WL/MNK, 101 W. EGLIN BLVD, STE 337, EGLIN AFB, FL 32542-6810

A -- JOINT MUNITIONS EFFECTVENESS MANUALS SOL MNK-95-0036 POC CONTRACTING OFFICER, LORNA TEDDER (904) 882-4294, EXT 3399. JOINT MUNITIONS EFFECTIVENESS MANUALS (JMEMS) Sources are sought that have capabilities to prepare documents for publication and to conduct special research projects. This procurement will support the Joint Technical Coordinating Group for Munitions Effectiveness (JTCG/ME), a tri-service organization under direction of the Joint Logistics Commanders. Documents to be prepared for publication are technical handbooks and special publications. Preparation of these documents will require the contractor to: a. perform mathematical computations using existing computer models that have been authenticated and approved by the JTCG/ME, b. perform art and graphics work, c. prepare draft documents, d. edit documents, e. modify computer models. The contractor will also be required to conduct research studies that are related to the publication of the technical handbooks. These research projects are initiated when data voids are discovered during document preparation. Examples of such research projects are: a. battlefield visibility due to smoke and dust, b. weather effects on battlefield visibility, and, c. reliability and maintainability of hydraulic systems on military vehicles. These special studies vary in duration and require experts with advanced degrees in specific fields of research. These fields include Engineering (Aeronautical, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil), Chemistry, Mathematics and Statistics. The research tasks can be carried out at the contractor's facilities when in the best interest of the Government. Since many of the technical handbooks are already published, some of the work will consist of preparing revisions and/or updates. It is required that all revisions and/or updates be in the same format and of the same quality as original publications. These technical handbooks present weapon effectiveness data for air delivered and surface delivered weapons. These documents are generally referred to as the Joint Munitions Effectiveness Manuals (JMEMs). The contractor shall be required to install JTCG/ME approved programs on the Eglin AFB Computer system and to verify proper operation of these programs. The contractor may also be required to prepare computer models based upon mathematical models provided by the JTCG/ME and those developed by the contractor shall be documented. The contractor shall serve as custodian of all JTCG/ME computer models and all master copies of published documents. The contractor will be required to modify documents for release to foreign countries as directed by JTCG/ME. This work will usually require document editing and revising as specified by the appropriate DOD agency. The contractor will be required to prepare presentation aids and instructions to various service schools and agencies on use of technical handbooks. The contractor will be required to provide data collection, storage and retrieval services for information that is used in preparation of publications. The majority of this effort deals with revisions, changes, and updates of manuals for Surface-to-Surface (JMEM/SS), Air-to-Surface (JMEM/AS) and Anti-Air (JMEM/AA). The major manuals of concern are as follows: a. JMEM/SS, 1. Methodology and Evaluation, 2. Reliability, 3. Delivery Accuracy. b. JMEM/AA, 1. Missile Evaluation, 2. Gun Evaluation, 3. Aerial Target Vulnerability, 4. Methodology, c. JMEM/AS, 1. Methodology, 2. Helicopter, 3. Small Computers, 4. Systems Characteristics, 5. Delivery Accuracy, 6. Target Vulnerability, 7. Target Acquisition. These manuals are constantly being reviewed, changed and/or revised. All work associated with preparation of publications for printing shall be carried out on Eglin AFB Building facilities. Office furniture, office equipment, supplies, utilities, computer support, photographic support, printing support, and special equipment deemed necessary by the Government will be provided by the Government. Historically, there has been a 45-50 man year level of effort required to conduct this work. It is estimated that 50-55 trips (TDYs) away from Eglin AFB will be required per year. A security clearance will be required for all personnel working on this contact. An Organizational Conflict of Interest provision will be included in any resultant contract. Firms having applicable interest, capability and background should submit particulars IAW Note 25 as related to the above technical capabilities to WL/MNK, 101 W. Eglin Blvd, Ste 337, Eglin AFB, FL 32542-6810, Attn: Judith Gibson. Responses to this synopsis must be received within 15 days from date of publication. Respondents to this synopsis will not be notified of the results of the evaluation of information submitted. Sources previously responding to the JMEMS synopsis need not respond again unless additional information is to be provided. For further information concerning the technical aspects, contact ASC/XREWS, Bill Chase, (904) 882-9585 or Dan McInnis, (904) 882-4151. For contractual information contact Judith Gibson, (904) 882-4294, Ext 3207. An Ombudsman has been established for this acquisition. The only purpose of the Ombudsman is to receive and communicate serious concerns from potential offerors when an offeror prefers not to use established channels to communicate his/her concern during the proposal development phase of this acquisition. Potential offerors should use established channels to request information, pose questions, and voice concerns before resorting to use of the Ombudsman. Potential Offerors are invited to contact ASC Eglin's Ombudsman, Colonel Timothy R. Kenney, (904)882-9051 with serious concerns only. Direct all requests for solicitations and routine communication concerning this acquisition to Judith Gibson, Contracting Specialist, WL/MNK, 101 W. Eglin Blvd, Ste 337, Eglin AFB FL 32542-6810, This synopsis is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute an IFB or RFP and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. Firms responding to this synopsis should state whether they are or are not a small business concern or small disadvantaged business concern as defined in FAR 52.219.1 and FAR 52.219.2, respectively. This requirement may be pursued sole source if Air Force determines that only one source is capable of satisfying requirements. (0201)

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