1300437071_Sources_Sought_Notice.docx

NUWC Code 85, Torpedo Systems Department

Sources Sought # N66604-15-R-0126

PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION

This Sources Sought Synopsis announcement is being conducted to identify potential sources that possess the technical capability and qualifications in meeting the Government's minimum needs for the manufacture, test, inspection, and delivery of assembly kits wherein each kit will be composed of a Sleeved Aft Bulkhead Assembly, a Flushing Tube Assembly, and a Rupture Disk Assembly to be used in the upgrade of the MK48 Heavyweight Torpedo Engine.

Currently, the Torpedo Systems Department has a requirement to procure MK48 Heavyweight Torpedo components that were approved to upgrade the existing Torpedo inventory. The Sleeved Aft Bulkhead Assembly, Flushing Tube Assembly, and Rupture Disk Assembly kits will support the efforts presently underway with Ordnance Alteration (ORDALT 11007) designed to improve the capabilities of the MK48 Heavyweight Torpedo Engine. The procurement will fulfill the Fleet’s requirement by providing new assemblies without the need to modify GFE.

It is anticipated that up to 700 each of the assembly kits will be procured to support outstanding torpedo’s which have not been upgraded with the assembly kits and additional spares to support Fleet demand.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

· Each of the estimated 700 complete kits must contain the following assemblies/part numbers:

- Sleeved Aft Bulkhead Assembly – P/N: 8243358

- Flushing Tube Assembly – P/N: 8243211

- Rupture Disk Assembly – P/N: 8243216

· The delivery of First Articles for the Sleeved Aft Bulkhead Assembly, Flushing Tube Assembly, and Rupture Disk Assembly kits must be in accordance with the NAVSEA drawings identified below:

- NAVSEA Drawing 8243358

- NAVSEA Drawing 8243216

- NAVSEA Drawing 8243211

THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL. It is a market research tool being used to determine potential firms capable of providing products and services described herein prior to determining the method of acquisition and issuance of a Request for Proposal (RFP). The contractor must be able to meet the minimum requirements. The NAICS for this requirement is 332710 with a size standard of 500 employees.

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, Sole Source, or on an Unrestricted basis.

After review of the submitted Sources Sought, NUWCDIVNPT will release an Synopsis 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, Sole Source) prior to release of the final Request for Proposal (RFP). It is anticipated that the RFP will be posted in April 2015. The resulting Contract will use Firm Fixed Price (FFP) provisions.

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 their ability to meet the minimum requirements to Keri Gunn, Contract Negotiator, at keri.gunn@navy.mil, or via fax at (401) 832-4820, by 14:00 EST 11/07/2014. Questions or comments must be provided by 14:00 EST on 11/05/2014. Absolutely no requests for extensions will be honored. Late responses will not be considered. The Technical 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 3. Past/Current Performance. Provide one (1) example of prior/current corporate experience providing the assembly kits or individual assemblies that make up the kits described in the Minimum Requirements section 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 item described herein.

Section 4. Technical Response. Provide a detailed technical response that addresses our minimum requirements:

· The Contractor shall address each of the requirements in the Minimum Requirements section and describe how each requirement will be met.

· Contractor’s expected period of performance from Contract award to delivery of up to 700 assembly kits.

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.