SSS_CFT_10,000,_50,000,_&_210,000_U.S._Gallons.pdf

Sources Sought Synopsis COLLAPSIBLE FUEL TANKS (CFTs) 10,000, 50,000, & 210,000 U.S. GALLONS

Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex Robins AFB GA

CAUTION:

This Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) is being conducted to identify potential sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements for the qualification and production of the 10K, 50K, and 210K Collapsible Fuel Tank (CFT) for use by the U.S. Air Force. 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 a brief description of the CFT requirements 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.)

a. Identify any areas of work that your organization believes should be broken out exclusively for Small Business.

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

As part of this Market Research, the draft performance specification MIL-PRF-32233B used in the procurement of the 10K, 50K, and 210K is attached. The acquisition strategy is a ten year requirement (2 year basic (with asset delivery options) plus 8 option years;

fiscal years (FY) 2020-2030). Projected total of Best Estimated Quantities (BEQs) for this acquisition are 181 10K, 676 50K, and 451 210K CFTs. Best Estimated Quantities (BEQs) annually for this acquisition for (FY) 20-30 may range up to 20% of total contract BEQs.

CFT Description:

The 10K/50K/210K Collapsible Fuel Tanks (fuel bladders) are used as fuel storage containers for diesel and jet fuels when temporary facilities that can be quickly emplaced are needed. CFTs allow for the rapid deployment of large fuel quantities to support Air Force mission requirements, and provide critical short-term bulk petroleum storage for military operations. These CFTs are designed to support all applicable Fuels Support Equipment (FSE).

CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY

COLLAPSIBLE FUEL TANKS (CFTs) 10,000, 50,000, & 210,000 U.S. GALLONS

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:

• Size of business pursuant to North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: 313320

• Based on the above NAICS Code, state whether your company is:

• Small Business (Yes / No)

• Woman Owned Small Business (Yes / No)

• Small Disadvantaged Business (Yes / No)

• 8(a) Certified (Yes / No)

• HUBZone Certified (Yes / No)

• Veteran Owned Small Business (Yes / No)

• Service Disabled Small Business (Yes / No)

• System For Award Management (Yes / No)

• How long has your company been in business?

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

Written responses should be in the form of electronic mail and must be received no later than close of business Wednesday, 02 December 2019.

Written responses and any questions relative to this market research should be emailed to Amy Holder at amy.holder@us.af.mil and Philip Holt at philip.holt@us.af.mil.

mailto:amy.holder@us.af.mil mailto:philip.holt@us.af.mil

Part II. Capability Survey Questions

Please review the Description, Performance Specification (MIL-PRF-32233B), and provide responses to the following questions:

1. Please give a brief explanation of your company’s capabilities. (ie, engineering capabilities, manufacturing capabilities, size of available facilities, etc.)

2. Is your company presently involved in, or has it ever been involved in the manufacturing of bulk fuel bladders or CFTs that are identical to, or similar in form, fit, and function to, the CFT/fuel bladder MIL-PRF-32233B and change page attached to this questionnaire?

3. Is it typical practice for your company to manufacture a “pre-production” unit for the purpose of conducting tests before full production begins? If you answered affirmatively, provide a list of what type of tests listed in the attached MIL-PRF- 32233B you have conducted in the past? Be advised that the Air Force will replace the microbial inhibition requirement of 32233B Table II with fungus testing per MIL- STD-810H Method 508.8.

4. Is your company’s manufacturing and testing facilities capable of handing the

210,000 gallon testing requirements for 30 day storage and 110% over load with JP-8 fuel? Can your company provide before and after test reports confirming the CFT did not adversely affect fuel quality?

5. During the pre-production phase what type of progress tracking, integrated master schedule program or similar tool would your company use to monitor and stay on schedule?

6. Describe the facilities, equipment, and capabilities you possess or utilize to manufacture, produce, and test both large and small scale CFTs (i.e. 10Ks - 210Ks)?

7. After pre-production sell off, how many calendar days are required to begin delivery of the production units after receipt of an order? What is your maximum quantity output per 30 day period?

8. Does your company recognize price breaks on quantity ranges? If so, what are the usual practices?

9. What type of inspection and quality assurance processes does your company utilize to ensure that each CFT is manufactured according to customer specifications as well as local, state, and federal regulations? Please be specific.

10. What is the level or extent of coverage in your company’s standard commercial warranty?

11. Is your company willing/capable to support and price a long-term 10 year contract for CFTs that is Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)?

12. Would your company be willing to manufacture and deliver CFTs for the Air Force under a multiple award contract with several qualified vendors?

13. The Air Force is considering adding an Arctic use requirement to the MIL-PRF and acquisition. Does your company have the ability to meet the requirement below?

Are there any concerns among the industry and your company with adding this requirement?

a) Tank assembly shall be suitable for service (operation) in ambient temperatures ranging from –50 to 140°F with continuous exposure to direct sunlight, rain, hail, sleet, snow, wind, blowing sand, and any combination thereof.

14. Reference MIL-PRF-32233B dated 04 May 2015 and its corresponding change page.

a) Does your company consider that the information in the document is clear and concise regarding the performance characteristics that the Government expects the contractor to provide? If not, please identify the information that is needed or that requires additional detail and/or clarification.

b) Did your company identify any areas in the specification that presented unacceptable risks? If so, please provide detailed information.

c) Would any technical/engineering data be required to execute the requirements in the specification other than what is provided in this SSS? If so, please specify.