Regional Aviation Sustainment Management Central (RASM-C) Aviation Field Maintenance Services

Synopsis: This Sources Sought amends the original sources sought that was posted on June 23, 2014. The Army Contracting Command - Redstone (ACC Redstone), is seeking information concerning the interest and availability of capable contractors to provide quality US Army Aviation Field and Sustainment Level Maintenance. The effort will encompass Reset, installation of Modification Work Orders (MWO), logistics support, and other maintenance support by consolidating the current Regional Aviation Sustainment Management Central (RASM-C) and RASM-East (RASM-E) area of operations as defined below.

The Army Contracting Command - Redstone (ACC Redstone), is seeking information concerning the interest and availability of capable contractors to provide quality US Army Aviation Field and Sustainment Level Maintenance. The effort will encompass Reset, installation of Modification Work Orders (MWO), logistics support, and other maintenance support within the Regional Aviation Sustainment Management Central (RASM-C) area of operation as defined below.

This Sources Sought shall not be construed as a formal solicitation or an obligation on the part of the Government to acquire any products or services. Any information provided to the Government is strictly voluntary and at no cost to the Government. A formal solicitation will be announced separately if required.

Anticipated Period of Performance: The period of performance is anticipated to cover a 60 day transition-in period beginning May 2015 plus a base and two one-year option periods.

Background:
The contract is in support of the Army Aviation and Missile Command's (AMCOM) Logistics Center (ALC) Field Support and Readiness Directorate requirement for the Army's rotary wing aircraft maintenance program within RASM-C and RASM-E.

The primary maintenance support facility for RASM - C is located at Ft Campbell, KY. The RASM-C Area of Responsibility (AOR) includes the following geographic area: Alabama, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan, Mississippi, Tennessee, Ohio, Wisconsin, and Louisiana. Recent travel locations include (but are not limited to) Smyrna, TN; Pineville, LA; West Bend, WI; Ft Rucker, AL.

The primary maintenance support facilities for RASM-E include Hunter Army Airfield (HAAF), Savannah, GA; Ft. Bragg, NC (FBNC); and Ft. Drum, NY. The RASM-E AOR includes the following geographic area: Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Virginia, and West Virginia.

Examples of activities performed in both regions include: Army Aviation Field and Sustainment Level Reset and Unit Maintenance; Aviation Unit Maintenance/Aviation Intermediate Maintenance Support; Installation Aviation Supply Support, Ground Support Equipment Maintenance and Installation of MWOs. Modifications will be applied in conjunction with Reset and stand alone. Modifications will be performed at the sites and by travel teams supporting the regions. Contractor maintenance could include Combat Aviation Brigade (CAB) support.

It is anticipated the contractor will be required to have and maintain higher Quality Management Systems to include AS9110 (REV A) and provide copies of their AS9110 Revision A (or higher) Certifications.

The contractor will be required to perform the effort IAW current, applicable Army regulations and operating procedures including the AR 95-20 in effect at time of award.

Sources Sought Purpose: The synopsis is to conduct Market Research and to gain knowledge of interest, capabilities and qualifications of potential sources interested in providing the services for aviation maintenance in support of Army Aviation. Industry feedback is vitally important and the Government will be receptive to any and all ideas received from industry. Proprietary information is not being solicited.

Sources Sought Responses: If previously submitted a capabilities statement and there are no additional comments, you need not resubmit. Include any comments on consolidation of RASM-East and RASM-Central.

The following information applies to new submissions.

Include in your response a statement of capabilities as it relates to this effort. Include information on any certifications currently held by the company, especially as it relates to Quality Management Systems-Requirements.

In addition, provide input on suggested contract types and structures for the aviation maintenance need described herein. Include recommendation on use of incentive fees/award fees in your response.

Responses to the Sources Sought should be limited to no more than 10 single sided pages. All information included in the responses should be specific to this Sources Sought Synopsis.

Contacts to Government personnel regarding this Sources Sought subject are restricted and must proceed through the POC listed below.

POC:
Theresa Weigartz
Contracting Officer
Army Contracting Command (ACC) Redstone
Aviation Maintenance Division
Email:Theresa.Weigartz@us.army.mil

Synopsis: The Army Contracting Command - Redstone (ACC Redstone), is seeking information concerning the interest and availability of capable contractors to provide quality US Army Aviation Field and Sustainment Level Maintenance. The effort will encompass Reset, installation of Modification Work Orders (MWO), logistics support, and other maintenance support within the Regional Aviation Sustainment Manager Central (RASM-C) area of operation as defined below.

This Sources Sought shall not be construed as a formal solicitation or an obligation on the part of the Government to acquire any products or services. Any information provided to the Government is strictly voluntary and at no cost to the Government. A formal solicitation will be announced separately if required.

Anticipated Period of Performance: The period of performance is anticipated to cover a 60 day transition-in period beginning May 2015 plus a base and two one-year option periods.

Background:
The contract is in support of the Army Aviation and Missile Command's (AMCOM) Logistics Center (ALC) Field Support and Readiness Directorate requirement for the Army's rotary wing aircraft maintenance program within RASM-C.

The primary maintenance support facility for RASM - C is located at Ft Campbell, KY. The RASM-C Area of Responsibility (AOR) includes the following geographic area: Alabama, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan, Mississippi, Tennessee, Ohio, Wisconsin, and Louisiana. Recent travel locations include (but are not limited to) Smyrna, TN; Pineville, LA; West Bend, WI; Ft Rucker, AL.

Examples of activities performed at Fort Campbell include: Army Aviation Field and Sustainment Level Reset and Unit Maintenance; Aviation Unit Maintenance/Aviation Intermediate Maintenance Support; Installation Aviation Supply Support, Ground Support Equipment Maintenance and Installation of MWOs. Modifications will be applied in conjunction with Reset and stand alone. Modifications will be performed at Fort Campbell and by travel teams supporting the RASM-C area. The contractor will support the 101st Combat Aviation Brigade (CAB) at Campbell Army Airfield (CAAF).

It is anticipated the contractor will be required to have and maintain higher Quality Management Systems to include AS9110 (REV A) and provide copies of their AS9110 Revision A (or higher) Certifications.

The contractor will be required to perform the effort IAW current, applicable Army regulations and operating procedures including the AR 95-20 in effect at time of award.

Sources Sought Purpose: The synopsis is to conduct Market Research and to gain knowledge of interest, capabilities and qualifications of potential sources interested in providing the services for aviation maintenance in support of Army Aviation. Industry feedback is vitally important and the Government will be receptive to any and all ideas received from industry. Proprietary information is not being solicited.

Sources Sought Responses: Include in your response a statement of capabilities as it relates to this effort. Include information on any certifications currently held by the company, especially as it relates to Quality Management Systems-Requirements.

In addition, provide input on suggested contract types and structures for the aviation maintenance need described herein. Include recommendation on use of incentive fees/award fees in your response.

Responses to the Sources Sought should be limited to no more than 10 single sided pages. All information included in the responses should be specific to this Sources Sought Synopsis.

Contacts to Government personnel regarding this Sources Sought subject are restricted and must proceed through the POC listed below.

POC:
Theresa Weigartz
Contracting Officer
Army Contracting Command (ACC) Redstone
Aviation Maintenance Division
Email:Theresa.Weigartz@us.army.mil