Synopsis and Draft PWS for F/A-18E/F Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) services

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the F18 CLS NOLA/Key West opportunity, clarifying various aspects of the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Manpower Development: Contractors are required to develop their own proprietary FTE manpower requirements for all skill sets needed for the task order.
• Aircraft Inventory Fluctuations: Manning levels must be adjusted to accommodate fluctuations in aircraft inventory, with a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 12 aircraft anticipated per site.
• Government Furnished Equipment (GFE): A list of GFE and tools provided by the government will be identified at the IDIQ level. Direct and indirect material requirements will be defined at the Task Order level.
• Flight Operations Staffing: Contractors are responsible for staffing and determining the number of shifts to meet flight schedule requirements. Additional support for flight operations or maintenance outside of standard hours will be provided with 48-hour advance notice.
• Detachment Sites: Detachment sites are not typically 24-hour operations, with most conducted during day and night but not exceeding 16 hours.
• Contractor Facilities: The requirement for contractor storage facilities has been removed from PWS section 3.3.2.
• IMRL Inventory: Contractors will be responsible for completing the annual wall-to-wall IMRL inventory in accordance with the CDRL.
• Ground Transportation: NAS New Orleans and NAS Key West are the only primary sites requiring contractors to provide their own ground transportation.
• Ordnance Handling: PWS section 3.5.2.21 has been updated to identify the types of ordnance the contractor will be handling.
• Weight and Balance Program: Contractors are responsible for the entire Weight and Balance Program and will be required to perform as the Weight and Balance Officer.
• Flight Hours: The 3600 scheduled flight hours per squadron is projected, and the PWS has been updated to include an average sortie length of 1.5 hours with an average of 7 sorties per fly day.
• Personnel Qualifications: There is no minimum manning level specified; however, a Minimum Personnel Qualifications attachment will be provided with the draft RFP.

These clarifications address specific requirements and responsibilities, impacting how bidders should prepare their proposals and understand the scope of work. Key areas like staffing, equipment provision, and operational procedures have been refined.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a form for submitting questions related to the F/A-18E/F Contractor Logistics Support Performance Work Statement (PWS). It is intended for offerors to formally ask clarifying questions about the draft PWS.

• The form includes fields for 'Offeror Name' and 'Notice/SAM.gov ID'.
• It provides a numbered list (1-25) for referencing specific paragraphs within the PWS and for posing questions.
• A column for 'Proprietary (Yes/No)' is included, likely for offerors to indicate if their questions contain proprietary information.

This form is crucial for bidders who need clarification on the draft PWS. By using this form, offerors can ensure their questions are formally recorded and addressed, which is essential for accurately understanding the requirements and preparing a compliant proposal. The questions submitted and any subsequent answers will help bidders refine their understanding of the scope of work, performance standards, and other critical aspects of the F/A-18E/F Contractor Logistics Support opportunity.