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R -- MARKET SURVEY: Requesting Industry Capabilities for long-term program and operational support for the FAA’s Tower Simulation Systems (TSSs) - Attachment
- Notice Date
- 3/7/2016
- Notice Type
- Attachment
- NAICS
- 541512
— Computer Systems Design Services
- Contracting Office
- FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION, AAQ-310 WA - FAA Headquarters (Washington, DC)
- Solicitation Number
- 23671
- Response Due
- 4/6/2016
- Archive Date
- 4/6/2016
- Point of Contact
- Robert Taylor II, robert.c.taylor-ii@faa.gov, Phone: 202-267-4434
- E-Mail Address
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- Small Business Set-Aside
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- Description
- 1.INTRODUCTION/PURPOSE The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has a requirement for long-term program and operational support for the FAA s Tower Simulation Systems (TSSs) that have been previously procured on other Government contracts. The TSS is used by the FAA for training air traffic controllers at FAA Air Traffic Control Towers (ATCT). The purpose of this announcement is to conduct a Market Survey to solicit statements of interest and capabilities from interested vendors in accordance with FAA Acquisition Management System (AMS) Policy 3.2.1.2.1. This announcement is NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) NOR IS IT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE (RFQ). The FAA is not seeking or accepting unsolicited proposals. The FAA will not pay for any information received or cost incurred in preparing the responses to this Market Survey or activities contained herein. Therefore, any costs associated with this submission are solely at the interested vendor s expense. The nature of the competition that will be conducted for this procurement has not been finalized at this time. The FAA will evaluate the responses to this Market Survey and will make acquisition decisions based on vendor responses and the FAA s needs. The FAA may decide to do a full and open competition or set aside all or part of this procurement for small businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses or eligible socially and economically disadvantaged businesses that are certified by the Small Business Administration (SBA) for participation in the SBA s 8(a) Program. The Principal North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is 541512 with SBA size standard of $25.5 in average annual receipts. This Market Survey conveys the potential FAA need and seeks sources capable of providing the desired functional capabilities described herein. The specific program and operational support services required by the FAA under this procurement are provided in Section 3 of this Market Survey. Responses will assist the FAA in further developing the acquisition strategy for the TSS Program. All information, except that which qualifies under an exemption, provided in response to this Market Survey may be subject to release under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Information considered proprietary or confidential must be clearly marked as such. Any information not identified as proprietary or confidential will be used at the FAA s discretion and may be publicly released without further FOIA disclosure review by the FAA or respondent(s). 2.TSS DESCRIPTION AND BACKGROUND. The TSS is a high fidelity, 3D visual display system that emulates operations at selected airports and is used to train air traffic controllers in a simulated operational tower environment. It uses voice recognition technology and display systems that show a high-fidelity graphic representation of the airport environment, ground radar, communications, and airport radar systems for airborne movements. Each TSS is capable of loading visuals and scenarios for any airport in which a TSS Visual DataBase (VDB) has been built. The TSS provides an interactive, highly realistic, full-scale training capability through the generation of complex traffic scenarios for air traffic controllers in a non-operational Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) environment. In operation, the TSS supports up to three simultaneous positions, i.e., local control, ground control, and flight data/clearance delivery. Pseudo pilots , using an input terminal equipped with a graphical user interface, generate realistic scenarios that view the airport and surrounding airspace for entering accurate and timely aircraft control instructions. A recorded playback feature allows instructors to review and evaluate performance with the student controller after each training session. The TSS can provide an unlimited number of different airport databases and can simulate operations as a hub airport or as a satellite airport. For example, a TSS operating as a hub airport at the Ontario, CA airport can, within minutes, display and simulate operations at nearby satellite airports such as Bracket, CA and Chino, CA regional airports. Each satellite airport within commuting distance of the hub airport makes it possible to train developmental controllers at many nearby airports. In addition to developmental controller training, the TSS provides for refresher training and skill enhancement to heighten awareness of controllers from repeated exposure to seldom seen operations and airport conditions. Before departing on a change of airport assignment, a transferring certified controller may prepare for and actually train on the operations they will encounter at their new assigned airport thereby greatly reducing the training time required when they arrive at their new airport. The TSS is a completely standalone system that realistically replicates ATCT operations and enables training to be conducted in an absolutely safe environment. It does not interact with operational air traffic control systems; poses no threat of service disruption; and allows training to be independent of the density or complexity of actual air traffic operations. The student works through each scenario during the course of his training. The TSS is also used in non-training applications. It supports the development and implementation of site surveys for proposed new construction on or near the airfield, as well as assisting in the planning of new runways or changes in local arrival or departure procedures in an accurate and safe simulated ATC environment. The FAA currently has 50 TSSs with 138 VDBs located at 32 airports, the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City, OK and the William J. Hughes Technical Center in Atlantic City, NJ. Forty-one of the 50 TSSs were procured from Adacel Systems, Inc (ASI) under FAA contract DTFAWA-08-D-00002 dated December 19, 2007. The remaining nine (9) systems were procured from ASI by the FAA under contract DTFAWA-13-D-00013 which was awarded on June 26, 2013. A single source contract, DTFAWA-15-D-00012 was awarded February 9, 2015 to ASI for the continued maintenance and support for the 50 TSSs currently used by the FAA. This contract has provisions for a base year and four one-year options. The TSS is comprised of the following five software components: System application and operation software (e.g., MaxSim) Visual DataBase (VDB) (a database that describes the physical characteristics of each airport) Models (3D representation of each aircraft type) Liveries (e.g., aircraft types & distinct airline paintings and markings) Training Scenarios (simulated ATC operations that are unique for each airport tower environment) A TSS typically consists of the following hardware equipment (quantities and types of equipment may vary by TSS site). See Attachment A for the specific locations of each of the 50 FAA TSSs. Dell computers (up to 21 per TSS) ELO 12 touchscreen monitors (up to 6 per TSS) Communication boxes (up to 7 per TSS) JVC projectors (up to 10 per TSS) or 55 LCD/LED Monitors (up to 14 per system) Large LCD monitors (up to 6 Syncmaster 20 and up to 2 Aquos 32 per TSS) Plantronics headsets/amplifiers (up to 6 per TSS) Consoles BOCA Flight Strip Printers with strip holder Assorted network switches, keyboards, mice, connectors, surge/power strips, cables, etc. A picture of a typical TSS installation is provided by Attachment B for information purposes. 3.TSS SERVICES AND SUPPORT REQUIRED UNDER THIS PROCUREMENT. The FAA is exploring the possibility of awarding a new contract for some of the TSS support services which are currently being provided under FAA contract DTFAWA-15-D-00012. Based on receipt of satisfactory responses to this Market Survey the FAA plans to award this new TSS contract on a full and open competition basis. The TSS operation, maintenance and support services that will be required under this new contract include, but are not limited to, the following: Technical data management Hardware and software support Technical Help Desk support TSS ATC training services On-site technical field support Procurement and installation of additional complete TSS systems Procurement and installation of TSS commercial off the shelf (COTS) hardware equipment and software for replacement/sustainment purposes Relocation of existing TSS systems or equipment Procurement, scheduling, deployment, and maintenance of mobile TSS systems Installation of all ASI proprietary software changes (e.g., MaxSim system software) provided by ASI under a separate FAA contract Development of new and modification of existing TSS VDBs, Models, Liveries and Training Scenarios Procurement and installation of all TSS hardware changes provided or approved by ASI under a separate FAA contract System hardware and software configuration management for each installed TSS system Attend TSS system training course(s) (As Required) conducted by ASI under a separate FAA contract during the TSS support transition period currently estimated to be a maximum of 6 months after contract award All TSS system plans, procedures, and other documents (e.g., site survey plan, system acceptance and test plans, installation and checkout plans, etc.) currently in use and/or approved by the government must be used and maintained by the contractor when installing and/or modifying TSS systems owned by the government. The TSS services listed above will be required for all 50 TSSs and associated airport databases currently used by the FAA. The FAA may also acquire additional TSS systems in the future which will be installed at ATC facilities in the Continental United States (CONUS) and would require the same support services delineated in this Market Survey. The FAA plans to release the Screening Information Request (SIR) for this new contract in the third quarter of calendar year 2016. The projected contract award for this new contract is in the first quarter of calendar year 2017. The system level hardware and software design of the TSS will be managed by ASI under the separate FAA contract. This contract with ASI will include the license, maintenance and support for all ASI proprietary technical data and design information (e.g., ASI MaxSim software) and any unique hardware components. Examples of the system software, hardware and logistics support to be provided by ASI to the winner of this new TSS support contract include: Design, development and test of all changes in the ASI proprietary TSS software. Design, development, test and procurement of all changes in ASI proprietary or unique TSS system hardware (e.g., TSS communications interface box). Technical design and performance specification requirements necessary to procure replacement hardware components for TSS systems. System level hardware and software design and configuration management. Conduct system training courses during the TSS support transition period. 4.CAPABILITY STATEMENT AND BUSINESS DECLARATION FORM. a.Interested firms that believe they have the technical ability to meet these requirements, as defined herein, should address each of the TSS support requirements listed in Attachment C of this Market Survey in terms of your firm s capabilities, qualifications, and experience. If an interested vendor is not currently capable in one or more of the TSS requirements listed in Attachment C of this Market Survey, the contractor should include in their capability statement detailed plans for obtaining these currently unavailable capabilities no later than February 1, 2017. Responses from interested vendors must demonstrate experience and proven capabilities working with electronic systems technically equivalent to the TSS in an environment similar to the FAA ATCT environment with a proven record of providing timely and efficient support services. b.Required submission format: Electronic submissions only. Total number of pages to be submitted should not exceed 25 pages in Times New Roman 12-point font with one inch margins on all four sides. Note that the FAA s email system is limited to receiving attachments that are not larger than 10 MB. c.Interested vendors are also required to complete and submit Attachment D Business Declaration form and provide a copy of their SBA 8(a) certification letter, if applicable. d.Written questions or comments about this Market Survey must be submitted to Robert.C.Taylor-II@faa.gov and received no later than 5:00 PM EST on March 18, 2016. Phone calls will not be accepted. e.All responses to this Market Survey must be directed to Robert C. Taylor II, no later than 5:00 PM EST on April 6, 2016. Interested parties are hereby on notice that any amendment(s) issued to this announcement will be published on https://faaco.faa.gov/ under the current announcements for the FAA Headquarters. It is the interested parties responsibility to visit this website frequently to be informed of any changes to this announcement. f.All responses to this Market Survey must be provided in accordance with the instructions in this announcement and attachments, and must be received no later than 5:00 PM EST April 6, 2016 at: Federal Aviation Administration 800 Independence Ave., SW Washington, DC 20591 ATTN: Robert C. Taylor II, Contracting Officer Fourth Floor, Suite 400 West Robert.C.Taylor-II@faa.gov Attachments: A.Tower Simulation System (TSS) Site Locations B.TSS Installation Picture C.Contractor Capabilities Statement D.Business Declaration Form If you're viewing this announcement from a source other than Federal Aviation Administration Contract Opportunities (FAACO), visit https://faaco.faa.gov/index.cfm/announcement/view/23671 to view the original announcement.
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- File Name: Attachment A - TSS locations 2015-1204 final (docx) (https://faaco.faa.gov/index.cfm/attachment/download/62385)
- Link: https://faaco.faa.gov/index.cfm/attachment/download/62385
- File Name: Attachment B - Contractor Capability Statement 2015-1207 (docx) (https://faaco.faa.gov/index.cfm/attachment/download/62386)
- Link: https://faaco.faa.gov/index.cfm/attachment/download/62386
- File Name: Attachment C - TSS Photo 2015-1204 (docx) (https://faaco.faa.gov/index.cfm/attachment/download/62387)
- Link: https://faaco.faa.gov/index.cfm/attachment/download/62387
- File Name: Attachment D - Business Declaration Form 2015-1207 (docx) (https://faaco.faa.gov/index.cfm/attachment/download/62388)
- Link: https://faaco.faa.gov/index.cfm/attachment/download/62388
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- File Name: Attachment A - TSS locations 2015-1204 final (docx) (https://faaco.faa.gov/index.cfm/attachment/download/62385)
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