certain employees.
8. Attachments:
i. Statement of Objectives (SOO), dated 8 September 2026
ii. FAR 52.212-1 – Instructions to Offerors - Proposal Submission instructions
iii. FAR 52.212-2 – Evaluation Criteria – Evaluation Plan
iv. Wage Determinations
a. WD 2015-4377 REV 33 20260820 NC
b. WD 2015-4553 REV 31 20260730 FL
c. WD 2015-4603 REV 34 20260820 AL
d. WD 2015-4631 REV 34 20260812 AL
e. WD 2015-4719 REV 34 20260812 KY
f. WD 2015-5197 REV 33 20260812 LA
g. WD 2015-5237 REV 32 20260812 TX
h. WD 2015-5629 REV 29 20260513 CA
i. WD 2015-5775 REV 32 20260812 NY
v. PWS Template
vi. QASP Template
vii. Provisions and Clauses
viii. CDRLs
a. A001 – Contractor’s Progress and Status Report
b. A002 – Phase-Out Transition Plan
c. A003 – Agile Dashboard
d. A004 – Agile Management Plan
ix. DD 254
a. SAP Addendum (incorporated into Attachment 9 (“ix.”))
b. SCI Addendum (incorporated into Attachment 9 (“ix.”))
x. APS Pricing Workbook
xi. Army DSO JIRA Settings (TO BE PROVIDED PRIOR TO PHASE II PROPOSAL SUBMISSIONS)
xii. Compliance Matrix (Offeror's Format in MS Excel)
Acknowledgement of Amendments:
1. Amendment 01: The purpose of this amendment was to provide Attachment-6_Quality_Assurance_Surveillance_Plan_(QASP)_Proposal_Template_-_APS_20260903
2. Amendment 02: The purpose of this amendment was to do provide responses to Industry questions, to revise the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, to provide for revised submission dates, and to provide updated Attachments 1, 2, 3, 4.e, 5, and 10.
3. Amendment 03: The purpose of this Amendment was to update the proposal submission instructions incorporating submission requirements and instructions for the use of DOD SAFE as the sole method of submission.
4. Amendment 04: The purpose of this amendment was to update the Combined Synopsis Solicitation, Proposal Submission Instructions -1, Evaluation -2, and the Pricing Workbook for clarity and changes to Phase II information. This amendment does NOT impact the Phase I Proposal Submission Requirements / Deadline.
***SUMMARY ONLY - SEE ATTACHED COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION DOCUMENT FOR FULL DETAIL***
Update #4 ·
*** 10/20/2026: PROPOSAL SUBMISSION UPDATE - SEE UPDATED PROPOSAL SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS***
***SUMMARY ONLY - SEE ATTACHED COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION DOCUMENT FOR FULL DETAIL***
APS _ Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Brief:
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Commercial Items
Agile Professional Services ("APS”) Department of the Army
Project Name: Agile Professional Services ("APS")
Solicitation Number: W900KK-26-R-A023
NAICS Code: 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services)
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
Contract Type: Labor Hours/T&M
1. General Information
This combined synopsis/solicitation is issued by Army Contracting Command - APG - Orlando Division to procure Agile Professional Services ("APS"). The acquisition is structured to support critical technical and professional operations under a flexible framework, to be proposed and developed by the successful offeror.
Key acquisition parameters include:
• Set-Aside Status: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.
• Small Business Size Standard: $19.5M, or as defined by SBA regulations.
• Primary NAICS Classification: 541990 — All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.
• Contract Vehicle Type: Labor Hours/T&M
2. Solicitation Details
This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This combined synopsis/solicitation is prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2025-06, effective August 27, 2025.and DFARS Publication Notice (DPN) July 2, 2026.
As described in the attached FAR 52.212-2, The Army will adopt aspects of FAR Part 15 evaluation procedures. Considering the novel, and commercial, nature of these services this is deemed necessary to balance fairness, transparency, and competition with the interests of expediency and flexibility
3. Description of Requirement
CPE ST3 has a need for Agile Professional Services (APS) support services to provide the organization with the ability to augment its Military and Government Civilian workforce in order to execute its mission. The services will be limited to providing professional support services, under a Performance Based Services model, to CPE ST3 and CPE ST3 customers for limited requirements which are related to CPE ST3’s mission. Since its inception, CPE ST3 has relied on contractor support to conduct its mission in all phases of life cycle management due to insufficient personnel within the organization to successfully perform the required services. This model of a Government footprint with a scalable contractor workforce has enabled CPE ST3 to be very flexible and agile in its mission to support the changing needs of the Army.
The services to be performed will include related activities in support of all aspects of providing responsive integrated and interoperable infrastructure for simulation, training, testing, and threat solutions. APS support services are required for effective, efficient, and responsive full lifecycle management of efforts to include, but not limited to: vision statements and doctrine, development of architectures, program support (e.g., acquisition and budget planning, business and financial programming and execution, modeling, simulation, simulator, training device, and instrumentation development, documentation, fielding and execution, system analysis and integration, integrated logistics support, strategic planning, contingency and mission support, security cooperation/international relations, program oversight, independent verification validation and test evaluation, prototype development, sustainment and operations, and analysis of emerging technologies support), and subject matter experts on military tactics, techniques, and procedures. Potential areas of growth are envisioned but not limited to be in the areas of Cyber and Information Warfare, Robotics, Unmanned Vehicles, Home Station Training, Multi-Sensory Simulation, Artificial Intelligence, Hypersonics, Directed Energy, Electronic Warfare, Autonomous Systems, Multi-Domain Integration, Target and Threat Systems, Environment Modeling, Human Performance Training, Security Cooperation, Nuclear Engineering, and Medical Training.
The critical performance requirement is the successful development and transition of CPE ST3 from a traditional, staffing-based support model to a task-based, outcome-driven Agile delivery framework that is to be developed by the Performer. Success will be measured by the contractor's ability to develop and iterate, through performance under the resultant contract, a framework that both provides the following, and is able to be replicated across future requirements.
4. Period of Performance / Performance Locations:
Total Performance Period shall not exceed 66-months:
• Base Period – (15-Feb-27 to 14-Aug-27) Agile Development and Transition In
• Option Period 1 – (15-Aug-27 to 14-Aug-28) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 2 – (15-Aug-28 to 14-Aug-29) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 3 – (15-Aug-29 to 14-Aug-30) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 4 – (15-Aug-30 to 14-Aug-31) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 5 – (15-Aug-31 to 14-Feb-32) – Enterprise Performance and Transition Out
• Option Period 6 – (15-Feb-32 to 14-Aug-32) – Option to Extend the Term of Service under FAR 52.217-8
* Work will be performed at Government facilities, Contractor facilities, and Remote locations. Primary Government sites include Orlando, FL, and Redstone Arsenal, AL (including 24/7 operations). Additional Government sites include: Fort Campbell, KY; Fort Hood, TX; Fort Drum, NY; Fort Irwin, CA; Fort Polk, LA; Fort Rucker, AL; Fort Bragg, NC; Hohenfels, Germany; and Camp Humphreys, South Korea.
5. Applicable FAR Provisions/Provisions: See Attachment 7.
The provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition and are incorporated by reference or full text as applicable. The full text of the FAR and DFARS clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/.
6. Proposal Submission Instructions
Phase I responses to this solicitation are due by 25 October 2026 / 11:59pm (Eastern). Submission due dates for all subsequent Phases will be issued via Advisory Notifications / Invitations.
a. Electronic Submission Requirement
All proposals must be submitted electronically via the Department of Defense Secure Access File Exchange (DoD SAFE) application at https://safe.apps.mil . Hardcopy submissions or proposals sent directly via standard email will not be accepted.
b. Requesting a DoD SAFE "Drop-off Request" Link
Because guest (non-government/commercial) users cannot initiate file uploads on DoD SAFE without a government-issued invitation, all offerors must request a "Drop-off Request" link .
- The Request Process: To receive an upload link, the offeror must send an email to ST3ProfessionalServices@army.mil.
- The Cut-off Deadline: Requests for a DoD SAFE drop-off link must be received no later 12:00pm Eastern on 22 October, 2026.
- Link Validity: Once the Government processes your request, you will receive an automated email from DoD SAFE containing a unique link and instructions. This link is valid for exactly 14 days from the date of receipt.
WARNING: The Government will not be held responsible for late proposals resulting from an offeror's failure to request a drop-off link by the established deadline.
c. Submission Protocol
Upon receipt of the automated DoD SAFE email link:
- Click the link inside the automated email to access the secure upload portal.
- Upload all required solicitation attachments, ensuring they are named clearly.
- In the "To:" recipient section of the DoD SAFE page, ensure that only the official Government Points of Contact listed in this solicitation are designated as recipients.
- Branch Chief / Contracting Officer: Lovisa D. Parks, Lovisa.d.parks.civ@army.mil
- Team Lead / Contracting Officer: Troy D. Darling, troy.d.darling.civ@army.mil
- Contract Specialist: Constance Hastings, constance.k.hastings.civ@army.mil
- Contract Specialist: Sophia Dasilva, sophia.g.dasilva.civ@army.mil
- Click "Submit" or "Drop-off" to complete the upload process.
d. Timeliness of Submissions
- The Submission Timeframe: For a submission to be considered timely, the completed DoD SAFE upload must be finalized, and the automated system notification must arrive in the Government recipients' inboxes on or before the official Proposal Due Date and Time.
- Upload Buffer: Depending on your network speed and the size of your proposal volumes, uploads can take time. Offerors are highly encouraged to start their upload several hours before the deadline. Technical difficulties, network latency, or Offeror delays in upload initiation will not be used as a justification to accept late submissions.
* Late Submissions: Late submissions will be handled in accordance with FAR 52.212-1(f).
See FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors — Commercial Items; for proposal submission instructions.
7. Additional Information
i. Questions: The deadline to submit questions for this RFP has passed.
ii. Security Clearance Requirements: See DD254 for specifics.
a. Probable Facility Clearance without Storage
b. Probable Secret, Top-Secret, and TS/SCI requirements for certain employees.
8. Attachments:
i. Statement of Objectives (SOO), dated 8 September 2026
ii. FAR 52.212-1 – Instructions to Offerors - Proposal Submission instructions
iii. FAR 52.212-2 – Evaluation Criteria – Evaluation Plan
iv. Wage Determinations
a. WD 2015-4377 REV 33 20260820 NC
b. WD 2015-4553 REV 31 20260730 FL
c. WD 2015-4603 REV 34 20260820 AL
d. WD 2015-4631 REV 34 20260812 AL
e. WD 2015-4719 REV 34 20260812 KY
f. WD 2015-5197 REV 33 20260812 LA
g. WD 2015-5237 REV 32 20260812 TX
h. WD 2015-5629 REV 29 20260513 CA
i. WD 2015-5775 REV 32 20260812 NY
v. PWS Template
vi. QASP Template
vii. Provisions and Clauses
viii. CDRLs
a. A001 – Contractor’s Progress and Status Report
b. A002 – Phase-Out Transition Plan
c. A003 – Agile Dashboard
d. A004 – Agile Management Plan
ix. DD 254
a. SAP Addendum (incorporated into Attachment 9 (“ix.”))
b. SCI Addendum (incorporated into Attachment 9 (“ix.”))
x. APS Pricing Workbook
xi. Army DSO JIRA Settings (TO BE PROVIDED PRIOR TO PHASE II PROPOSAL SUBMISSIONS)
xii. Compliance Matrix (Offeror's Format in MS Excel)
Acknowledgement of Amendments:
1. Amendment 01: The purpose of this amendment was to provide Attachment-6_Quality_Assurance_Surveillance_Plan_(QASP)_Proposal_Template_-_APS_20260903
2. Amendment 02: The purpose of this amendment was to do provide responses to Industry questions, to revise the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, to provide for revised submission dates, and to provide updated Attachments 1, 2, 3, 4.e, 5, and 10.
3. Amendment 03: The purpose of this Amendment was to update the proposal submission instructions incorporating submission requirements and instructions for the use of SoS SAFE as the sole method of submission.
***SUMMARY ONLY - SEE ATTACHED COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION DOCUMENT FOR FULL DETAIL***
Update #3 ·
***SUMMARY ONLY - SEE ATTACHED COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION DOCUMENT FOR FULL DETAIL***
APS _ Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Brief:
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Commercial Items
Agile Professional Services ("APS”) Department of the Army
Project Name: Agile Professional Services ("APS")
Solicitation Number: W900KK-26-R-A023
NAICS Code: 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services)
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
Contract Type: Labor Hours/T&M
1. General Information
This combined synopsis/solicitation is issued by Army Contracting Command - APG - Orlando Division to procure Agile Professional Services ("APS"). The acquisition is structured to support critical technical and professional operations under a flexible framework, to be proposed and developed by the successful offeror.
Key acquisition parameters include:
• Set-Aside Status: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.
• Small Business Size Standard: $19.5M, or as defined by SBA regulations.
• Primary NAICS Classification: 541990 — All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.
• Contract Vehicle Type: Labor Hours/T&M
2. Solicitation Details
This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This combined synopsis/solicitation is prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2025-06, effective August 27, 2025.and DFARS Publication Notice (DPN) July 2, 2026.
As described in the attached FAR 52.212-2, The Army will adopt aspects of FAR Part 15 evaluation procedures. Considering the novel, and commercial, nature of these services this is deemed necessary to balance fairness, transparency, and competition with the interests of expediency and flexibility
3. Description of Requirement
CPE ST3 has a need for Agile Professional Services (APS) support services to provide the organization with the ability to augment its Military and Government Civilian workforce in order to execute its mission. The services will be limited to providing professional support services, under a Performance Based Services model, to CPE ST3 and CPE ST3 customers for limited requirements which are related to CPE ST3’s mission. Since its inception, CPE ST3 has relied on contractor support to conduct its mission in all phases of life cycle management due to insufficient personnel within the organization to successfully perform the required services. This model of a Government footprint with a scalable contractor workforce has enabled CPE ST3 to be very flexible and agile in its mission to support the changing needs of the Army.
The services to be performed will include related activities in support of all aspects of providing responsive integrated and interoperable infrastructure for simulation, training, testing, and threat solutions. APS support services are required for effective, efficient, and responsive full lifecycle management of efforts to include, but not limited to: vision statements and doctrine, development of architectures, program support (e.g., acquisition and budget planning, business and financial programming and execution, modeling, simulation, simulator, training device, and instrumentation development, documentation, fielding and execution, system analysis and integration, integrated logistics support, strategic planning, contingency and mission support, security cooperation/international relations, program oversight, independent verification validation and test evaluation, prototype development, sustainment and operations, and analysis of emerging technologies support), and subject matter experts on military tactics, techniques, and procedures. Potential areas of growth are envisioned but not limited to be in the areas of Cyber and Information Warfare, Robotics, Unmanned Vehicles, Home Station Training, Multi-Sensory Simulation, Artificial Intelligence, Hypersonics, Directed Energy, Electronic Warfare, Autonomous Systems, Multi-Domain Integration, Target and Threat Systems, Environment Modeling, Human Performance Training, Security Cooperation, Nuclear Engineering, and Medical Training.
The critical performance requirement is the successful development and transition of CPE ST3 from a traditional, staffing-based support model to a task-based, outcome-driven Agile delivery framework that is to be developed by the Performer. Success will be measured by the contractor's ability to develop and iterate, through performance under the resultant contract, a framework that both provides the following, and is able to be replicated across future requirements.
4. Period of Performance / Performance Locations:
Total Performance Period shall not exceed 66-months:
• Base Period – (15-Feb-27 to 14-Aug-27) Agile Development and Transition In
• Option Period 1 – (15-Aug-27 to 14-Aug-28) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 2 – (15-Aug-28 to 14-Aug-29) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 3 – (15-Aug-29 to 14-Aug-30) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 4 – (15-Aug-30 to 14-Aug-31) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 5 – (15-Aug-31 to 14-Feb-32) – Enterprise Performance and Transition Out
• Option Period 6 – (15-Feb-32 to 14-Aug-32) – Option to Extend the Term of Service under FAR 52.217-8
* Work will be performed at Government facilities, Contractor facilities, and Remote locations. Primary Government sites include Orlando, FL, and Redstone Arsenal, AL (including 24/7 operations). Additional Government sites include: Fort Campbell, KY; Fort Hood, TX; Fort Drum, NY; Fort Irwin, CA; Fort Polk, LA; Fort Rucker, AL; Fort Bragg, NC; Hohenfels, Germany; and Camp Humphreys, South Korea.
5. Applicable FAR Provisions/Provisions: See Attachment 7.
The provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition and are incorporated by reference or full text as applicable. The full text of the FAR and DFARS clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/.
6. Proposal Submission Instructions
Phase I responses to this solicitation are due by 25 October 2026 / 11:59pm (Eastern). Submission due dates for all subsequent Phases will be issued via Advisory Notifications / Invitations. All submissions must be submitted via email to the designated POCs listed below:
Branch Chief / Contracting Officer: Lovisa D. Parks, Lovisa.d.parks.civ@army.mil
Team Lead / Contracting Officer: Troy D. Darling, troy.d.darling.civ@army.mil
Contract Specialists: Constance Hastings, constance.k.hastings.civ@army.mil, and Sophia Dasilva, sophia.g.dasilva.civ@army.mil
* Late Submissions: Late submissions will be handled in accordance with FAR 52.212-1(f).
** See FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors — Commercial Items; for proposal submission instructions.
7. Additional Information
i. Questions: The deadline to submit questions for this RFP has passed.
ii. Security Clearance Requirements: See DD254 for specifics.
a. Probable Facility Clearance without Storage
b. Probable Secret, Top-Secret, and TS/SCI requirements for certain employees.
8. Attachments:
i. Statement of Objectives (SOO), dated 8 September 2026
ii. FAR 52.212-1 – Instructions to Offerors - Proposal Submission instructions
iii. FAR 52.212-2 – Evaluation Criteria – Evaluation Plan
iv. Wage Determinations
a. WD 2015-4377 REV 33 20260820 NC
b. WD 2015-4553 REV 31 20260730 FL
c. WD 2015-4603 REV 34 20260820 AL
d. WD 2015-4631 REV 34 20260812 AL
e. WD 2015-4719 REV 34 20260812 KY
f. WD 2015-5197 REV 33 20260812 LA
g. WD 2015-5237 REV 32 20260812 TX
h. WD 2015-5629 REV 29 20260513 CA
i. WD 2015-5775 REV 32 20260812 NY
v. PWS Template
vi. QASP Template
vii. Provisions and Clauses
viii. CDRLs
a. A001 – Contractor’s Progress and Status Report
b. A002 – Phase-Out Transition Plan
c. A003 – Agile Dashboard
d. A004 – Agile Management Plan
ix. DD 254
a. SAP Addendum (incorporated into Attachment 9 (“ix.”))
b. SCI Addendum (incorporated into Attachment 9 (“ix.”))
x. APS Pricing Workbook
xi. Army DSO JIRA Settings (TO BE PROVIDED PRIOR TO PHASE II PROPOSAL SUBMISSIONS)
xii. Compliance Matrix (Offeror's Format in MS Excel)
Acknowledgement of Amendments:
1. Amendment 01: The purpose of this amendment was to provide Attachment-6_Quality_Assurance_Surveillance_Plan_(QASP)_Proposal_Template_-_APS_20260903
2. Amendment 02: The purpose of this amendment was to do provide responses to Industry questions, to revise the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, to provide for revised submission dates, and to provide updated Attachments 1, 2, 3, 4.e, 5, and 10.
***SUMMARY ONLY - SEE ATTACHED COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION DOCUMENT FOR FULL DETAIL***
Update #2 ·
***Government review and response to Industry Questions has been delayed. Responses to questions are anticipated NLT 13 October 2026. The Proposal Submission Instructions and associated Attachments will be updated with new submission dates at that time.***
***SUMMARY ONLY - SEE ATTACHED COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION DOCUMENT FOR FULL DETAIL***
APS _ Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Brief:
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Commercial Items
Agile Professional Services ("APS”) Department of the Army
Project Name: Agile Professional Services ("APS")
Solicitation Number: W900KK-26-R-A023
NAICS Code: 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services)
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
Contract Type: Labor Hours/T&M
1. General Information
This combined synopsis/solicitation is issued by Army Contracting Command - APG - Orlando Division to procure Agile Professional Services ("APS"). The acquisition is structured to support critical technical and professional operations under a flexible framework, to be proposed and developed by the successful offeror.
Key acquisition parameters include:
• Set-Aside Status: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.
• Small Business Size Standard: $19.5M as defined by SBA regulations.
• Primary NAICS Classification: 541990 — All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.
• Contract Vehicle Type: Labor Hours/T&M
2. Solicitation Details
This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This combined synopsis/solicitation is prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2025-06, effective August 27, 2025.and DFARS Publication Notice (DPN) July 2, 2026.
As described in the attached FAR 52.212-2, The Army will adopt aspects of FAR Part 15 evaluation procedures. Considering the novel, and commercial, nature of these services this is deemed necessary to balance fairness, transparency, and competition with the interests of expediency and flexibility
3. Description of Requirement
CPE ST3 has a need for Agile Professional Services (APS) support services to provide the organization with the ability to augment its Military and Government Civilian workforce in order to execute its mission. The services will be limited to providing professional support services, under a Performance Based Services model, to CPE ST3 and CPE ST3 customers for limited requirements which are related to CPE ST3’s mission. Since its inception, CPE ST3 has relied on contractor support to conduct its mission in all phases of life cycle management due to insufficient personnel within the organization to successfully perform the required services. This model of a Government footprint with a scalable contractor workforce has enabled CPE ST3 to be very flexible and agile in its mission to support the changing needs of the Army.
The services to be performed will include related activities in support of all aspects of providing responsive integrated and interoperable infrastructure for simulation, training, testing, and threat solutions. APS support services are required for effective, efficient, and responsive full lifecycle management of efforts to include, but not limited to: vision statements and doctrine, development of architectures, program support (e.g., acquisition and budget planning, business and financial programming and execution, modeling, simulation, simulator, training device, and instrumentation development, documentation, fielding and execution, system analysis and integration, integrated logistics support, strategic planning, contingency and mission support, security cooperation/international relations, program oversight, independent verification validation and test evaluation, prototype development, sustainment and operations, and analysis of emerging technologies support), and subject matter experts on military tactics, techniques, and procedures. Potential areas of growth are envisioned but not limited to be in the areas of Cyber and Information Warfare, Robotics, Unmanned Vehicles, Home Station Training, Multi-Sensory Simulation, Artificial Intelligence, Hypersonics, Directed Energy, Electronic Warfare, Autonomous Systems, Multi-Domain Integration, Target and Threat Systems, Environment Modeling, Human Performance Training, Security Cooperation, Nuclear Engineering, and Medical Training.
The critical performance requirement is the successful development and transition of CPE ST3 from a traditional, staffing-based support model to a task-based, outcome-driven Agile delivery framework that is to be developed by the Performer. Success will be measured by the contractor's ability to develop and iterate, through performance under the resultant contract, a framework that both provides the following, and is able to be replicated across future requirements.
4. Period of Performance / Performance Locations:
Total Performance Period shall not exceed 66-months:
• Base Period – (15-Feb-27 to 14-Aug-27) Agile Development and Transition In
• Option Period 1 – (15-Aug-27 to 14-Aug-28) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 2 – (15-Aug-28 to 14-Aug-29) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 3 – (15-Aug-29 to 14-Aug-30) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 4 – (15-Aug-30 to 14-Aug-31) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 5 – (15-Aug-31 to 14-Feb-32) – Enterprise Performance and Transition Out
• Option Period 6 – (15-Feb-32 to 14-Aug-32) – Option to Extend the Term of Service under FAR 52.217-8
* Work will be performed at Government facilities, Contractor facilities, and Remote locations. Primary Government sites include Orlando, FL, and Redstone Arsenal, AL (including 24/7 operations). Additional Government sites include: Fort Campbell, KY; Fort Hood, TX; Fort Drum, NY; Fort Irwin, CA; Fort Polk, LA; Fort Rucker, AL; Fort Bragg, NC; Hohenfels, Germany; and Camp Humphreys, South Korea.
5. Applicable FAR Provisions/Provisions: See Attachment 7.
The provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition and are incorporated by reference or full text as applicable. The full text of the FAR and DFARS clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/.
6. Proposal Submission Instructions
Phase I responses to this solicitation are due by 13 October 2026 / 11:59pm (Eastern). Submission due dates for all subsequent Phases will be issued via Advisory Notifications / Invitations. All submissions must be submitted via email to the designated POCs listed below:
Branch Chief / Contracting Officer: Lovisa D. Parks, Lovisa.d.parks.civ@army.mil
Team Lead / Contracting Officer: Troy D. Darling, troy.d.darling.civ@army.mil
Contract Specialists: Constance Hastings, constance.k.hastings.civ@army.mil, and Sophia Dasilva, sophia.g.dasilva.civ@army.mil
* Late Submissions: Late submissions will be handled in accordance with FAR 52.212-1(f).
** See FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors — Commercial Items; for proposal submission instructions.
7. Additional Information
i. Questions: The deadline to submit questions for this RFP is September 28th, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST. All questions SHALL be submitted using the following electronic form: ACCESS VIA ATTACHED LINK
a. Each Business Entity is limited to no more than five (5) questions.
b. Each question SHALL be submitted under a separate submission using the provided electronic form.
c. Questions submitted in “batches” (multiple questions submitted on the same form submission) shall be rejected and will not receive a response.
d. No “anonymous” questions shall be answered.
ii. Security Clearance Requirements: See DD254 for specifics.
a. Probable Facility Clearance without Storage
b. Probable Secret, Top-Secret, and TS/SCI requirements for certain employees.
8. Attachments:
i. Statement of Objectives (SOO), dated 8 September 2026
ii. FAR 52.212-1 – Instructions to Offerors - Proposal Submission instructions
iii. FAR 52.212-2 – Evaluation Criteria – Evaluation Plan
iv. Wage Determinations
a. WD 2015-4377 REV 33 20260820 NC
b. WD 2015-4553 REV 31 20260730 FL
c. WD 2015-4603 REV 34 20260820 AL
d. WD 2015-4631 REV 34 20260812 AL
e. WD 2015-4719 REV 34 20260812 KY
f. WD 2015-5197 REV 33 20260812 LA
g. WD 2015-5237 REV 32 20260812 TX
h. WD 2015-5629 REV 29 20260513 CA
i. WD 2015-5775 REV 32 20260812 NY
v. PWS Template
vi. QASP Template
vii. Provisions and Clauses
viii. CDRLs
a. A001 – Contractor’s Progress and Status Report
b. A002 – Phase-Out Transition Plan
c. A003 – Agile Dashboard
d. A004 – Agile Management Plan
ix. DD 254
a. SAP Addendum (incorporated into Attachment 9 (“ix.”))
b. SCI Addendum (incorporated into Attachment 9 (“ix.”))
x. APS Pricing Workbook
xi. Army DSO JIRA Settings (TO BE PROVIDED PRIOR TO PHASE II PROPOSAL SUBMISSIONS)
***SUMMARY ONLY - SEE ATTACHED COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION DOCUMENT FOR FULL DETAIL***
Update #1 ·
***SUMMARY ONLY - SEE ATTACHED COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION DOCUMENT FOR FULL DETAIL***
APS _ Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Brief:
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Commercial Items
Agile Professional Services ("APS”) Department of the Army
Project Name: Agile Professional Services ("APS")
Solicitation Number: W900KK-26-R-A023
NAICS Code: 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services)
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
Contract Type: Labor Hours/T&M
1. General Information
This combined synopsis/solicitation is issued by Army Contracting Command - APG - Orlando Division to procure Agile Professional Services ("APS"). The acquisition is structured to support critical technical and professional operations under a flexible framework, to be proposed and developed by the successful offeror.
Key acquisition parameters include:
• Set-Aside Status: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.
• Small Business Size Standard: $19.5M as defined by SBA regulations.
• Primary NAICS Classification: 541990 — All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.
• Contract Vehicle Type: Labor Hours/T&M
2. Solicitation Details
This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This combined synopsis/solicitation is prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2025-06, effective August 27, 2025.and DFARS Publication Notice (DPN) July 2, 2026.
As described in the attached FAR 52.212-2, The Army will adopt aspects of FAR Part 15 evaluation procedures. Considering the novel, and commercial, nature of these services this is deemed necessary to balance fairness, transparency, and competition with the interests of expediency and flexibility
3. Description of Requirement
CPE ST3 has a need for Agile Professional Services (APS) support services to provide the organization with the ability to augment its Military and Government Civilian workforce in order to execute its mission. The services will be limited to providing professional support services, under a Performance Based Services model, to CPE ST3 and CPE ST3 customers for limited requirements which are related to CPE ST3’s mission. Since its inception, CPE ST3 has relied on contractor support to conduct its mission in all phases of life cycle management due to insufficient personnel within the organization to successfully perform the required services. This model of a Government footprint with a scalable contractor workforce has enabled CPE ST3 to be very flexible and agile in its mission to support the changing needs of the Army.
The services to be performed will include related activities in support of all aspects of providing responsive integrated and interoperable infrastructure for simulation, training, testing, and threat solutions. APS support services are required for effective, efficient, and responsive full lifecycle management of efforts to include, but not limited to: vision statements and doctrine, development of architectures, program support (e.g., acquisition and budget planning, business and financial programming and execution, modeling, simulation, simulator, training device, and instrumentation development, documentation, fielding and execution, system analysis and integration, integrated logistics support, strategic planning, contingency and mission support, security cooperation/international relations, program oversight, independent verification validation and test evaluation, prototype development, sustainment and operations, and analysis of emerging technologies support), and subject matter experts on military tactics, techniques, and procedures. Potential areas of growth are envisioned but not limited to be in the areas of Cyber and Information Warfare, Robotics, Unmanned Vehicles, Home Station Training, Multi-Sensory Simulation, Artificial Intelligence, Hypersonics, Directed Energy, Electronic Warfare, Autonomous Systems, Multi-Domain Integration, Target and Threat Systems, Environment Modeling, Human Performance Training, Security Cooperation, Nuclear Engineering, and Medical Training.
The critical performance requirement is the successful development and transition of CPE ST3 from a traditional, staffing-based support model to a task-based, outcome-driven Agile delivery framework that is to be developed by the Performer. Success will be measured by the contractor's ability to develop and iterate, through performance under the resultant contract, a framework that both provides the following, and is able to be replicated across future requirements.
4. Period of Performance / Performance Locations:
Total Performance Period shall not exceed 66-months:
• Base Period – (15-Feb-27 to 14-Aug-27) Agile Development and Transition In
• Option Period 1 – (15-Aug-27 to 14-Aug-28) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 2 – (15-Aug-28 to 14-Aug-29) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 3 – (15-Aug-29 to 14-Aug-30) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 4 – (15-Aug-30 to 14-Aug-31) – Enterprise Performance
• Option Period 5 – (15-Aug-31 to 14-Feb-32) – Enterprise Performance and Transition Out
• Option Period 6 – (15-Feb-32 to 14-Aug-32) – Option to Extend the Term of Service under FAR 52.217-8
* Work will be performed at Government facilities, Contractor facilities, and Remote locations. Primary Government sites include Orlando, FL, and Redstone Arsenal, AL (including 24/7 operations). Additional Government sites include: Fort Campbell, KY; Fort Hood, TX; Fort Drum, NY; Fort Irwin, CA; Fort Polk, LA; Fort Rucker, AL; Fort Bragg, NC; Hohenfels, Germany; and Camp Humphreys, South Korea.
5. Applicable FAR Provisions/Provisions: See Attachment 7.
The provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition and are incorporated by reference or full text as applicable. The full text of the FAR and DFARS clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/.
6. Proposal Submission Instructions
Phase I responses to this solicitation are due by 13 October 2026 / 11:59pm (Eastern). Submission due dates for all subsequent Phases will be issued via Advisory Notifications / Invitations. All submissions must be submitted via email to the designated POCs listed below:
Branch Chief / Contracting Officer: Lovisa D. Parks, Lovisa.d.parks.civ@army.mil
Team Lead / Contracting Officer: Troy D. Darling, troy.d.darling.civ@army.mil
Contract Specialists: Constance Hastings, constance.k.hastings.civ@army.mil, and Sophia Dasilva, sophia.g.dasilva.civ@army.mil
* Late Submissions: Late submissions will be handled in accordance with FAR 52.212-1(f).
** See FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors — Commercial Items; for proposal submission instructions.
7. Additional Information
i. Questions: The deadline to submit questions for this RFP is September 28th, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST. All questions SHALL be submitted using the following electronic form: ACCESS VIA ATTACHED LINK
a. Each Business Entity is limited to no more than five (5) questions.
b. Each question SHALL be submitted under a separate submission using the provided electronic form.
c. Questions submitted in “batches” (multiple questions submitted on the same form submission) shall be rejected and will not receive a response.
d. No “anonymous” questions shall be answered.
ii. Security Clearance Requirements: See DD254 for specifics.
a. Probable Facility Clearance without Storage
b. Probable Secret, Top-Secret, and TS/SCI requirements for certain employees.
8. Attachments:
i. Statement of Objectives (SOO), dated 8 September 2026
ii. FAR 52.212-1 – Instructions to Offerors - Proposal Submission instructions
iii. FAR 52.212-2 – Evaluation Criteria – Evaluation Plan
iv. Wage Determinations
a. WD 2015-4377 REV 33 20260820 NC
b. WD 2015-4553 REV 31 20260730 FL
c. WD 2015-4603 REV 34 20260820 AL
d. WD 2015-4631 REV 34 20260812 AL
e. WD 2015-4719 REV 34 20260812 KY
f. WD 2015-5197 REV 33 20260812 LA
g. WD 2015-5237 REV 32 20260812 TX
h. WD 2015-5629 REV 29 20260513 CA
i. WD 2015-5775 REV 32 20260812 NY
v. PWS Template
vi. QASP Template
vii. Provisions and Clauses
viii. CDRLs
a. A001 – Contractor’s Progress and Status Report
b. A002 – Phase-Out Transition Plan
c. A003 – Agile Dashboard
d. A004 – Agile Management Plan
ix. DD 254
a. SAP Addendum (incorporated into Attachment 9 (“ix.”))
b. SCI Addendum (incorporated into Attachment 9 (“ix.”))
x. APS Pricing Workbook
xi. Army DSO JIRA Settings (TO BE PROVIDED PRIOR TO PHASE II PROPOSAL SUBMISSIONS)
***SUMMARY ONLY - SEE ATTACHED COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION DOCUMENT FOR FULL DETAIL***
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