Federal Aviation Administration - Artificial Intelligence Tools and Data Analytic Services

MARKET ANALYSIS

This is an initial Market Analysis and is being issued in accordance with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Acquisition Management System (AMS) Policy 3.2.1.2.1. This is an informational posting to initiate industry involvement in the below requirement and possibly provide feedback in the development of procurement strategy/acquisition solutions. Any further Market Survey or other notices for this requirement will be posted as a related notice to this Market Analysis

Please note: The FAA is not seeking or accepting unsolicited proposals. The FAA will not pay for any information received or costs incurred in preparing responses to this Market Analysis. Any costs associated with the Market Analysis response is solely at the interested vendor's expense.

I. REQUIREMENT

The FAA has a requirement for full-service providers with the expertise to support its vision for a next-generation safety and non-safety analytics capabilities. The FAA is seeking sources that possess the below qualifications and capabilities.

(a) Qualifications/Capabilities:

• Possess advanced expertise in deploying cutting-edge analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning technologies to transform and expand aviation safety and non-safety insights.


• Experience in aviation data which includes long-term experience working with aviation-specific data to include understanding its unique aspects and challenges.


• Provide independent analytics services which includes robust data analytics capabilities that could function independently of the FAA, enabling efficient delivery of analysis and insights.


• Possess state-of-the-art analytical tools which rely on commercially available analytics solutions that are trusted across industries to enhance operational safety and reduce errors.

(b) The requirement’s objective is to:

• Enhance predictive analytics to proactively identify and mitigate safety and non-safety risks.


• Identify, research, and analyze causal factors


• Utilize AI and machine learning for deep analysis of safety and non-safety data to generate actionable insights.


• Integrate diverse data sources to provide a comprehensive view of safety and non-safety factors in the NAS.


• Advance the overall safety and efficiency of the NAS with rapid response capabilities to address emerging risks.

This initiative will not only accelerate the FAA’s safety and non-safety related capabilities but will also leverage the provider’s advanced technical expertise to ensure continuous improvement in aviation standards and practices both within and outside the FAA.

The FAA is contemplating various acquisitions solutions including QVLs, Multiple award contracts, BOAs, BPAs, etc. but is still conducting research for the acquisition strategy and open to industry input.

II. RESPONSES

Vendors that would like to express interest, provide input, or ask general questions must limit responses to no more than two (2) pages.

Responses must be submitted electronically no later than December 20, 2024, 05:00 pm CST to the Contracting Officer at Andre.Casiano@faa.gov

This Market Analysis is not a Screening Information Request (SIR), solicitation, or request for offer (SFO or RFO). No commitment or implied agreement will arise as a result of responding to the Market Analysis Responses to this Market Analysis does not guarantee eligibility or impart a requirement for the Market Analysis respondent to participate in or receive a SIR, SFO, RFO, or a contract. Consistent with AMS 3.2.1.2.1, the information obtained as a result of this Market Analysis may refine a future acquisition strategy. Any future acquisition strategy may be implemented without public notice unless required by AMS.

Note: The FAR references cited in SAM.gov are not applicable to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as the FAA has its own policies and guidance referenced in the Acquisition Management System (AMS).

--------Nov 15, 2024, Update 0001, Response date extension------

The purpose of this update is to extend the date for vendor responses to December 20, 2024, 5;00 p.m. CST

RFI language updated as follows:

FROM: Responses must be submitted electronically no later than November 22, 2024, 05:00 pm CST to the Contracting Officer at Andre.Casiano@faa.gov

TO: Responses must be submitted electronically no later than December 20, 2024, 05:00 pm CST to the Contracting Officer at Andre.Casiano@faa.gov