Information Technology Support Services

Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted

Solicitation number
SS-12142023
Agency
Air Force Research Laboratory Air Force Materiel Command, Department of Defense
Responses due
Set-aside
8(a) Sole Source

Opportunity facts

NAICS code
541519 Other Computer Related Services
PSC
DA01 It And Telecom - Business Application/Application Development Support Services (Labor)
Place of performance
Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio 45433, United States

Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .

About this opportunity

The Air Force Research Laboratory is seeking information technology support services through an 8(a) small business set-aside contract. The services include research, testing, software development, database management, cybersecurity, help desk operations, and project management support across multiple classified and unclassified network environments. Contractors must demonstrate experience in the required areas, have security clearances up to the Secret level, and meet certification standards in DoDD 8140.01. Capability statements are requested by January 25, 2024 to evaluate experience and qualifications.

The contract is set aside solely for 8(a) small businesses under NAICS code 541519. The pre-solicitation notice identifies support for one base year with an option to extend services for one additional year. Personnel must have expertise in systems administration, cybersecurity, and software development compliant with DoD directives. No budget range or incumbent information was provided, though the requirement includes support across Linux, Windows, and containerized systems for the Air Force Research Laboratory Enterprise Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation Information Technology environment.

Notice text

THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION AND DOES NOT OBLIGATE THE GOVERNMENT TO ISSUE A SOLICITATION.

Introduction:

This Sources Sought Notice is for informational and planning purposes and shall NOT be construed as a solicitation or as an obligation or commitment by the Government at this time. This notice is intended strictly for market research. The purpose of this Sources Sought notice is to determine interest and capability of potential qualifications of Small Businesses 8(a) firms relative to the North American Industry Classification Code (NAICS) 541519.

The requested services will support the Air Force Research Lab’s IT enterprise in their mission to enable collaboration between various labs and sites including partner (contractor and academic institution) sites.

Description of the Requirement:

IT support services spanning several functional areas are required including: research/investigation, testing, software testing, implementation, database management, operations, maintenance, system and capability monitoring, cybersecurity, network management, remote workstation management, help desk operations, training/user engagement, software/web application development or modification, documentation support, automated data processing equipment custodian functions, Communications Security (COMSEC) custodian functions, classified courier functions, information systems security manager (ISSM), remote isolated network onboarding assistance, customer outreach, and project/team management.

The contractor shall provide personnel with the necessary licenses, certifications, training, experience levels, and security clearances that are required, including Federal, State, and local laws and regulations including the requirements to satisfy DOD Directive 8140.01 (or future policies that may supersede DoDD 8140.01).  Fulfilling CyberSecurity (IA) certification program continuing education requirements is the responsibility of the contractor.  Contractor positions under this effort, as identified in DoDD 8140.01 shall all be at Information Assurance Technical (IAT) level II.

Classification Level

Contractors must at a minimum possess a Secret security clearance to support program requirements.

Anticipated Procurement Approach:

Small Business Set a Side – 8(a)

Capability Statements:

Request interested parties submit capability statements that demonstrate their ability to meet the requirements outlined in this notice and relevant performance work statement.

Small Business Set-Aside Information:

541519 (NAICS)

Instructions for Responding:

Provide your approach to addressing each section of the tasks as outlined in the attached performance work statement, explain your capability level (explain depth of understanding of the requirement and relevant experience), provide information on your intentions for subcontracting any part of the requirement, past relevant contract performance, identify key personnel, provide information on experience maintaining personnel with the appropriate credentials and security clearances, and a transition plan.

  1. Contractors must include the following information:
    1. Points of contact, addresses, email addresses, phone numbers.
    2. Identification as a small U.S. business 8(a). Please note that size indicated should be based on the NAICS code for this effort listed above.
    3. Company CAGE Code or DUNS Number. 

In your response, you must address how your product meets the product characteristics specified above.

Submitted information shall be UNCLASSIFIED.

Responses are limited to 10 pages in a Microsoft Word compatible format.

Point of Contact:
The provided point of contact can address questions or concerns related to the notice to Stephen J. Wenclewicz at -

Stephen.wenclewicz.1@us.af.mil.  

Submission Deadline

Responses should be emailed to Stephen J. Wenclewicz at stephen.wenclewicz.1@us.af.mil no later than, 25 Jan 2024 @ 1200 PM EST.  Any questions should be directed to Stephen J. Wenclewicz through email.

THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION AND DOES NOT OBLIGATE THE GOVERNMENT TO ISSUE A SOLICITATION.

Attachments

Files attached to this notice, newest first
File Type Posted
RFI Response to Source Sought Questions.xlsx XLSX spreadsheet
SAM.gov Draft PWS.pdf PDF
Sources Sought ERITS.docx DOCX document

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