Fort Rucker Gunnery Range Maintenance

Amendment / Modification

This amendment extends the Response Due Date for the solicitation W9124G26RA001 by two weeks.

• Response Due Date: Extended from 26 Jan 2026 to 09 Feb 2026.
• Contract Issuing Office: Minor address change from "FORT NOVOSEL" to "FORT RUCKER".

The proposal deadline has been extended to 09 Feb 2026.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (W9124G26RA0010001) is for Gunnery Range Operations and Maintenance services at Fort Rucker, Alabama. The acquisition is set aside for 100% Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business.

• Maintenance and repair services for range and training complexes covering approximately 59,800 acres.

• Services include Gunnery Range Operations and Maintenance.

• Product Service Code: S216

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: Includes a base period and multiple option years, extending up to 66 months total.

• Base Year (15 Day Phase-In + 15 Day Base): June 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026

• Base Year (11 Month Base): July 1, 2026 - May 31, 2027

• Option Year 1: June 1, 2027 - May 31, 2028

• Option Year 2: June 1, 2028 - May 31, 2029

• Option Year 3: June 1, 2029 - May 31, 2030

• Option Year 4: June 1, 2030 - May 31, 2031

• Option Year 5: June 1, 2031 - May 31, 2032

• Option Year 6: June 1, 2032 - May 31, 2033

• Other Direct Costs (ODCs) and Service Contract Reporting are also included.

• Solicitation Issue Date: December 19, 2025

• Offer Due Date: February 9, 2026, 10:00 AM

• Proposals will be evaluated using a Subjective Best Value Tradeoff process.

• Evaluation factors include: Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price.

• Technical Capability and Past Performance are significantly more important than Price.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via email.

• Questions due by: January 9, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT.

• 100% Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 561210, Size Standard: $47,000,000.00

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including 52.212-1, 52.212-3, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5.

• DFARS clauses are also incorporated.

• Attachments include: Performance Work Statement, Pricing Workbook, Past Performance Questionnaire, Vendor Q&A, and CBA Technical Exhibit.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document contains questions submitted by potential vendors regarding the DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Fort Rucker Gunnery Range, and the Government's responses. It aims to clarify requirements, submission details, and contract terms.

• RFP Release: The Request for Proposal (RFP) will be released on SAM.gov. Documents posted are for DRAFT notification only.
• Submission Deadlines: Questions are due by September 17, 2025, at 10:00 AM EDT. The proposal due date is also September 17, 2025, at 10:00 AM EDT.
• Contract Type: This is a recurring requirement, with the current contract number being W9124G21C0004.
• Past Performance: The Government will update the limitation for past performance references to 5 years. The final RFP will contain updated language.
• Pricing Information: Pricing information is required in Volume IV – Price. The Draft RFP has been updated to reflect this.
• Labor Hours: Offerors should use 1,864 productive labor year hours for the Pricing Worksheet.
• Option Years: The PWS has been updated to reflect 6 option years, aligning with the RFP CLIN structure.
• GFE vs. CFE: Clarifications were provided regarding the contractor's responsibility for various items, including radios, tools, and vehicles, distinguishing between Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) and Contractor-Furnished Equipment (CFE).
• Staffing: Historical staffing levels are available for reference, but proposed staffing will be required throughout the contract performance. Overtime premiums are not factored into workload projections.
• Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA): A copy of the CBA will be provided with the solicitation. The CBA with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers expires on December 15, 2026.

This Q&A document clarifies several points of confusion regarding the DRAFT RFP, including submission deadlines, contract structure, and specific requirements. It indicates that the PWS and other documents have been or will be updated to reflect the provided clarifications before the final RFP release.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire used by the U.S. Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) – Fort Eustis to gather information on offerors' past performance. This assessment is a component of the competitive source selection process for Request for Proposal (RFP) W9124G24R0001.

Part I (Offeror Information): Collects details about the contract being referenced, including contractor name, address, program identification, contract number, type, award and completion dates, nature of effort, total value, and prime contractor information if different. It also identifies the offeror's company representative.

Part II (Evaluation): This section is to be completed by the respondent (point of contact cited by the offeror). It includes rating scales (Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unacceptable) and requires a rationale for each rating concerning:

• Effectiveness of Staffing and Management Plan
• Provision of a Stable Contractor Workforce
• Ability to Support Surge/Short Requirements
• Commitment to Customer Satisfaction It also allows for general comments, identification of other relevant past efforts, and respondent identification.

Rating Definitions: Clear definitions are provided for each performance rating level.

Part III (Return Information): Instructions for returning the completed questionnaire to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist.

Offerors must provide this questionnaire to their cited points of contact for completion. The completed questionnaire is crucial for the government's evaluation of past performance, which is a factor in awarding federal contracts. Bidders need to ensure their points of contact understand the importance of providing timely, factual, and accurate responses to influence the evaluation outcome.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between Diverse Technology Korps, Inc. (DTK) and Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) (collectively, the "Company") and District Lodge 75 of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, AFL-CIO (the "Union"). It outlines the terms and conditions of employment for bargaining unit employees at Fort Rucker, AL, for the period of March 6, 2023, through December 15, 2026.

• Union Recognition and Rights: Defines the Union as the exclusive bargaining agency and outlines mutual cooperation for work conditions and grievance procedures.
• Government Security: Mandates compliance with government security regulations for employees with access to government property or performing government work.
• Management Rights: Reserves rights for the employer not expressly limited by the agreement, including directing the workforce, planning operations, hiring, discipline, and subcontracting.
• Information to the Union: Specifies information the Company must provide to the Union upon request, such as employee pay rates, classifications, and layoff information.
• Seniority: Details how seniority is established, applied for transfers, PTO, layoffs, and recalls, and conditions for loss of seniority.
• Promotions, Bidding/Transfers: Outlines the process for job vacancies, bidding, and qualifications for promotions.
• Discipline and Discharge: Establishes a progressive discipline process, including documented verbal warnings, written warnings, suspension, and termination, with provisions for union representation.
• Grievance Procedure and Arbitration: Details a multi-step process for resolving grievances, culminating in arbitration if necessary.
• Wages and Benefits: Includes a pay chart with various labor categories, shift differentials, lead pay, and outlines health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, and short-term disability. It also details a 401k savings plan with company contributions.
• Leave Policies: Covers military service leave, union business leave, bereavement leave, jury duty/witness pay, and voting time.
• Hours of Work: Defines normal shifts, breaks, lunch periods, and overtime calculations.
• Holidays and Vacation: Lists recognized holidays and outlines vacation accrual based on years of service.
• Sick Time: Details annual paid sick leave accrual and usage.

This document is crucial for understanding the labor terms and conditions that will apply to employees working under the AGRC contract at Fort Rucker, AL. It details wage rates, benefits, leave policies, and grievance procedures, which are essential for potential bidders to assess labor costs, workforce management, and overall operational considerations for any opportunity related to this contract.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a pricing workbook for the Gunnery Range opportunity. It details the CLIN structure, estimated costs for supplies and services, and labor categories with associated pricing components across a base year and multiple option years.

• Section B (Pricing): Outlines Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) for Gunnery Range Operations, including phase-in, base, and option years. It specifies quantities, units, and Not to Exceed (NTE) amounts for Direct Costs (ODCs) and marks Service Contract Reporting (SCR) as Not Separately Priced (NSP).
• Fixed Price Labor: Provides a template for detailing labor categories, FTEs, hours, direct labor rates, and associated costs. It includes columns for fringe benefits, overhead, General & Administrative (G&A) costs, profit, and total annual costs, broken down by contract period (phase-in, base, and option years 1-6).
• Estimated Totals: The total price for the base year and option years is listed as $2,769,425.

This workbook is critical for bidders to understand the cost structure and expected pricing for the Gunnery Range operations. It provides the framework for developing their own detailed proposals, including labor rates, direct costs, and overall contract value. Bidders should use this as a guide for their pricing strategy and ensure their proposed costs align with the CLIN structure and estimated amounts provided.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for non-personnel services contract to provide range operations, maintenance, and repair support for the Fort Rucker Aviation Center of Excellence Gunnery Range and Training Complex. The primary objective is to support the Army's Sustainable Range Program (SRP) mission by managing and maintaining training areas and ranges.

The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and non-personnel services necessary for range operations, maintenance, and repairs, excluding Government Furnished Property (GFP) and services. Key areas of work include:

• Aviation Gunnery Targetry: Fabrication, requisition, storage, maintenance, and operation of equipment and targets.

• Range Targetry: Requisition, storage, maintenance, and operation of equipment and targetry for various ranges.

• Electronic Maintenance: Organizational Direct Support/General Support (DSGS), preventive maintenance, and repair of range materials and target devices.

• Range Computer Systems: Operation of moving and stationary targets.

• Range and Training Area Complex Maintenance: Inspection, maintenance, and repair of the complex, including target berms, service roads, drainage systems, vegetation control, electrical power, and data lines.

• Operational Support: Range maintenance, administrative, and operational functions.

• Range Operations: Operational support of the Range Operations Center.

• Lines of Sight (LOS) and Roadway Maintenance: Mowing and vegetation control.

• Aviation Vertical Obstruction Identification (AVOID) Support.

• Global Positioning System (GPS) Software Support.

• Reporting: Preparation and submission of reports.

• Supply: Performing supply functions for the Range Branch.

• Period of Performance: One (1) phase-in period of 15 days, one (1) Base Year of 11 months and 15 days, and six (6) Option Periods of 12 months each.

• Place of Performance: Government-owned facilities at Fort Rucker, Alabama.

• Quality Control: Contractor must establish and maintain an effective Quality Control System and Plan.

• Security: Tier 1 (T1) investigation is required for personnel accessing Government computers. Physical security plan is required.

• Personnel Qualifications: Employees must possess valid driver's licenses and meet specific training and certification requirements (e.g., AT Level I, Threat Awareness, OPSEC, Range Safety Course, hazardous material handling).

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP).

• Collective Bargaining Agreement: Incorporates FAR 52.222.41 Service Contract Labor Standards, with an existing CBA with IAMAW.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for non-personal services to provide personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other non-personnel services necessary to perform range operations, maintenance, and repairs at Fort Rucker, Alabama. The Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization, and Security (DPTMS) at Fort Rucker requires these services to support contingency and mobilization operations, training support operations, ranges, security, foreign disclosure programs, installation educational support programs, and weather forecast operations. Current range users include various Army brigades, National Guard units, Army Reserves, and other military services.

• Maintenance and repair services for range and training complexes covering approximately 57,800 acres.

• Services are performance-based.

• The acquisition is a 100% Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• The contract type is firm-fixed-price with cost-no-fee for Other Direct Costs (ODCs).

• The period of performance includes a base period and six option years.

• Base Period: Phase-in (15 days), Base (15 days), and 11 months.

• Option Years: Six option years, each for 12 months.

• The total contract duration, including options, shall not exceed 66 months.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via email.

• Offerors must demonstrate a thorough understanding of the requirements and associated risks.

• Evaluation will be based on three factors: Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price.

• Technical Capability and Past Performance are significantly more important than Price.

• The award will be made using a Subjective Best Value Tradeoff process.

• Offerors must submit proposals by 10:00 AM local time on January 26, 2026.

• Questions regarding the solicitation are due by 10:00 AM EDT on January 09, 2026.

• This procurement is a 100% Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference.

• Payment instructions will be processed through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system.

• Attachments include a Performance Work Statement (PWS), Pricing Workbook, Past Performance Questionnaire, DRAFT RFP Vendor Q&A, and CBA Technical Exhibit.