Sources Sought Notice Audio and Visual Equipment for Nellis 3.21.24.pdf

NAICS: 334111 - Electronic Computer Manufacturing

FSC: 7B22 - IT and Telecom - Compute: Servers (hardware and Perpetual License

Software)

This Sources Sought Notice (SSN) 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 Request for Quote (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. For the purpose of this acquisition, the Government contemplates use of NAICS code(s) 334111 - Electronic

Computer Manufacturing

The government is seeking a single solution that includes supplying all items listed on the attachment titled “Schedule of Items Langley Audio & Visual Equipment for Nellis.”

Please Note: The government is contemplated the need for Brand Name products for several items listed on the attachment. Therefore, many of the items listed on the attachment are listed as BRAND NAME ONLY products as indicated in column “H”.

The Government contemplates soliciting for the award of a Purchase Order (PO) for the attached items on behalf of United States Air Force 363rd, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance

(ISR) Wing, Langley Airforce Base, Virginia. 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—particularly Service-Disabled-Veteran-Owned (SDVOSB), Woman Own Small Business (WOSB), 8(a) Business Development Program Participants, and last but not least, HUBZone Small Business—respond with information sufficient to support a small business set- aside. We encourage all interested large and small businesses capable of satisfying the requirement in full to identify their capabilities in meeting the requirement.

Information received as a result of this SSN 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 SSN is for information purposes only and no award will result from the SSN.

RESPONSE TO THIS SSN: In order to be considered responsive to this SSN, please provide a concise capability brief that includes:

1. Name of the firm, point of contact, phone number, email address, DUNS number, CAGE code, a statement regarding small business status (including small business type(s)/certifications(s) such as SDB, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, etc.)

2. In addition, complete columns I through K on the Attachment for each item being included in your company’s response to this SSN. The following information contained in columns I - K are required to ensure proper regulatory considerations are satisfied:

Country of Origin – The Country of Origin is a critical aspect of the TAA compliance and non-compliance, as the TAA restricts the U.S. government from purchasing products or service that are not made in the United States or in countries that have a trade agreement with the U.S.

Therefore, for a product to be considered TAA compliant, its Country of Origin must be either the United States or one of the countries with which the U.S. has a trade agreement that allows for the procurement of goods. For non-TAA compliant products, respondents must provide the country of origin, specifying both where the product is sourced and/or manufactured.

Trade Agreement Act (TAA) Compliant; Yes or No: TAA Compliant refers to products that meet the requirements of the TAA, ensuring they are manufactured or substantially transformed in the United States or designated countries.

Delivery Terms # Days After Receipt of Order (ARO): Delivery Terms ARO refers to the timeframe within which products or services will be delivered after the order as been officially received.

3. Any other general information or suggestions for the Government regarding these items (e.g.

recommendation for Multiple RFQs and/or Multiple Awards).

4. Questions regarding this SSN should be emailed to the GSA Contract Specialist, Mr.

Rodney Johnson at email address rodney.a.johnson@gsa.gov by March 26, 2024 by 5:00 PM

(EST). Answers to all questions received in response to this SSN will be answered in aggregate by SSN amendment. Capability statements including completion of the “Schedule of

Items Langley Audio & Visual Equipment for Nellis” are due by April 1, 2024 by 5:00 PM

(EST).

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. ONLY RESPONSES VIA EMAIL.

mailto:rodney.a.johnson@gsa.gov