How GDI Consulting Can Help You Win the DAFSTS II Contract

Introduction

The Department of the Air Force (DAF) is seeking industry feedback on a draft acquisition strategy for the second iteration of a potential five-year contract for strategic transformation support services that could be worth $3 billion to $5 billion. The contract, known as Department of the Air Force Strategic Transformation Support II (DAFSTS II), will be a multiple-award, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract that may cover the development and use of information technology tools, services and prototypes to help agencies meet their transformational needs. The solicitation number for this procurement is FA701423R0019 and the ordering period is expected to run between June 2024 and 2029.

If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, you will need a strong partner who can provide you with capture management and proposal development services that are tailored to your specific needs and goals. That partner is GDI Consulting, a leading provider of federal government capture and proposal services with a proven track record of success. In this article, we will explain why GDI Consulting is the best choice for you to win the DAFSTS II contract.

Historical Background

The DAFSTS II contract is the successor of the Air Force Strategic Transformation Support (AFSTS) contract, which was awarded in June 2020 to eight companies at a shared ceiling of $990 million. The AFSTS contract was focused on providing support services for enterprise-wide transformation efforts, such as IT systems upgrades, cloud migration and implementation of a program management information system. The AFSTS contract was divided into two tiers: Tier 1 for highly complex, undefined and unstructured problems that require innovative solutions; and Tier 2 for moderate to complex problems that have a defined goal and requirements.

GDI Consulting was one of the eight companies that won a position on the AFSTS contract, and has since delivered high-quality services to several DAF customers under various task orders. GDI Consulting has demonstrated its expertise and experience in solving complex problems and developing transformational strategies for Fortune 1-50 companies, as well as federal agencies such as the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the General Services Administration (GSA). GDI Consulting has also helped its clients win several self-scoring solicitations, such as GSA OASIS Unrestricted Pool 2 On-Ramp, GSA HCaTS On-Ramp, and GSA Alliant 2 SB.

RFP Description

The DAFSTS II contract will follow a similar structure as the AFSTS contract, with two tiers of services and a full-and-open competition. However, the DAFSTS II contract will have a much larger ceiling value, ranging between $3 billion and $5 billion, reflecting the increased demand and scope of strategic transformation support services across the DAF. The DAFSTS II contract will also have a slightly modified name, adding “Department of” to emphasize that it covers both the Air Force and the Space Force.

The draft acquisition strategy for the DAFSTS II contract was posted on June 28, 2023, and comments and feedback from industry are due by August 15, 2023. The draft acquisition strategy outlines the evaluation factors for both tiers, which include technical scenarios, corporate experience, small business participation plan, and management and capacity plan. The draft acquisition strategy does not give a timeline for when the final solicitation will be released.

Who Should Participate

The DAFSTS II contract is open to any company that can provide strategic transformation support services to the DAF. However, only companies that have past corporate experience in successfully performing studies, research and analysis and developing transformational strategies for Fortune 1-50 companies can bid for Tier 1 services. Companies that have similar experience for Fortune 1-200 companies can bid for Tier 2 services. Companies can only bid for one tier, not both.

If you are interested in bidding for the DAFSTS II contract, you should consider partnering with GDI Consulting, as we have extensive experience in both tiers of services. We have a team of experts who can help you with market research, opportunity sourcing, competitor analysis, bid-no bid decision making, price-to-win analysis, proposal writing, color team reviews, and submission. We also have access to GovWin IQ, a premier solution that provides detailed information and insights on tracked opportunities, such as the DAFSTS II contract. With GDI Consulting, you can increase your chances of winning the DAFSTS II contract and grow your business in the federal market.

Challenges

The DAFSTS II contract is a highly competitive and complex opportunity that poses several challenges for potential bidders. Some of the challenges are:

• Understanding the DAF’s needs and expectations for strategic transformation support services, and aligning your solutions with their vision and goals.
• Demonstrating your corporate experience and capabilities in solving highly complex, undefined and unstructured problems that require innovative solutions, as well as moderate to complex problems that have a defined goal and requirements.
• Developing a compelling and compliant proposal that addresses the technical scenarios, corporate experience, small business participation plan, and management and capacity plan for your chosen tier of services.
• Differentiating yourself from other competitors who may have similar or better qualifications and experience in providing strategic transformation support services.

Conclusion

The DAFSTS II contract is a lucrative and strategic opportunity for companies that can provide strategic transformation support services to the DAF. However, it is also a challenging and competitive opportunity that requires a high level of expertise and experience in solving complex problems and developing transformational strategies. To succeed in this opportunity, you need a strong partner who can provide you with capture management and proposal development services that are tailored to your specific needs and goals. That partner is GDI Consulting, a leading provider of federal government capture and proposal services with a proven track record of success. Contact us today at www.gdicwins.com to find out how we can help you win the DAFSTS II contract.