X-RAY DATA ACQUISITION CONTROL (XDAC) SOFTWARE IMPROVEMENTS FOR NSLS-II BEAMLINES
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) intends to negotiate on a sole source basis under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) Soliciting from a Single Source, with Johnny Kirkland, Shoreham, NY for the purpose of executing improvements to the X-Ray Data Acquisition and Control (XDAC) software associated with operations of the NSLS-II beamlines at Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL). This is a sole source inasmuch as Johnny Kirkland is the exclusive author and developer of the XDAC software. The related interface and all software code are proprietary to the author. A firm fixed-price purchase order will be negotiated and issued on or about 10 Sep 2020 for a 12-mo. period. No solicitation package will be issued. This notice is not a request for competitive quotations; however, interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement. Inquiries will only be accepted via e-mail to randy.schroyer@nist.gov. The government will consider responses received by 5:00PM, EST, 3 Aug 2020. Written responses to this synopsis shall contain sufficient documentation to establish a bona fide capability to fulfill the requirement. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed requirement based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement in the future. This notice of intent is not a Request for Quotation (RFQ) nor is it a request for competition. No telephone requests will be honored.
NB643060-20-02406 Department of Commerce National Institute of Standards and Technology
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Request for Information
This is a Request for Information (RFI) to conduct market research to determine the various sources available to provide the Oracle hardware and software support outlined in detail in the Product Description (PD) and supporting attachments. This RFI does not guarantee the issuance of an RFQ. However, if an RFQ is issued, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will follow the Contracting Order of Priority in accordance with Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) Part 819.7004. If your company is an authorize reseller for both Oracle hardware and software and has the capabilities required by VA, listed in the PD, please email your response to Joshua Lemonds (joshua.lemonds@va.gov) with an affirmative response that you are an authorize reseller for both Oracle hardware and software and have the capability to meet the Product Description s (PD) requirements. Responses are due 11:59pm EST, August 6, 2020.
Requirement Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Office of Information and Technology (OI&T), Information Technology Operations and Services (ITOPS), Infrastructure Operations (IO), requires hardware and software maintenance for products currently in use at the VA.
The Contractor shall provide firmware upgrades, updates to include major releases, point releases, service releases and security releases of applicable firmware on a quarterly basis, and within forty-eight (48)-hours in cases where a high-risk vulnerability fix becomes available. The Contractor shall provide Oracle Solaris OS upgrades and security fixes, including interim and public releases.
See the attached PD, Deliverable Support Information Form, and PD Hardware spreadsheet for the full requirement.
Disclaimer
This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes - it does not constitute an RFQ or a promise to issue an RFP in the future. This request does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. VA is not, at this time, seeking quotes and will not accept unsolicited proposals. Responders are advised that the U.S. Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI; all costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the interested vendor's expense. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFP, if any is issued. Any information submitted by respondents to this RFI is strictly voluntary. All submissions become Government property and will not be returned.
36C10A20Q0280 Department of Veterans Affairs Technology Acquisition Center Austin
8/3/20, 3:37 PM High-Speed Data Acquisition Systems
The purpose of this sources sought notice is to conduct market research to determine if responsible sources exist, to assist in determining if this effort can be competitive and to gain market knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classifications relative to the North American Industry Classification Systems (NAICS) code 334511 for Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing, which has a corresponding size standard of 1,250 employees. Responses to this sources sought synopsis will be utilized by the Government to determine the best acquisition strategy for this procurement and make appropriate determinations about potential sources. No solicitation is currently available and as such this is not a request for proposal and in no way obligates the Government to award any contract. A decision to set aside all or part of this requirement is dependent upon a review of the information submitted in response to this sources sought. After review of the responses to this sources sought announcement a synopsis and/or solicitation announcement may be published.
(2) PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The AIR 5.2 Air Vehicle Modification and Instrumentation (AVMI) department at
NAWCWD requires High-Speed Data Acquisition System (HSDAS) hardware and associated repair services.
(3) REQUIRED CAPABILITIES: HSDAS hardware product enhancements and upgrades, field servicing, and technical
support of the HSDAS units and components, as well as the Airborne Test Instrumentation System (ATIS) and Common Airborne Instrumentation System (CAIS) units. Products required include: antennas, data acquisition, camera/video products, controllers, data recorders, multiplexers, etc.
(4) PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: N/A
(5) CONTRACT TYPE: The Government is contemplating awarding a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract.
(6) SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: N/A
(7) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: N/A
(8) CONTRACTOR RESPONSE: Any firm believing it can fulfill the requirement identified above may submit a written
response, which shall be considered by the agency. The written response shall reference solicitation number N6893618R0077 and provide a capability statement that clearly indicates the firm’s experience, assets, background, and ability to perform the required work without compromising the quality, accuracy, reliability, and schedule.
Contractor responses shall also include the following information:
a) A reference to the solicitation number N6893618R0077 and brief title of this announcement;
b) Company name and address
c) Company's point of contact name, phone, fax, and e-mail;
d) Declaration as to whether a U.S. or foreign company;
e) Company size (Small or Large according to the identified NAICS and size standard identified),
f) If your company is a small business, specify type(s),
g) Provide any anticipated teaming arrangements and delineate between work to be accomplished by the prime and the work to be accomplished by the teaming partners,
h) A brief capabilities statement package (no more than 10 pages in length, double spaced, 12 point font minimum),
demonstrating ability to perform the specific requirements discussed above.
i) An outline of previous projects related to the program description, identify specific work previously performed or currently being performed related to the program description; and
j) Any other specific and pertinent information as pertains to this particular area of procurement that would enhance the Government’s consideration and evaluation of the information submitted.
Questions and comments are highly encouraged. An opportunity for a site visit will be offered after the solicitation is issued.
The results of the sources sought may also be utilized used to determine if any Small Business Set-Aside
opportunities exist using NAICS Code 334511 with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees. All Small Business Set-Aside categories will be considered. Vendors should appropriately mark any data that is proprietary or has restricted data rights. Responses shall be submitted by e-mail to the point(s) of contact listed below no later than 15 days from this notice date. (POC information auto-populates in FBO via the table above so it is not necessary to include it here. See Sub Part FAR 5.2 to ensure preparation and transmittal requirements are met.)
DISCLAIMER:
THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY RESPONDENTS TO THIS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY.
Contractors must be certified through Defense Logistics Information Services (DLIS) in order to access CUI. See the DLISwebsite for registration details at: http://www.dlis.dla.mil/jcp/.
N6893620R0100 Department of the Navy Naval Air Systems Command Naval Air Warfare Center
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