99th Contracting Squadron, 5865 Swaab Blvd, Nellis AFB, NV 89191-7063

L -- AIR COMBAT, MULTIMEDIA DATA RETRIEVAL SOL F26600-98-Q0331 DUE 071798 POC SSgt. Tony Weedin, (702) 652-9577 or Mr. Walter Waits, (702) 652-3365 WEB: 99 Contracting Squadron, Business Opportunities, www.nellis.af.mil/units/99CONS/default. Description: This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation (F26600-98-Q0331) is issued as a request for quotation. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-03. This SIC for this solicitation is 7379. The purpose of this requirement is to 1) Research existing government media archives (classified and unclassified) to acquire multi media enhancements to better illustrate AFTTP 3-1. 2) With government support, coordinate delivery of these multi media features indexed for retrieval and in a format compatible with AFTTP 3-1 electronic publishing protocols. BACKGROUND INFORMATION, 57th WG/DTW is responsible to the Air Combat Command for developing and publishing the Air Force Tactics Techniques and Procedures 3-1 (AFTTP 3-1) series (35 volumes). These manuals provide tactics, techniques and procedures to combat aircrews for the employment of their weapons systems in the full spectrum of combat threat environments. Timely AFTTP 3-1 production is critical to ensure crews have access to timely and current tactics and employment doctrine for both operations and training. The requirement for AFTTP 3-1 volumes has increased and the publication has migrated from its traditional paper-based media format to an electronic format. This migration to electronic format provides the opportunity to illustrate complex tactical concepts through multimedia features such as animations, illustrations, audio and video. Many of the multimedia resources that will significantly enhance the existing AFTTP 3-1 series exist and are archived in various government locations. Searching for these archived media, identifying which will add value to the AFTTP 3-1 manuals, placing them in a compatible electronic format, cataloguing them for rapid retrieval, review, integration and creating new media based upon these archives is additive to the existing AFTTP 3-1 production process and requires and additional level of effort. In addition, the opportunity exists to streamline and enhance the unit-level SME participation in the AFTTP 3-1 production process through an AFTTP 3-1 enterprise network based upon existing World Wide Web and classified network infrastructure. SCOPE AND PURPOSE: The purpose of this Statement of Objectives is to establish a source to standardized multimedia capability in the electronic publishing of Air force Tactics Techniques and Procedures (AFTTP) 3-1 and 3-3. AFTTP 3-1 and 3-3 is the U.S Air Force encyclopedias of tactical doctrine and fundamentals of aircraft employment. The complete set is comprised of 42 volumes, each addressing the employment of specific weapons systems. OBJECTIVES: Retrieve and download standardized multimedia products to be integrated into the electronic publishing. This support will be in the areas of: the publishers of AFTTP will require the contractor to retrieve standardized multimedia products to be integrated into the electronic publishing of each individual employment volume. The products must provide value-added illustration to support the textual description for the tactical employment of the state of the art weapons and weapon systems. A volume OPR will coordinate with the contractor on multimedia requirements for each volume and provide continuous direction as needed. AFTTP is published as a CD-ROM product employing the full spectrum of multimedia to illustrate and support the complex concepts of aerial tactics. Examples of multimedia used include: video, audio, animation, still photography, mission support software and applications relevant and value-added in illustrating and clarifying the details of tactical employment. The sources for existing multimedia are widespread throughout the network of government agencies. These include any agencies conducting developmental and operational testing on current weapons and weapons systems, weapons training and support functions and weapons systems program offices. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS ARE: a. Previous combat fighter pilot or navigator experience is highly desirable, b. Experience in all phases of computer multimedia and animation. Offerors bidding on this RFQ are required to submit along with their quote a maximum of two pages on the following: technical qualifications and a list of past contracts performed related to this RFQ within the past five years. Include description, amount, names and telephone number for references. Work shall be performed Monday-Friday (excluding federal holidays) from 0730-1630. Government supplied computers, telephones, office furniture and space will be provided and contained at Base Operations, Bldg. 47, Nellis AFB, Nevada. Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government based on technical capability, price and past performance. The period of performance will commence from 1 Aug 98 through 30 Sept 98. This will be issued as a firm fixed price purchase order. Offerors must include with their price proposal a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offereor Representation and Certification Commercial Items. The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition without addenda. The clause at FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items, applies to this solicitation. Specifically, the following cited clauses are applicable to this solicitation: FAR 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity: FAR 52.222-35, Affirmative Action for Special Disabled Vietnam Era Veterans; FAR 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers; FAR 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans on the Veterans of the Vietnam Era; FAR 52.222-41, Wage Determination 94-2331 Revision (10) dated 06/01/1998 applies to this solicitation. Information concerning FAR clauses can be obtained at http://farsite.hill.af.mil A copy of the wage determination and FAR 52.212-3 are located at www.nellis.af.mil/units/99cons. Contact Contracting Specialist, SSgt. Tony Weedin (702) 652-9577 anthony.weedin@nellis.af.mil or Contracting Officer, Mr. Walter Waits (702) 652-3365 walter.waits@nellis.af.mil, for information regarding this combined synopsis/solicitation. This combined synopsis/solicitation can be accessed via Internet on the 99th Contracting Squadron homepage www.nellis.af.mil/units/99cons telephone requests will not be accepted. For contractors accessing the solicitation through the Internet, amendments will be posted on the effected solicitation page. In addition, it is their responsibility to check the Internet daily for any amendments that are issued. A solicitation package will be available for review at the contracting office. The solicitation will be available for downloading and viewing on the Internet, reference the provided site address. Required Central Contractor Registration [for solicitation (and resultant awards) issued after 1 June 98 all contractors are required to be registered in the in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database. In order to register, the contractor must have a DUNS# (available @ (800) 333-0505. Registration via Internet (ccr.edi.dis.mil) takes approximately 48 hours, all other methods take approximately 30 days.]; and DFAR 252.232-7009 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer (CCR). Quotes must be submitted in writing, signed and dated to the 99th Contracting Squadron/LGCV, Attn: SSgt. Weedin, 5865 Swaab Blvd, Nellis AFB NV 89191-7063 or by fax to (702) 652-5405. Offers are reminded to include Reps and Certs, Tax Identification #, DUNS # and the maximum two page report requested with their quote. Award will be made on or about 17 July 98. All responsible sources may submit a quote, which if timely received will be considered by this agency. Defense Priorities and Allocations System(DPAS) assigned rating: DO S10. Offers are due no later than close of business 4:30PT (local time) on 17 July 98. Numbered Note 1, the proposed contract is 100% set aside for small business concerns. Posted 07/02/98. (0183)

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