C11_Synopsis_TAFT_Redwood_Tank_Inspection.docx

Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division (NUWC) Keyport is soliciting for freshwater tank inspection. The building is structured on a concrete foundation over a free-standing freshwater redwood tank that is 30’ diameter by 30’ tall, protected from the elements by a tent fixture, equipped with heating capabilities, and an overhead crane with decking to allow personnel to access testing equipment and test fixtures in the area above the tank. The inspection will include a physical and visual inspection of the tank exterior, hoops, lugs, pipe fittings, bottom, and foundation. Additionally, a visual inspection of the tank interior shall be accomplished, including the bottom of the tank. All metal components shall be inspected for corrosion, and all wood components shall be inspected for decay.

This requirement is being issued as a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services in accordance with FAR 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in the attached solicitation. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. The Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) applicable assigned rating for this requirement is DO-C9. The solicitation, issued as request for quotation (RFQ) N0025326Q0001, is attached to this announcement. The proposed contract is small business set-aside competitive procurement. Applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is 541990 and has a size standard of $19.5 million.

Requirements and evaluation procedures are listed in the attached solicitation, which is required to be filled out in its entirety and returned before the solicitation closes. All questions regarding this solicitation should be submitted in writing as soon as practicable after receipt of solicitation. Questions and offers should be submitted via e-mail to: john.l.thompson1.civ@us.navy.mil.

No paper copies will be accepted. Only digital copies sent via email will be accepted. Failure to complete all representations and certifications found within the solicitation and respond to this RFQ with associated amendments, if applicable, prior to the closing date and time established may render an offer non-responsive and result in rejection.

Company quote forms will NOT be accepted. All details regarding the vendor offer shall be documented in the RFQ. The government terms and conditions (T&C’s) listed in this solicitation are required by law through the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and the Department of Defense FAR Supplement (DFAR). It is preferred that company T&C’s not be included with your quote submittal as many company T&C’s are inconsistent with federal law and unenforceable.

Provisions and clauses in effect through the latest Federal Acquisition Circulars are included in the solicitation. To access the clauses/provisions to be completed, download the Federal Acquisition Regulations at http://acquisition.gov/far/ . Download the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS) at http://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/dars/dfarspgi/current/index.html.

The offeror must have a current registration and completed representations and certifications in the System for Award Management (SAM) at website https://sam.gov/ a federal government owned website.