Sources_Sought_Synopsis_ChemPntRmvr.docx

SOURCES SOUGHT SYNOPSIS

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AMXG Chemical Paint Remover Benzyl Alcohol/Hydrogen Peroxide Activated Chemical Paint Remover

This market survey is being conducted to identify potential sources that may be able to provide products that meet the requirements for qualification of the AMXG Chemical Paint Remover for use by United States Air Force (USAF) personnel. Contractors/Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards. The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Below is the item description of the AMXG Chemical Paint Remover requirement and a Contractor Capability Survey, which allows you to provide your company’s capability.

2. If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in the market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company’s capability in meeting these requirements. Failure to provide documentation may result in the government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities. If you lack sufficient experience in a particular area, please provide details explaining how you would overcome the lack of experience/capabilities in order to perform that portion of the requirement (i.e., teaming, subcontracting, etc.)

3. Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research. Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged.

4. Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed to Carrie Brown via email at carrie.brown.8@us.af.mil.

5. Submit final information to Carrie Brown (carrie.brown.8@us.af.mil) and copy Roger Farris (roger.farris.1@us.af.mil) no later than 2:00 PM CST on 29 December 2016.

AMXG Chemical Paint Remover Benzyl Alcohol/Hydrogen Peroxide Activated Chemical Paint Remover

PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION

The Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the production expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet qualification requirements for the AMXG Chemical Paint Remover for use by United States Air Force (USAF) personnel.

The AMXG Chemical Paint Remover is a Benzyl Alcohol/Hydrogen Peroxide activated paint remover. The product must remove topcoats and primers on exterior surfaces of B-52, E-3A, & KC-135 aircraft. Additionally, products must arrive on location with a minimum of 80% of the factory shelf life. To meet on-site storage, HAZMAT, and usage requirements, shipments will be of 55 gallon drums (50 gallons of usable product per drum) of chemical paint remover.

The historical need has been documented at approximately 57,000 gallons of chemical paint remover annually, delivered in periodic, multiple shipments. The Government contemplates issuing a single-award indefinite delivery-indefinite quantity contract effort with a minimum annual order of 80 drums and a maximum annual order of 2000 drums. The estimated annual order (with workload fluctuation allowances) is 1275 drums. Technically Acceptable products must be pre-qualifed and listed on the Tinker Qualified Product List.

For more information on qualification requirements, please contact the OC-ALC Corrosion Prevention and Control Program Manager, Ms. Donna Stacy, 76 MXSG/MXDEU (donna.stacy@us.af.mil, 4058524812).

CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY

Part I. Business Information Please provide the following business information for your company/institution and for any teaming or joint venture partners:

· Company/Institute Name:

· Address:

· Point of Contact:

· CAGE Code:

· Phone Number:

· E-mail Address:

· Web Page URL:

· Based on the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code 325510 (size standard of 1,000 employees), state whether your company is:

· A statement as to whether your company is domestically or foreign owned (if foreign, please indicate the country of ownership).

Part II. Capability Survey Questions

A. General Capability Questions:

1. Describe briefly the capabilities of your facility and the nature of the goods and/or services you provide. Include a description of your staff composition and management structure.

2. Describe your company's past experience on no more than 3 previous projects similar in complexity to this requirement. Include contract numbers, a brief description of the work performed, period of performance, agency/organization supported, and individual point of contact (Contracting Officer or Program Manager).

3. What quality assurance processes and test qualification practices does your company employ? Please provide a description of your quality program (ISO 9001, AS9100, etc.)

4. What is your company’s current maximum production capacity per month? Provide information on any facility reserves you may possess to increase production capacity in the event of an immediate need do to critical operational mission requirements.

B. Commerciality Questions:

1. Are there established catalog or market prices for our requirement? If you offer this product and/or service to both U.S. Government and commercial sources, is the same workforce used for both the U.S. Government and general public? Is our requirement offered to both under similar terms and conditions? Briefly describe any differences.

2. Describe your standard warranty and return process for goods and services furnished to the government for items similar in nature to this requirement.

C. Customer Service and Support Questions

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in any required test, evaluation, and qualification processes/procedures with regard to the required items.

2. Describe how you/your organization will identify and resolve environmental, hazardous materials, or occupational health and safety concern or problems?

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