Systems & Warfighting Acquisition Navigator (SWAN)

Background
The contract is issued by the SSC/AC PKA at Los Angeles Air Force Base, aimed at supporting the Systems & Warfighting Acquisition Navigator (SWAN) decision tool. The goal is to enhance the SWAN model capabilities to support the Department of Defense (DoD) mission, particularly in the context of Great Power Competition.

This effort is critical for informing stakeholders during the FY27 Program Objective Memorandum (POM) process and ensuring superiority in space operations.

Work Details
The contract involves building out the Government-owned SWAN decision tool through professional services that include:

- conducting DoD mission interviews and analytics;
- performing DoD acquisition program interviews and analytics;
- executing data modeling and analysis;
- developing software;
- facilitating management workshops;
- providing leadership counseling.

The contractor must integrate these efforts into a cohesive output that delivers data-driven analysis, identifies gaps, and proposes solutions for delivering fully-burdened space capabilities. The justification for limiting sources indicates that only McKinsey possesses the unique qualifications necessary to provide these services at the required quality level, due to their deep experience with existing Department of Air Force effects chains and requisite clearances.

Period of Performance
The contract will have a one-year ordering period from 24 August 2024 to 23 August 2025.

Place of Performance
Los Angeles Air Force Base, El Segundo, CA.