Attachment_2_PB-X_Draft_Section_L_and_M_11-9-16.docx

ATTENTION:

This is a draft copy of RFP sections L, Instructions to Offerors & M, Evaluation Criteria, for the Patrol Boat replacement (PB-X) (N00024-17-R-2209). The Draft L&M Sections are for planning purposes only and shall not be construed as an invitation for bid, request for quotation, request for proposal, or as an obligation on the part of the Government to acquire any products or services. No entitlement to payment of direct or indirect costs or charges by the Government will arise as a result of contractor responses to this announcement. This request does not constitute a solicitation for proposals or the authority to enter into negotiations to award a contract. When and if the Government issues the final RFP, interested contractors will be expected to thoroughly address the requirements thereof regardless of the circumstances surrounding these draft sections.

Section L - Instructions, Conditions and Notices to Bidders

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE [TO BE PROVIDED WITH OFFICIAL RFP RELEASE]

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY FULL TEXT

L.1. INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

L.1.1. GENERAL INFORMATION

(a) Terms and Conditions (b)

(1) Offerors shall submit the proposal by 1400 Eastern Standard Time (EST) on [TBD] to the point of contact (POCs) listed in paragraph (2) below. The quantities of hard and electronic copies of the proposal are identified in paragraph (b) below. The electronic copies shall be submitted on CD-ROM or DVD disk(s) in Microsoft Office products for PC applications, or Adobe Acrobat .pdf files. When mailing the proposal or proposal amendments, the outside shipping container shall be marked with “RFP N00024-17-R-22XX” and mailed to the address listed in paragraph (2) below.

(2) The point of contact for this solicitation to address for any questions, concerns, or requests for clarification, is as follows:

Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Attn: Roxie Thomas, SEA 02221 AND Abigail Peregrino, SEA 02221 1333 Isaac Hull Ave, SE Washington, DC 20376 Telephone number: (202) 781-5331 E-mail: Roxie.thomas@navy.mil AND Abigail.peregrino@navy.mil

(3) It is the Offeror’s responsibility to draft a logical, practical, clear and concise proposal that contains all pertinent information in sufficient detail so that the government evaluators are able to meaningfully evaluate the Offeror’s proposed approach and cost / price without discussions. An Offeror’s proposal must clearly and convincingly demonstrate that the Offeror has a thorough understanding of the requirements and associated risks; is able, willing, and competent to devote the resources necessary to meet the requirement; and has valid and practical solutions for all requirements. The Offeror must include any data necessary to illustrate the adequacy of the various assumptions, approaches, and solutions to problems. In presenting material in this proposal, the Offeror is advised that quality of information is more important than quantity. Offerors must use quantitative terms whenever possible and avoid qualitative and subjective terms to the maximum extent practicable. Proposal volumes must be consistent internally.

(4) The Government may reject any proposal that is evaluated to be unrealistic in terms of program commitments, including contract terms and conditions, or unrealistically high or low in cost / price when compared to the government’s estimates, such that the proposal is deemed to reflect an inherent lack of competence or failure to comprehend the complexity and risks of the program.

(5) The Government may judge a proposal to be unacceptable if the proposal contains statements that do not clearly reveal the Offeror’s proposed approach; statements that the Offeror will comply with the RFP or provide a particular feature or objective without explaining how the feature or objective will be met.

(6) If the solicitation is amended, then all other terms and conditions that are not amended shall remain unchanged. Offerors shall monitor the FBO website frequently to ensure all amendments are captured in the submitting proposal before the RFP closing date and time.

(7) Any data previously submitted in response to another solicitation will be assumed to be unavailable to the Government during this proposal evaluation and source selection process. Proposal data shall not be incorporated into the proposal by referring to another proposal or other instrument.

(8) If a discrepancy exists between the original paper copy of the proposal and the electronic copy, the paper copy will take precedence.

(9) The Government reserves the right to seek clarifications as defined in FAR 15.306 after receipt of the Offeror’s responses to the RFP.

(10) Proposals are to be based on the requirements contained in the solicitation Schedule, Specification, and other attachments and exhibits.

(11) Offerors are advised that proposals shall be accepted only from those Offerors proposing as potential prime contractors. Such Offerors shall be responsible for submitting complete proposal packages containing all components of the proposal inclusive of any team member or subcontract proposal information. Pricing data, or other information which may be considered proprietary to team members or subcontractors, shall be submitted with the prime contractor’s proposal in a separate sealed envelope.

(12) Submission of e-mail, facsimile or telegraphic offers is not authorized for this solicitation.

(13) If an Offeror believes that the requirements and/or instructions in the RFP contain an error, omission, or are otherwise unsound, the offeror should timely notify the Contracting Officer in writing with supporting rationale within five (5) days after release of this RFP on http://www.fbo.gov.

(14) Prior to using an appointed agent to communicate with the Government on matters concerning this RFP or any resulting contract, the Offeror shall send written notification to the Contracting Officer outlining the time period and conditions when the appointed agent is authorized to act or communicate on the offeror's behalf. The Offeror shall identify in its response to this solicitation the name of any agent, consultant or third party it used in preparing its offer.

(15) Offerors may submit questions requesting clarification of this requirement via email. Any clarifying information issued by the Government will be provided to all prospective offerors. Proprietary data, if so noted, will be protected. All questions regarding to the RFP must be submitted by five (5) business days prior to the closing date of the RFP. Questions regarding this RFP are to be directed to all of the following and each question shall include the document name, document date, specific page, paragraph, clause or other definitive citation requiring clarification. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.

Roxie Thomas – roxie.thomas@navy.mil AND Abigail Peregrino – abigail.peregrino@navy.mil

(16) Hand Carried Offers (See Clause HQ L-2-0013)

(17) Proposal in response to this solicitation must be valid for a minimum of 180 calendar days.

(18) Offerors are cautioned that, in accordance with the “Instruction to Offerors-Competitive Acquisition” clause (FAR 52.215-1), the Government intends to award a contract on the basis of initial proposals received, without discussions. Therefore, each proposal shall contain the Offeror’s best terms from a cost and technical standpoint.

(19) General statements such as, “the Offeror understands,” “the Offeror can or will comply with the requirements,” “standard procedures will be used,” “well-known techniques will be used,” or statements which merely paraphrase this RFP in whole or in part will not constitute compliance with the requirements for proposal content. Data previously submitted, or presumed to be known (e.g., data or services previously submitted or performed for the Government) will not be considered as part of the proposals unless physically incorporated into the proposals.

L.1.1.1. Proposal Submission

(c) Content.

1. An Offeror’s proposal shall consist of two (2) separate volumes as noted in the table below. Paper copies of Volume I must contain one (1) original and one (1) copy. Paper copy for Volume II must contain one (1) original.

1. Cover pages, title pages, table of contents, cross reference tables, dividers, index tabs, etc. will not be counted as part of the page count limitation so long as they are inserted solely for the purpose of reading ease and locating sections of the proposal. Pages marked “This page intentionally left blank” will not be counted. Any supporting documentation including but not limited to drawings, analysis, and calculations will not be counted.

(b) Executive Summary

(c) Factor 1: Detail Design and Engineering Approach a.

(d) Factor 2: Total Ownership Cost

(e) Factor 3: Management and Production Approach

(f) Factor 4: Past Performance and Experience 2 Paper, 2 Electronic*

[TBD]

Attachment 9 – ELIN List 1 Paper 2 Electronic*

[TBD]

* Electronic = CD ROM

(c) Format.

(1) The written portions of the proposal shall use no smaller than industry standard word processor 10-point proportional font. If both sides of sheets of paper are used, each sheet will be counted as two pages. Volumes shall be printed on 8-1/2 x 11-inch paper. Tables or figures may be printed on fold out sheets.. Fold out pages may be used for diagrams, charts or graphic material only and may not exceed 11 inches by 17 inches. Fold out pages will be counted as two pages. Fold out pages may only include narrative sufficient to describe the diagram, chart or graphic material. Every paragraph, figure, and table shall be numbered. Font size for tables and figures shall be no smaller than 8-point. If proposal volumes/sections exceed the limitations set forth herein, excess text will be removed from the back of that volume/section and not evaluated. Use at least 1-inch margins on the top and bottom of the pages and ¾ inch side margins. Pages shall be numbered sequentially by volume.

(2) Each volume shall be submitted in standard size 3-ring binders that will facilitate the insertion of change pages and additional information provided during the source selection process.

(3) All printed pages shall contain the phrase: “SOURCE SELECTION SENSITIVE” (printed or stamped). No price information, (i.e. dollar values and/or hourly rates) shall be included in any volume other than the Price Volume (Volume II).

(4) An Offeror’s proposal shall include a transmittal letter that includes the following: solicitation number and closing date and time; Government issuing office identification; full official name and address of firm; name and phone number of the individual designated as the responsible contact for the firm; reference to the enclosures or volume numbers and quantities being provided of each; any exceptions taken to the terms of the RFP; and the date of the enclosures or volumes if different from the date of an Offeror’s proposal. An authorized official of the Offeror shall sign the transmittal letter.

(5) Each volume should contain the following (unless otherwise noted):

* Table of Contents – The table of contents must provide sufficient detail to enable easy location of important elements.

(d) Proposal Content Requirements.

In addition to a completed and signed Standard Form 33, the proposal must consist of Volumes I - II. Volume I shall contain proposal information addressing the following technical and past performance information. Volume II shall contain proposed pricing informationAll text shall be in Microsoft Word 2007 or searchable Adobe Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF). Electronic copies for Volumes 1 and 2 should be provided on separate disks.

The electronic proposals shall not contain any substantive information not included in the paper copy format. In the event of disparities between paper copies and electronic information, the paper copy governs. Disks shall be virus-free and CD-Read Only Memory (ROM) or Digital Video Disc (DVD) formatted. All electronic files must be uncompressed and compatible with Microsoft Office 2010, Microsoft Project 2010 and Adobe Acrobat X™. All spreadsheets or mathematical computations shall be working versions, including formulas and computations. Note, submission of locked spreadsheets will not be acceptable. Original documents created in Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, or equivalent shall be the actual workable documents, and not scanned Portable Document Format (PDFs). All Microsoft Excel files shall be completely readable and editable, as to ascertain the validity of the pricing or other data contained therein. All data and tables shall be in a printable format. All Adobe Acrobat files shall be word-searchable. Drawings shall be submitted in an AutoCAD 2012™ compatible format and PDF unless otherwise specified. The Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) shall be submitted in the Offeror’s native electronic file format in addition to PDF format.

Electronic proposals shall be labeled specifying the volume number, title, RFP number, classification, and Offeror’s name. Separate e-files shall be used to enable rapid retrieval of all contents, including exhibits, appendices, and attachments, if any. Each volume shall be separated into directories within the CD-ROM that duplicate the volumes and partitions used in the paper copy of the proposals.

(e) Proposal Content Checklist The below checklist has been provided to identify the information required for a successful proposal submission. Offerors should use this table as a guide prior to submitting to ensure the proposed information is complete and ready for evaluation. Any information missing from the list below may result in a non-compliant submission which will not be evaluated.

Section 1(a): None

Section 1(b): 10

Section 1(c): varies

Section 1(c): varies

Section 1(c): varies

Section 1(c): varies

Section 1(c): varies

Section 1(c): varies

Section 1(c): varies

Section 1(c): varies

Section 1(d): None

Section 1(d): None

Section 1(e): 15

Section 1(e): 15

Section 1(e): 15

None

None

None

None

L.1.1.2. Offeror’s Questions

The Offeror may submit written questions requesting clarification of RFP requirements. The Offeror shall submit questions related to this RFP electronically as follows:

TO: roxie.thomas@navy.mil and abigail.peregrino@navy.mil SUBJECT LINE: Question (insert name of Offeror) RFP N00024-17-R-2208 (PB-X)

Attachment L-1, Question Submittal Form, must be used to ask questions and submitted in Microsoft Word format. Information provided with each question shall include the document name, document date, specific page, paragraph, clause or other definitive citation requiring clarification.

Only written questions will receive a response. The Government requires up to 5 calendar days to respond to Offeror’s questions. The deadline for receipt of technical questions is [TBD] and the deadline for receipt of non-technical questions is [TBD]. Any questions received after this may not be answered prior to receipt of proposals. Answers to all non-proprietary questions will be provided to each Offeror. If an Offerer deems its question to be proprietary in nature (contains sensitive information proprietary to the company), the subject line of the email question should contain the following: Offeror Name PROPRIETARY. If, during its review of the submitted proprietary Offeror’s Question, the Government determines, at its sole discretion, that the question does not contain proprietary information, the Offeror will be notified of the Government’s determination and the answer to the question will be distributed to all Offerors.

L.1.2. SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS

L.1.2.1. Volume I – Technical Proposal

The Technical Volume of the proposal will present the Offeror’s understanding of the scope of the acquisition and overall approach to performing the work required. Consequently, it must outline the specific effort the Offeror intends to perform in sufficient detail to clearly demonstrate the Offeror’s approach to meeting all the requirements of this RFP. The Technical Volume shall be organized in the following format, with attachments, if any, incorporated in the relevant sections:

L.1.2.1.1. Outline

The Offeror shall provide the following in their technical proposal to be eligible for award:

(a) Cover Letter, Title Page, Table of Contents, Glossary

(b) Executive Summary

(c) Factor 1: Detail Design and Engineering Approach

(d) Factor 2: Total Ownership Cost

(e) Factor 3: Management and Production Approach

(f) Factor 4: Past Performance and Experience

Price information shall be completely omitted from the Technical Proposal Volume.

L.1.2.1.2. Executive Summary

The Offeror shall include an Executive Summary of no more than 10 pages that provides a brief overview of the technical proposal being submitted. This summary will be used to provide the evaluator with a basic understanding of the Offeror’s technical proposal prior to evaluating each technical factor. The Executive Summary shall include the following:

(a) Detail Design and Engineering Key Elements

(b) Management and Production Approach Highlights

(c) Total Ownership Cost Considerations

L.1.2.1.3. Factor 1 – Detail Design and Engineering Approach

L.1.2.1.3.1. Detail Design and Engineering Overview

The Offeror shall describe their design and engineering approach for boat design and construction, that meets the requirements of this RFP by providing descriptive narratives to define the processes and resources that will be used to complete the detail design and construction efforts. The page limit for this section is 15 pages. The Offeror shall describe:

(a) The design initiation point and an assessment of current design maturity.

(b) All planned major design and engineering efforts.

(c) The flows of communication and design and/or engineering products between organizational entities.

(d) The design and engineering capabilities and manpower required to support the requirements of this RFP and an explanation of whether the effort will be performed in-house, by subcontract, or a combination of both. A discussion of the how the design and engineering work for PB-X integrates with any other yard-wide engineering work planned to be performed concurrently by the Offeror, time phased for design and construction of PB-X. If design or engineering work is to be accomplished by subcontract(s), name the subcontractor(s), identify the subcontractor(s)’s current and projected workload(s) throughout the period of performance, describe the type of work to be performed by the subcontractor(s), describe the subcontractor’s proposed schedule and how it supports the Offeror’s need date, and describe the process of integrating the subcontractor’s efforts into the overall design.

(e) The design tools which will be used to develop detail design products.

(f) The Long Lead Time Items, and any Critical Path Engineering or Related Efforts for PB -X consistent with the Offeror's proposed Integrated Master Schedule and build strategy.

(g) The Offeror shall identify any technical risk areas associated with the development of the detail design and provide mitigation strategies for the risks identified.

(h) The Offeror shall describe their proposed preliminary boat design that meets the requirements of this RFP.

L.1.2.1.3.2. Boat Characteristics Matrix (** to be invoked with contract award)

The Offeror shall complete Attachment L-X, Boat Characteristics Matrix that reflects the proposed boat design.

The Boat Characteristics Matrix of the successful Offeror shall be binding in the resulting contract as Attachment J-6a. Post award changes to the Matrix proposed by the Contractor will require Government approval.

L.1.2.1.3.3. Critical Equipment List (** to be invoked with contract award)

The Offeror shall prepare a Critical Equipment List that provides vendor descriptive data for items listed below:

(a) Main Propulsion Engine(s)

(b) Reverse/Reduction Gear(s)

(c) Waterjet(s)

(d) Propulsion shaft seal (if provided)

(e) Shock Mitigating Seating

(f) Ballistic Protection Materials (opaque and transparent)

(g) Trailer

For each item on the list, the following information shall be provided:

(a) Quantity to be used in proposed design,

(b) nomenclature,

(c) Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM's) name,

(d) OEM's part and model number,

(e) place of manufacture,

(f) capacity/rating,

(g) Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) and Mean Time To Repair (MTTR) (if available),

(h) population in-service, ##

(i) quantities sold: in last year and last five years##

(j) worldwide parts and service availability (# number of authorized dealers/service representatives, parts inventory on hand at those representatives for this make/model, number of service actions annually performed at representatives for proposed make/model## (Interested in CONUS and the following major OCONUS sites (Gulf States and Asia Pacific).

(k) date and description of last major configuration upgrade was made and when the next product upgrade is planned.

(l) production lead-time,

(m) unique tools or support and test equipment necessary to inspect, test, calibrate, service, repair, or overhaul the end item,

(n) the supplying vendor name, address, and telephone number,

(o) Other pertinent information. ^^

##If data/information is provided on a similar model that is not identical to the one being proposed, please describe the differences and similarities between the proposed model and the similar model data and how the response data pertains.

^^The Navy relies on existing, worldwide commercial support infrastructure for major equipment support outside of organic capability. Since the PB-X program is phased over 15 years, in small increments (4-8 boats per year) we are interested in knowing how major equipment selection will/can be supported by existing parts/service networks. This is especially pertinent since our initial low popoulation density will not be sufficient to drive either the Navy supply system or a vendor system for ‘unique’ support.

The Critical Equipment List of the successful Offeror shall be binding in the resulting contract as Attachment J-6b. Post award changes to this listing proposed by the Contractor will require Government approval.There is no page limit for this section.

L.1.2.1.3.4. Preliminary Arrangement Drawings

The Offeror shall provide:

(a) General Arrangement Drawings (inboard and outboard plan and profiles, and overall dimensions of the boat) that depict the configuration of the proposed boat and illustrate incorporation of all the major features and equipment required by the Specification. Drawings shall be drawn to scale and features/equipment shall be clearly depicted, to include the major items described in the Arrangement Drawing Data Requirements List(DRL) DI-020-03. Boat dimensions shall include hull length (bow to transom), length overall, beam overall, forward and aft freeboard (deck edge to waterline), draft (waterline to lowest extremity), height of fixed structure (above waterline), navigable height (with folding/hinged equipment erect), Cabin interior dimensions. The General Arrangements Drawing of the successful Offeror shall be binding in the resulting contract as Attachment J-6c. Post award changes to this drawing proposed by the Contractor will require Government approval.

(b) Dimensioned Transport Drawing as described in DRL DI-020-07 (internal air and over the road), to prove compliance with the road and air transport requirements of the Specification to include:

(1) Road: Rigged for Over The Road to prove road transport compliance. Dimensions provided to include (as a minimum): trailered height, trailered width, overall length on trailer.

(2) Air: Rigged for C-17 Internal Air Transport (IAT) to prove compliance for loading. Dimensions provided to include (as a minimum): trailered height (at fwd and aft extremes and highest point extremes) , trailered width, overall length on trailer, rear overhang distance and height (ground clearance) from aftmost axle. Indicate boat and trailer tiedown locations used for IAT.

L.1.2.1.3.5. Supporting Technical Data The following preliminary analysis and technical data is being requested to provide confidence level that critical elements of the preliminary design are feasible with the characteristics and features from the Offeror’s proposal. Any additional information the Offeror deems benficial to achieve this intent may be submitted in the respective section subject to applicable page limits, if established.

L.1.2.1.3.5.1. Weight & Stability

The Offeror shall provide:

(a) Weight Control Plan - A preliminary Weight Control Plan that outlines the strategy to meet the contractual weight control responsibilities. The page limit for the weight control plan is 10 pages The plan shall include, but not be limited to the following:

(1) Design risk that will receive weight control emphasis,

(2) Margin Management Methodology,

(3) Reporting schedule and frequency for weight product updates,

(4) Verification plans for structural weight factors and allowances,

(5) Weight control coordinator role as it relates to the design/management team relative to the overall design effort anticipated and the extent of integration subcontractors and vendors in the weight management process.

(6) Construction monitoring techniques that impact weight reporting.

(b) A Preliminary Allocated Baseline Weight Estimate (PAWBE) in accordance with the SOW in order to establish reasonableness of the prelimnary design. The PAWBE shall:

(1) Provide the estimate basis of each major element used in the PABWE,

(2) Provide justification for the Design and Construction margin selection.

(3) Include a detailed listing and summation of the material and equipment/items, their units, quantities, weights and center of gravities (longitudinal, transverse and vertical from a defined origin) that comprise the Lightship condition of the proposed boat. Alternatively, the data from a scale weighing, inclining or dead weight survey of a similar craft and a detailed list of the specific variances/changes (including units, weights, and CG’s) required to meet this solicitation from the weighed craft);

(4) Provide a detailed listing and summation of the load items, their units, quantities, weights and center of gravities (longitudinal, transverse and vertical from a defined origin) that comprise the various loads on the craft;

(5) Define the Load Conditions: a detailed listing and summation of weights and center of gravities which is comprised of the sum of Lightship and the various Loads as defined in the Specification;

(6) Margins: clear identification/notation of any assumed or applied margins (design, build, service life, other) to the Lightship, Loads and Vessel Conditions summations.

(c) A preliminary Intact and Damage Stability analysis at the Full Load condition less 25% fuel including the limits on displacement, KG, trim, and the associated calculations to support their derivation to prove compliance with the stability requirements of the Specification. The Offeror shall provide the input files (geometry and run files, as applicable) used for the stability analyses in digital format, and shall also identify the software program used to conduct the stability analyses.

L.1.2.1.3.5.2. Propulsion Systems Design

The Offeror shall describe the propulsion system for the boat including arrangements, design, and equipment selection. If not already provided in the CEL data (see above), the propulsion system characteristics shall be provided including the following: duty rating in light of expected mission profiles and annual usage, projected Mean Time Between Overhauls, emissions characteristics, reduction gear ratio (if applicable), design conditions, propulsion control system, waterjet impeller,parasitic loads and power take off usage design, hydraulic support systems.

The Offeror shall describe any significant features of the propulsion support systems such as combustion air, machinery space ventilation, fuel service, exhaust, and seawater cooling, as applicable. Any application-specific features shall be identified, such as provisions for reducing maintenance burden, lubricity enhancement, low-temperature or high temperature design features, etc.

The Offeror shall provide:

(a) Machinery arrangement drawings, to scale, that include machinery spaces, propulsion shafting and combustion air intake/uptake and exhaust systems drawings.

(b) Machinery space arrangements shall include plan, elevation and section views as necessary to show location and space requirements for major items of machinery in main (and auxiliary, if applicable) machinery spaces. Any special requirements, such as access for maintenance, clearances for equipment operation or removal/ replacement; and cableway and duct restrictions shall also be noted.

(c) Hydraulic system system description and diagram (if not integrated into OEM waterjet).

L.1.2.1.3.5.3. Structural Design

The Offeror shall provide:

(a) Discussion of the selected structural standard to be employed for design and the rationale for that selection.

(b) Preliminary analyisis of the primary hull and deck scantlings. Analysis should clearly identify all assumptions, design loads, design limits and category selections.

(c) Dimensioned drawings depicting the structural arrangement of the hull, decks, and cabin including structural arrangements, materials, and preliminary scantlings.

The intent is to ensure structural adequacy can be achieved with the selected material/arrangement/scantlings at the preliminary allocated weight estimate in the Full Load condition in keeping with the proposed performance of the craft.

L.1.2.1.3.5.4. Ballistic Protection Design

The Offeror shall provide the following information to prove compliance with the ballistic protection requirements of the Specification:

(a) A description of the material supplier(s) and integrator (if any) for the type(s) of proposed ballistic protection materials,

(b) Proposed design process,

(c) A description of the general installation methodology,

(d) Information on the protection level / ballistic testing, areal density, installed coverage area, weight budget and design and installation allowances for the proposed material,

(e) A Preliminary sketch of coverage areas.

L.1.2.1.3.5.5. Range and Powering

The Offeror shall provide:

(a) A calm water powering analysis at the conditions in the Specification to prove compliance in achieving the cruise and sprint speed requirements of the Specification.

(b) Completed Range and Endurance worksheet (Attachment L-x) to prove compliance with the range and mission profile endurance requirements of the Specification.

in order to demonstrate the selected propulsion system will power the boat at the predicted weight and meet the basic performance requirements.

L.1.2.1.3.5.6. Shock Mitigating Seat Selection

The Offeror shall provide:

(a) An OEM specification sheet for the type(s) of proposed shock mitigating seating.

(b) Test results demonstrating mitigation performance of the seating to the requirements of the Specification shall be provided.

(c) The rationale used for the proposed seat selection.

L.1.2.1.3.5.7. Auxiliary Systems – HVAC

The Offeror shall provide the following information to indicate compliance with the HVAC requirements of the Specification:

(a) The Offeror shall provide an explanation of the design approach to meet the conditioned temperature in the specified ambient temperatures considering system performance at craft/engine speeds aligned with craft operational profile (i.e. HVAC capacity during extended idle/low speed operations);

(b) Anticipated notional capacity (Btu/hr) and Insulation characteristics (R value);

(c) Specification sheets shall be provided for major system components (compressor, condensor, PTO, air handler, seawater pump).

L.1.2.1.5. Factor 2 – Total Ownership Cost

The Offeror shall describe cost trade-offs made during development of the proposed preliminary boat design that minimize total ownership cost.

The Offeror shall provide information on, but is not limited to, the following areas:

(a) Fuel Costs - The Offeror shall complete the “Fuel Consumption” tab of the Engine TOC workbook in Attachment L-x.

(b) Maintenance Costs - The Offeror shall complete the “Engine Maintenance” tab of the Engine TOC workbook in Attachment L-x.

(c) Maintainability - The Offeror shall identify features and characteristics, and aspects, or tradeoffs made to simplify and reduce the cost of maintenance while maintaining high-level boat system mission reliability throughout the life cycle of the boat. The Offeror shall identify system design and component selections that help achieve lower total ownership costs (e.g. a given component may have a higher unit cost (x2) but offer an extended service life (x5) before overhaul/repair than a comparable commercial product).

(d) Rights in Technical Data: To support Government evaluation of the Offeror’s ability to provide the minimum required level of Technical Data Rights as specified in the SOW, Offeror shall provide the following in Vol. I Section 1(d):

(1) For all non-commercial technical data and computer software to be delivered under the contract, the Offeror shall complete and submit Attachment L-X (fill in “None” if it is not applicable).

(2) For all commercial technical data and computer software to be delivered under the contract, the Offeror shall complete and submit Attachment L-X (fill in “None” if it is not applicable).

The Technical Data Rights assertions of the successful Offeror shall be binding in the resulting contract as Attachments J-6d and J-6e. If any Commercial Technical data will be offered with less than GPR, a table the in the format of Attachment L-X (for Non Comm data) shall be provided with an added column indicating if GPR will be offered under CLIN XX for the declared commercial technical data

Note: The intent of the Technical Data Rights assertions is to determine the degree to which the proposal provides the desired level of technical data rights (commercial and noncommercial) and rights in computer software that will enable the Navy to:

1) adequately sustain the PB-X over their life cycle to include maintainability and repairability; and

2) permit the competitive solicitation of a follow on contract using the design and production data delivered in the course of this contract.

If the Offeror is awarded any resulting contract, the proposed Data Rights specified above will be incorporated into Section J of the contract.

(e) Warranty. To support Government evaluation of the Offeror’s ability to provide the minimum acceptable warranties specified in the SOW for the proposed boats, Offeror shall provide a description of the proposed warranty terms and conditions.

L.1.2.1.4. Factor 3 – Management and Production Approach

L.1.2.1.4.1. Management Approach

The Offeror shall describe their management approach for the entire period of performance by providing descriptive narratives to explain the processes and resources that will be implemented and administered to manage the efforts required by this RFP. The page limit for this section is 15 pages, not counting resumes. The Offeror shall describe:

(a) The corporate entity that will have overall management responsibility, the overall corporate and program organizational structures, and key personnel. Key personnel are defined as those skilled, experienced, professional and/or technical personnel that are essential for the successful accomplishment of the requirements of this RFP. Offerors shall describe the authority the program manager will be given in relation to other functional managers.

(b) Resumes for no more than ten (10) key personnel (either prime Offeror or proposed major subcontractors) who will be assigned to the PB-X program. A major subcontractor is defined as any company or individual with a subcontract valued at $200,000 or more. At a minimum, the following personnel shall be considered as key personnel: Program Manager, Engineering/Technical Director, Data Manager, Production Manager, Quality Manager and OEM representatives from the engine, waterjet and ballistics manufacurers. Resumes for key personnel shall include the following information:

(1) The Individual’s Name, Title, Position, Labor Category and Time in Present Position

(2) Total Years of Experience with current company and marine industry

(3) If applicable, current Security Clearance and Highest Clearance Held

(4) Percent of Time Assigned

(5) Experience/Work History (including prior assignments)

(6) Professional Memberships and Affiliations

(7) Patents and Publications

(8) Awards Received

(9) Highest Educational Degree Obtained

Offerors shall include the following statement for key personnel:

“We attest to the accuracy of the information contained herein and that an agreement has been reached regarding salary, position and work commitment to this project:” signed and dated by both the employee and a company official.

Any change in identified Key Personnel shall be in accordance with the Section H clause entitled “SUBSTITUTION OF PERSONNEL.”

(c) All major subcontractor(s) proposed to be used for any aspect of this RFP, type of work to be performed by the subcontractor(s), description of prior experience that demonstrates the subcontractor’s capabilities, and how the subcontractors’ efforts will be managed and integrated with the Offeror’s efforts.

(d) The processes and resources that will be used to control cost and schedule in accomplishing the requirements of this RFP and any applicable experience on past or existing programs that demonstrates successes and challenges encountered using the same or similar processes and resources to control cost and schedule.

(e) The metrics that will be used by management to monitor cost, schedule, and technical performance through all stages of the period of performance.

(f) Processes for how Government Furnished Equipment, including any ITAR controlled equipment, will be received, handled, stored, installed and protected while in the Offeror’s custody.

L.1.2.1.4.2. Integrated Master Schedule

The Offeror shall submit an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) in accordance with the Statement of Work for Design and production of the PB-X that fits within the timeline set forth in the Navy’s Integrated Master Plan. The Offeror shall ensure that any references to the proposed schedule or construction sequence cited anywhere throughout the proposal shall be consistent with the proposed IMS submitted.

The proposed IMS for design and production of PB-X shall include the Key Events shown in the SOW The Offeror shall identify any assumptions used in the development of the proposed IMS including Government Furnished Equipment/Government Furnished Information (GFE/GFI) in-yard need dates and Contractor furnished equipment, support facilities and services required to meet the identified milestones. ** Note – current GFE delivery is planned to synchronize with assumed start of LRIP hull fabrication. If earlier delivery dates for LRIP boats is desired by the Offeror, rationale must be included in the proposed IMS.

L.1.2.1.4.3. Production Approach

The Offeror shall provide their production approach by describing the processes and resources that will be used to construct PB-X. The page limit for this section is 15 pages, not counting facility layout graphic(s). Offerors shall describe:

(a) Facilities

(1) The facilities, and provide a graphical depiction of the layout planned for use in the construction of PB-X, including test facilities, test ranges, fabrication facilities, workshops, craft/material storage facilities, offices, water access ramps/points, and other waterfront facilities.

(2) Facility capacities, current and future and availability to support the requirements of this procurement with consideration of all other planned concurrent work. The description shall include mitigation strategies for any potential capacity shortfalls identified.

(3) Any facility improvements or upgrades in process, or planned, to accommodate or enhance production performance for this contract or any other planned work at the Offeror’s facilities.

(4) Any facility and/or environmental limitations that would affect performance of the requirements of this RFP, such as weight handling constraints, utility constraints, predominant weather conditions, water depths (high/low tides) and any physical limitations between construction facilities, water access ramps/points, docking location and trial areas (e.g. all navigating restrictions including but not limited to channel depths, bridge heights, ice restriction, etc.), and a description of mitigation plans.

(b) Construction Approach

(1) The method of construction for PB-X, or the overall production approach, that explains work sequencing of construction, outfitting and test activities, work stations, and material flow from arrival of material at the Offeror’s facility through completion of sea trials.

(c) Manpower

(1) The production manpower (fabrication, outfitting, test, QA, supervision, and all trades) planned for use in the construction of PB-X integrated with any other production work planned to be performed concurrently by the Offeror. Current manning levels by trade/skill and experience.

(2) Any known production manpower, experience, or skill shortfalls and how these deficiencies will be addressed and how additional production labor with required skill mix and experience will be obtained, if necessary to ensure availability of appropriate workforce to perform the requirements of this RFP.

(d) Quality Assurance

(1) QA resources, processes, and checkpoints used during production and testing of PB-X to ensure first time quality during construction and root-cause traceabilityand how the proposed QA system will be used to ensure that defects are identified, documented and corrected.

L.1.2.1.6. Factor 4 – Past Performance and Experience (PP&E):

Offerors shall provide three (3) past performance references on same or similar work as required by this RFP, completed within the past five (5) years. Offerors shall use Attachment L-X to list these references and explain the relevance of each contract to the current requirement. Offerors shall verify that the references provided are current, available, and will be responsive to Government inquiries. If the offeror will not be the Builder for the proposed boat (more than 50% of the boat will be built by a subcontractor or more than 50% of the boat will be built at a subcontractor’s facility), the offeror shall include one (1) past performance reference for the Subcontractor and shall state the Subcontractor’s name, project manager’s name, street address, phone number, and e-mail address on a separate attachment to be included with the offeror’s proposal. The Subcontractor’s past performance reference will be included in the maximum number of three (3) past performance references. Offerors are responsible to submit the Past Performance Form as part of the technical proposal. The Government will utilize Past Performance Reference Forms received and other resources to gather Past Performance and Experience information on the Offerors.

For those references that are not entered into the Contract Performance Assessment Report System (CPARS) or the Past Performance Information Retrieval System – Statistical Reporting (PPIRS-SR), provide a copy(ies) of the Attachment L-X Past Performance Questionnaire(s) to each reference the Offeror elects to use to demonstrate acceptability and quality of the work performed. If several contracts are with the same Government activity or company, references from at least two (2) different contracts from the same Government activity or company may be used. The Government reserves the right to contact any person or entity regarding the Offeror’s past performance, whether or not listed in the proposal as a reference or point of contact, and whether or not a questionnaire was received from that person or entity.

It is the Offeror’s responsibility to ensure that these questionnaires, for both prime contractor and subcontractors, when completed, are in the Contracing Officer’s possession on or before the required proposal due date. These questionnaires shall either be e-mailed or mailed. Scanning and e-mailing completed questionnaires is the preferred method of delivery. Delivery in any of the aforementioned forms shall be done to the following persons:

E-MAIL: Roxie.thomas@navy.mil and Abigail.peregrino@navy.ml Required subject line in the e-mail transmitting the completed questionnaire:

PB-X PAST PERFORMANCE QUESTIONNAIRE

STANDARD MAIL OR OVERNIGHT DELIVERY

COMMANDER NAVAL SEA SYSTEMS COMMAND

ATTN: Roxie Thomas, 5W1138

1333 ISAAC HULL AVENUE SE STOP 2020

WASHINGTON NAVY YARD DC 20375-2020

These questionnaires when filled out by the selected references must be sent by the reference directly to the Contracting Officer. The questionnaires shall not be sent via the Offeror to any other party besides the referenes him/herself.

Attachment L-X shall identify which of the listed contacts for whom the Offeror performed work was sent a questionnaire. This will let the Contracting Officer know whether she has received questionnaires from all of the Offeror’s references.

Offerors may inquire as to the status of receipt of these questionnaires using the e-mail address shown above. It is the Offeror’s responsibility to ensure that these questionnaires when completed are in the Contracting Officer’s possession on or before the required proposal due date. Any questionnaire received after the proposal due date will be late and might not be considered in the Offeror’s past performance evaluation. The Government, at its discretion will determine whether or not refences received after the proposal due date will be considered.

L.1.2.2. Volume II – Price Proposal (Factor 5 – Price)

52.216-1 TYPE OF CONTRACT (APR 1984)

The Government contemplates award of a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract resulting from this solicitation.

(End of provision)

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