CPE ST3 Professional Services
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army, W6QK ACC-ORLANDO, has issued a Pre-Solicitation (RFI) for CPE ST3 Professional Services. This RFI seeks qualified sources to provide professional acquisition support services for the Capability Program Executive for Simulation, Training, Test, and Threats (CPE ST3) mission, utilizing an Agile program management approach. The Government is considering awarding up to two Task Orders: one for Engineering/Acquisition Support and one for CPE Staff Support. Responses to the RFI are due by April 13, 2026. An Industry Day is scheduled for May 12, 2026, in Orlando, FL.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for focused acquisition support across all phases of the acquisition lifecycle, including requirements development, market research, acquisition strategy formulation, solicitation preparation, source selection support, contract administration, and closeout activities. Support may encompass product management, engineering support, digital engineering, DevSecOps integration, validation & verification, test planning/execution, training support, data analytics, and sustainment planning. The effort emphasizes a task-based, outcome-focused, capability-centric Agile Program Management approach, requiring contractors to provide specialized skills and flexibility to adapt to dynamic mission needs. The Draft PWS specifies support for various Project Managers (PMs) and Project Leads (PLs) within CPE ST3, including PM TRADE, PM SE, PM CT2, PL TSO, PL IPO, and PL ETI.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Pre-Solicitation / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified; seeking industry input on small business and socio-economic set-asides.
- RFI Release: April 1, 2026
- RFI Responses Due: April 13, 2026, 6:00 PM EST
- Industry Day Questions Due: May 4, 2026, 5:00 PM EST
- Industry Day: May 12, 2026, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST, Partnership IV – Room 126, 12809 Science Dr, Orlando FL 32826. Registration required via https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/hH4FxrtXsU.
- Published Date (Last Update): April 28, 2026
Key Requirements & Questions to Industry
Respondents should provide input on capabilities, best practices, risks, and contracting approaches. Key areas for feedback include:
- Agile in DoD Context: Best practices for Agile delivery in simulation/training/test/threats.
- Metrics: Reliable Agile performance metrics correlating with mission value.
- Contract Structure: Recommended contract/CLIN approaches balancing iterative delivery and traceable outcomes.
- Data Rights: Typical licensing/data rights for models/simulations.
- Tools Integration: Lessons learned integrating ALM tools (Jira/Azure DevOps) with MBSE tools (Cameo).
- Risks & Mitigations: Potential risks of Agile Program Management for professional services.
Submission Instructions
Responses must be a single PDF, maximum 5 pages (excluding cover page/administrative forms), 12-pt font, 1-inch margins. Submit via email to ST3ProfessionalServices@army.mil with the subject line: “RFI Response – ST3 Support Services – [Company Name]”. Proprietary information must be clearly marked. The Draft PWS is attached to the notice.
Additional Notes
This RFI is for market research only and does not constitute a solicitation or obligate the Government. Responses are voluntary and non-compensated. Security requirements include Top Secret facility clearance and CMMC readiness level.