Digital Integration for Combat Engagement (DICE)

Based upon market research obtained from the Sources Sought notice, the Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance Agency (AFISRA) Contracting Branch intends to issue a full and open competitive solicitation within the next week utilizing best value Source Selection procedures IAW FAR Part 15 and Mandatory Procedures MP5315.3. The Source Selection is for the commercial non-personal services requirements identified in the attached DRAFT Performance Work Statement (PWS).  The PWS describes tasks and capabilities required to provide technical and analytical support to AF, the AFISRA, and other DoD Government agencies.  The contractor shall perform analysis of architecture and operations to determine baseline capabilities; conduct gap analysis in regard to end-state vision provided by AFISRA's operational requirements and develop recommended solutions based on gap analysis for desired modernization and integration of ISR data link capabilities.  Services will be requested by Task Orders (TOs) issued by the CO.  The North American Industrial Classification (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 541330, size standard is $14M.  A firm fixed pricing arrangement will be used for labor CLINs.  The contractor shall provide on-site and virtual System Administration support to configure, update and manage all servers and systems with configuration control updates for all applications supported with Government authorization.  The contract requires access to classified information and will include a DD254, Department of Defense Contract Security Classification Specification.  Personnel performing this effort must obtain a Single Scope Background Investigation.  Prospective sources will be required to have DoD facility clearances at TOP SECRET level  Award shall be made based on the evaluation criteria established in solicitation.  Solicitation Number FA7037-12-R-0010 will be issued within the next few days, WITH A VERY SHORT TURNAROUND TIME.  The period of performance will be one year base period with one (1) year option period.  Contractors must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR), accessed via the internet at http://www.ccr.govand On-Line Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA) via internet at https://orca.bpn.gov/ or risk having their proposals declared non-responsive.  This notice shall not be construed as commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation, nor does it restrict the Government's acquisition approach.