50 CONS/LGCXF, 66 Falcon Parkway, Ste 49 Schriever AFB, CO 80912-6649

U -- NASA /BOOSTER TRANSITION TRAINING SUPPORT SOL FA2550-97-C-0003 DUE 030500 POC Steven A. Wells, 719-567-3807 E-MAIL: CLICK HERE TO CONTACT THE CONTRACTING OFFICER VIA, steven.wells@schriever.af.mil. The 5th Space Operations Squadron (5 SOPS) of the 50th Space Wing at Onizuka AS (OAS), CA has a requirement for initial cadre training to support the NASA/Booster mission transfer from 5 SOPS to 6 SOPS. Required instruction will consist of structured lecture, on-the-job position training, supervised over-the-shoulder console operations and other innovative training techniques as necessary for effective instruction as applicable to support launch, launch and early orbit, and on-orbit operations. Topics shall include but are not limited to: Command and control operations; operations of Common User Equipment (CUE) and Mission Unique Equipment (MUE) at Onizuka AS and Remote Tracking Stations; and agency interaction, both internal and external to the 50th Space Wing. Training will be conducted at Onizuka Air Station, CA. The contractor shall conduct formal classroom training and structured on-the-job training (OJT) between Oct 00 and Mar 01 for approximately nine (9) personnel currently assigned to 6 SOPS. OJT takes place during actual NASA and booster mission activity conducted in 5 SOPS. This training function requires close interaction with Wing Communications and Maintenance contract computer operators, Space Operations and Maintenance contractor mission control team members, and OAS Communication System Resources. The contemplated period of performance for this effort is May 00 through Sep 01. The contractor should possess sufficient experience in command and control segment operations, knowledge of current operations protocol and procedures for these missions, current experience conducting AFSCN bent-pipe operations from OAS in support of NASA (STS, NOAA, GOES and TDRS) and AF boosters (e.g., Delta II/III, Athena, Titan II, etc.). The contractor should possess the capability to provide over-the-shoulder training during actual launch support operations from OAS. The contractor should also be able to obtain a Secret Clearance and authorized access to the OAS Space Operations Center. A thorough understandingof the AFSCN, NASA's command and control network, and familiarity with OAS and 5 SOPS procedures is required. Responses to this synopsis will be used for a market survey analysis to determine whether the contemplated acquisition will be conducted as an 8(a) competition, small business set aside, or conducted under full and open competition procedures. (See Numbered Notes 22 and 25.) In order to be considered in this market survey, responses are required not later than 5 May 00. All responsible sources may submit a qualification statement for evaluation by the Government. No entitlement to payment of direct or indirect costs or charges by the Government will arise as a result of the submission of contractors' information. The Government shall not be liable for or suffer any consequential damages for any proprietary information not properly identified. Proprietary information will be safeguarded in accordance with applicable Government regulations. Telephone inquiries or responses are not acceptable. Send responses either by e-mail (as a Word attachment) to steven.wells@schriever.af.mil, or by mail to: 50 CONS/LGCZW, Attn: Mr. Steven A. Wells, 66 Falcon Pkwy, Ste 49, Schriever AFB, CO 80912-6649. Posted 01/14/00 (W-SN416148). (0014)

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