SOLICITATION NOTICE
70 -- AIR FORCE NETWORK-CENTRIC SOLUTIONS (NETCENTS)
- Notice Date
- 4/27/2004
- Notice Type
- Solicitation Notice
- Contracting Office
- HQ SSG/AQE-NETCENTS, 85 South Hodges Avenue, Bldg 403, Room 11, MAFB-Gunter Annex, AL
- ZIP Code
- 01731
- Solicitation Number
- FA8771-04-R-0006
- Archive Date
- 9/27/2004
- Point of Contact
- Sandi Bader, (334) 416-6324<br> Cynthia Crews, (334) 416-1660
- E-Mail Address
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(sandi.bader@gunter.af.mil)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- The purpose of this notice is to change the Solicitation No. for Air Force Network - Centric Solutions (NETCENTS), as published on 13 May 2003 in FedBizOpps, from: 'SSG-03-001' to: 'FA8771-04-R-0006'. Any further information which may be posted with regard to 'NETCENTS' will have revised Solicitation No. 'FA8771-04-R-0006' associated with it. Original synopsis (13 May 2003): The Headquarters Standard Systems Group (HQ SSG) of the Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) is seeking sources for the acquisition of Network-Centric Solutions (NETCENTS) to include Information Technology, Networking, Telephony, Security (NCITNTS), Voice, Video and Data Communications to include (but not limited to) Commercial-off-the-Shelf (COTS) products, system solutions and systems hardware and software to satisfy the requirements for interoperability, compatibility, and resource sharing of both Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) and Contractor Furnished Equipment (CFE), supporting the Air Force's Global Information Grid (GIG) architecture. NCITNTS is designed as a flexible end-user solution to embrace diverse current and future requirements, ensure interoperability through standards-based technology (using both GFE and CFE) and implement the constant evolution of current technology and system solutions, supporting initiatives such as the Defense Information System Network (DISN), Defense Switch Network (DSN), Defense Message System (DMS), Air Force System Network (AFSN) (Secret Internet Protocol Router Network - SIPRNET, Non-Classified Internet Protocol Router Network - NIPRNET), Defense Research & Engineering Network (DREN), Global Command and Control Systems (GCCS), Global Combat Support System (GCSS) and Combat Information Transport Systems (CITS) program. The scope of this planned acquisition is to establish an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Network-Centric Information Technology COTS products, security (firewalls, vpn, encryption and decryption, etc.) and system solutions (to include but not be limited to engineering, software development, integration, installation, testing, warranty, training, operations and maintenance), and the hardware, software and materials to design, install, support and maintain Network-Centric Information Technology, Networking, Telephony and Security (NCITNTS) systems. All Products provided under this contract shall be commercial items (see definition at FAR 2.101) readily available in the commercial marketplace. The system solutions shall be commercially available and include both inside plant (ISP) and outside plant (OSP) installation and support to interconnect multiple buildings in a campus/enterprise wide environment. NCITNTS systems shall support a wide range of users in areas such as command and control, war fighting, office automation, finance, inventory, engineering, and training. The primary customers are the Department of Defense, other Federal Government Agencies, Secondary customers may be state and local Governments, U.S. Allies and Government contractor vendors executing an approved active task/delivery order. NCITNTS systems may be implemented at locations worldwide and may include both Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) and Contractor Furnished Equipment (CFE). System solutions include commercial industry accepted System Engineering Processes, to include but not limited to, Site Requirements Analysis/Conceptual Design, Engineering (hardware, software, network), Installation (also includes allied services when approved, both inside plant (ISP- power, groundings, HVAC, racks, fiber optic distribution panels, equipment, internal cabling, comm. closets, etc.) and outside plant (OSP-fiber, manholes, duct, building entries, trenching, digging, construction, etc.) installation and support to interconnect multiple buildings in a campus/enterprise wide environment), Integration, Testing, Training, Operations and Maintenance for Networks, Information Technology, Telephony and Network-Centric Systems that have a logical/physical/wireless or portal interface to the network and are available in the contractor's commercial catalog. Contractor shall provide system solutions for custom system/application development and enhancements and the preparation of detailed designs. Detailed designs include, but not limited to, detailed data and process models, program/system specifications, interface specifications/documentation, screen and report designs, prototypes, testing, program control specifications, structure charts, module/component definitions, networking or teleprocessing considerations and hardware/network architecture. In this context an NCITNTS system is defined as an extremely connective, flexible, high-speed computing and communication environment that provides a path between geographically dispersed users and attached services that are transparent to the user. The potential term of the contract is expected to be approximately 60 months. Goals of the NETCENTS strategy are to reduce proposal preparation cost for industry (early in the process) by identifying only those sources deemed "Highly Competitive", and reduce government resources required to evaluate a large number of offerors. IAW FAR 15.202 Advisory multi-step process, this sources sought snyposis is in support of a market survey being conducted by HQ SSG to determine potential sources capable of implementing NETCENTS. Criteria for determining highly qualified firms capable of serving as prime contractor is summarized below. This solicitation process will be conducted in two phases. In Phase one, the Government intends to review the past performance, qualifications, and capabilities of interested sources in order to identify "Highly Competitive" teams. The source's experience as a subcontractor can be considered as meeting qualification criteria but should clearly show "clarity of responsibility" for the work performed as the subcontractor. Phase One will allow interested sources an opportunity to more accurately assess their chances for selection through the evaluation of the qualification packages described below. Phase Two is the solicitation. For Phase One (Element One), interested potential sources should respond by submitting a qualification package that indicates your ability to meet the following criteria: a) prior experience in: Network-Centric Information Technology, Networking, Telephony and Security (NCITNTS) systems supporting a wide range of users in areas such as command and control, war fighting, office automation, finance, inventory, engineering, and training; b) substantial experience in Site Requirements Analysis/Conceptual Design, Engineering (hardware, software, network), Installation (also includes allied services when approved, both inside plant (ISP- power, groundings, HVAC, racks, fiber optic distribution panels, equipment, internal cabling, comm. closets, etc.) and outside plant (OSP fiber, manholes, duct, building entries, trenching, digging, construction, etc.) installation and support to interconnect multiple buildings in a campus/enterprise wide environment), Integration, Testing, Training, Operations and Maintenance for Networks, Information Technology, Telephony and Network-Centric Systems that have a logical/physical/wireless or portal interface to the network and are available in the contractor's commercial catalog; c) ability to accomplish installation throughout the continental United States and Overseas; d) capacity to support requirements ranging from one to many large scale design and installation projects simultaneously; e) earned value management in system performance, warranty, and maintenance program. Qualification packages shall be no more than 10 pages clearly describing the team's experience and qualifications to develop, field, and sustain NCITNTS and shall contain no classified or proprietary information. Phase One (Element Two), interested potential sources should also include a summary of recent past performance information and client points of contact (POC) that relate to the team experience described in the qualification package. Work must be ongoing or have been completed during the past three calendar years. A maximum of 5 contracts may be submitted, one page per contract. This past performance information shall include: Contract Number(s), Contract Name, Total Contract Value (if subcontract, value of the subcontract), Contract obligation to date, Performance period, summary of work performed, customer points of contact with phone number, Fax number, E mail address, and mailing address (if subcontract, provide POC for the prime contract). This past performance information will be used to verify the experience and level of customer satisfaction on the contracts cited in support of the qualification areas. Contractor format is acceptable for the qualification package. Also, please include up to a 2-page summary of each team member's corporate History. All documents must be provided in 12 pitch font, single spaced format, MSOffice 2000 compatible. Evaluation criteria for qualification packages may at the end of this solicitation as posted on Hanscom Electronic RFP Bulletin Board (HERBB) @ herbb.hanscom.af.mil. All Status and future solicitation information and any updates and changes will also be announced on HERBB. We encourage all sources to register and check the HERBB Page often for additional information. Documents describing NETCENTS capabilities and evaluation qualification criteria will be published on the web in the very near future. This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or an announcement of a solicitation. NO SOLICITATION IS AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. The Government plans to issue a multiple award ID/IQ contract. Specific activities will be tasked order driven. Contract award is planned for the 2nd Quarter of FY04. Pricing will be negotiated in accordance with FAR Part 15. Responders should indicate whether they would perform as a prime or subcontractor, and also indicate their small business status, e.g., small, small-disadvantaged, women-owned, HUBZone and/or service-disabled veteran. The small business definition for the contract is 1,500 employees (North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) Code 517110. This synopsis is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) nor does its issuance restrict the government as to the ultimate acquisition approach. The Government will not reimburse the contractor for any cost associated with preparing or submitting a response to this notice. Note: The Air Force has contracted with Titan/Sencom Corporation for support services under the program management of the Headquarters Standard System Group. The Air Force contract with Titan/Sencom and employment contract with its personnel prohibit the unauthorized dissemination of data to which it or its employees have access. It is the Government's intent to use the services of Titan/Sencom in an advisory role in the evaluation of the qualification packages. These documents are due by 1600 local time on 30 May 2003. Submit one hard copy (and one electronic copy via e-mail) of the qualifications packages and past performance information to Ms Cyndi Crews, Contracting Officer, HQ SSG/AQA-NETCENTS, 85 South Hodges Ave, Bldg 403, Room 11, Maxwell-Gunter Annex, Al 36114-3000. E-mail: Cynthia.crews@gunter.af.mil. Fax Number: (334) 416-4827. The sole point of contact for this acquisition is Cyndi Crews. Please direct any inquiries, questions or concerns to Cyndi Crews, phone number 334-416-1660 or e-mail above. Qualification Package Criteria The evaluation criteria correspond to the information requested in the NETCENTS Pre Solicitation Notice published in the Commerce Business Daily (CBD). Each evaluation area will be based on the following definitions: Area 1: Current Experience with NCITNTS Technologies installed throughout the continental United States and Overseas supporting requirements ranging from one to many large-scale design and installation projects simultaneously. Highly Competitive: Has Extensive experience with NCITNTS technologies required to achieve the Air Force's Global Information Grid (GIG) compliance. Has successfully employed methods for system and network engineering, software development, integration, installation, testing, training, and operations to accomplish installation throughout the continental United States and Overseas, while supporting requirements ranging from one to many large scale design and installation projects simultaneously. Area 2: Current Experience Planning and Managing the Incremental Design, Development, Integration and test of NCITNTS Technology Systems. Highly Competitive: Has Extensive experience Site Requirements Analysis/Conceptual Design, Engineering (hardware, software, network), Installation (also includes allied services when approved, both inside plant (ISP- power, groundings, HVAC, racks, fiber optic distribution panels, equipment, internal cabling, comm. closets, etc.) and outside plant (OSP-fiber, manholes, duct, building entries, trenching, digging, construction, etc.) installation and support to interconnect multiple buildings in a campus/enterprise wide environment), Integration, Testing, Training, Operations and Maintenance. Area 3: Current Experience (within 3 calendar years) providing high levels of system performance, warranty and maintenance and experience using Network-Centric Information Technology, Networking, Telephony and Security (NCITNTS) systems. Highly Competitive: Has Extensive experience developing NCITNTS Technology Systems with high degrees of system performance. Has Extensive experience providing warranty for NCITNTS Technology Systems and has an extensive maintenance program. NOTE: THIS NOTICE WAS NOT POSTED TO WWW.FEDBIZOPPS.GOV ON THE DATE INDICATED IN THE NOTICE ITSELF (27-APR-2004); HOWEVER, IT DID APPEAR IN THE FEDBIZOPPS FTP FEED ON THIS DATE. PLEASE CONTACT fbo.support@gsa.gov REGARDING THIS ISSUE.
- Web Link
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Air Force Network Centric Solutions (NETCENTS)
(http://www.eps.gov/spg/USAF/AFMC/ESC/FA8771-04-R-0006/listing.html)
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