SourcesSought4.pdf

NUWC Code 34, Electromagnetic Department

Sources Sought # N66604-13-R-2104

Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) is seeking information for potential sources to provide support for the Submarine High Data Rate (SubHDR) Mast Tube

(Raytheon G745259). The contractor shall provide evaluations of returned Mast Tubes and shall also support Mast Tube refurbishments that include dimensional checks, re-application of outer

Mast Tube anodized surface and replacement of all small hardware. The contract shall provide the following technical engineering services:

The contractor shall conduct a Test, Inspect and Evaluation (TI&E) on returned Mast Tubes. This shall include Mast Tube evaluation and performance.

The contractor shall perform Mast Tube repair and restoration. Services shall include: Mast Tube repairs and restoration including re-anodizing; Mast Tube dimensional verification/testing; Replacement of all small Mast Tube hardware.

THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL. It is a market research tool being used to determine potential firms capable of providing the services described herein prior to determining the method of acquisition and issuance of a Request for Proposal (RFP). The contractor must have the experience for all aspects of the Mast Tube design and production. The

NAICS for this requirement is 332710 with a size standard of 500 employees.

This procurement is a follow-on to N66604-08-D-1612 which was awarded on a sole source basis to Titanium Fabrication Corporation (Ti-Fab).

The results of this Sources Sought will be used to determine the method of soliciting this requirement, i.e., 100% set-aside for Small Business or on an Unrestricted basis. It is estimated that there will be 20 TI&Es and 20 Repairs per year with a five (5) year duration.

The anticipated performance period will span five (5) years from the date of award. After review of the submitted Sources Sought, NUWCDIVNPT will release an Advanced Notice to Industry regarding the acquisition strategy/decision (i.e. Unrestricted, Small, Small Disadvantaged, 8(a), Women-Owned, HUBZone, Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Set Aside) prior to release of the final Request for Proposal (RFP). It is anticipated that the RFP will be posted in early November 2013. The resulting Task Order will use Firm Fixed Price (FFP) provisions.

Place of Performance: These services shall be performed primarily at the contractor’s facility.

It is requested that interested businesses respond with a brief capabilities statement package (no more than 5 pages in length, single spaced, 12 point font minimum) demonstrating ability to perform the services listed in the attached SOW to Adam Tuchman, Contract Negotiator at adam.tuchman@navy.mil, or (401) 832-1909, by 14:00 EST on 10/23/2013. Questions or comments must be provided by 14:00 EST on 10/21/2013. Absolutely no requests for extensions will be honored. Late responses will not be considered. The Capability Statement must address, at a minimum, the following:

Section 1: Introduction. Identify the Sources Sought Number and Title

Section 2: Corporate Description.

Name of Company and address

Confirmation of Company size status under NAICS Code 332710

Ownership, including whether: Small, Small Disadvantaged (SDB), 8(a), Women-Owned, HUBZone, or Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Business

Two points of contact, including: Name, title, phone, and e-mail address

CAGE Code and DUNS Number

Section 2. Past/Current Performance. Provide one (1) example of prior/current corporate experience performing efforts of similar size and scope within the last three years, including contract number, organization supported, indication of whether as a prime or subcontractor, contract values, Government point of contact with current telephone number, and a brief description of how the referenced contract relates to the services described in the Draft SOW.

Section 3. Technical Response. Provide a detailed technical response that addresses the tasks identified in the Draft SOW. Information should include:

The contractor’s ability to manage, as a Prime contractor, the types and magnitude of all tasking in the SOW

Contractors technical ability, or potential approach to achieving technical ability, to perform at least 51% of the cost of the contract with its’ own employees

The contractor’s capacity, or potential approach to achieving capacity, to execute the requirements of the SOW. This response should include a discussion of resources available such as corporate management and currently employed personnel to be assigned to tasks under this effort to include professional qualifications, specific experience of such personnel, and the ability to have personnel located at the locations specified

Contractor’s ability to begin performance upon Contract award.

A statement that the contractor either has or does not have an approved accounting system, as required in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 16.301-3(a)(3) for cost-reimbursement contracts.

Attachment (1) DRAFT Statement of Work (SOW)

DISLAIMER

THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS

NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP). THIS DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A

SOLICITATION AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE

GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE

GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A

RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCMENT. NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR

PREPARATION OF RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ANY INFORMATION

SUBMITTED BY RESPONDENTS TO THIS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION IS PURELY

VOLUNTARY.