A01_-_Sources_Sought_Synopsis.doc

Sources Sought Instructions

*Sources Sought Synopsis template starts on Page 2 Sources Sought Instructions

(These can be deleted prior to request for KO review of the completed Sources Sought Synopsis template):

Since a Sources Sought posting is not the same as a normal solicitation, it requires a different process.

1. Create a Solicitation document (just to get a solicitation number). You do not need to fill out the solicitation now, since we just need it for the number (if eventually doing a competitive purchase, the solicitation document can be filled out at that time. If eventually doing a sole source, the solicitation document may never be completed, which is fine).

2. Fill out a Sources Sought Synopsis. A template is located on pages 2 and 3 of this document.

3. Have the Sources Sought Synopsis document approved by the Contracting Officer, and then post on ASFI; there will be an option to choose “Sources Sought” once you enter the solicitation number in the ASFI posting process.

4. The Sources Sought Synopsis should automatically transfer from ASFI to FedBizOpps. Upload proof of FedBizOpps posting to PCF.

5. Document all responses in the Sources Sought Responses Summary excel document.

6. Upload the companies’ responses (emails, attachments, etc) to PCF.

7. Work with the TPOC to determine which companies he believes can meet his requirement based on their responses to the Sources Sought posting.

Sources Sought Synopsis Template:

(1) Action Code :

SOURCES SOUGHT

This is a Sources Sought Notice only. This is not a request for proposal, but a survey to locate potential sources. This Sources Sought does not constitute an Invitation for Bids, Request for Proposals, or a Request for Quotations, and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue an order or otherwise pay for the information solicited, nor is it a guarantee of a forthcoming solicitation or contract. It is for market research purposes only. Respondents will not be notified of the results of the evaluation.

The purpose of this Sources Sought Notice is to gain knowledge of interest, capabilities, and qualifications of various members of industry, to include the Small Business Community: Small Business, Section 8(a), Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUB-Zone), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB). The Government must ensure there is adequate competition among the potential pool of responsible contractors. Small business, Section 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, & EDWOSB businesses are highly encouraged to participate.

(2) Date :

4/19/2016

(3) Classification Code : 66

(4) NAICS Code:

334516

(5) NAICS Size Standard: 1,000 employees

(6) Contracting Office Address:

2800 Powder Mill Road Bldg. 601 Adelphi, Maryland 20783

(7) Subject: Sources Sought for Thermal Stage Upgrades

(8) Proposed Solicitation Number: W911QX-16-T-0164

(9) Sources Sought Closing Response Date: 4/26/2016

(10) Contact Point: James O’Keefe, Contract Specialist, james.g.okeefe3.civ@mail.mil

(11)

A. Objective:

To find sources that are qualified to meet the supplies/services as listed in section 11B. Note that the specific requirements in section C are subject to change prior to the release of any solicitation.

B. The Vehicle Technology Directorate (VTD) of the Army Research Laboratory (ARL) requires Instrument Upgrades for an existing Hysitron TI 950.

C. Responses:

All interested parties should notify this office in writing, mail, fax, or e-mail within the posted date. Responses shall include:

(I) To what extent each of the specifications can be met.

(II) Include your type of business (i.e. commercial, academia), whether your organization is classified as a large or small business based on the 1,000 employee standard that accompanies NAICS code 334516. If a small business, you must also list any small disadvantaged status you hold [HUBZone, 8(a), Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Women Owned Small Business (WOSB), Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB), etc.].

(III) Past experience/ performance through the description of completed projects.

(12) Responses to this sources sought synopsis are due no later than 11:59 PM eastern standard time 4/26/2016. Submissions should be emailed to James O’Keefe, james.g.okeefe3.civ@mail.mil. Faxed submissions can be sent to 301-394-1604. Mailed submissions can be sent to the address in block 7, ATTN: James O’Keefe.

Questions concerning this sources sought synopsis may be directed to James O’Keefe at james.g.okeefe3.civ@mail.mil or 301-394-2135. Please be advised that .zip and .exe files cannot be accepted.

(13) Place of Contract Performance: See block 7.

(14) Estimated Delivery Timeframe or Period of Performance: 10-12 weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO).

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