Defence Fuel Training Services

Overview The Department of Defence is seeking tenders for the provision of Defence Fuel Training Services, comprising training design, administration and instructional services. About Fuel Capability Branch (FCB) exists to support Commander Joint Logistics as Head of the Defence Fuel Supply Chain (HDFSC). FCB's mission is to ensure the safe, efficient and effective operation of the Defence Fuel Supply Chain (DFSC) to meet the current and future needs of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) for all petroleum, oils and lubricants products and services. Defence Fuel Installation (DFI) management and aviation refuelling (AVR) conducted by Army, Navy, Air Force and Outsourced Service Providers is an essential part of DFSC operations and is considered a 'no fail' capability requirement for the provision of military power to support Australia's national security. In 2022 the Defence Fuels Training Redevelopment Project delivered a suite of modern training products to support the professionalisation of the DFSC workforce, incorporating progressive training continuums for both DFI operations and AVR. Every worker in the DFSC is required to undergo training on the new course products. Instruction for the DFI training continuum is conducted at purpose-built facilities located at RAAF Base Richmond, though exported training may be conducted at other suitable Defence locations. AVR training is conducted on-the-job at various military airfield locations within the National Support Base (NSB). DFI training includes courses on fuel quality testing, basic DFI operations, management of change and High Risk Work Permitting. AVR training is specific to the operation of commercial specification vehicle platforms consisting of heavy rigid and heavy combination tankers and elevating platform hydrant vehicles. Purpose The purpose of the Statement of Work (SOW) is to state the Commonwealth requirements for work to be carried out under the Contract relating to the provision of Services in support of the Defence Fuel Training Services, and to allocate work responsibilities between the Commonwealth and the Contractor. Scope The Contractor shall perform all activities necessary for the provision of Services in accordance with the Contract, including: Provision of management services Provision of training design, development and review services Provision of training administrative support and enabling services Provision of training delivery and instructional services Provision and support of Support Resources Quality Management Health, Safety and Environmental Management Provision of Services that meet the training demand through the Annual Training Plan produced by Defence, including the Instructor Led Defence Fuel Supply Chain Course List set out in Schedule 1 to Annex C of the SOW Unless otherwise expressly stated in Attachment B or the SOW, all Services are Recurring Services and are included in the Recurring Services Fee. Services provided as Supplies and Quotes (S&Q) are Services requested outside the Rate of Effort in accordance with Clause 2.2. Contractor Requirements The Commonwealth will exclude a tender from further consideration if it considers that the tenderer does not comply with the Conditions for Participation specified in the Tender Details Schedule (clause 3.3.1) Contract Terms and Conditions Timeframe for Delivery: 8 Months If notified by the Commonwealth Representative of a pending change to the Rate of Effort, the Contractor shall prepare and submit an S&Q in accordance with clause 3.13 for temporary or unforeseen increases to the Rate of Effort, or a Contract Change Proposal (CCP) in accordance with clause 11.1 of the Conditions of Contract, to cover an ongoing increase or decrease, as applicable, in the provision of Services necessary to meet the requirements of a change to the Rate of Effort Instructions to Tenderers Tender responses are to be submitted electronically via the AusTender website www.tenders.gov.au using the 'Lodgement Page' link on this tender notification. Enquiries Contact: Deputy Director Industry Integration Email: jlc.ii.tenders@defence.gov.au