Urban Operations Training Systems (UOTS)

The purpose of this message is to post the updated Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Performance Specification for the Urban Operations Training Systems (UOTS) acquisition. In addition, attached are responses to questions submitted regarding the PWS and Specification. For questions regarding this message contact Phil Davis at phil.b.davis@us.army.mil.

The purpose of this message is to provide the slides presented at Urban Operations Training Systems (UOTS) Industry Day on 29 June 2009 at Ft. Benning. Referenced slides outline the various UOTS sub programs. In addition, I have provided the list of Contractors that were in attendance. This list is provided purely as a convenience, and the Government is undertaking no obligation to maintain, update, or ensure its accuracy, nor will the Government act as an intermediary between contractors in any way.

Be advised that companies were not required to attend Industry Day in order to bid on this effort. This acquisition will not be competed as a PEO STRI Omnibus Contract II (STOC II). This is a competitive acquisition for the award of an Indefinite Delivery/ Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract. Below is a tentative schedule for the UOTS acquisition.


Release of UOTS Solicitation 31 August 2009
Proposal due date 26 October 2009


Questions regarding the UOTS Performance Work Statement (PWS), Performance Specification and Solicitation shall be submitted to Phil Davis at phil.b.davis@us.army.mil.

PM TRADE will be holding an Industry Day on 29 June, 2009 for the Urban Operations Training Systems (UOTS) program. This meeting will be held in Ft. Benning, GA. A document with driving directions and a map link to Ft. Benning has been provided to industry members expressing an interest in attending. This document can be provided upon request.

This Industry Day is being held to provide all potential UOTS offerors an opportunity to view an actual CACTF, Shoot House, Urban Assault Course, and Mobile MOUT site. This will provide a better understanding of site conditions when completed by the Corps of Engineers, the size and variation in buildings, and the typical instrumentation challenges. During this event, all equipment will be turned off. This is a working military installation and no photography is allowed.

Please note that the Modular Live Fire Shoot House (MLFSH) requirement has been removed from this acquisition.

The revised Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Performance Specification (SPEC) will be posted as part of this announcement. Questions regarding the UOTS PWS, SPEC and Solicitation will not be entertained during the UOTS Industry Day. Any such requirements questions should be submitted to Phil Davis at phil.b.davis@us.army.mil. Questions and answers related to the PWS, SPEC and Solicitation will be posted to the Federal Business Opportunities portal when complete.

Items to bring to Industry Day:

- Casual Dress (Jeans, Polo, Boots and or Sneakers)
- Rain Gear
- Suntan Lotion
- Bug Spray
- No cameras


Attendance is not required as part of this acquisition. For any questions regarding this announcement contact Phil Davis at phil.b.davis@us.army.mil (407)-384-5335.

PM TRADE will be holding an Industry Day on 29 June, 2009 for the Urban Operations Training Systems (UOTS) program. This meeting will be held in Ft. Benning, GA.

A general briefing on Monday, 29 June, starting 0900, will provide information regarding Urban Assault Courses (UACs), Shoot houses (SHs), Combined Arms Collective Training Facilities (CACTF), and Mobile Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT) facilities. The briefing will be held at the Selby After Action Review (AAR) facility. Upon completion of the briefing, Contractors will be invited to visit the various sites. The CACTF, UAC, SH, and Mobile MOUT sites will include a minimum of two Government personnel who will be available to provide information regarding the site and to answer site specific questions. The Government will provide a link to a map of Ft. Benning and written directions from the nearby town of Columbus. The map and directions will be available 8 June.

Questions regarding the UOTS Statement of Work (SOW), Contract Data Requirement Lists (CDRL), Performance Specification (SPEC), and Solicitation will not be entertained during the UOTS industry day. Any such requirements questions should be submitted to Phil Davis at phil.b.davis@us.army.mil. Questions and answers related to the SOW, CDRLs, SPEC, and Solicitation will be posted to the Federal Business Opportunities portal when complete.

Access to Ft. Benning is controlled through vehicle checkpoints. Drivers of vehicles without military stickers must stop at the visitors center on I-185 or Benning Blvd.; present a valid drivers license and proof of registration or rental contract to get a temporary access pass.

All vehicles will be stopped at the gates. Drivers and passengers should be prepared to present identification. Be advised to limit the amount of vehicles for each team.

If you are interested in participating in this event, please respond to Phil Davis phil.b.davis@us.army.mil (407) 384-5335 by COB 19 June, 2009. Please provide a POC for your company and for each person attending the following information: name, phone number, company name, title and email. Not more than 4 guests per company are permitted to attend.