Operational Contracting Division, 1940 Allbrook Dr, Ste 3 Bldg 1, WPAFB OH 45433-5309

R -- RESEARCH FAC DEV AND OP/COMP RES SUP SOL F33601-96-R-0075 DUE 020696 POC For copy, ASC/PKWO, Attn: Bldg 260, 1940 Allbrook Dr, Ste 3, WPAFB OH 45433-5309 POC: M Brant/PKWOV/513-257-5841 Fax NO 513-257-3926. To provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and services necessary to perform Research Facility Development and Operation and Computer Resources Support for the Logistics Research Division of Armstrong Laboratory (AL/HRG), Air Force Materiel Command, Wright-Patterson AFB OH. LABOR CATEGORIES: It is estimated that various experience levels of the following labor categories will be utilized: Contract Manager, Engineering Technician, Electrical Technician, Subject Matter Specialist, Computer Programmer III or IV, Electrical/Computer Engineer, Computer Systems Analyst III, Senior Functional Analyst. SERVICES REQUIRED: The services shall encompass, but are not limited to inspections, maintenance and modification of complex systems or development of new systems, writing graphics software, use of object oriented and artificial intelligence-based applications, develop, modify, test, document and maintain conventional programs, devise program logic (possible mathematical translation notation), maintain equipment, design high-speed microcomputer-based systems, interpretation of manufacturer manuals, fabrication work (in past has included but not limited to subject response keyboards, specialized cables, computer boards, specialized graphics templates, specialized test equipment), possible design, purchasing, construction, installation, integration, maintenance and operation of equipment for the Logistics Visualization Lab (LVL), temporary provision of human subjects for studies, record keeping and documentation. Also need coordinator for problem resolution, be able to recommend approval for system design requirements, and installation, preparation of status report, presentations and deliverables, daily direction to support staff, analyze user needs, identify required tasks and interrelationships, and resources for each task, be able to determine functional requirements, perform functional allocation to identify required tasks and their interrelationships and identify resources required for each task. PROJECT INFORMATION: The work orders and projects on this type of effort would be very diverse. Any solicitation developed for this effort would be for a Base Year plus four additional years. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED: Current contract operates out of Building's 190 and 434 Area B. (a) Facilities/Services: All required work space, office space, desks and storage space for spare parts and test equipment purchased under any resulting contract for these services, utilities, custodial service, refuse collection, insect and rodent control, grounds maintenance, security police and fire protection and on base phone service. (b) Equipment: A: All required personal computers, printers, test equipment/tools, copier and fax (including paper) for any work accomplished for any resulting contract for these services. (c) Materials: To be determined on a case-by-case basis. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: All contractor employees shall obtain security clearance to the level of secret (must be completed by contract start date). (a) Capabilities Statements Submittals will be screened using the general guidance in Note 25 of the CBD with emphasis on experience and personnel. (b) Must be able to work idependently, have experience with computer graphics hardware and software, familiar with common digital computers and microcomputers (PC compatibles, Silicon Graphics, Sun Micro Systems workstations), operating systems (DOS, MS-Windows, UNIX), networking (ethernet, netware, TCP/IP), standard high level programming languages (Ada, C, C++), direct experience with computer hardware and software, experience in and R&D environment (desirable) artificial intelligence techniques, use of computer-aided software engineering (CASE) tools, with a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Computer Science and at least two years work experience in software design and development (Computer Systems Analyst). (c) Must have experience in a high-level programming language, writing graphics software, exposure to UNIX, requires a BS degree in computer science and at least two years work in computer programming (Computer Programmer). (d) Ability to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on sophisticated electronics and video distribution, projection and display systems and equipment, ability to troubleshoot various computer related problems, requires high school diploma and minimum of seven years experience working with electrical/electroni and mechanical equipment (Engineering Technician). (e) Must have experience in computer systems design, to include high-speed microcomputer-based systems, standard computer programming languages and operating systems, BS degree in electrical or computer engineering (Electrical/Computer Engineer). (f) Must have ability to solve complex problems involving manufacturer's manuals, etc. for electrical equipment, how circuits work and what sequence they follow, requires a high school diploma and at least two years work experience in electronics (Electrical Technician). (g) Must have information systems and architecture, automation, database management systems, weapons system acquisition management, logistics life cycle management, support equipment acquisition and support systems analysis and requirements determination, requires a Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business or other related scientific or technical discipline directly related, plus a minimum of eight years experience in the required discipline or technology, a doctorates degree may be substituted for four years of experience (Subject Matter Specialist). (h) Must have ability to develop functional requirements for complex integrated ADP systems and be able to work independently or with only general direction, requires a BS in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business or other related scientific or technical discipline, plus seven years of experience, six of which must be specialized (includes but not limited to developing functional requirements for complex integrated ADP systems), requires a Master's of Science in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business or other related scientific or technical discipline will be considered equivalent to one year specialized experience and two years of general experience. (Senior Functional Analyst). This Sources Sought Synopsis is for information and planning purposes only, does not constitute and IFB or RFP, and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. Small Businesses should identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement. Contractors responding must indicate whether they are or are not a Small Business concern or a Small Disadvantaged Business concern. The size standard for small business concerns for this procurement is SIC Code 7379, size standard for which is $18 million. Interested firms must submit their responses no later than 4:00 PM on the 6th of Feb 1996. Personal visits to discuss this project will not be scheduled. 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 located in ASC/IG, Bldg 14, 1865 Fourth St Ste 12, Wright-Patterson AFB OH 45433-7126, at (513) 255-0600, with serious concerns only. Direct all requests for solicitations and routine communication concerning this acquisition to the buyer listed elsewhere in this synopsis. This sources sought synopsis will be issued approx 96 Jan 22. All responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered. No tel requests. Only written or faxed requests received directly from the requestor are acceptable. See Numbered Note(s): 25. (0022)

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