Sources Sought - Ultrasonic Weapon System Cleaner.docx

NOTICE:

This is a Sources Sought notice. There is no solicitation available at this time. Requests for a solicitation will receive no response. This Sources Sought notice is published for market research purposes only. This market survey is conducted to identify potential sources capable of meeting the requirements for providing two (2) Ultrasonic Weapon System Cleaners (or equal). The product specifications are listed below for better understanding of the needs of Aviano AB, Italy and the respondent's potential ability to meet the Government's requirements.

DETAILS:

All prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database to be awarded a DoD contract. The National American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this action is 336992 – Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing. Vendor must be able to provide two (2) Ultrasonic Weapon System Cleaners (or equal) to meet the specifications below:

Minimum requirements:

Two (2x) Ultrasonic Weapon System Cleaners with the following Specifications (or equal):

a. Model: 2.5

b. Tank Size: 71in x 10in x 10in

c. Customer Max Part Size: 68in x 6in x 6in

d. Features requested: Weir + oil skimmer, filtration, heat, vibrarod transducers, dual tank models

e. Can clean 50 caliber machine guns and 7.62mm mini guns at temperatures between 170-210 degrees Fahrenheit

f. Must fit GAU-18 and GAU-21 gun

e. Four (4x0 basket / goods carrier

g. Shipping

Prospective contractors are cautioned to ensure that the proper NAICS code appears in their SAM report. All interested parties shall submit a capabilities package. Interested contractors shall submit up to a maximum 4 page capabilities document. The capabilities package shall be brief and concise, yet clearly demonstrate an ability to meet the stated requirements. The package shall include not only capability, but also a summarized plan of how the capabilities will be met. Include the following in your statement of capabilities: Company Name; Address; Point of Contact; Telephone number; E-Mail Address; CAGE Code; Web Page URL. Please submit one (1) electronic copy of your response to theobeat.cheon.1@us.af.mil and brandon.skinner.2@us.af.mil no later than 7 March 2024 at 4:30 PM CET.

CONCLUSION:

The Government will neither award a contract solely on the basis of this notice nor will it reimburse the contractor for any costs associated with preparing or submitting a response to this notice. This notice does not constitute a Request for Quotation, nor does this issuance restrict the Government's acquisition approach. The Government reserves the right to reject in whole or part any industry input as a result of this announcement. If the Government decides to award a contract for this effort, a solicitation will be issued at a later date. If you have any questions, you may contact 2d Lt Theobeat Cheon (theobeat.cheon.1@us.af.mil) and/or SSgt Brandon Skinner (brandon.skinner.2@us.af.mil).