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FY27 Mission Planning Support Tool (MPST)

ID: FA462527Q0001 • Type: Sources Sought • Match:  95%
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Description

THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT ONLY

INTERESTED SOURCES MUST SELECT ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS BUTTON ABOVE OR BELOW TO BE CONSIDERED PARTICIPANTS IN THIS MARKET RESEARCH EFFORT.

Disclaimer:

This Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) is issued solely for informational and planning purposes. It does not constitute a solicitation (Request for Information, Request for Proposal, or Request for Quotation) or a promise to issue a solicitation in the future.

North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: 541511 - Custom Computer Programming Services

SBA Size Standard: $34,000,000

Requirement Information: FY27 Mission Planning Support Tool (MPST) services in accordance with the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS) dated 08 May 2026.

This Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) is in support of market research being conducted by the United States Air Force (USAF). This market research is being conducted to increase competition for this requirement by identifying potential sources and to gauge small business interest to determine whether or not this requirement can be satisfied with a Small Business Set-Aside.

The Government will use the information gathered through publication of this SSS to determine the best acquisition strategy for this requirement. The Government is interested in all potential sources including Small Businesses, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, 8(a) businesses, Service-Disabled Veteran- Owned Small Businesses, HUBZone Small Businesses, Women-Owned Small Businesses, etc.

Potential sources shall be capable of furnishing all labor, materials, facilities and equipment required to accomplish the maintenance services in accordance with the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS) dated 08 May 2026. The Contractor shall have the licensing required to perform work on the FY27 Mission Planning Support Tool (MPST).

NOTE: Potential sources should submit questions regarding this post to the email addresses below.

Justin.mccoy.4@us.af.mil and lynnann.duchene@us.af.mil

Disclaimer:

This SSS is issued solely for informational and planning purposes. It does not constitute a solicitation (Request for Information, Request for Proposal, or Request for Quotation) or a promise to issue a solicitation in the future.

The information in this notice is based on current information as of the publication date. The information in this notice is subject to change and is not binding to the Government. If changes are made, updated information will be provided in future notices and will be posted on the Federal Business Opportunities website at www.sam.gov. Responses to this SSS may or may not be returned. Contractors not responding to this SSS will not be precluded from participation in any future solicitation.

INTERESTED SOURCES MUST SELECT ADD ME TO INTERESTED VENDORS BUTTON ABOVE OR BELOW TO BE CONSIDERED PARTICIPANTS IN THIS MARKET RESEARCH EFFORT.

Attachment:

1) 2027 PWS MPST 8 May 2026_mPDF

Background
The FY27 Mission Planning Support Tool (MPST) contract is issued by the United States Air Force (USAF) to support the 72d Test & Evaluation Squadron (TES) at Whiteman Air Force Base (WAFB).
The goal of this contract is to provide maintenance and support services for the MPST system, which is essential for mission planning processes.
This Sources Sought Announcement is part of market research to identify potential sources and gauge small business interest for this requirement.

Work Details
The contractor will be responsible for providing all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, vehicles, supervision, and other items necessary to perform MPST maintenance and support services.
Key tasks include:
1. Providing MPST database and software maintenance to ensure compatibility with upgrades to the B-2 Mission Planning System software and hardware.
2. Installing and verifying MPST software releases.
3. Developing and maintaining custom databases and software for the 72 TES.
4. Verifying MPST databases and algorithms.
5. Conducting modeling and simulation studies to address 72 TES requirements.
6. Generating briefings and reports for MPST evaluations.
7. Providing demonstrations and training on MPST capabilities.
8. Supporting operational use of MPST modeling capabilities, including pre-test predictions and post-test analysis with the MPST.

Period of Performance
On-site Contractor support is expected to be performed during regular working hours (0730-1600) on weekdays, excluding Federal holidays.

Place of Performance
Whiteman Air Force Base MO 65305 UNITED STATES

Bidder Requirements
Contractor personnel must possess computer programming skills required for MPST software maintenance, with a minimum of two years of operational experience working as or directly with aircrew.
Personnel must be trained on the latest version of MPST and familiar with B-2 aircraft capabilities, survivability, ground and airborne threat systems, and intelligence products for B-2 mission planning.
On-site personnel must have a current background investigation eligible for access to Top Secret information.

Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail)
This opportunity appears to have a confirmed incumbent based on contract FA462522C0009 awarded to Applied Research Associates for Mission Planning Support Tool (MPST) services at Whiteman AFB, valued at $5,011,963 with performance from 01/28/22 through 06/27/27. The prior award description focuses on continued operation and support of the proprietary MPST software system, including ongoing maintenance and support activities that align with the FY27 requirement for MPST database/software maintenance, software release installation/verification, and related modeling/training/reporting support.
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Overview

Agency
Global Strike Command (AFGSC) [DoD - USAF]
Response Deadline
July 17, 2026, 5:00 p.m. EDT Due in 15 Days
Posted
July 2, 2026, 12:23 p.m. EDT
Set Aside
None
NAICS
541511 - Custom Computer Programming Services
PSC
DA01 - IT And Telecom - Business Application/Application Development Support Services (Labor)
Place of Performance
Whiteman Air Force Base, MO 65305 United States
Source
Open
Current SBA Size Standard
$34 Million
Pricing
Likely Fixed Price
Est. Level of Competition
Low
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$500,000 - $2,500,000 (AI estimate)
Odds of Award
38%
On 7/2/26 Global Strike Command issued Sources Sought FA462527Q0001 for FY27 Mission Planning Support Tool (MPST) due 7/17/26. The opportunity was issued full & open with NAICS 541511 and PSC DA01.
Primary Contact
Name
Lynn Duchene   Profile
Email
lynnann.duchene@us.af.mil
Phone
(660) 687-5398

Secondary Contact

Name
Justin McCoy   Profile
Email
justin.mccoy.4@us.af.mil
Phone
(660) 687-9002

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
DEPT OF DEFENSE > DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE > AFGSC > FA4625 509 CONS CC
FPDS Organization Code
5700-FA4625
Source Organization Code
500021133
Last Updated
July 2, 2026
Last Updated By
lynnann.duchene@us.af.mil
Archive Date
Aug. 1, 2026