Aircrew Accommodation Lab Support Services

Sought after DEPT OF DEFENSE DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTERCOMBAT READINESS /ROUK No Set aside used NT AND MATERIALS TESTING- MISCELLANEOUS This announcement constitutes a Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) only. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) Human Systems Division (AFLCMC/ROU) is conducting a market assessment to identify potential sources and companies that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to respond to the

requirements listed in this document to explore cost effective options to provide this capability and to obtain valuable feedback in regards to the

requirements for laboratory operational support for the Airmen Accommodation Lab (AAL). ALFCMC/ROU is issuing this SSS to explore cost effective options to provide this capability and to obtain valuable feedback in regard to the attached draft Performance Work Statement (PWS). This SSS is issued solely for information and planning purposes and will be considered to determine the acquisition strategy for the AAL labs as well as future solicitations. This is not a request for a quote, request for proposal, or an invitation to bid, nor is this to be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract. Additionally, this SSS does not restrict the Government to a particular acquisition approach. The Government will not reimburse or pay for any information submitted in response to this SSS or any follow-up information requests. Responders are advised that the Government will not pay for any information or administrative cost incurred in response to this SSS. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned. All costs associated with responding to this SSS will be solely at the responding party’s expense. AFLCMC is not seeking proposals at this time,and will not accept unsolicited proposals. Not responding to this SSS does not preclude participation in any future Request for Proposal (RFP), if issued. Small Businesses are encouraged to provide responses to this SSS in order to assist AFLCMC in determining potential levels of competition available in the industry, as well as helping to establish a basis for developing any subsequent subcontracting goals. The acquisition strategy is still being determined. The Government’s intent is to use market research results to determine whether this requirement will be a full and open competition, a small business set aside, a sole source acquisition, or utilization of DLA contract. If there are sufficient demonstrated interest and capability among small business contractors, then it may be determined that a small business set-aside is appropriate. A key factor in determining if an acquisition will be a small business set-aside is that two or more potential small business prime contractors must be capable of performing at least 50% of the effort, as defined in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.219-14, “Limitations on Subcontracting”. Note: The Nonmanufacturer Rule exception applies to this acquisition (see FAR 19.102(f) for more details). If it is determined that a small business set-aside is appropriate, and your company anticipates submitting a proposal as the prime contractor for a small business set- aside, please provide specific details and rationale as to how compliance with FAR 52.219-14 would be achieved, including specific details regarding teaming arrangements, etc. 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. If this effort is not set-aside for small business, small business utilization will be considered. Large and small businesses should provide a reasonable expectation for small business utilization as a percent of total contract value, as well as supporting rationale for the recommended percentage. In accordance with FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. It is the responsibility of the interested parties to monitor the Beta.SAM.gov site for additional information pertaining to this SSS. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this inquiry. This announcement is not to be construed as a formal solicitation. It does not commit the Government to reply to the information received, to later publish a solicitation, or to award a contract based on this information. Companies may be contacted if additional information is needed to fully understand the marketplace and/or comments to the

requirements. Responders should also state whether they are interested in being a prime contractor for thisrequirement or a subcontractor. Purpose: The purpose of this SSS is to gather information on the current state and availability of vendors that are capable of conducting test and evaluation of aircrew flight equipment and aircraft crew stations to assess the level of anthropometric accommodation for the USAF population as stated in the

requirements below and PWS. The feedback received will be used to assess if the

requirements are achievable within industry. Airmen Accommodation Laboratory