A14_SourcesSoughtNotice_Dworshak_Tank_Repair_1.pdf

SYNOPSIS

This is a SOURCES SOUGHT SYNOPSIS and is for informational / market research purposes only.

THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL, QUOTATION OR BID, NOR A SYNOPSIS OF A

PROPOSED CONTRACT ACTION UNDER FAR SUBPART 5.2. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this synopsis or on any follow up information. NO SOLICITATION IS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE.

The purpose for this synopsis is to conduct market research to help identify capable, potential sources and to establish if this requirement can be set-aside for small business or other socioeconomic programs to include: Small Business, 8(a) firms, Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone), Women- Owned Small Business (WOSB), Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) and Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Those aforementioned programs are highly encouraged to respond.

The synopsis and solicitation, if issued, will be made available on FedBizOpps (http://www.fbo.gov). It is the potential offeror’s responsibility to monitor FedBizOpps for issuance of any future solicitation that may result from this Sources Sought Synopsis.

Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price NAICS Code: 326199 All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing Small Business Size Standard: 750 Product and Service Code (PSC): Z2EC Repair or Alteration of Production Buildings

GENERAL INFORMATION:

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), APO Contracting Office, has been tasked to solicit for maintenance and repairs of 27 nursery tanks for Dworshak National Fish Hatchery (DNFH). DNFH 276 Dworshak Complex Drive, Orofino, Idaho 83544 the project is for fiberglass tanks that require routine maintenance which includes patching/repairing and application of gelcoat to provide a smooth, fish-friendly rearing environment. for. DNFH is seeking maintenance repair of 27 of the 60 fiberglass tanks to restore full function and protect these tanks from further wear and damage.

Nursery Tanks to be repaired: 105, 106, 107, 205, 206, 212, 305, 306, 307, 311, 312, 405, 406, 409, 411, 412, 507, 510, 607, 609, 610, 611, 707, 709, 710, 811 and 812.

The proposed period-of-performance will be determined at time of award. Estimated work to be completed between January 1, 2022 and February 15, 2022.

CAPABILITIES:

Repair and Gelcoat 27 Nursery Tanks. Work shall be performed to industry standards and manufacturers maintenance specifications.

The vendor will be responsible for all necessary preparation work to make repairs and gelcoat the repaired areas on the selected tanks.

a. Repairs includes sanding areas within the tanks identified and blending the existing functional areas of each tank with the damaged areas.

b. The end product after painting will provide a smooth surface eliminating any edges where water can collect resulting in cracking, pealing or failure http://www.fbo.gov/ of the product.

c. The Gelcoat will be a close match to the existing color.

d. Only the inside surfaces will be coated and across the top edge of tanks.

e. The Gelcoat may be applied via sprayer or rolled on.

f. The vendor will provide all equipment, materials, required safety equipment supplies and labor for this project.

g. The vendor will be responsible for masking or covering around screens as they will remain in the tanks. The vendor may NOT remove the tanks screens.

h. The vendor will protect plumbing, screens, brackets and any other DNFH infrastructure from overspray.

i. The vendor will follow any and all safety protocols for using the various products to complete this project (e.g. tank preparation-sanding, cleaning products, gelcoat, and ventilation for fumes, etc.).

j. The work will be performed on-site; the tanks will not be removed.

k. The vendor will perform work based on industry standard practices.

l. The vendor will be responsible for the removal and disposal of any unused Gelcoat material and other waste generated by this project. Deviations from these items may be coordinated with the Technical Coordinator.

The vendor must demonstrate prior knowledge and experience in fiberglass repair including gelcoat. The vendor will submit this information along with their bid describing at least one project completed meeting the criteria.

The government and vendor will coordinate regarding the use of the 4 man doors and the overhead doors to assist in providing appropriate ventilation to the Nursery area to manage gelcoat fumes while maintaining adequate temperatures meeting the product specifications. The plastic divider between the Nursery and the adjacent lockers must remain fully closed at all times to manage heat in the Nursery and protect the areas outside (i.e. staff) the Nursery from fumes.

INSTRUCTIONS TO RESPOND TO SOURCES SOUGHT SYNOPSIS:

Prior Government contract work is not required for submitting a response to this synopsis.

Firm’s responses to this synopsis shall be limited to five (5) pages, shall include the following information:

1. Name and address

2. Point of contact name, phone number and email address

3. CAGE Code and DUNS Number (if applicable)

4. Interest in working as a prime contractor, subcontractor or other (please explain)

5. Capabilities: Firms shall demonstrate their ability to meet the requirements in the section titled

‘CAPABILITIES.’

6. Business size based on the listed NAICS Code, as well as any socioeconomic categories (Small Business, 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, EDWOSB and SDVOSB)

Responses will be shared within the Government’s project team, but otherwise will be held in strict confidence. Interested firms shall respond to this synopsis no later than 5:00 PM, Pacific Standard Time (PST) on 01/03/2022.

All responses shall be submitted electronically to the Cindy Salazar, Contracting Officer, cindy_salazar@fws.gov