SOW for Law Enforcement Patrol Vessels (Revised).pdf

U.S Department of State (DOS)

Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) U.S. Embassy – Nassau, The Bahamas

Law enforcement patrol boats for use by The Bahamas Royal Police Force and Royal

Bahamas Defense Force to reduce the entry of illegal drugs into the United States

SECTION 1

SOLICITATION CONSIDERATIONS

1.1 SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT

This solicitation requires registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award, pursuant to FAR 4.1102 and other applicable regulations and guidelines. Information can be found at www.sam.gov.

1.2 TRADE AGREEMENTS ACT (19 U.S.C. 2512(A)) (TAA)

Pursuant to the Trade Agreements Act (19 U.S.C. 2512(a)) (TAA), Federal acquisitions of supplies may be made only from offerors that shall supply products of an eligible country under any of the free trade agreements entered into pursuant to the TAA. An article is considered a product of a country only if it is wholly a product of that country or if it has been, substantially transformed, in that country into a new and different article of commerce with a name, character, or use distinct from that of the original article(s). Note that any item that is a discreet article as it is sold in commerce, regardless of its ultimate function or use, cannot be considered, substantially transformed, and based solely on its integration into IT or other systems

1.3 UNAUTHORIZED DISCLOSURE

The Contractor and its employees shall exercise the utmost discretion concerning all matters relating to their duties and functions. They shall not communicate to any person any information known to them by reason of their performance of services under this contract, which has not been made public, except in the necessary performance of their duties or upon written authorization of the Contracting Officer.

All documents and records (including photographs) generated during the performance of work under this contract shall be for the sole use and become the exclusive property of the U.S Government. Furthermore, no article, book, pamphlet, email, recording, broadcast, speech television appearance, film or photograph concerning any aspect of work performed under this contract shall be published or disseminated through any media without the prior written authorization of the Contracting Officer. These obligations do no cease upon the expiration or termination of this contract. The Contractor shall include the substance of this provision in all contracts of employment and in all subcontracts hereunder.

See FAR 3.104 for additional information.

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SECTION 2 (Instruction to Offerors)

INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS/RESPONDENTS

SUBMISSION INFORMATION PERTAINING TO REQUEST FOR QUOTE

2.1 INFORMATION TO CONTRACTOR

Contractors are reminded that information furnished under this Request for Quote (RFQ) may be subject to disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Therefore, all items that are confidential to business or that contain trade secrets or proprietary or personnel information shall be clearly marked. Marking of items shall not necessarily preclude disclosure when Department of State (DOS) determines disclosure is warranted by FOIA. However, if such items are not marked, all information contained within the submitted documents shall be deemed releasable.

2.2 QUESTIONS CONCERNING THE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

Offerors are warned against contacting any INL personnel other than the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist prior to award of the Contract resulting from this RFQ. If such a contact occurs and found to be prejudicial to competing vendors, the vendor making such a contact may be excluded from award consideration.

No information concerning this RFQ shall be provided in response to telephone calls. All such requests shall be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist.

2.3 NOTICE OF SAM.GOV SYNOPSIS CLOSING DATE AND TIME

All offers shall be submitted to the designated Government Representative.

Proposals relating to this notice shall be accepted, via email to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist, through:

Closing Date and Time:

• 5:00 P.M. (local Washington D.C. time) on the following date: Friday 20 September 2021.

Any communications in reference to this RFQ shall cite the reference section title and page number, and directed to the following individuals:

Name: Kelly L. Byers Title: Contract Specialist E-mail: Byerskl@state.gov

Name: Margaret Gaudreau Title: Contracting Officer E-mail: Gaudreaumr@state.gov item, performed and/or delivered at the designated point(s) within the time specified. No exceptions or qualifications mailto:Byerskl@state.gov

2.4 CONTRACTOR RELATIONSHIPS

The Department of State (DOS) encourages the use of subcontractors. In addition, the Department requires that any potential Organization Conflict of Interest be identified in the proposal to ensure proper firewalls established prior to award.

SECTION 3

DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENTS

GENERAL

The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) is an instrumental leader in the development of policies and programs to combat international narcotics and crime. INL programs support two of the Department of States' strategic goals: (1) to reduce the entry of illegal drugs into the United States; and (2) to minimize the impact of international crime on the United States and its citizens. One of the many ways to effectively meet these goals is to partner with allied governments both directly and indirectly to promote the modernization of and support the enforcement operations of their foreign criminal justice systems and law enforcement agencies.

DESCRIPTION

The International Narcotics Affairs Section (INL - U.S. Embassy, Nassau) requires four (4) 27-foot Law Enforcement Patrol Boats, as provided in the specifications attached. The vessels will enhance security and facilitate interception of illicit trafficking along known smuggling route into the United States. This support will assist both the United States and Bahamian Governments’ efforts towards confronting criminal activity and illegal trafficking expeditiously.

The Law Enforcement Patrol Vessels will be used by the Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) for counter-narcotics operations and patrols in support of law enforcement and national security missions.

The contractor shall provide all required labor, personnel, management, materials & equipment to supply the INL Nassau/RBPF with four (4) Law Enforcement Patrol Vessel and shall ensure that any required maintenance/warranty/guarantee services are available on the Bahamian islands of Abaco, Bimini, North Andros, and New Providence.

THE SCHEDULE

1. TYPE OF CONTRACT

This requirement will result in the award of a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract in accordance with the specifications in Section 3 of this Statement of Work (SOW). No additional sums will be payable due to any escalation in the cost of materials, equipment, or labor, or because of the Contractor’s failure to properly estimate or accurately predict the prices or difficulty of achieving the results required by this contract. Nor will the contract price be adjusted on account of fluctuations in the currency exchange rates.

2. EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF CONTRACT

This contract shall be effective on the date of the Contracting Officer's signature and shall remain in full force and effect until all vessels are received and accepted by the U.S. Government in accordance with the contract delivery date NLT DD-MM-YEAR.

3. SUPPLIES AND PRICING

The Contractor shall provide to the U.S. Government the four (4) police vessels in strict compliance with the specifications at the agreed upon firm fixed price. In the event of non-compliance with the specifications, the U.S. Government reserves the right to demand correction(s) or reject this requirement in its entirety. Additionally, the Contractor shall perform the pre-delivery inspection of the vessels and deliver them to the location set forth in Section 9, Place of Delivery, of this SOW.

The firm fixed price shall include the vessels, pre-delivery inspection, certificates of origin, operator’s manuals, warranty certificates and any other documentation mandated by the destination country. All manuals shall be furnished in English.

3.1 SPECIFICATIONS

Pricing Matrix Deliverables

Law Enforcement Patrol Boats Quantity

Unit

27 Foot Full Cabin Patrol Boat with Dual Mercury 250HP - Verado V8 4-Stroke Outboard Engine

4 Each

2 Boat Trailer for 27 Foot Patrol Boat 4 Each 3 Shipping to The Bahamas 4 Each 4 Operator Manual and 3 copies 1 Lot 5 Operator and Maintenance Training 1 Lot

Four (4) Safe Boats International Law Enforcement Patrol Boat (Four 27’ Full Cabin), including Mercury Verado engines and boat trailers (Road ready trailer must include disc brakes, bow stop, winch, jack, spare tire and LED lighting). Complete technical specifications are attached in Appendix A.

3.3 MEASUREMENTS & CAPACITY:

• LENGTH: 27' (LOA 29’4” no engines) --- BEAM: 8'9" --- PERSON CAPACITY:

Crew Capacity –22 - DRAFT: 21.5” - FUEL CAPACITY: 200 Gallon fuel tank with a formed bottom (1/4” – 5086)

• HP: Up to 700Hp --- DRY WEIGHT: Approximately 8,052 LBS without (engine, fuel, options, liquids, people, and cargo).

• WEIGHT – 10,254 LB (dry weight, weight of heaviest engines)

• The “weight” above is in a fully- outfitted condition (full of fuel with XDR-1 Collar System).

3.4 SALIENT FEATURES OF COLLAR SYSTEM (REQUIRED)

• Foam Collar is required and designed to provide redundant level of buoyancy above and beyond the airtight hull design. Full buoyancy flotation collars are required to enable the boat to remain afloat with no additional flotation in the event of a catastrophic hull breach. The collar is to be 100% foam-filled; air/foam hybrid collar will not be considered an equal to the requirements due to its potential for failure.

• Color – Blue with/ black rub strake & must include Anti-Fouling Paint (epoxy barrier coat) on Side Plates behind Collar.

• Includes standard identification collar lettering (Specific Lettering TBD upon award).

• The vessels and trailers will be built new and all parts and equipment new. All necessary hardware, equipment, and labor are included for systems & equipment installations throughout the watercraft.

3.5 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS ARE OUTLINED BELOW

- Maximum speed up to 48 knots

- 1/4" - 5086 Bottom Plate with Safe Boat (or equal) Stringer System with Angled Transverse

Framing.

- Pressure tested airtight hull

- Reinforced keel beaching plate

- Stepped transom with speed shoe in bottom plate

- Performance wings below collars for increased lift and stabilization while maneuvering

- Fully welded performance lifting strakes

- Self-bailing decks with high volume scupper drains

- Forward cockpit with self-draining decks

- Bow storage/anchor locker with aft facing door

- Dual aft rigging locker system with topside access

- Transom inspection hatch

- Sacrificial hull anode(s)

- Cabin must have super structure with aft, port, and starboard weather tight doors

- Cuddy with bench seating

- Weather tight cuddy access hatch

- Sliding side aft windows

- Overhead spotter windows (tinted)

- Safety glass used in all windows

- Overhead cuddy ceiling hatch

- Swing down radar pod

- Safety hand/grab rail system with black rubberized rail wrap

- Console and dash must be Starboard side helm

- OHIP - Over Head Instrument Panel

- Seating, seat, storage, and upholstery must include Positions 1 and 2 - Bentley shock mitigating seats with seat belts, fore/aft and height adjustments

- Positions 3 and 4 - I3MM Marine Suspension Seat with seat belts and wall mounted pistol grips

- Port and starboard aft jump seat/storage boxes with upholstered cushions

- Port and starboard cuddy benches with upholstered cushions

- Black non-skid decks and gunnels

- Black rubberized dash skid

- Marine grade carpet and insulation

- Upholstered headliner

- Coating, coverings, and lettering should be Black mesh snap covers on interior storage box openings

- Rubberized deck matting on interior walking surfaces

- Towing, lifting and attachment point should be Six (6) 10" cast aluminum weld on cleats

- Custom fabricated weld on pick eyes with SS inserts

- Weld on bow eye with triple SS inserts

- Weld on transom tie downs

- Fore and aft tow posts with single SS cross pin

- Motor guard/tow line guide

- Electrical system and power generation must be a House battery system 12VDC - one (1) marine grade battery with switch

- Blue Sea 360 marine grade breaker system

- Backlit switch panel with marine grade switches

- Four (4) 12VDC power receptacles – two (2) on dash and two (2) on arch

- Self-parking intermittent windshield wiper system with washer

- Must have LED lighting -- navigation lights (running and anchor)

- Independently controlled interior/exterior dimmable LED walkway lights

- Three (3) red/white dome lights - two (2) in cabin, one (1) in cuddy

- Four (4) flood lights - one (1) port, one (1) starboard and two (2) aft deck

- One (1) 12VDC rechargeable flashlight- -Navigation horn

- Two (2) ventilation fans

- Must include safety, rescue, and diving equipment

- Three (3) fire extinguishers

- Life ring mount

- Cabin dewatering pump, 1100GPH

- CO detector(s) mounted in cabin

- Telescoping swim ladder mounted on outboard bracket

- Air-conditioning

3.6 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

- Must include electronics navigation and communication

- Marine Radio VHF

- A complete Navigation Suite Package to include Furuno fully integrated chartplotter and

Navigation package (Radar/Chartplotter Liquid Crystal Diode Display with cover, Sounder, Furuno GPS GP33 DGPS/WAAS navigator with display and antenna, chart card), radar dome 4Kw, AIS, and PG500R rate compensated heading sensor. All electronic chart materials provided with the boats shall be suitable for response boat operations in the vicinity of the recipient country.

- Furuno Very High Frequency (VHF)/Ultra High Frequency (UHF) multi-band Marine Radio Communication System (brand name or equal);

- HF (125W amp) Marine Radio Communication System

- Magnetic compass w/ dimmable back-lighting

- Perform sea trial and document mechanical and performance data (fuel, labor, oil included)

- Loud hailer system with speaker

- Shore power with galvanic isolator, 110V panel, built in battery charger, 25’ cord

- Four transporters aluminum trailer (to serve the four vessels) with disc brakes, bow stop, winch, jack, spare tire and LED lighting.

- The air conditioning shall maintain cabin temp at +/-70f degrees in extended periods of 90f+ external temperatures with dedicated electrical generator.

- Commercial four stroke Motors Mercury Verado 250-HP. Two per boat a total of 8 engines.

- Tow spool / Cover / Line no less than 300’ retractable line

- 6 mooring lines- 2” circular DBN x 30 feet with 12 eyes and whipped bitter ends – 6 each

- 8 type I and 6 type II personal floatation devices per boat size – Medium, large and extra-large.

- Distress flares for night and day application. Light marker and distress 1 each.

- 1 aluminum expandable boat hook – Telescopic boat hooks 8 feet, 1 each

- 1 life ring with life line attached – 24” ring buoy lifesaving

- Suitable anchor with anchor chain no less than 100’ of rope.

- 1 Marine head

- First aid kit- One each for 10 persons

- EPIRB – 1 installed each

- Rifle rack to support 6 personnel

- Two blue flashing Law Enforcement LED strobe lights

- Hand held search light with 500,000 candle power one remote controlled light with control panel mounted at helm

- FLIR with screen display

- Docking Kit

- Off-shore Safety Kit

- Anchor Kit

- Siren

- Sea Trials must be conducted in The Bahamas

3.7 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Operator Manuals – Contractor shall provide 1 Operator & Maintenance Manual for each boat (CD & Print-English) (Four total).

• Five (5) days of operator and maintenance training to include (1) instructor for 10 students

• Testing/Acceptance - The contractor must provide a Factory Acceptance Test Report demonstrating that the Watercraft was tested for use in its intended purpose & deemed operational prior to shipment; a Local Site Acceptance Test demonstrating that the Watercraft & all systems were tested (after placement in the field) and deemed acceptable; and an Operational Acceptance Report demonstrating that the Watercraft & all its systems are operational as designed and present no defects. Failure of any of these requirements may place the project on hold and require Contractor/direct factory intervention to perform necessary corrective actions and re-certify the unit. The Watercraft will not be considered for final acceptance until it performs operationally for 30 consecutive days without corrective action required.

• Warranty & Maintenance Services - All warranty and maintenance services shall be fully described & specified in the respective Quotations, pursuant to the Offeror’s GSA Contract/Schedule.

• Provide Factory Warranty and Maintenance Services – (Contractors to describe all warranty periods, maintenance services, etc. with their quotation).

• Contractor performance entails compliance with all applicable requirements/regulations/laws of the United States Export Administration, and any other US or Bahamian licensing/governing authorities. Further, performance shall include compliance with, and providing all required licensing to transport, export, and train personnel (as necessary/required) regarding the subject vessel, and its equipment.

• Contract type shall be Firm Fixed-Price, including all direct costs, indirect cost, profit, taxes and other charges. The Price shall be FOB Destination to the specified location in The Bahamas. Items will be donated to the Bahamian Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) for use in support of the International Narcotic & Law Enforcement Initiative.

• Fixed- Price must include compliance with all applicable requirements/regulations by the United States Export Administration, and any other US or Bahamian licensing/governing authorities. Contractors must comply with, or obtain all required licensing to transport, export, & train personnel with the Law Enforcement Maritime Intercept/Patrol Vessels, as well as its equipment.

• Quoters must demonstrate that any required support services (warranty, maintenance, testing, etc.) can be provided on-site in The Bahamas (if required), including the ability to provide those services on a timely basis.

• Quotation Submission Requirements - The following must be included in the quotation:

• GSA Schedule Contract Number and expiration date; items quoted under this solicitation shall be on GSA Schedule at the time of award.

• Pricing for items requested above, using Contractor quotation format, and detailed explanation of warranty coverage.

• Delivery availability time.

• Completion of attached Defense Base Act Certification (DOSAR 652.228-70) (If on-site/The Bahamas services are required).

4. WARRANTY

In accordance with the Contractor’s proposal, the subject boats and their engines shall be covered by the manufacturer’s standard warranty of 12 months without limit of hours. Further, the period of availability of repair parts shall be no less than 10 years. The Contractor shall provide the warranty at the time of delivery for each vessel.

The Contractor shall be registered to do business in the host country or an existing partner with a host country registered business, this is required to provide maintenance, repairs, and spare parts since this type of equipment involves safety and security.

The Contractor shall have a valid international warranty on the products offered which shall be utilized to coordinate replacement parts and services for the end user in order to avoid incurring additional expenses.

5. PREPARATION FOR DELIVERY

The vessels shall be clean, in new condition and all fluid levels must be in the normal operating ranges.

6. MARKING AND SUBMISSION OF DOCUMENTS

6.1 The Four (4), Law Enforcement Patrol Vessels for INL The Bahamas will be delivered to the following location:

Shipping Destination: New Providence, The Bahamas

The Bill of Laden must describe each Trailer and Boat with the year, make, model, color, and chassis number where applicable.

Consignee: U.S. Embassy, Nassau, (INL)

42 Queen Street, New Providence, The Bahamas

Attention: INL Office Nassau Email: NassauGSOShipping@State.gov Russellkv@state.gov

Marking: Marking Instructions (for delivery only) will be provided upon award and shall minimally contain the following:

US Embassy Nassau (INL) INL – Law Enforcement Maritime Patrol Vessels (w-Trailer) Delivery Order #:

Contractor must provide/file all required shipping/export declaration documentation (including Dept. of Commerce Form 7525-V), including local handling fees prior to shipment. Even though this product will be donated to Government of The Bahamas, these forms should be submitted in advance declaring the value of goods/product entering country. All shipping docs, export declaration forms, export licenses (Contractor provided) & other delivery information shall be submitted in advance of shipment, to the INL Point of Contact (above). The Contractor, in mailto:NassauGSOShipping@State.gov performance of this requirement, shall be licensed by (and in compliance with) U.S. Transportation & Safety requirements. Shipping shall minimally include disconnection of batteries from electrical system, securing loose gear to prevent shifting during shipment, & securing all equipment (e.g., motors, spotlight(s), etc.) to prevent movement & damage during shipment. Contractor must remove flammable liquids IAW ocean/overland transportation regulations & requirements, as well as placing the radio and antenna(s) in the lowered position. Contractor shall place boat cabin key in a secure location and add protective Trans-Shield Application and/or Shrink-Wrap, covering boat down to collar & outboard engines.

Delivery is FOB Destination – Nassau, New Providence, The Bahamas

7. DELIVERY SCHEDULE

All Boats shall be delivered to the customs facility in Nassau, The Bahamas as soon as possible (ASAP) but not later than (NLT) 12 months from receipt of the award notification.

8. PLACE OF DELIVERY

The Boats shall be delivered to the following address:

Royal Bahamas Police Force P.O. Box N458 Police Training College Thompson Boulevard Nassau, The Bahamas

Purchase Order No. ___________ (to be determined upon award)

All Boxes and AWB must be marked as “Diplomatic Cargo”

9. CUSTOMS CLEARANCE AND TAX EXEMPTIONS

The U.S. Government will assist the Contractor in obtaining customs clearance and tax exemption certificates from the Government of The Bahamas in accordance with Section 7, Marking and Submission of Documents, of this contract. The Contractor’s must include and arrange all local, port handling and other fees associated with delivery to the destination.

9.1. EXPORT LICENSE

The Contractor shall comply with Sections 38-40 of the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) (22 U.S.C. 2778-2780) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120-

130) as required, for the prosecution of work under this contract at no additional cost to the Government. Failure to be in compliance with AECA and ITAR by date planned for commencement of contract performance as well as during the entire performance of work under this contract shall result in contract termination. Any penalties rendered to the Contractor, as a direct result of being found non-compliance with AECA and ITAR, will be the responsibility of the Contractor. For additional information on AECA and ITAR, see http://www.pmddtc.state.gov/.

The Contractor shall comply with license requirements of the Commerce Control List and any Export Administrative Regulations (EAR), which shall apply. Export Restrictions

All Gen 3 and Gen 2+ night vision image intensifier tubes and devices as well as thermal sensors and devices are subject to United States export rules and regulations. Valid export licenses shall be issued by the U.S. Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, in accordance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR), Title 22, Code of Federal Regulation 120- 130; or by the U.S. Department of Commerce in accordance with the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR Parts 730-774.

10. INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE OF BOATS

The inspection and acceptance of the boats shall be performed by the U.S. Government upon their arrival at the customs facility in Nassau, The Bahamas. The payment(s) to the Contractor shall be made following satisfactory inspection and acceptance of the boats, and upon presentation of the boats titles or certificates of origin to the Office of INL in Nassau, The Bahamas.

11. ACQUISITION METHOD

The U.S. Government is conducting this acquisition as a Sole Source Award utilizing the procedures of FAR Parts 8 and 19 respectively. This requirement will be solicited on GSA eBuy under Federal Supply Schedule 84--Total Solutions for Law Enforcement, Security, Facilities Management, Fire, Rescue, Clothing and Marine Craft and Emergency/Disaster Response. The Subcategory for this requirement will be 260-01--Boats Powered (Includes Part & Accessories). The NAICS Code for this requirement shall be 336612--Boat Building with a Size Standard of 1000 employees.

11.1 AWARD TYPE:

The Government intends to award a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order for the requirements identified in this RFQ. The FFP price shall include all direct and indirect costs, profit, shipping/delivery charges, export requirements, insurance, and etc. The price will not be subject to adjustment after award.

BASIS OF AWARD

EVALUATION OF QUOTATIONS:

• Award from this solicitation will be made on an “All or None” basis.

• Award will be made based on the Lowest Priced-Technically Acceptable (LPTA) quote that is responsive to the Request for Quote (RFQ) requirements

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

1. The Government reserves the right to reject a quotation that is technically unacceptable or unreasonably high in price.

2. The Government will determine acceptability by assessing the quoter's compliance with the terms of the RFQ.

3. The quoter must be able to demonstrate that it has the necessary resources to provide on-time delivery as well as a high level of quality for the requested items.

QUOTATION MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING

1. PRICE: unit and extended prices, inclusive of delivery charges.

2. DELIVERY DATE: Boats delivered to Government by TBD .

3. DESCRIPTION: Description/nomenclature of the item being quoted; product literature may be provided. Quotation must demonstrate compliance with all required features. Also include description of warranty terms.

4. Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) AND Central Contractor Registration (CCR): DUNS number and statement that the quoter is registered in Central Contractor Registration (CCR)/System for Award Management (SAM).

5. CERTIFICATIONS: Completed certifications (FAR 52.212-3) or statement that the certifications are included already at the ORCA web site (https://orca.bpn.gov/).

6. PAST PERFORMANCE: A list of contracts within the last two (2) years for the provision of comparable Marine Patrol Vessels to federal or commercial customers.

The list shall include contact information (name, organization, email, and phone) and limited to no more than five (5) references.

https://orca.bpn.gov/