Small craft Sources Sought N0025325RSmallboat.pdf

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE & REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

MARKET RESEARCH/ TECHNICAL QUESTIONNAIRE

Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC), Division Keyport

Instructions to Interested Parties:

This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) and award of a contract will not be made as a result of this questionnaire. Naval

Undersea Warfare Center Division, Keyport (NUWC Keyport) is requesting assistance from industry in regard to industry capabilities of large and small business entities, in the preparation of an anticipated Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract for Small Boats and Operators.

This Market Research/ Technical Questionnaire is intended to assist the Government in determining the probability of large or small business prime contractors responding to a future RFP to provide the required items. The Government anticipates making future decisions regarding the procurement process utilized for a potential solicitation, based on the responses received from both large and small businesses that indicate an interest and the capability to provide the required items.

Please answer the following questions to the best of your ability and return the completed questionnaire to the point of contact listed below via email. Respondents will NOT be notified of the results of this evaluation. All information will be kept confidential and will not be disseminated to the public. This

Sources Sought Notice and Market Research/ Technical

Questionnaire is not to be construed as a commitment by the

Government, nor will the Government pay for the information submitted in response.

Please return the completed questionnaire no later than 4:00 PM

PDT (Pacific Daylight Time) on 24 December 2025, via the email address provided below.

Thank You, Andrew Hilyard

Contract Specialist

NUWC Division Keyport – Keyport, WA andrew.c.hilyard.civ@us.navy.mil mailto:andrew.c.hilyard.civ@us.navy.mil

Sources Sought Notice & Market Research/ Technical Questionnaire

Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Keyport

North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code:

483113 – Coastal and Great Lakes Freight Transportation

Small Business Size Standard: 800 employees

(For more information about Small Business Size Standards, please refer to http://www.sba.gov)

Anticipated Contract Type:

Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), Cost Plus Fixed Fee, Cost Reimbursement

Background:

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Keyport (NUWC

Keyport) is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to gather information on the availability and cost of small boats and qualified operators suitable for supporting underwater research and development activities in the Puget Sound region. This RFI is for informational purposes only and is not a solicitation. The

Government will not pay for any effort expended or any material provided in response to this announcement. All costs associated with responding to this RFI are solely at the responding parties' expense.

Responses to this notice are not offers and will not be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract or agreement. The

Government will not be obligated to pursue any particular acquisition alternative because of this RFI. Responses to the

RFI will not be returned. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future solicitation, if one is issued. Specific responses to the approaches will not disqualify or have an impact on participation and evaluation on future solicitations. No specific information is required in response to this RFI; however, interested parties may respond and indicate interest as desired.

NUWC Keyport conducts research, development, testing, and evaluation of undersea warfare systems. To support these activities, NUWC Keyport requires access to reliable and capable small boats and experienced operators for deployment in the

Strait of Juan de Fuca, Hood Canal, and Puget Sound.

The objective of this RFI is to identify potential vendors capable of providing:

• Two (2) approximately 32-foot craft and operators meeting the specifications outlined below.

• One (1) approximately 55-foot craft and operators meeting the specifications outlined below.

• Cost estimates for craft with operator hourly/daily.

• Information on operator qualifications and experience.

NUWC Keyport is seeking information on craft and operators meeting the following specifications:

• 32-Foot Craft Requirements (Two Vessels Required) o Size: Approximately 32 feet in length.

o Propulsion: Twin 150 hp motors (outboard or inboard/outboard).

o Towing Capability: Capable of towing small research equipment.

o Cabin: Enclosed cabin with seating for at least six

(6) personnel.

o Amenities: Nautical head, 120 VAC electrical outlets.

o Deck Space: Approximately 100 square feet of clear deck space suitable for use as a workspace.

o Endurance: Capable of operating for 12 hours in Sea

State 3 conditions.

o Joint Operations: Capable of operating with other range craft in support of range event (communications, precision location, pax transfer, etc).

• 55-Foot Craft Requirements (One Vessel Required) o Size: Approximately 55 feet in length.

o Propulsion: Inboard diesel engine; jet propulsion preferred.

o Towing Capability: Capable of towing research equipment (5,000 pounds tow force minimum).

o Cabin: Covered cabin with room for at least eight (8) personnel.

o Accommodations: Minimum of four (4) bunks, kitchenette, and nautical head.

o Deck Space: Approximately 50 square feet of covered deck space and 150 square feet of uncovered deck space suitable for use as a workspace.

o Electrical: At least 4x 120 VAC electrical outlets, satellite internet, and a 50-amp electrical outlet for battery recharging.

o A-Frame: Equipped with an A-frame with a minimum lifting capacity of 6,000 pounds.

o Endurance: Capable of operating for 96 hours in Sea

State 3 conditions.

Operator Requirements (Applies to both 32-foot and 55-foot craft):

• Qualified and experienced operators with all necessary certifications and licenses to operate the specified craft in the Strait of Juan de Fuca, Hood Canal, and Puget

Sound.

• Operators must be capable of safely and effectively supporting underwater research and development activities.

• Provide number of crew in addition to operator.

• List specific certifications held by operators.

Availability and Cost Information:

• Ability to provide craft and operators with a seven (7) day notice prior to event.

• Cost estimates for a minimum of 100 days of operation per craft and crew.

• Cost estimates for up to 200 days of operation per craft and crew.

• Include all costs associated with providing the craft and operators, including fuel, maintenance, insurance, and personnel costs.

• Clearly state any limitations or restrictions on availability.

Specific Questions/Information Requirements:

INTERESTED PARTIES PLEASE SUBMIT THE INFORMATION AS REQUESTED BY

THE FOLLOWING MARKET RESEARCH/ TECHNICAL QUESTIONNAIRE:

Market Research/ Technical Questionnaire

Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Keyport

COMPANY INFORMATION

Company Name:

CAGE Code:

DUNS Number:

Company Address:

Point of Contact (POC):

POC Title:

POC Email Address:

POC Phone Number:

1. Can your company provide the product or service? Please provide an explanation.

2. Is your company a small business as defined by the Small

Business Administration and under what NAICs?

3. As the requirement is described, what is the estimated costs for such work?

4. Given the complexity and size of the work described in this announcement, if the Government requested proposals, does your company plan to submit a proposal in response?

5. What are the major cost drivers in providing these types of services?

6. Identify what type(s) of contract (firm-fixed-price, cost-reimbursable, time & material, other) do you feel reasonably allocates risk for the requirement identified?

7. How does your company price these types of services? Do not provide a dollar amount. The question refers to unit of measure (e.g., each, month, hour, day, week, etc.).

8. What type of specific terms and conditions do you require in your commercial contracts for this type of service?

9. Provide detailed specifications of the craft(s) offered, including make, model, year, and a description of how the craft meets or exceeds the requirements outlined above.

Include photographs or diagrams, if available.

10. Provide a description of the qualifications and experience of the operators, including certifications, licenses, and relevant experience supporting similar activities.

11. Can you confirm that you can provide craft and operators with a seven (7) day notice? If this is not a reasonable amount of advance notice, what do you recommend?

12. Provide detailed cost estimates for the specified durations of operation (100 days and 200 days), including all associated costs.

13. Provide proof of adequate insurance coverage for operating in the specified area.

14. Provide a description of the maintenance schedule and procedures for the craft.

15. Provide information on past performance supporting similar activities (optional).

16. Provide any additional feedback that you feel is relevant.

The government will evaluate market information to ascertain potential market capacity to provide services/supplies consistent in scope and scale with those described in this notice and otherwise anticipated. Based on the responses to this sources sought notice/request for information, this requirement may be set-aside for small businesses or procured through full and open competition, and multiple awards may be made. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted or acknowledged, and no feedback or evaluations will be provided to companies regarding their submissions.