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Sources Sought Notice: Full Mission Profile (FMP) Training for 38th Rescue Squadron DISCLAIMER: This is a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes only. This is not a solicitation for propos... Sources Sought Notice: Full Mission Profile (FMP) Training for 38th Rescue Squadron DISCLAIMER: This is a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes only. This is not a solicitation for proposals and no contract will be awarded from this notice. The U.S. Government is not liable for any costs incurred by interested parties in responding to this notice. 1. Introduction The 38th Rescue Squadron (RQS) is conducting market research to identify qualified commercial companies capable of providing pre-deployment Full Mission Profile (FMP) training for two (2) teams. The purpose of this notice is to determine the availability of sources with the expertise, facilities, and resources to meet the comprehensive training requirements outlined below. 2. Scope of Training The contractor shall provide all necessary facilities, logistical support, and certified instructors to conduct a 10-day FMP training course. The training must encompass a wide range of skills and scenarios to prepare the teams for future operational taskings. Key training areas include, but are not limited to: Combat Clearance and Close Quarters Battle (CQB) Advanced Medical Training (Anatomy, Physiology, Live & Fresh Tissue) Technical Rope Rescue and Extrication K-9 Medicine Personnel Recovery and Hostage Rescue Operations in Low Visibility, Confined Space, and Structural Collapse environments 3. Training Schedule and Location Silver Team: 20 Students, 4 Evaluators (9-13 March 2026) Blue Team: 20 Students (23-27 March 2026) Location: The training site must be located within the continental United States. Preference will be given to locations within a 9-hour driving radius of Moody AFB, GA, due to fiscal constraints. 4. Key Requirements & Standards Instructional Staff Instructors must have Guardian Angel (GA) and Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC)/Tier One operational experience. Non-GA instructors must have verifiable experience instructing Pararescue personnel in accordance with the GA Medical Handbook, AFTTP 3-3, and updated combat clearance TTPs. An emergency room doctor or general surgeon must be provided to teach updated medical protocols and provide feedback. Training Standards All training must be in accordance with AFTTP 3-3 Guardian Angel and the current Pararescue Medical Operations Handbook. The live tissue vendor must be accredited by the American Association for Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC) and comply with all Federal, DoD, and USAF regulations. All activities must comply with Federal, State, and local laws regarding personnel safety and environmental protection. Provided Equipment & Facilities The contractor shall be responsible for providing the following: Logistical Support: White Cell, Opposing Force (OPFOR), role-players for casualties, and vehicles for extrication scenarios. Medical Training Resources: Live and fresh tissue, cadavers for surgical procedure training, and all necessary medical supplies. Rescue Equipment: All non-life-rated technical rescue equipment (Jaws of Life, saws, grinders, lift bags, etc.). Life-rated equipment will be provided by the Government. Simulated Weapons: M4 rifles with NVD-capable IR lasers/optics and UTM bolts, as well as Glock simunition pistols and ammunition. Secure Facilities: Private, climate-controlled areas for planning, debriefing, and gear storage. A secure storage facility for government-provided M4 rifles. An indoor facility that supports uninterrupted, all-weather training. A private, climate-controlled gym. Specialized Training Structures: Two helicopter simulators with NVD-compatible lighting, sound, and hoist capabilities. A vertical structure (minimum 200ft) for complex rope rescue scenarios. A floodable structural collapse scenario with active low-voltage electricity. 5. Submission Instructions Interested parties who believe they have the capability to meet these requirements are invited to submit a capability statement. The statement should include: Company Information: Company name, address, point of contact, email, phone number, and CAGE code. Business Size: Please indicate if your business is a Large or Small Business, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), HUBZone, 8(a) participant, or Woman-Owned Small Business. Capability Narrative: A detailed description of your company's ability to meet the requirements outlined in this notice. Please address your experience, facilities, instructor qualifications (specifically JSOC experience), and AAALAC accreditation. Location: The location of your proposed training facility and its driving distance from Moody AFB, GA. Please submit capability statements via email to 1st LT Nasir Smith (nasir.smith.1@us.af.mil) & CC SrA Maximos A. Ramirez (maximos.ramirez@us.af.mil) no later than 1:30 PM EST, 23 February 2026. If you have any questions regarding this sources sought notice, please direct them to the email address listed above.

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Amendment 001: The purpose of this amendment is to move the RFQ due date to the 20th of Febraury at 12PM EST, 2026 and the Questions due date to the 17th of February at 5PM EST, 2026. Amendment 002: T... Amendment 001: The purpose of this amendment is to move the RFQ due date to the 20th of Febraury at 12PM EST, 2026 and the Questions due date to the 17th of February at 5PM EST, 2026. Amendment 002: The purpose of this amedment is to move the RFQ due date to the 23rd of February at 12PM EST, 2026 and the Questions due date to the 17th of February at 5PM EST, 2026. Removed verbiage reagrding "funding not available". 38th Full Mission Profile (FMP) Training SECTION A: GENERAL The purpose of this solicitation is for the procurement of Full Mission Profile (FMP) training for the 38th Rescue Squadron in accordance with (IAW) the attached Statement of Work (SOW). This is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested. Combined synopsis/solicitation: FA483026Q0011 This is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). The above-mentioned number shall be used to reference any written quote provided under this RFQ. *NOTE: The individual signing must have signatory authority for this Entity; signature constitutes agreement to all terms and conditions contained within this solicitation. * This RFQ and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2025-06, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation System (DFARS) Change 11/10/2025 and Department of the Air Force Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DAFFARS) Change 10/16/2024. This acquisition will be set aside 100% for Small Business in accordance with FAR 19.502-2(a). The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this project is 611699 with a size standard of $16.5 million Period of Performance: 9-13 March 2026 & 23-27 March 2026 Primary Point of Contact (POC): 1st Lt Nasir Smith; 229-257-3226 Alternate Point of Contact (POC): SrA Maximos A. Ramirez; 229-257-4712 SECTION B: EVALUATION FACOTRS FOR AWARD The Government will issue a purchase order to the responsible offeror whose quotation, conforming to the solicitation, is determined to represent the best value to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: Technical Capability: Contractor must provide documentation that demonstrates a complete and realistic plan to meet the objectives outlined in the statement of work. The offer must meet all technical requirements stated in the solicitation. Past Performance: Performance Quality Assessment. The government will determine how well the offeror performed on past contracts that are both recent and relevant, and, based on an integrated assessment, assign a rating of "Acceptable" or "Unacceptable" as described. (Acceptable: Based on the offeror's performance record, the Government has a reasonable expectation that the Offeror will successfully perform the required effort, or the Offeror's performance record is unknown.) (Unacceptable: Based on the Offeror's performance record, the Government has no reasonable expectation that the Offeror will able to successfully perform the required effort.) Price: The price evaluation will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach. The total evaluated price will include the proposed price for the course for 44 personnel, on two separate weeks (24 Personnel Week 1 & 20 Personnel Week 2). Travel costs will be considered for evaluation purposes and calculated in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulation (JTR), including per diem rates provided in the attached documentation and a mileage rate of $0.725 per mile, with travel distances up to 400 miles per 10 hours factored into the calculation. The award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), where the total price, including both the training course and (JTR) travel costs, will be evaluated to determine the best value to the Government. 2a. Travel Costs Calculation: Travel costs will be calculated based on the Joint Travel Regulation (JTR). Contractors should calculate the mileage for the travel to the training location using the rate of $0.725 per mile. Additionally, the contractor will need to account for per diem rates (for meals and lodging), which are provided in the attached documentation. To calculate travel costs, contractors should: Measure the total distance from Moody AFB to the training location. Multiply the total miles by $0.725 per mile to get the total mileage reimbursement. Add the per diem (meals and lodging) for each day of travel. The total travel costs will be included in the proposal and evaluated as part of the overall cost. Offers will first be ranked by total evaluated price, starting from the lowest. The Government will then evaluate the lowest-priced offer for technical acceptability. This process will continue until two technically acceptable offerors are identified or all offers are evaluated then the government will evaluate for past performance acceptability. A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time specified for acceptance in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. The Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer) before its expiration, whether or not there are negotiations, unless the offeror provides a written notice of withdrawal before award. IAW FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Items, the Government will award a contract to the quoter whose quote is judged to represent the best value to the Government based on price, technical acceptability, and past performance records. Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis. SECTION C: INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS Solicitation No: FA483026Q0011 Requirement: 38th Full Mission Profile Training RFQ due date: 23 February 2026, 12:00 PM EST. All questions regarding this RFQ must be emailed to maximos.ramirez@us.af.mil no later than the 19th of February 2026, 5PM EST. Interested parties shall submit their quotations electronically to either POC outlined in Section A by the response due date. Company Name: ____________ Unique Entity ID Number (UEID): ____________ Cage Code: _______________ *Number of Employees_____________ *Total Yearly Revenue_______________ *Information required determining size of business for the NAICS referenced above. Quotation Contents: Technical Capability Narrative: A detailed narrative explaining how the offeror will meet every requirement outlined in the SOW. This should include facility details, instructor qualifications, and a description of scenario execution capabilities. Proof of Accreditation/Experience: Proof of AAALAC accreditation for the live tissue vendor and evidence of JSOC operational experience for instructors. Any handbooks or TTPs referenced in the SOW are available upon request. .zip files are not an acceptable format for the Air Force Network and will not go through our email system. The Government intends to award purchase order without discussion; therefore, offerors should quote their best price. All companies must be registered in the System for Award Management at https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/ to be considered for award. The Government will not provide contract financing for this acquisition. Invoice instruction shall be provided at time of award.