Sources Sought_RFI_TTY MMTS_Final.pdf

V1.0 August 2018

Request for Information #N66604-22-R-E200 NUWCDIVNPT Code 34, Type 18 Modernized Mast Test Sets (MMTS)

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) is conducting market research to identify potential sources interested and capable of providing two (2) Type 18 Modernized Masts Test Sets (MMTS) in accordance with the attached DRAFT Technical Drawing Package (TDP), with the potential for a maximum of eighteen (18) Type 18 MMTS. Distribution D applies to the TDP; in order to obtain access to the drawings, the respondent must have an active registration in the Joint Certification Program (JCP). All requests for TDP shall come from the JCP Custodian; drawings will not be provided to other points of contact.

THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL.

NUWCDIVNPT is seeking information for potential small business sources that possess the technical capability to manufacture two (2) Type 18 MMTS. There is a potential for production of a maximum of eighteen (18) Type 18 MMTS. The NAICS for this requirement is 332510 with a size standard of 750 employees. A full quotation will not be required until the Request for Quote (RFQ) has been released.

Place of Delivery: These Type 18 MMTS will be delivered to NUWCDIVNPT with address to be provided at the time of RFQ release.

It is requested that interested small businesses respond with a brief Facilities and Capabilities statement package (page limitations described in the applicable sections below, single spaced, 12 point font minimum) demonstrating ability to provide the Type 18 MMTS, in accordance with the attached drawings, to Sarah Aviles, at sarah.l.aviles.civ@us.navy.mil, by 14:00 EDT on 02/02/2022. Questions or comments must be submitted by 14:00 EDT 01/31/2022. Late responses will not be considered.

Section 1: Introduction. Identify the Request for Information Number and Title

Section 2: Corporate Description.

Name of Company and address

Contract number (if IDIQ)

Confirmation of Company size status under NAICS Code 332510

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 2. Past/Current Performance. Provide one (1) example of prior/current corporate experience performing efforts of similar size and scope 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 attached Drawings.

Section 3. Technical Response. Provide a detailed technical response that addresses the specifications that the Type 18 MMTS meet. The Facilities and Capabilities Statement must address, at a minimum, the following:

(a) FACILITIES The Offeror shall provide a description of the proposed facility(s) (to include manufacturing facilities, test facilities, laboratories, etc.), tools (excluding common hand tools and office equipment), equipment, machinery, etc., available to support Delivery Orders under this contract. Offerors shall indicate if the facilities assets are theirs, a teammate or partner’s, or commercially purchased or leased.

The Offeror shall address all requirements of the Statement of Work that require use of the facilities, but does not require a description of any facilities used for any administrative or clerical work performed under the contract.

Page Limitation: Two (2) Pages

(b) CAPABILITIES The Offeror shall provide a statement of capabilities, such as special or unique qualifications, certifications, processes, skills, methods, etc. available to support Delivery Orders under this contract.

The offeror shall describe its ability to produce the work for this requirement by addressing the following areas. The offeror’s response to each item listed below shall include any relevant discussion of utilizing, tasking and communicating with subcontractors, if applicable.

• Performance

• Schedule

• Reliability and maintainability

• Program Oversight

• Safety

• Quality Assurance Program and quality system to ensure the implementation of the requirements. The Offeror's proposed program shall include how quality assurance personnel are integrated into the manufacturing processes.

• Issue Reporting and Government Communications

a) Approach to encourage responsiveness to, and cooperation with, customers;

b) Approach to problem resolution; and

c) Ability to submit timely and accurate invoices and CDRLs.

Page Limitation: Four (4) Pages

(c) SECURITY CLEARANCE

The Offeror shall provide facility clearance level of the prime. The Government anticipates that a facility clearance at the Secret level will be required. Safeguarding requirement is not needed.

Page Limitation: One (1) Page

Attachment (1) DRAFT Statement of Work (SOW) Attachment (2) DRAFT Contract Data Requirements List (CDRLs) Attachment (3) DRAFT Distribution D TDP – Note: Offerors shall request TDP as instructed on Page 1.

DISLAIMER

THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION 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.