MODIFICATION
J -- AFSCN Obscura, Mission Integration, and Network Support Sustainment (OMINS)
- Notice Date
- 4/20/2007
- Notice Type
- Modification
- NAICS
- 541330
— Engineering Services
- Contracting Office
- Department of the Air Force, Air Force Space Command, Space and Missile Systems Center-SMC/LGK, 1050 E. Stewart Avenue, Peterson AFB,, CO, 80914-2902, UNITED STATES
- ZIP Code
- 00000
- Solicitation Number
- Reference-Number-07-26
- Response Due
- 4/27/2007
- Archive Date
- 5/12/2007
- Point of Contact
- Gary Simpson, Contract Specialist, Phone 719-556-2577, Fax 719-556-9464, - Gary Simpson, Contract Specialist, Phone 719-556-2577, Fax 719-556-9464,
- E-Mail Address
-
gary.simpson@peterson.af.mil, gary.simpson@peterson.af.mil
- Description
- SMC SLG/PKN, located at Peterson AFB, CO, is contemplating awarding a sustainment contract in support of Air Force Space Command?s Air Force Satellite Control Network (AFSCN), Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. This contract requires a single provider of support for antenna obscura, mission integration, and network support. Antenna obscura is the complete horizon profile which describes visibility limitations of the antenna. Mission Integration is providing technical expertise for the areas of system integration and test, mission operational requirements, network capabilities and limitations. Network support (NS) is providing expertise and support to the Network Data management and Control (NDMC) Working Group. The NDMC-generated data includes information such as obscura values, transmit inhibit zones, antenna information, and atmospheric perturbations. The NS effort also includes providing technical support and assistance for the WEb-Based Data Analysis and ReposiTory (WEBDART), the database that houses all NDMC information. AFSCN Mission. The AFSCN is a global network of space and ground Telemetry, Tracking, and Command (TT&C) assets, mission operations, and data transfer resources that support manned and unmanned Department of Defense (DoD) and non-DoD programs, and United States (U.S.) sponsored programs of foreign governments. The space programs supported by the AFSCN are of vital national interest and require the highest possible level of support 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. The AFSCN includes, but is not limited to, a set of common resources consisting of multiple antennas at various locations worldwide, and the Operational Control Node (OCN) available to provide DoD satellite systems with mission operations support. There are 7 Remote Tracking Stations (RTS) in need of support: New Hampshire Tracking Station, New Hampshire; Thule Tracking Station, Greenland; Guam Tracking Station, Andersen AFB, Guam; Hawaii Tracking Station, Kaena Point, Hawaii; Colorado Tracking Station, Schriever AFB CO; Diego Garcia Tracking Station, British Indian Ocean Territory; Oakhanger Telemetry and Command Squadron, England; and the Operational Control Node (OCN), Schriever AFB, CO. The OCN consists of all communications (i.e., primary, alternate, and Secure Voice System [SVS]) for operations control, telemetry, and data processing for the Satellite Operations Center (SOC) located at Schriever AFB. This site functions as the primary control center for the integrated, worldwide AFSCN. Schriever AFB provides support to spacecraft during pre-launch, launch, and on-orbit activities. This support consists of tracking and orbit determination, acquiring and processing telemetry data to determine spacecraft health and status, receiving payload data and relaying the data to appropriate users, generating and transmitting commands, and the scheduling of RTS resources via the Electronic Schedule Dissemination (ESD) subsystem. Additional Location Changes. Because of changes in using command equipment support requirements and directives, locations may be added or removed during the period of performance for this contract. Obscura. Provide support and technical expertise related to soft and hard Obscura sustainment at above listed locations. Complete Radiation Hazard Surveys. Brief, manage, and coordinate survey activities. Integrate Electro-Magnetic Radiation Hazard Surveys with obscura data and generate graphs and plots for use by the Government using Auto CAD, excel, and other Government-furnished equipment. Provide automated obscura analysis capability (AOAC) and update and maintain the AOAC tool for all AFSCN sites. Update/maintain obscura distribution list. Security clearances and on-site security escort services for assessments and surveys are required. Mission Integration and Network Support (to include WEBDART). Provide technical expertise, to include unique AFSCN configuration and knowledge of satellite programs and users to the Command and Control, RTS, and Communications Systems user development community. Evaluate and provide technical recommendations to new and existing users of the AFSCN on operations, testing and network troubleshooting. Operate effectively at multiple levels of security. Support integration/test of new systems and capabilities by providing technical expertise on all aspects of the AFSCN. Determine network development activities that may impact or degrade mission support. Support the Government AFSCN NDMC effort. The NDMC Working Group is responsible for approving all network common database parameter and value changes (i.e. obscura values and atmospheric perturbations), coordinating the proposed changes with users, managing the change control process for network common database parameters and values, and communicating these changes to all effected users. For the WEBDART database specifically, provide technical support to the NDMC effort to include: supporting access to the Network-Common Database IAW government standards; providing technical assistance and support for database operations, queries and reports; implementing government approved data value updates, changes, and modifications; evaluating NDMC change requests for software design modifications. Directed Engineering. Contractor will conduct special engineering studies, analyses, and investigations as directed by the PCO. Program Management. Provide the support required to manage the OMINS effort and report status in the form of program management reviews and program status reviews to cover cost, schedule, and performance. Coordinate and exchange working level information with associate contractors and Government organizations to facilitate understanding of OMINS activities. The statement of capabilities (SOC) shall not exceed 10 one-sided pages in length and shall include demonstrated obscura, mission integration, and network support capability for AFSCN or similar systems. Response must be submitted by e-mail in electronic form in Microsoft Word 98 or higher or, PDF Format. All responses must conform to 8.5 by 11 inch pages, with font no smaller than 12 point. The INTENDED basic period of performance is for 1 year plus 4 one-year option years with estimated award in early 2008. The ANSTIPATED projected Request for Proposal (RFP) release date for this effort is May 2007. This synopsis is for information and planning purposes only; it does not constitute a RFP. Information herein is based on the best information available at the time of publication, is subject to revision, and is not binding on the Government. The Government will not recognize any cost associated with the submission of an SOC. Information received will be considered as market research and to identify prospective credible sources. Responses from small business and small, disadvantaged business firms are highly encouraged. Firms responding should indicate if they are a small business, a socially and economically disadvantaged business, 8(a) firms, historically black colleges or universities, and minority institutions. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 541330 ($25M). Submit all responses to synopsis to: SMC SLG/PKN, Attn: Gary Simpson, 1050 E Stewart Ave, Peterson AFB, CO 80914-2902 (e-mail: gary.simpson@peterson.af.mil) within 10 days of the posting of this synopsis. An Ombudsman has been appointed to address concerns from offerors or potential offerors. The Ombudsman does not diminish the authority of the program director or contracting officer, but communicates contractor concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations to the appropriate Government personnel. When requested, the Ombudsman shall maintain strict confidentiality as to the source of concern. The Ombudsman does not participate in the evaluation of proposals or in the source selection process. The Ombudsman is Mr John Wagner, SMC/DS, (310) 336-2138.
- Place of Performance
- Address: New Hampshire TS, Thule TS, Guam TS, Andersen AFB, Guam; Hawaii TS, Kaena Point, Hawaii; Colorado TS, Schriever AFB CO; Diego Garcia TS, British Indian Ocean Territory; Oakhanger Telemetry and Cmd Squadron, England; & OCN.
- Zip Code: 80914
- Country: UNITED STATES
- Zip Code: 80914
- Record
- SN01277992-W 20070422/070420221034 (fbodaily.com)
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