BOSS HW/SW MX Renewal

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ) under FAR Part 12. The Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC/PZIMB) at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, intends to award a Sole Source, Firm-Fixed-Price contract for the renewal of the "Platinum Plan" product support for the Battlefield Operations Support System (BOSS) HW/SW MX (558th). This is a sole source requirement for Curtiss-Wright DS, Inc. (CAGE 0Y9V5).

• Renewal of the "Platinum Plan" product support for the BOSS HW/SW MX (558th).

• The Platinum Plan includes product support, extended warranty for hardware and software, and software updates for a period of one year.

• Provides unlimited help desk support and one (1) CONUS site visit (up to three days) for various purposes, including refresher or new feature training.

• The plan can be modified for increased support and is annually renewable.

• Includes protection for changes in the commercial marketplace, such as operating systems and hardware replacement due to commercial obsolescence.

• Extended maintenance for three (3) BOSS Systems at Tinker AFB: TCG0536, TCG0779, and TCG1024.

• Vendors must provide adequate documentation verifying that the quoted items meet the specifications/requirements detailed in the attached Statement of Work.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: May 31, 2026 - May 30, 2027 (12-month renewal).

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the Size Standard is $34.0M.

• Quotations are due by April 3, 2026, at 1:00 PM, Tinker AFB OK Central Standard Time (CST).

• Emailed quotations are preferred.

• Award will be conducted and evaluated under FAR Part 12 (Commercial Items) and FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures).

• Vendors must "wet" sign, date, and fill in pricing and proposed delivery date on page 2, and complete Unit Pricing on page 3.

• Vendors must complete paragraph (b) of FAR 52.212-3 if SAM registration has changed; otherwise, completing it affirms current SAM registration.

• Key deadlines: Quotation due date is April 3, 2026.

• Sole Source requirement.

• Responsible vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• The government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation.

• Vendors are required to submit adequate documentation verifying that the quoted items meet the specifications/requirements detailed in the attached Statement of Work.

• Packaging and Marking requirements are detailed in DAFMAN 17-1203.

• Insurance requirements include Workers' compensation, employer's liability, general liability, and automobile liability.

• Electronic invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) is required.

• Item Unique Identification and Valuation (IUID) requirements apply.

• An ombudsman is available for concerns. Contact information for the ombudsman is provided.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides detailed instructions and a template for creating an equipment list, which is a crucial component for acquisitions involving supplies or services. It guides bidders on how to structure their line items to align with the Purchase Request (PR) CLIN structure and ensures all necessary information for procurement is captured accurately.

• Alexsys & PRI Identification: Required for tracking.
• Acquisition Type: Must specify if the acquisition is for Service, Supply, New Software, Software Renewal, or a combination.
• Acquisition Schedule: Details Period of Performance (PoP) for services, delivery due dates for supplies, and delivery/coverage periods for software. Emphasizes that contracts shall not be backdated.
• Shipping Information: Physical address or inbox location for deliverables, including POC name and phone number.
• Line Item Structure: Must adhere to DFARS 204.7103-1, ensuring single unit prices, separately identifiable items (NSNs, descriptions, part numbers for supplies; scope of work for services), and separate delivery schedules. Line items must correlate to the PR CLIN structure.
• Description: Detailed description of the supply or service, including incidental services or software license coverage periods. Separate CLINs are required for incidental services and option years.
• Manufacturer & Part Number: Identification of manufacturer and part number, with a check for End-of-Life (EOL) or obsolete items.
• Software Renewal Information: Requires current/prior software account information from the manufacturer for renewals.
• Quantity & Unit of Measure: Specifies quantities and appropriate units (e.g., 'Each' for supplies, 'Months' or 'Lots' for services).

This document is essential for bidders to correctly format their proposals, specifically the equipment or pricing details. Adhering to the specified structure, including CLIN correlation, date requirements, and detailed descriptions, is critical for a compliant and successful bid. Failure to follow these instructions, particularly regarding software renewals and contract dates, may result in mandatory reinstatement fees.