Cummins Engine Parts

Added: Apr 29, 2009 11:06 am The U.S. Coast Guard Engineering Logistics Center has a requirement to procure Cummins engine parts for the VT903M and 6CTA8.3M1 marine engines in accordance with the attached list of part numbers. A requirements contract, consisting of one (1) base year and four (4) option years is anticipated. It is the Governments belief that only Cummins, the Original Equipment Manufacturer, or their authorized distributors possesses the required technical and engineering specifications, drawings, etc., to successfully manufacture these components and ensure fit, form, and function compatibility with existing equipment. All information regarding the Cummins Engines is proprietary to Cummins. The Government did not procure this information, or the rights to use this information, when the original engines were procured. Therefore it is the Governments intention to solicit only with Cummins, and/or their authorized distributors. Concerns having the expertise and required capabilities to furnish the above components are invited to submit complete information discussing the same within 15 calendar days from the day this notice is posted. The information that must be submitted includes: (1) Complete and current engineering data to demonstrate the acceptability of the offered components (i.e., salient physical, functional, and performance characteristics) and/or (2) Data that the offered components have been satisfactorily manufactured for the Government or the Original Equipment Manufacturer. This data must include sufficient information to allow the Coast Guard to evaluate the information relative to the above requirements. Concerns that respond to this notice must fully demonstrate the capability to accomplish the above and are to supply pertinent information in sufficient detail to demonstrate a bona fide capability to meet the requirements. Inquiries/information received after the established deadline shall NOT be considered for this acquisition. The submission of this data for review shall not impede award of this contract. The Government does NOT intend to pay for information solicited. This synopsis is issued pursuant to FAR 6.302-1 and HSAM 3006.302-1. For information regarding this acquisition, contact the Contracting officials listed herein.