Request for Information (RFI) for Versatile Diagnostic Automatic Test Station (VDATS) Engineering Services

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the engineering services required for the Versatile Diagnostic Automatic Test Station (VDATS) testers (NSNs 4920-01-553-0693, 4920-01-553-1534, 4920-01-663-3117KV, and 4920-01-663-3118KV). The primary goal is to provide obsolescence monitoring and forecasting to sustain these VDATS testers for the United States Air Force (USAF).

The contractor will be responsible for establishing and executing a proactive Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) management program. Key functions include:

• Proactive Monitoring: Continuously monitoring VDATS components (hardware and COTS) for obsolescence issues using a Bill of Materials (BOM).

• Risk and Impact Analysis: Assessing the effect of obsolescence on VDATS production, lifecycle sustainment, and operational readiness.

• Case Management: Operating a system to track DMSMS issues from detection to resolution, providing regular status updates.

• Resolution and Mitigation: Proposing cost-effective solutions such as identifying alternative parts, coordinating life-of-type buys, or recommending design changes.

• Reporting: Providing quarterly DMSMS health analysis reports, program metrics, and lists of at-risk components.

• CDRL Deliverable Quality: No more than one rejection per single deliverable, and no more than one total rejection per quarter. Rejection occurs for technical errors or 10+ minor errors. Corrections are due within five business days.

• CDRL Deliverable Receipt: Deliverables submitted via MEARS. No more than one late receipt per quarter. Notification and negotiation of revised dates are required for potential delays.

• Quality Management System (QMS): 100% compliance required.

• Period of Performance: One 12-month basic period with two 12-month option periods.

• Place of Performance: Contractor's facility. No Government Furnished Property (GFP), Material (GFM), or Equipment (GFE) will be provided.

• Security: Contractor personnel must comply with all security regulations, including Operations Security (OPSEC) and Communications Security (COMSEC). While security clearances are not expected, personnel may require background checks (e.g., NACI) for access to government systems. Common Access Cards (CACs) may be required for access to DoD networks and facilities.

• Safety: Contractor must establish and maintain a safety and health program, including an Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health (ESOH) Plan and a Contractor Safety Plan, in compliance with OSHA and other relevant regulations.

• Reporting: Service Contract Reports (SCR) may be required if obligations exceed $3,000,000.

• Travel: No travel is required or authorized.

Request for Information (RFI)

This RFI is issued by the AFLCMC/ROA Automated Test Systems Division at Robins AFB, GA, to identify potential sources for Engineering Services for the Versatile Diagnostic Automatic Test Station (VDATS) and the VDATS eXtensible Core (XC). The primary focus is on Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) management, including obsolescence monitoring and forecasting.

• Proactive DMSMS management program for VDATS.

• Monitoring of all VDATS components using a Bill of Materials (BOM).

• Performing risk and impact analysis for obsolescence issues.

• Operating a case management system.

• Researching and proposing resolution strategies for obsolescence.

• Providing quarterly DMSMS health analysis reports.

• Services to be performed at the contractor's facility.

• Anticipated contract strategy: One (1) 12-month basic period with two (2) 12-month options.

• Interested contractors should provide documentation supporting their capabilities.

• Failure to provide documentation may hinder capability assessment.

• If lacking experience, explain how it will be overcome (e.g., teaming, subcontracting).

• Identify any work areas suitable for Small Business breakout.

• Electronic responses are due no later than close of business on March 24, 2026.

• Responses should be emailed to Shemica Miller (shemica.miller@us.af.mil) and Andrea Livingston (andrea.livingston.1@us.af.mil) with the subject line "RFI Response: VDATS Engineering Services".

• Both large and small businesses are permitted to participate.

• Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged.

• Participation in this survey does not guarantee future solicitation participation or contract awards.

• The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses incurred.

• The government does not own a complete technical data package for all Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) components within the VDATS.