Linguist/Analyst Support Services

Added: Dec 16, 2016 4:27 pm  

* Amendment to Solicitation has been Posted *

Proposal Due Date has been extended to 12:00pm CST on 5 January 2017.

Responses to Questions have been posted as well.

Added: Dec 15, 2016 11:27 am

Please see the new Attachment for the PPI Tool.  We will be posting an official Amendment soon in respose to the questions received, as well as the responses to those specific questions.

Added: Nov 30, 2016 6:17 pm

* Official Solicitation Has Been Posted *

The RFP has been posted with proposals due by 12:00pm CST on 30 Dec 2016.

Submit any questions to the Contracting Officer and Contracting Specialist by 9 Dec 2016.

Added: Oct 20, 2016 12:01 pm
The posting of the Request for Proposal (RFP) has been delayed.  It should be posted by mid-late November 2016, please keep a look out for updates and the posting.

Added: Apr 21, 2016 3:27 pm Modified: Jul 19, 2016 5:59 pmTrack Changes

Pre-Proposal Conference

ACC AMIC DET 2/PK Contracting Office will hold Pre-Proposal Conference for the Linguist/Analyst Support Services requirement.

Date: Friday, 22 July 2016
Start Time: 0900 CST
End Time: 1100 CST

Location: Procurement Technical Assistance Center Small Business Developement Center (PTAC-SBDC)
215 S. San Saba St, San Antonio, TX 78207

Registration:  To register send an email to carissa.lechner@us.af.mil, with the Subject Line reading "Linguist Pre-Proposal Conference Registration".  Include your company information and the name(s) of the representative(s) attending.  All attendees must register by 15 July 2016.  There will be no more than 2 representatives allowed for each company and 8(a) contractors will be given priority if the event fills up.  No phone calls please, you may only register via email.   

*Please note that Contractors are attending at their own expense and will not be reimbursed for any associated costs.

A Draft RFP will be posted prior to the conference to allow time for questions to be submitted.
    

AGENDA: 

 - Introduction

•·         - Overview of PWS & Requirement

•·        - Overview of Evaluation Criteria

•·         - Transition Plan Recommendations

•·         - Overview of Schedule B and Attachments

•·         - Overview of Acquisition Strategy

•·         - Wrap-Up & Questions

•·         - Networking

*Introductions will be limited to less than 1 minute and no slide presentations will be supported.

*Please bring a copy of the posted RFP and Attachments if you would like hard copies as none will be provided.

Added: Jul 15, 2016 10:49 am This is the DRAFT RFP for the Linguist/Analyst Support Services Requirement. 

Submit all questions via consolidated email to carissa.lechner@us.af.mil by Wednesday, 27 July 2016. 

Any questions submitted by Wednesday, 20 July 2016 will be addressed at the Pre-Proposal Conference on 22 July 2016.

Added: Apr 21, 2016 3:27 pm Modified: Jul 12, 2016 10:57 amTrack Changes

Pre-Proposal Conference

ACC AMIC DET 2/PK Contracting Office will hold Pre-Proposal Conference for the Linguist/Analyst Support Services requirement.

Date: Friday, 22 July 2016
Start Time: 0900 CST
End Time: 1100 CST

Location: Procurement Technical Assistance Center Small Business Developement Center (PTAC-SBDC)
215 S. San Saba St, San Antonio, TX 78207

Registration:  To register send an email to carissa.lechner@us.af.mil, with the Subject Line reading "Linguist Pre-Proposal Conference Registration".  Include your company information and the name(s) of the representative(s) attending.  All attendees must register by 15 July 2016.  There will be no more than 2 representatives allowed for each company and 8(a) contractors will be given priority if the event fills up.  No phone calls please, you may only register via email.   

*Please note that Contractors are attending at their own expense and will not be reimbursed for any associated costs.

A Draft RFP will be posted prior to the conference to allow time for questions to be submitted.
    

AGENDA:

Will be provided prior to event.

Added: Apr 21, 2016 3:27 pm Modified: Jul 07, 2016 2:38 pmTrack Changes

Pre-Proposal Conference

ACC AMIC DET 2/PK Contracting Office will hold Pre-Proposal Conference for the Linguist/Analyst Support Services requirement.

Date: Friday, 22 July 2016
Start Time: 0900 CST
End Time: 1100 CST

Location: 210 S San Saba St, San Antonio, TX 78207

Registration:  To register send an email to carissa.lechner@us.af.mil, with the Subject Line reading "Linguist Pre-Proposal Conference Registration".  Include your company information and the name(s) of the representative(s) attending.  All attendees must register by 15 July 2016.  There will be no more than 2 representatives allowed for each company and 8(a) contractors will be given priority if the event fills up.  No phone calls please, you may only register via email.   

*Please note that Contractors are attending at their own expense and will not be reimbursed for any associated costs.

A Draft RFP will be posted prior to the conference to allow time for questions to be submitted.
    

AGENDA:

Will be provided prior to event.

Added: Apr 21, 2016 3:27 pm Modified: Jun 02, 2016 3:45 pmTrack Changes RESCHEDULED!!  

Pre-Proposal Conference

ACC AMIC DET 2/PK Contracting Office will hold Pre-Proposal Conference for the Linguist/Analyst Support Services requirement.

Date: Tuesday, 21 July 2016 (estimated)
Start Time: TBD
End Time: TBD

Location: Joint Base San Antonio, Lackland AFB (More Details will be provided prior to event date)

Sorry for the late notice but the conference will be reshcheduled. The date above is a projected date but more information will post as it becomes available.  No phone calls please.  We are working to move this acquisition forward.  

AGENDA:

Will be provided prior to event.

Added: Apr 21, 2016 3:27 pm  

Attached is the most current version of the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the Linguist/Analyst Support Services Requirement. The requirement is a Competitive 8a. Please submit questions or comments via email to Carissa Lechner at carissa.lechner@us.af.mil by 10 May 2016.  No phone calls please.  Responses will be posted after the Pre-Proposal Conference concludes and we can prepare a consolidated list.  If the CO determines it necessary, responses will be posted sooner.

Pre-Proposal Conference

ACC AMIC DET 2/PK Contracting Office will hold Pre-Proposal Conference for the Linguist/Analyst Support Services requirement.

Date: Tuesday, 21 June 2016 (estimated)
Start Time: TBD
End Time: TBD

Location: Joint Base San Antonio, Lackland AFB (More Details will be provided prior to event date)

Please mark your calendars.  Registration will open on or about 1 June with a closing date 10 days later or when we reach room capacity.  Again, no phone calls please.  We will post information.   

AGENDA:

Will be provided prior to event.

Added: Nov 06, 2015 10:02 am The 25 AF/NICC is seeking possible sources to provide Linguists and Analysts services (under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 541930/$7.5M) in support of the United States (U.S.) Forces Operations.

Subject Sources Sought is for market research purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal (RFP). A solicitation is not being issued at this time and this notice shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation, nor does it restrict the Government to a particular acquisition approach. No entitlements to payment of direct or indirect charges will arise as a result of contractor submissions. The information obtained from industry responses to this notice may be used in the development of an acquisition strategy and future RFPs. If you are not an 8(a) Company please do not respond.

The Government anticipates an 8(a) competitive set-aside under the Small Business 8(a) program. Businesses are advised that FAR clause 52.219-14 -Limitations on Subcontracting will apply wherein by submission of an offer and execution of a contract, the offeror/contractor agrees that in performance of the contract at least 50 percent of the cost of contract performance incurred for personnel shall be expended for employees of the concern.

The contractor shall provide a work force possessing the skills, knowledge and training to satisfactorily perform the services required. The Linguist and Analyst primary function shall be to furnish extensive linguistic and analytical services. The historical number of Full Time Equivalents (FTEs) required for this support has been approximately 160.

The Linguist/Analyst will support a broad range of locations and languages. All phases of collecting, interpreting, translating and performing analysis of mission data. Linguist/Analyst shall serve as language mentors and trainers. They shall furnish the necessary management, technology, and personnel required to provide the requested Linguist/Analyst support as specified in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

The contractor shall provide Global and Cryptologic language mission training to military forces in all the skills of linguist professional skills; develop new Global and Cryptologic training materials and curriculum where none exist.

The acquisition will require contractor personnel to have a final U.S. Government issued TOP SECRET security clearance and be DCID 6/4 eligible with a current Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI). Contractor personnel shall pass a Counter Intelligence (CI) polygraph. In few cases, Linguist/Analyst may only require a SECRET National Agency Check (NAC) clearance; or TS/SCI and no CI polygraph. The Contractor is also required to maintain a TOP SECRET Facility clearance.

The contractor shall complete required National Cryptologic School training. The Government will determine which courses are required.

Requested Responses

Part I. Instructions:

A description of the requirement and capability questionnaire for the 25 AF/NICC Linguist and Analyst requirement is provided, which allows you to substantiate your company's capability. For accuracy and continuity, a response to this sources sought will be considered a stand alone document.

Any Prime Contractor candidate shall be able to provide a plan to cover ALL Linguist/Analyst Task requirements (see draft PWS).

Note that a key factor in determining an acquisition to be an 8(a) set-aside is that two or more 8(a) prime contractors must be capable of performing at least 50% of the entire scope of the effort, as defined in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clause 52.219- 14, Limitations on Subcontracting. The clause reads, in part, as follows: "Limitations on Subcontracting (Dec 1996) ... (b) by submission of an offer and execution of a contract, the Offeror/Contractor agrees that in performance of the contract in the case of a contract for - (1) Services (except construction). At least 50 percent of the cost of contract Performance incurred for personnel shall be expended for employees of the concern... ". Provide specific details and rationale as to how compliance with FAR clause 52.219-14 would be achieved, including specific details regarding joint venture teaming arrangements, etc.

1. Only 8(a) small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research. Teaming arrangements or joint ventures are acceptable. See 13 CFR 121.103(h) for specific rules pertaining to joint ventures.

2. Provide documentation that supports your company's capability or a plan to meet
ALL of the PWS requirements. Failure to provide adequate documentation may prevent the government from being able to adequately assess your capabilities. If you lack sufficient experience in a particular area, submissions are still encouraged. Request you provide details in how your company would overcome the lack of experience/capabilities prior to a contract award in order to perform that portion of the requirement (i.e., teaming, subcontracting, etc.)

3. Specifically identify if your business is interested in priming (either as a stand alone prime or as a part of a joint venture) or in subcontracting opportunities. Identify, to the best of your current knowledge any planned joint venture teammates and/or subcontractors. If subcontracts are to be used, provide anticipated percentage of effort to be subcontracted and whether small or large businesses will be used. Teaming and/or subcontracting arrangements should be clearly delineated and previous experience in teaming must be provided.

The anticipated period of performance will be for a one year base period and four (4) one year options.

The contractor shall provide a work force possessing the skills, knowledge and training to satisfactorily perform the services required. The Linguist and Analyst primary function shall be to furnish extensive linguistic and analytical services.

Part II. Business Information:

Please provide the following business information for your company and for any teaming or joint venture partners:

• Company Name:
• Address:
• Point of Contact:
• CAGE Code:
• Phone Number:
• E-mail Address:
• Web Page URL:

North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: 541930

All interested contractors must be registered in the SAM database (https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/) to be considered as potential sources.

Part III. Program Questionnaire:

1. Describe how your assigned personnel's technical skills, knowledge, experience and demonstrateable proficiency will meet the identifiable tasks in the PWS paragraphs 5.4 through 5.5, including subparagraphs.

2. Describe your understanding of the roles of the assigned personnel within the DoD Intelligence Community (IC), and its mission of providing near to real time intelligence to supported units.

3. Describe your knowledge and experience in processing Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), translations services from the Specified Contract Required Language (SCRL) into English or from English into the SCRL, producing written documents such as transcripts and reports, conducting global and cryptologic language training, development of global and cryptologic language training materials, integrating current and developed training into a technology enhanced environment, tracking student training, knowledge and implementation of training requirements as related to Distributed Common Ground System (DCGS), Direct Support Operator (DSO), COMPASS CALL, Airborne linguists (1A8) and ground linguists (1N3).

4. Describe how you plan to recover/deal with unanticipated problems such as short notice language changes and personnel turnover.

5. Describe your management approach for managing personnel resources across multiple projects at various geographical locations. Include your plan for tracking project progress from initial tasking through completion.

6. Describe your management approach for simultaneously managing multiple task orders at various geographical locations.

7. Describe your process for introducing new personnel to the project, to include training plans and ramp-up time lines. Also include how you will ensure that the required training (i.e., DoD 8570, Air Force Information Assurance (IA)/ Force Protection) will be accomplished and managed.

8. Describe your management approach for providing timely, accurate and responsive customer
service. This plan should include the potential capability for 24/7 support.

9. Identify and describe your management approach for ensuring all employees can satisfy the
Contract Security Specification established in DD Form 254 at time of award and maintain the appropriate security clearances to conduct operations.

Part IV. Communication:

If your company is interested, e-mail your responses to Teresa Gonzalez, teresa.gonzalez@us.af.mil and Carissa Lechner, carissa.lechner@us.af.mil. Responses should be received no later than 7 Dec 2015. Direct and succinct responses are preferred. Marketing materials such as company pamphlets and brochures are considered an insufficient response.

All responses must be UNCLASSIFIED, no classified material will be accepted or considered with this Sources Sought Synopsis. The responses should be one copy, single spaced, 12pt font, and limited to no more than 10 pages. In addition, identify a representative to support further Government inquiries and requests for clarification of the information provided, if needed.

To the maximum extent possible, please submit non-proprietary information. Proprietary information and trade secrets, if any, must be clearly marked on all materials. All information received that is marked Proprietary will be handled accordingly. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned. All government and contractor personal reviewing RFI responses will have signed non-disclosure agreements and understand their responsibility for proper use and protection from unauthorized disclosure of proprietary information as described 41 USC 423. The Government shall not be held liable for any damages incurred if proprietary information is not properly identified.