RFI IPE.pdf

Request for Information (RFI) ONLY

Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), Robins AFB, GA Various Industrial Plant Equipment (IPE) for delivery to multiple CONUS and

OCONUS locations

June 25, 2025

This is not a request for a quote (RFQ). This Request for Information (RFI) is for planning and information purposes only and shall not be construed as a commitment or a promise of a contract by the

Government. This is not a solicitation. This notice does not constitute a RFQ , nor does it restrict the

Government as to the ultimate acquisition approach. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs incurred in preparation of a response to this notice.

The information received in response to this notice will be used to further define the Government's requirement and determine if two (2) or more capable small businesses respond with information sufficient to support a small business set-aside and/or to determine if the Government can expect adequate competition. We encourage all interested large and small businesses capable of satisfying the requirement in full to identify their capabilities in meeting the requirement.

For this acquisition, the Government contemplates use of NAICS code 333517 titled: Bending and forming machines, working, manufacturing and NAICS Code 333994 titled: Heat treating ovens, industrial process-type manufacturing.

Information received as a result of this RFI will be used solely for market research purposes. The

Government shall use this market research in determining the best method of procurement, which is part of the acquisition planning process. This RFI is for information purposes only and no award will result from the RFI.

A. Purpose/Scope:

As part of its market research, the General Services Administration (GSA), on behalf of the Air Force

Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) located in Robins AFB, Georgia, is issuing this RFI to determine if there exists an adequate number of interested and qualified contractors capable of providing the requirement as further described. The Government may use the responses to this RFI for information and planning purposes. The product description describes only the currently contemplated possible scope and may vary from the actual scope identified in the Final product descriptions included in any Request for Quotation (RFQ).

B. Description:

This product description covers various Industrial Plant Equipment (IPE), which may include in-country training for any item with a Commercial Item Description (CID).

C. Objectives of the Request for Information:

1. Understand the level of interest and availability of potential vendors that could provide the requested item(s).

2. Identify issues, roadblocks, and barriers to successful solution implementations.

Various Industrial Plant Equipment (IPE) for delivery to multiple CONUS and

OCONUS locations

June 25, 2025

3. Gain a more comprehensive understanding of industry best practices.

4. Obtain vendor feedback on whether the vendor will utilize any subcontractors or contractor teaming arrangements.

D. Sources:

It is anticipated that a Request for Quote (RFQ) may be posted via GSA eBuy.

E. Product Description:

Reference Attachments (CLINS 0001-0006)

See attachments for descriptions.

CLIN Brief Description Manufacturer/Part Number Qty TRD/CID

0001 Saw, Band cutoff C-916S 3 TRD

0002 Press Brake 3441-2131-9096 2 TRD

0003 Welding Machine, Arc Trailblazer Pro 302D 52 TRD

0004a Sheet Metal Working (waterjet) 5555 1 (CID) A-A-60029-11

0004b Sheet Metal Working (waterjet) 55100 10 (CID) A-A-60029-12

0004c Sheet Metal Working (waterjet) 60x 1 (CID) A-A-60029-23

0004d Sheet Metal Working (waterjet) 80x 1 (CID) A-A-60029-24

0005a Furnace, Heat Treat HL82-K36-AMS2750 (Lucifer) 8 (CID) A-A-60033-2-B/A-3/2-20

0005b Furnace, Heat Treat HL86-P48AMS2750 (Lucifer) 1 (CID) A-A-60033-2-B/A-3/2-22

0005c Furnace, Heat Treat DU42-R36-AMS2750 (lucifer) 3 (CID) A-A-60033-2-A-2/2-17

0006 Oven, Heat Treat HC1250 (Grieves) 2 TRD

F. Contracting Team Arrangement:

Vendors are encouraged to form a Contracting Team Arrangement. A GSA Schedule Contractor Team

Arrangement (CTA) is an arrangement in which two or more GSA Schedule contractors’ team together to provide a total solution to meet a customer's needs. Under Schedule CTAs, contractors complement each other, and it allows teams to compete for orders for which they may not qualify independently. GSA encourages the use of CTAs to meet buyer’s requirements. For additional information, please visit www.gsa.gov/CTA.

G. Response:

All information received in response to this RFI marked “Proprietary” will be protected and handled accordingly. Interested parties are responsible for adequately marking proprietary or competition sensitive information contained in their response. Responses to the RFI will not be returned. Responders are solely http://www.gsa.gov/CTA

Various Industrial Plant Equipment (IPE) for delivery to multiple CONUS and

OCONUS locations

June 25, 2025 responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI. GSA will not pay for information received in response to this RFI. There is no commitment by the Government to issue an RFQ, make an award or awards, or to be responsible for any monies expended by industry responses to this RFI.

Please limit responses or capability statement(s) to five (5) pages. At a minimum, responses should include:

1. Company Information: (name, phone number, UEI, CAGE Code, POC information, website, etc.)

2. GSA contract(s): contract numbers and contractor’s socioeconomic status.

3. Description of your company’s capabilities as they relate to the product described in this notice.

4. A description of your company’s previous experience providing the product described in this notice.

5. A description of any teaming/subcontracting your company anticipates utilizing in support of this requirement.

In addition, please respond to the following questions:

1. What additional information, details, or items would your company need in a RFQ to provide a quote for this requirement?

2. Has your company performed similar product buys with the contract type listed (FFP, Cost

Reimbursement)? If so, please describe your company’s experience with these contract types.

3. Are there any elements of the requirement that would preclude you from submitting a quote?

4. How much quote preparation time (# of Days) are typically needed for your company to respond?

5. What, if any, risks, or other factors does your company foresee that may deter your company from submitting a quote on this requirement?

6. How likely is it that you will subcontract or act as a subcontractor and/or team with another contractor for any part of the work for this requirement and if so, what percentage?

7. Any other relevant information that is not listed above which the Government should consider in finalizing its market research and acquisition strategy?

8. Suggested NAICS Codes and GSA categories/Special Item Numbers (if applicable)

9. What contract type should be awarded? How should it be structured?

10. What is your company’s production capacity?

11. Are there other specifications of different IPE that would meet the Government’s requirements?

12. Are you interested in participating in an industry call either 1-1 or collectively?

Various Industrial Plant Equipment (IPE) for delivery to multiple CONUS and

OCONUS locations

June 25, 2025

Responses are due on or before the RFI close date.

H. GSA Points of Contacts

Primary:

Daniel Herrera

Contracting Officer daniel.herrera@gsa.gov

Office: (817) 850-8256