Technical Software and Engineering Services Solution
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 Air Force, specifically AFSC PZIEC, is conducting a Sources Sought market survey to identify qualified sources for a Technical Software and Engineering Services Solution at Tinker Air Force Base (AFB). This effort aims to procure comprehensive software design, development, installation, support, training, maintenance, and technical support. Responses are due by March 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The required solution involves providing software to meet the information needs of Air Traffic Controllers (ATC) and airfield management (AM) personnel. Key functionalities include:
- Delivering live USAF airfield weather data.
- Establishing a centralized information repository for decision support, planning, and situational awareness.
- Interfacing with specific USAF and FAA systems (SCA, IDS4, FDIO, ASOS).
- Providing Telephone Help Desk support (engineering and product technical support) with a two-hour response time.
- Offering engineering support for software issue resolution, license reconfiguration, and documentation.
- Supplying product technical support for software utilization, database management, and configuration.
- Performing site configuration and reconfiguration services.
- Delivering engineering services for system maintenance, including Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), catastrophic failure support, data page template designs, remediation, patching, and on-site support.
- Creating a Windows 11 Kiosk image with solution software adapted for the USAF ATC environment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Purpose: To identify potential sources and capabilities; not a request for quote (RFQ), request for proposal (RFP), or commitment to award.
- Set-Aside: Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate; joint ventures or teaming arrangements are also encouraged.
- Response Due: March 20, 2026, 3:00 PM CST
- Published: March 10, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Interested parties should submit documentation detailing their company's capability to meet the outlined requirements. If experience is lacking in a specific area, respondents should explain how it would be addressed (e.g., teaming, subcontracting). Companies should also identify any work areas suitable for exclusive Small Business participation. A Contractor Capability Survey is included for business information and capability responses.
Additional Notes
Participation in this survey does not guarantee future solicitation or award. The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses incurred. Responses should be emailed to jeffrey.atterbury@us.af.mil and chelsea.kuykendall@us.af.mil with the subject: "Technical Software and Engineering Services Solution Sources Sought."