SAM RFQ.pdf

PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE NOTICE CAREFULLY AS IT CONSTITUES THE ONLY

NOTICE THAT WILL BE ISSUED.

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6-Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This notice will be posted for less than 15 days in accordance with FAR 5.203(a)(2). This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Request for Quote (RFQ) Number is N66604-24-Q-0456.

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) intends to award a Firm Fixed Price Type purchase order to Micro-Mode, Inc. on a Sole Source basis in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b).

This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. A determination by the Government not to compete the proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government.

All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. The required delivery date for this action is 14 weeks from this award, FOB NUWC Newport, Rhode Island 02841.

The items in this purchase are required to manufacture semi-rigid cables for mast repairs at NUWC. Lack of cables is currently responsible for repair delays. The connectors and sleeves in this purchase will be used to fabricate cables at NUWC that will alleviate the repair delays due to the shortage of these parts.

The connectors and sleeves used in the cables are custom built to meet NAVSEA drawing requirements. Micro-Mode Inc is the only source of supply listed on the Government drawings, and Micro-Mode confirmed there are no authorized resellers. NUWC purchased sets of connectors and sleeves from this vendor and performed qualifying texts on the hardware to validate the performance meets requirements.

See the table below for a list of the required RF Connectors and Sleeves, no substitution items:

Line Item Description Part # Quantity

0001 RF CONNECTOR MMSP-7393 200

0002 RF CONNECTOR

SLEEVE

5-19740CX 100

This procurement is unrestricted as concurred with by the NUWCDIVNPT Office of Small Business Program (OSBP). The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code for this acquisition is 334511; the Small Business Size Standard is 1350.

Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the latest Federal Acquisition Circular. The following FAR clauses and provisions apply to this solicitation:

52.204-19, Incorporation by Reference of Representations and Certifications 52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment 52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Service or Equipment 52.209-11, Representation by corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction under any Federal Law 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors Commercial Items 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications Commercial Items 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Items 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders Commercial Items 52.217-5 Evaluation of Options 52.217-7 Option for Increased Quantity – Separately Priced Line Item

The following DFARS clauses apply to this solicitation:

252.204-7008, Compliance with Safeguarding Covered Defense Information Controls 252.204-7009, Limitations on the Use or Disclosure of Third-Party Contractor Reported Cyber Incident Information 252.204-7015, Notice of Authorized Disclosure of Information for Litigation Support 252.211-7003, Item Identification and Valuation 252.213-7000 Notice to Prospective Suppliers on Use of Supplier Performance Risk System in Past Performance Evaluations 252.215-7013 Supplies and Services Provided by Nontraditional Defense Contractors 252.246- 7008 Sources of Electronic Parts

Full text of incorporated FAR/DFARS clauses and provisions are available at www.acquisition.gov/far

The Government will make award to the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) quote. In order to be determined technically acceptable, offerors shall:

(1) Quote the required brand name items, in the required quantities;

(2) Provide proof that all items are shipped from the US, drop shipping is unacceptable;

(3) Provide proof that all items configured in house are new products, gray market items will not be accepted;

(4) All resellers shall provide proof of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) authorized reseller status. Status will be verified by the Government prior to award. NOTE: Items shall be sourced directly from the OEM and/or OEM authorized channels only; If the Contractor does not deliver new hardware/software or provide proof that the items are all new products, the Government need not accept delivery. If after award the hardware/software delivered are determined not to be new or delivered outside the US, the Government has the right to terminate for cause with the Contractor liable to the Government for any and all rights and remedies provided by law including excess re-procurement costs.

(5) Provide Point of Contact (including name, phone number and email address); and contractor CAGE Code and UEI.

The Government will consider past performance information in accordance with DFARS Provision 252.213-7000 where negative information within Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) may render a quote being deemed technically unacceptable.

In accordance with DFARS Clause 252.211-7003, the contractor shall provide a unique item identifier (UID) for all delivered items for which the Government's unit acquisition cost is $5,000.00 or more.

If no surcharge is applicable, the Government’s preferred method of payment is via credit card. Otherwise, Electronic Payment through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) may be used. Please confirm if Government Purchase Card is an acceptable form of payment within the quotation. Include any applicable surcharge in the quotation.

This solicitation requires registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award, pursuant to applicable regulations and guidelines. Registration information can be found at www.sam.gov

The quote shall include price, delivery terms, and the following additional information with submission: point of contact (including phone number and email address), contractor CAGE code, and contractor UEI.

The quote must be submitted via email and must be received on or before Thursday, August 15, 2024, by 2:00 PM EST. Offers received after the closing date are late and may not be considered for award. For information on this acquisition contact Kenneth L Chaffey at kenneth.l.chaffey.civ@us.navy.mil or 401-832-1837.