N6247019Q8018_RFI8018.docx

IMPORTANT NOTICE: THIS MARKET RESEARCH/REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) IS INFORMATIONAL AND FOR PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) AND NO SOLICITATION SHALL BE ISSUED AT THIS TIME. THE GOVERNMENT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CANCEL THIS RFI AT ANY TIME. THE GOVERNMENT IS NOT REPSONSIBILE FOR ANY COSTS INCURRED IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROCESS. ALL INFORMATION SUBMITTED IS AT THE VENDOR’S EXPENSE.

The intent of this sources sought synopsis is to identify qualified sources for a firm-fixed contract. The purpose of the contract is to provide a 5-day training course entitled, Training for Commercial air and Hydronic Balancing, On-site at three locations (Norfolk, VA; San Diego, CA; and Pearl Harbor, HI. Option to provide training at three other sites, (Jacksonville, FL; Washington, DC; and Washington DC). The training also provides hands on training. The training must be compliant with the UFGS 23 05 93 specification “Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC” testing and balancing of air and hydronic systems including the processes and procedures with hands on training. The training must also provide Duct Air Leakage Test processes and procedures with hands on training. The training shall follow the reference (a) UFGS Section 23 05 93 so that the students will know and understand the procedures used on a construction site. The UFGS is found at the Whole Building Design Guide web site at http://www.wbdg.org/FFC/DOD/UFGS/UFGS%2023%2005%2093.pdf The training shall include all the safety processes and instructions used in testing and balancing and DALT. The training shall also include discussions on the AABC and NEBB and SMACNA standards and requirements, including forms and reports.

A full statement of work is attached.

Upon review of the industry response to this Sources Sought Synopsis, the Government will determine the best acquisition strategy, including whether a small business set aside is in the Government’s best interest. A response to this sources sought synopsis will not be considered an adequate response to any forth coming solicitation announcement. However, information gathered through this Market Research/RFI may significantly influence request for quote/request for proposal development. A response to this sources sought synopsis will not result in your firm’s name being added to a plan holder’s list to receive a copy of a solicitation. The NAICS code for this acquisition is 611430, All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services, with a size standard of $11.0 million.

There is no solicitation available at this time.

Submission Requirements: Interested firms must submit a brief capabilities statement package (no more than ten (10) pages in length, single-spaced, using 12-point Times New Roman font with one inch margins on standard 8 ½ by 11-inch paper demonstrating ability to perform the requested services.)

This documentation shall address the following:

(1) Firm capabilities to fulfill the requirement as specified

(2) Firm basic information including:

a. DUNS number

b. Cage Code

c. If a small business concern under the applicable NAICS, please also provide information of which, if any, of the subcategories of small business (certified by SBA as HUBZone SB, self-certify as a SDB, WOSB, VOSB, and/or SDVOSB) you qualify

(3) Contracts for similar/related work including:

a. Contract number

b. Government/agency point of contact affiliated with the work

c. Whether your firm acted as prime or a subcontractor

Company sales brochures or marketing packages will not be considered.

The preferred electronic format of documents is Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat.

Answers to questions about this RFI will be made available to all responders.

The Contracting Office for this action will be NAVFAC Atlantic, Norfolk, VA. The point of contact is Rochelle Lee, Rochelle.lee@navy.mil, 757-322-4182 or Linda Stein, linda.stein@navy.mil, 757-322-4489.

The response to this RFI is due 8 July 2019, 4 PM ET.

LATE RESPONSES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

The Government will not provide a debriefing on the results of the survey. All information submitted will be held in a confidential manner and will only be used for the purpose intended.

Points of contact listed may be contacted for purpose of verifying performance.

We appreciate your interest and thank you in advance for responding to this Market Research/Request for Information.