Stryker Sources Sought - RFI STTE Containerization R2.docx

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE: PM SBCT

1. PROGRAM: Program Manager Stryker Brigade Combat Team (SBCT)

2. SUBJECT: MARKET RESEARCH FOR THE STRYKER FAMILY OF VEHICLES (FOV) LIFECYCLE REQUIREMENTS IN THE AREA OF LOGISTICS which covers transportation, supply and maintenance. Sources sought information for Logistics will cover Special Tools and Test Equipment (STTE) Containerization.

3. DESCRIPTION AND BACKGROUND:

Special Tools have expanded the footprint of Stryker Maintenance Units, which in turn, creates a challenge to account for, locate, transport, store and access tools to effect timely repair on the battlefield. In order to reduce cost and increase efficiency, The Government is looking to procure 2 variations of containers, 20 foot and 8 foot, in coordination with SBCT, that will assist the Net Equipment Training (NET) and Fielding personnel with the organization of STTE. A Technical Data package (TDP) is available upon request and will be supplied with the Request for Proposal (RFP).

SBCT continuously conducts market research in accordance with FAR 10.002(b)(2) to determine whether other capabilities of industry can be used to fulfill its life cycle requirements and to ensure its acquisition methods obtain the best value for the Government. This market survey is part of an ongoing initiative with industry to better understand the current capabilities that may be of interest to SBCT. It is anticipated that the United States Government (USG) will award five year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity Firm-Fixed Price contract for its Logistics requirements. The purpose of this request for information (RFI) is to determine the potential market capabilities to perform the contract requirements.

4. INFORMATION SOUGHT:

The Government is seeking information related to Stryker STTE Containerization Support in the following capacities:

Please provide a response to the following questions:

a. Is your firm capable of manufacturing or supplying 8 x 8 x 20 foot and 8 x 8 x 8 foot length containers that meet the requirement of being able to open fully on both sides?

b. Is your firm currently capable of manufacturing or supplying 20 foot and 8 foot containers that have the internal capacity to install adjustable walls, shelves, and drawers in addition to having multiple internal tie down points in various locations?

c. The 20 foot containers are required to have a built-in bail bar to be able to be ground lifted and moved by a HEMTT Load Handing System (LHS); Palletized Loading System (PLS), and a Palletized System Trailer (PLS-T) without the need for a flat rack. Does the container your firm manufactures or supplies include this built-in bail bar?

d. All containers with corresponding internal components must have the ability to be ordered through the Army Supply System with valid NSNs. Is your firm able to provide all components with corresponding NSNs as listed in Government STTE Containerization TDP? If so, please provide evidence via distributor agreement or similar.

e. In order to meet the requirement, additional items, such as Foam Cutouts, Pelican cases, Access Ladder, Nets, and Tie-downs, will have to be procured and shipped with the containers. Does your firm have the ability to procure these items from either the requested supplier or alternate supply sources that meet the requirements as listed in the Government STTE Containerization TDP?

f. Does your firm have the capability to transport multiple containers to specified CONUS locations, including shipping ports and military installations?

g. The containers must be C-130, C-17, and C-5 aircraft transportation approved. Is your firm able to provide documentation showing that the containers will meet this requirement? If so, please provide evidence with RFI response.

5. RESPONSES:

Response Format: Electronic responses are required in any of the following formats: Microsoft Word 2010 or earlier, Microsoft Excel 2010 or earlier, Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 or earlier or Adobe Acrobat. The maximum size of each e- mail message should be no more than three and one-half (3.5) megabytes. You may use multiple e-mail messages. The subject line must include the message number, (example: 1 of 3, 2 of 3, 3 of 3), and quote mark "[Company's Name] response to STTE Containerization RFI – include the RFI subject topic listed in item #2 Subject, on page one of this sources sought. All interested firms, regardless of size, are encouraged to respond to this request for information.

It is not necessary to respond to this market survey in order to be eligible for future contract awards.

Responses shall be furnished to the government by 07 January 2022 NLT 1300 local EST. Please submit electronic responses to this survey, as well as questions for clarification to:

usarmy.detroit.peo-gcs.mbx.stryker-rfi@army.mil

RESPONSES SHOULD INCLUDE:

CAGE Code:

Company Name:

Mailing Address:

Company Website:

Location of Facilities:

Point of Contact:

Phone Number:

Email:

Company business size and active System for Acquisition Management (SAM) information:

1. Please also provide a response to the following questions:

a. What specific information would your company need in order to compete for this requirement?

b. What kind of experience does your company have doing this type of work? Please provide specific examples.

6. DISCLAIMER:

This Sources Sought Notice is for informational purposes only. The information in this notice is subject to change and is not binding on the Government. This is not a request for proposal, does not constitute a solicitation, and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to purchase enhancements, hardware or services for the Stryker FoV. Responses in any form are not considered offers and the Government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. Funds are NOT available to pay for preparation of responses to this announcement. Any information submitted by respondents to this Sources Sought Notice is strictly voluntary.

Since this is not a request for proposal, respondents WILL NOT be notified regarding information obtained related to this Sources Sought Notice. Responses will not be returned nor will detailed feedback be made available. If and when a solicitation is issued, it will be posted on www.sam.gov. It is the respondent's responsibility to monitor these sites for the release of any additional market surveys, synopses or solicitations.

Proprietary Information. The United States Government (USG) acknowledges its obligations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (18 U.S.C. §1905) to protect confidential information provided to the Government. Pursuant to this statute, the USG is willing to accept any trade secrets or proprietary restrictions placed upon data presented in response to this survey and to protect such information from unauthorized disclosure, subject to the following:

· Data must be clearly marked PROPRIETARY and be accompanied by an explanatory text so that the Government is clearly notified on what data is proprietary.

· Mark only data that is truly confidential.

· Do not mark data that is already in the public domain or is already in possession of the USG or third parties on an unclassified basis.

· Do not submit any classified data in response to this market survey.