Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS)

Awarded Vendors: DRS SUSTAINMENT SYSTEMS, INC.. Contract Award Dollar Amount: $37,713,491.94. Contract Award Date: 2016-10-27.

Amendment 0004 includes: Extension of the proposal due date to 28 March 2016, 1:00pm local Warren, MI time; updates to Section C; and revises version of Attachments 0031 and 0032.
IMPORTANT NOTE:The TACOM Visitor Control Center will be closed Friday 25 March 2016. Visit requests for 25 March 2016 must be coordinated prior to 1:00pm local Warren, Mi Time on 24 March 2016. Normal Visitor Control Center operations will resume 7:00am local Warren Mi time on 28 March 2016..

Added: Mar 18, 2016 10:08 am Amendment 0004 includes: Extension of the proposal due date to 28 March 2016, 1:00pm local Warren, MI time; updates to Section C; and revises version of Attachments 0031 and 0032.

IMPORTANT NOTE:The TACOM Visitor Control Center will be closed Friday 25 March 2016. Visit requests for 25 March 2016 must be coordinated prior to 1:00pm local Warren, Mi Time on 24 March 2016. Normal Visitor Control Center operations will resume 7:00am local Warren Mi time on 28 March 2016.

The E2FDS Solicitation (W56HZV-15-R-0221) is now posted. Offeror proposals must be received by U.S. Army Contracting Command - Warren no later than 1:00 PM, 1300 hours local Warren, MI time, 25 March 2016.

Proposals are NOT to be submitted to FBO.gov. See Section L of the Solicitation for proposal submission instructions.

For a copy of Solicitation W56HZV-15-R-0221, Exhibit A- E2FDS Contract Data Requirements List, E2FDS CDRLs and E2FDS Attachments please see attached Document Packages.

Solicitation Posting Date: 01 Feb 2016

Solicitation Response Date: 25 March 2016

Contractor questions are due no later than 1:00PM, 1300 hours local Warren, MI time, 14 March 2016.

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Added: Mar 08, 2016 11:12 am Modified: Mar 09, 2016 3:47 pmTrack Changes The E2FDS Solicitation (W56HZV-15-R-0221) is now posted. Offeror proposals must be received by U.S. Army Contracting Command - Warren no later than 1:00 PM, 1300 hours local Warren, MI time, 25 March 2016.

Proposals are NOT to be submitted to FBO.gov. See Section L of the Solicitation for proposal submission instructions.

For a copy of Solicitation W56HZV-15-R-0221, Exhibit A- E2FDS Contract Data Requirements List, E2FDS CDRLs and E2FDS Attachments please see attached Document Packages.

Solicitation Posting Date: 01 Feb 2016

Solicitation Response Date: 25 March 2016

Contractor questions are due no later than 1:00PM, 1300 hours local Warren, MI time, 14 March 2016.

U.S. ARMY CONTRACTING COMMAND (ACC), WARREN, MICHIGAN 48397-5000

SUBJECT- Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS)

W56HZV-15-R-0221
Full and Open Competition
Five (5) Year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract,
Estimated Qty: 12
NSN: NA

The U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC) Warren, Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 intends to competitively procure up to two (2) contracts with minimum quantity of one (1) and a maximum quantity of twelve (12) each Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS) via a five-year, Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type contract. The Government will award the Engineering, Manufacturing and Development (EMD) phase of the contract to up to two (2) contractors. This procurement will be a competitive, best value, trade-off process acquisition, in accordance with FAR Part 15. The Production & Deployment (P & D) phase will be awarded to one (1) contractor via a Fair Opportunity down select in accordance with FAR Part 16 following the end of the EMD phase. The successful contractor(s) will be responsible for the design and production of the E2FDS systems that meet all technical performance requirements specified in Purchase Description ATPD 2417, as well as all other contractual requirements.
The E2FDS is a rapidly emplaced, high-throughput flexible conduit system that can perform petroleum or water distribution. The E2FDS is configured into (10) 5-mile sets for a 50-mile fluid transfer capability with a throughput of 850,000 gallons of petroleum or 650,000 gallons of raw/non-potable water per day. The system is emplaced at a rate of 25 miles per day and retrieved at a rate of 10 miles per day. The E2FDS is comprised of five major modules: Automated Pump Stations, Centralized Command and Control Module (C2M), Employment & Retrieval System (ERS), 50-miles of flexible conduit, and conduit support equipment.

The solicitation requirements include the design, production and delivery of an EMD unit from up to two contractors for Government testing, Department of Army formatted training materials, technical manuals, provisioning data, EMD spare parts and tools support package, packaging data, and contractor test support of Government testing. Upon completion of EMD, a fair opportunity competition under FAR 16.505-(b)(1) using best value procedures will be conducted for the award of a second delivery order for the First Article Test (FAT) Production Representative System (PRS). In addition to the FAT PRS the Government intends to include options for all of the remaining production systems and deliverables.

All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. The Government will award multiple contracts to the offeror(s) that: a) represents the best value to the Government, b) submits a proposal that meets all the material requirements of this solicitation, and c) meets all the responsibility criteria in accordance with FAR 9.104.

All contractors must be registered in the DODs System for Award Management system at http://www.sam.gov. Information on getting registered may be obtained on the website.

DISCLAIMER: The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of the information in this posting or information received as a result of this posting. The contents of any future formal request for proposal (RFP) takes precedence over anything provided herein.

ADDITIONAL DISCLAIMER: Offerors are advised that the employee of the firm identified below may serve as a non-Government advisor in the source selection process, under a specific section. This individual will be authorized access to only those portions of the proposal data and discussions that are necessary to enable them to perform their respective duties. Such firm is expressly prohibited from completing in the subject acquisition.

Technical Advisor information:

Contractor:
DCS Corporation
6909 Metro Park Drive, Suite 500
Alexandria, Virginia 22310

Subcontractor:
Dynetics, Inc.
1002 Explorer Boulevard
Huntsville, AL 35806-2806

In accomplishing their duties related to the source selection process, the aforementioned firm may require access to proprietary information contained in the offerors proposals. Therefore, pursuant to FAR 9.505-4, these firms must execute an agreement with each offeror that states that they will (l) protect the offerors information from unauthorized use or disclosure for as long as it remains proprietary and (2) refrain from using the information for any purpose other than that for which it was furnished. Each offeror shall contact the above companies to effect execution of such an agreement prior to submission of proposals. Proposals shall include a copy of any executed agreements. The Contracting Officer will ensure that these agreements are properly executed.

Offerors are encouraged to contact the contracting office via email in order to request an explanation of any aspect of these instructions. All Questions and Answers will be posted to the E2FDS Webpage located at:
https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=68ebbf737e8de4a503c27e0570de8e42&tab=core&_cview=1

The primary POC for this action is Mr. Michael Ivkov, Contract Specialist, michael.g.ivkov.civ@mail.mil
Alternate POC is Mr. Michael Thomas, Contract Specialist, michael.d.thomas449.civ@mail.mil
Industry is advised that questions submitted may, at the discretion of the Government, result in the clarification, modification, and/or addition of information on this notice. All questions will be posted publically with Government feedback. It is the responsibility of Industry, when providing any questions or comments (solicited or unsolicited), to properly mark such information that is considered proprietary or is otherwise restricted.

Communication with the Government regarding all aspects of the Program is permissible only through the Government POCs listed on this notice.

Added: Nov 23, 2015 8:48 am Modified: Feb 01, 2016 8:21 amTrack Changes

The E2FDS Solicitation (W56HZV-15-R-0221) is now posted. Offeror proposals must be received by U.S. Army Contracting Command - Warren no later than 1:00 PM, 1300 hours local Warren, MI time, 02 March 2016.

Proposals are NOT to be submitted to FBO.gov. See Section L of the Solicitation for proposal submission instructions.

For a copy of Solicitation W56HZV-15-R-0221, Exhibit A- E2FDS Contract Data Requirements List, E2FDS CDRLs and E2FDS Attachments please see attached Document Packages.

Solicitation Posting Date: 01 Feb 2016

Solicitation Response Date: 02 March 2016

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Added: Aug 02, 2015 5:49 pm Modified: Feb 01, 2016 8:21 amTrack Changes

U.S. ARMY CONTRACTING COMMAND (ACC), WARREN, MICHIGAN 48397-5000

SUBJECT- Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS)

W56HZV-15-R-0221
Full and Open Competition
Five (5) Year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract,
Estimated Qty: 12
NSN: NA

The U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC) Warren, Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 intends to competitively procure up to two (2) contracts with minimum quantity of one (1) and a maximum quantity of twelve (12) each Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS) via a five-year, Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type contract. The Government will award the Engineering, Manufacturing and Development (EMD) phase of the contract to up to two (2) contractors. This procurement will be a competitive, best value, trade-off process acquisition, in accordance with FAR Part 15. The Production & Deployment (P&D) phase will be awarded to one (1) contractor via a Fair Opportunity down select in accordance with FAR Part 16 following the end of the EMD phase. The successful contractor(s) will be responsible for the design and production of the E2FDS systems that meet all technical performance requirements specified in Purchase Description ATPD 2417, as well as all other contractual requirements.

The E2FDS is a rapidly emplaced, high-throughput flexible conduit system that can perform petroleum or water distribution. The E2FDS is configured into (10) 5-mile sets for a 50-mile fluid transfer capability with a throughput of 850,000 gallons of petroleum or 650,000 gallons of raw/non-potable water per day. The system is emplaced at a rate of 25 miles per day and retrieved at a rate of 10 miles per day. The E2FDS is comprised of five major modules: Automated Pump Stations, Centralized Command and Control Module (C2M), Employment & Retrieval System (ERS), 50-miles of flexible conduit, and conduit support equipment.

The solicitation requirements include the design, production and delivery of an EMD unit from up to two contractors for Government testing, Department of Army formatted training materials, technical manuals, provisioning data, EMD spare parts and tools support package, packaging data, and contractor test support of Government testing. Upon completion of EMD, a fair opportunity competition under FAR 16.505-(b)(1) using best value procedures will be conducted for the award of a second delivery order for the First Article Test (FAT) Production Representative System (PRS). In addition to the FAT PRS the Government intends to include options for all of the remaining production systems and deliverables.

All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. The Government will award multiple contracts to the offeror(s) that: a) represents the best value to the Government, b) submits a proposal that meets all the material requirements of this solicitation, and c) meets all the responsibility criteria in accordance with FAR 9.104.

All contractors must be registered in the DODs System for Award Management system at http://www.sam.gov. Information on getting registered may be obtained on the website.

DISCLAIMER: The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of the information in this posting or information received as a result of this posting. The contents of any future formal request for proposal (RFP) takes precedence over anything provided herein.

ADDITIONAL DISCLAIMER: Offerors are advised that the employee of the firm identified below may serve as a non-Government advisor in the source selection process, under a specific section. This individual will be authorized access to only those portions of the proposal data and discussions that are necessary to enable them to perform their respective duties. Such firm is expressly prohibited from completing in the subject acquisition.

Technical Advisor information:

Contractor:

DCS Corporation
6909 Metro Park Drive, Suite 500
Alexandria, Virginia 22310

Subcontractor:

Dynetics, Inc.
1002 Explorer Boulevard
Huntsville, AL 35806-2806

In accomplishing their duties related to the source selection process, the aforementioned firm may require access to proprietary information contained in the offerors proposals. Therefore, pursuant to FAR 9.505-4, these firms must execute an agreement with each offeror that states that they will (l) protect the offerors information from unauthorized use or disclosure for as long as it remains proprietary and (2) refrain from using the information for any purpose other than that for which it was furnished. Each offeror shall contact the above companies to effect execution of such an agreement prior to submission of proposals. Proposals shall include a copy of any executed agreements. The Contracting Officer will ensure that these agreements are properly executed.

Offerors are encouraged to contact the contracting office via email in order to request an explanation of any aspect of these instructions. All Questions and Answers will be posted to the E2FDS Webpage located at:
https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=68ebbf737e8de4a503c27e0570de8e42&tab=core&_cview=1

The primary POC for this action is Mr. Michael Ivkov, Contract Specialist, michael.g.ivkov.civ@mail.mil
Alternate POC is Mr. Michael Thomas, Contract Specialist, michael.d.thomas449.civ@mail.mil


Industry is advised that questions submitted may, at the discretion of the Government, result in the clarification, modification, and/or addition of information on this notice. All questions will be posted publically with Government feedback. It is the responsibility of Industry, when providing any questions or comments (solicited or unsolicited), to properly mark such information that is considered proprietary or is otherwise restricted.

Communication with the Government regarding all aspects of the Program is permissible only through the Government POCs listed on this notice.

Added: Nov 23, 2015 8:48 am Modified: Feb 01, 2016 8:21 amTrack Changes

The E2FDS Solicitation (W56HZV-15-R-0221) is now posted. Offeror proposals must be received by U.S. Army Contracting Command - Warren no later than 1:00 PM, 1300 hours local Warren, MI time, 02 March 2016.

Proposals are NOT to be submitted to FBO.gov. See Section L of the Solicitation for proposal submission instructions.

For a copy of Solicitation W56HZV-15-R-0221, Exhibit A- E2FDS Contract Data Requirements List, E2FDS CDRLs and E2FDS Attachments please see attached Document Packages.

Solicitation Posting Date: 01 Feb 2016

Solicitation Response Date: 02 March 2016

U.S. ARMY CONTRACTING COMMAND (ACC), WARREN, MICHIGAN 48397-5000

SUBJECT- Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS)

W56HZV-15-R-0221
Full and Open Competition
Five (5) Year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract,
Estimated Qty: 12
NSN: NA

The U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC) Warren, Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 intends to competitively procure up to two (2) contracts with minimum quantity of one (1) and a maximum quantity of twelve (12) each Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS) via a five-year, Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type contract. The Government will award the Engineering, Manufacturing and Development (EMD) phase of the contract to up to two (2) contractors. This procurement will be a competitive, best value, trade-off process acquisition, in accordance with FAR Part 15. The Production & Deployment (P & D) phase will be awarded to one (1) contractor via a Fair Opportunity down select in accordance with FAR Part 16 following the end of the EMD phase. The successful contractor(s) will be responsible for the design and production of the E2FDS systems that meet all technical performance requirements specified in Purchase Description ATPD 2417 Rev. 44, as well as all other contractual requirements. A link to ATPD 2417 Rev. 44 is provided here:

https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=68ebbf737e8de4a503c27e0570de8e42&tab=core&_cview=1

The E2FDS is a rapidly emplaced, high-throughput flexible conduit system that can perform petroleum or water distribution. The E2FDS is configured into (10) 5-mile sets for a 50-mile fluid transfer capability with a throughput of 850,000 gallons of petroleum or 650,000 gallons of raw/non-potable water per day. The system is emplaced at a rate of 25 miles per day and retrieved at a rate of 10 miles per day. The E2FDS is comprised of five major modules: Automated Pump Stations, Centralized Command and Control Module (C2M), Employment & Retrieval System (ERS), 50-miles of flexible conduit, and conduit support equipment.

The solicitation requirements include the design, production and delivery of an EMD unit from up to two contractors for Government testing, Department of Army formatted training materials, technical manuals, provisioning data, EMD spare parts and tools support package, packaging data, and contractor test support of Government testing. Upon completion of EMD, a fair opportunity competition under FAR 16.505-(b)(1) using best value procedures will be conducted for the award of a second delivery order for the First Article Test (FAT) Production Representative System (PRS). In addition to the FAT PRS the Government intends to include options for all of the remaining production systems and deliverables.

All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. The Government will award multiple contracts to the offeror(s) that: a) represents the best value to the Government, b) submits a proposal that meets all the material requirements of this solicitation, and c) meets all the responsibility criteria in accordance with FAR 9.104.

All contractors must be registered in the DODs System for Award Management system at http://www.sam.gov. Information on getting registered may be obtained on the website. Solicitation Number W56HZV-15-R-0221 is anticipated to be issued in December 2015 with proposals due in January 2016.

DISCLAIMER: The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of the information in this posting or information received as a result of this posting. The contents of any future formal request for proposal (RFP) takes precedence over anything provided herein.

ADDITIONAL DISCLAIMER: Offerors are advised that the employee of the firm identified below may serve as a non-Government advisor in the source selection process, under a specific section. This individual will be authorized access to only those portions of the proposal data and discussions that are necessary to enable them to perform their respective duties. Such firm is expressly prohibited from completing in the subject acquisition.

Technical Advisor information:

DCS Corporation
6909 Metro Park Drive, Suite 500
Alexandria, Virginia 22310

Dynetics, Inc.
1002 Explorer Boulevard
Huntsville, AL 35806-2806

In accomplishing their duties related to the source selection process, the aforementioned firm may require access to proprietary information contained in the offerors proposals. Therefore, pursuant to FAR 9.505-4, these firms must execute an agreement with each offeror that states that they will (l) protect the offerors information from unauthorized use or disclosure for as long as it remains proprietary and (2) refrain from using the information for any purpose other than that for which it was furnished. Each offeror shall contact the above companies to effect execution of such an agreement prior to submission of proposals. Proposals shall include a copy of any executed agreements. The Contracting Officer will ensure that these agreements are properly executed.

Offerors are encouraged to contact the contracting office via email in order to request an explanation of any aspect of these instructions. All Questions and Answers will be posted to the E2FDS Webpage located at:
https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=68ebbf737e8de4a503c27e0570de8e42&tab=core&_cview=1

The primary POC for this action is Mr. Michael Ivkov, michael.g.ivkov.civ@mail.mil
Alternate POC is Mr. Michael Thomas, Contract Specialist, michael.d.thomas449.civ@mail.mil
Alternate POC is Ms. Dawn VanHulle, Contracting Officer, dawn.m.vanhulle.civ@mail.mil
Industry is advised that questions submitted may, at the discretion of the Government, result in the clarification, modification, and/or addition of information on this notice. All questions will be posted publically with Government feedback. It is the responsibility of Industry, when providing any questions or comments (solicited or unsolicited), to properly mark such information that is considered proprietary or is otherwise restricted.

Any Request for Proposals will be publicized on the FEDBIZOPPS web site at FBO.GOV

Communication with the Government regarding all aspects of the Program is permissible only through the Government POCs listed on this notice.

.

Added: Aug 02, 2015 5:49 pm Modified: Nov 25, 2015 10:42 amTrack Changes

U.S. ARMY CONTRACTING COMMAND (ACC), WARREN, MICHIGAN 48397-5000

SUBJECT- Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS)

W56HZV-15-R-0221
Full and Open Competition
Five (5) Year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract,
Estimated Qty: 12
NSN: NA

The U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC) Warren, Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 intends to competitively procure up to two (2) contracts with minimum quantity of one (1) and a maximum quantity of twelve (12) each Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS) via a five-year, Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type contract. The Government will award the Engineering, Manufacturing and Development (EMD) phase of the contract to up to two (2) contractors. This procurement will be a competitive, best value, trade-off process acquisition, in accordance with FAR Part 15. The Production & Deployment (P&D) phase will be awarded to one (1) contractor via a Fair Opportunity down select in accordance with FAR Part 16 following the end of the EMD phase. The successful contractor(s) will be responsible for the design and production of the E2FDS systems that meet all technical performance requirements specified in Purchase Description ATPD 2417 Rev. 44, as well as all other contractual requirements. A link to ATPD 2417 Rev. 44 is provided here:

https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=68ebbf737e8de4a503c27e0570de8e42&tab=core&_cview=1

The E2FDS is a rapidly emplaced, high-throughput flexible conduit system that can perform petroleum or water distribution. The E2FDS is configured into (10) 5-mile sets for a 50-mile fluid transfer capability with a throughput of 850,000 gallons of petroleum or 650,000 gallons of raw/non-potable water per day. The system is emplaced at a rate of 25 miles per day and retrieved at a rate of 10 miles per day. The E2FDS is comprised of five major modules: Automated Pump Stations, Centralized Command and Control Module (C2M), Employment & Retrieval System (ERS), 50-miles of flexible conduit, and conduit support equipment.

The solicitation requirements include the design, production and delivery of an EMD unit from up to two contractors for Government testing, Department of Army formatted training materials, technical manuals, provisioning data, EMD spare parts and tools support package, packaging data, and contractor test support of Government testing. Upon completion of EMD, a fair opportunity competition under FAR 16.505-(b)(1) using best value procedures will be conducted for the award of a second delivery order for the First Article Test (FAT) Production Representative System (PRS). In addition to the FAT PRS the Government intends to include options for all of the remaining production systems and deliverables.

All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. The Government will award multiple contracts to the offeror(s) that: a) represents the best value to the Government, b) submits a proposal that meets all the material requirements of this solicitation, and c) meets all the responsibility criteria in accordance with FAR 9.104.

All contractors must be registered in the DODs System for Award Management system at http://www.sam.gov. Information on getting registered may be obtained on the website. Solicitation Number W56HZV-15-R-0221 is anticipated to be issued in December 2015 with proposals due in January 2016.

DISCLAIMER: The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of the information in this posting or information received as a result of this posting. The contents of any future formal request for proposal (RFP) takes precedence over anything provided herein.

ADDITIONAL DISCLAIMER: Offerors are advised that the employee of the firm identified below may serve as a non-Government advisor in the source selection process, under a specific section. This individual will be authorized access to only those portions of the proposal data and discussions that are necessary to enable them to perform their respective duties. Such firm is expressly prohibited from completing in the subject acquisition.

Technical Advisor information:

DCS Corporation
6909 Metro Park Drive, Suite 500
Alexandria, Virginia 22310

Dynetics, Inc.
1002 Explorer Boulevard
Huntsville, AL 35806-2806

In accomplishing their duties related to the source selection process, the aforementioned firm may require access to proprietary information contained in the offerors proposals. Therefore, pursuant to FAR 9.505-4, these firms must execute an agreement with each offeror that states that they will (l) protect the offerors information from unauthorized use or disclosure for as long as it remains proprietary and (2) refrain from using the information for any purpose other than that for which it was furnished. Each offeror shall contact the above companies to effect execution of such an agreement prior to submission of proposals. Proposals shall include a copy of any executed agreements. The Contracting Officer will ensure that these agreements are properly executed.

Offerors are encouraged to contact the contracting office via email in order to request an explanation of any aspect of these instructions. All Questions and Answers will be posted to the E2FDS Webpage located at:
https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=68ebbf737e8de4a503c27e0570de8e42&tab=core&_cview=1

The primary POC for this action is Mr. Michael Ivkov, michael.g.ivkov.civ@mail.mil
Alternate POC is Mr. Michael Thomas, Contract Specialist, michael.d.thomas449.civ@mail.mil
Alternate POC is Ms. Dawn VanHulle, Contracting Officer, dawn.m.vanhulle.civ@mail.mil


Industry is advised that questions submitted may, at the discretion of the Government, result in the clarification, modification, and/or addition of information on this notice. All questions will be posted publically with Government feedback. It is the responsibility of Industry, when providing any questions or comments (solicited or unsolicited), to properly mark such information that is considered proprietary or is otherwise restricted.

Any Request for Proposals will be publicized on the FEDBIZOPPS web site at FBO.GOV

Communication with the Government regarding all aspects of the Program is permissible only through the Government POCs listed on this notice.

U.S. ARMY CONTRACTING COMMAND (ACC), WARREN, MICHIGAN 48397-5000

SUBJECT- Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS)

W56HZV-15-R-0221
Full and Open Competition
Five (5) Year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract,
Estimated Qty: 12
NSN: NA

The U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC) Warren, Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 intends to competitively procure up to two (2) contracts with minimum quantity of one (1) and a maximum quantity of twelve (12) each Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS) via a five-year, Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type contract. The Government will award the Engineering, Manufacturing and Development (EMD) phase of the contract to up to two (2) contractors. This procurement will be a competitive, best value, trade-off process acquisition, in accordance with FAR Part 15. The Production & Deployment (P & D) phase will be awarded to one (1) contractor via a Fair Opportunity down select in accordance with FAR Part 16 following the end of the EMD phase. The successful contractor(s) will be responsible for the design and production of the E2FDS systems that meet all technical performance requirements specified in Purchase Description ATPD 2336 Rev E, as well as all other contractual requirements. A link to ATPD 2417 Rev. 44 is provided here:

https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=68ebbf737e8de4a503c27e0570de8e42&tab=core&_cview=1

The E2FDS is a rapidly emplaced, high-throughput flexible conduit system that can perform petroleum or water distribution. The E2FDS is configured into (10) 5-mile sets for a 50-mile fluid transfer capability with a throughput of 850,000 gallons of petroleum or 650,000 gallons of raw/non-potable water per day. The system is emplaced at a rate of 25 miles per day and retrieved at a rate of 10 miles per day. The E2FDS is comprised of five major modules: Automated Pump Stations, Centralized Command and Control Module (C2M), Employment & Retrieval System (ERS), 50-miles of flexible conduit, and conduit support equipment.

The solicitation requirements include the design, production and delivery of an EMD unit from up to two contractors for Government testing, Department of Army formatted training materials, technical manuals, provisioning data, EMD spare parts and tools support package, packaging data, and contractor test support of Government testing. Upon completion of EMD, a fair opportunity competition under FAR 16.505-(b)(1) using best value procedures will be conducted for the award of a second delivery order for the First Article Test (FAT) Production Representative System (PRS). In addition to the FAT PRS the Government intends to include options for all of the remaining production systems and deliverables.

All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. The Government will award multiple contracts to the offeror(s) that: a) represents the best value to the Government, b) submits a proposal that meets all the material requirements of this solicitation, and c) meets all the responsibility criteria in accordance with FAR 9.104.

All contractors must be registered in the DODs System for Award Management system at http://www.sam.gov. Information on getting registered may be obtained on the website. Solicitation Number W56HZV-15-R-0221 is anticipated to be issued in December 2015 with proposals due in January 2016.

DISCLAIMER: The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of the information in this posting or information received as a result of this posting. The contents of any future formal request for proposal (RFP) takes precedence over anything provided herein.

ADDITIONAL DISCLAIMER: Offerors are advised that the employee of the firm identified below may serve as a non-Government advisor in the source selection process, under a specific section. This individual will be authorized access to only those portions of the proposal data and discussions that are necessary to enable them to perform their respective duties. Such firm is expressly prohibited from completing in the subject acquisition.

Technical Advisor information:

DCS Corporation
6909 Metro Park Drive, Suite 500
Alexandria, Virginia 22310

Dynetics, Inc.
1002 Explorer Boulevard
Huntsville, AL 35806-2806

In accomplishing their duties related to the source selection process, the aforementioned firm may require access to proprietary information contained in the offerors proposals. Therefore, pursuant to FAR 9.505-4, these firms must execute an agreement with each offeror that states that they will (l) protect the offerors information from unauthorized use or disclosure for as long as it remains proprietary and (2) refrain from using the information for any purpose other than that for which it was furnished. Each offeror shall contact the above companies to effect execution of such an agreement prior to submission of proposals. Proposals shall include a copy of any executed agreements. The Contracting Officer will ensure that these agreements are properly executed.

Offerors are encouraged to contact the contracting office via email in order to request an explanation of any aspect of these instructions. All Questions and Answers will be posted to the E2FDS Webpage located at:
https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=68ebbf737e8de4a503c27e0570de8e42&tab=core&_cview=1

The primary POC for this action is Mr. Michael Ivkov, michael.g.ivkov.civ@mail.mil
Alternate POC is Mr. Michael Thomas, Contract Specialist, michael.d.thomas449.civ@mail.mil
Alternate POC is Ms. Dawn VanHulle, Contracting Officer, dawn.m.vanhulle.civ@mail.mil
Industry is advised that questions submitted may, at the discretion of the Government, result in the clarification, modification, and/or addition of information on this notice. All questions will be posted publically with Government feedback. It is the responsibility of Industry, when providing any questions or comments (solicited or unsolicited), to properly mark such information that is considered proprietary or is otherwise restricted.

Any Request for Proposals will be publicized on the FEDBIZOPPS web site at FBO.GOV

Communication with the Government regarding all aspects of the Program is permissible only through the Government POCs listed on this notice.

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U.S. ARMY CONTRACTING COMMAND (ACC), WARREN, MICHIGAN 48397-5000

SUBJECT- Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS)

W56HZV-15-R-0221
Full and Open Competition
Five (5) Year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract,
Estimated Qty: 12
NSN: NA

The U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC) Warren, Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 intends to competitively procure up to two (2) contracts with minimum quantity of one (1) and a maximum quantity of twelve (12) each Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS) via a five-year, Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type contract. The Government will award the Engineering, Manufacturing and Development (EMD) phase of the contract to up to two (2) contractors. This procurement will be a competitive, best value, trade-off process acquisition, in accordance with FAR Part 15. The Production & Deployment (P&D) phase will be awarded to one (1) contractor via a Fair Opportunity down select in accordance with FAR Part 16 following the end of the EMD phase. The successful contractor(s) will be responsible for the design and production of the E2FDS systems that meet all technical performance requirements specified in Purchase Description ATPD 2336 Rev E, as well as all other contractual requirements. A link to ATPD 2417 Rev. 44 is provided here:

https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=68ebbf737e8de4a503c27e0570de8e42&tab=core&_cview=1

The E2FDS is a rapidly emplaced, high-throughput flexible conduit system that can perform petroleum or water distribution. The E2FDS is configured into (10) 5-mile sets for a 50-mile fluid transfer capability with a throughput of 850,000 gallons of petroleum or 650,000 gallons of raw/non-potable water per day. The system is emplaced at a rate of 25 miles per day and retrieved at a rate of 10 miles per day. The E2FDS is comprised of five major modules: Automated Pump Stations, Centralized Command and Control Module (C2M), Employment & Retrieval System (ERS), 50-miles of flexible conduit, and conduit support equipment.

The solicitation requirements include the design, production and delivery of an EMD unit from up to two contractors for Government testing, Department of Army formatted training materials, technical manuals, provisioning data, EMD spare parts and tools support package, packaging data, and contractor test support of Government testing. Upon completion of EMD, a fair opportunity competition under FAR 16.505-(b)(1) using best value procedures will be conducted for the award of a second delivery order for the First Article Test (FAT) Production Representative System (PRS). In addition to the FAT PRS the Government intends to include options for all of the remaining production systems and deliverables.

All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. The Government will award multiple contracts to the offeror(s) that: a) represents the best value to the Government, b) submits a proposal that meets all the material requirements of this solicitation, and c) meets all the responsibility criteria in accordance with FAR 9.104.

All contractors must be registered in the DODs System for Award Management system at http://www.sam.gov. Information on getting registered may be obtained on the website. Solicitation Number W56HZV-15-R-0221 is anticipated to be issued in December 2015 with proposals due in January 2016.

DISCLAIMER: The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of the information in this posting or information received as a result of this posting. The contents of any future formal request for proposal (RFP) takes precedence over anything provided herein.

ADDITIONAL DISCLAIMER: Offerors are advised that the employee of the firm identified below may serve as a non-Government advisor in the source selection process, under a specific section. This individual will be authorized access to only those portions of the proposal data and discussions that are necessary to enable them to perform their respective duties. Such firm is expressly prohibited from completing in the subject acquisition.

Technical Advisor information:

DCS Corporation
6909 Metro Park Drive, Suite 500
Alexandria, Virginia 22310

Dynetics, Inc.
1002 Explorer Boulevard
Huntsville, AL 35806-2806

In accomplishing their duties related to the source selection process, the aforementioned firm may require access to proprietary information contained in the offerors proposals. Therefore, pursuant to FAR 9.505-4, these firms must execute an agreement with each offeror that states that they will (l) protect the offerors information from unauthorized use or disclosure for as long as it remains proprietary and (2) refrain from using the information for any purpose other than that for which it was furnished. Each offeror shall contact the above companies to effect execution of such an agreement prior to submission of proposals. Proposals shall include a copy of any executed agreements. The Contracting Officer will ensure that these agreements are properly executed.

Offerors are encouraged to contact the contracting office via email in order to request an explanation of any aspect of these instructions. All Questions and Answers will be posted to the E2FDS Webpage located at:
https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=68ebbf737e8de4a503c27e0570de8e42&tab=core&_cview=1

The primary POC for this action is Mr. Michael Ivkov, michael.g.ivkov.civ@mail.mil
Alternate POC is Mr. Michael Thomas, Contract Specialist, michael.d.thomas449.civ@mail.mil
Alternate POC is Ms. Dawn VanHulle, Contracting Officer, dawn.m.vanhulle.civ@mail.mil


Industry is advised that questions submitted may, at the discretion of the Government, result in the clarification, modification, and/or addition of information on this notice. All questions will be posted publically with Government feedback. It is the responsibility of Industry, when providing any questions or comments (solicited or unsolicited), to properly mark such information that is considered proprietary or is otherwise restricted.

Any Request for Proposals will be publicized on the FEDBIZOPPS web site at FBO.GOV

Communication with the Government regarding all aspects of the Program is permissible only through the Government POCs listed on this notice.

Industry is advised that questions submitted may, at the discretion of the Government, result in the clarification, modification, and/or addition of information on this notice. All questions will be posted publically with Government feedback. It is the responsibility of Industry, when providing any questions or comments (solicited or unsolicited), to properly mark such information that is considered proprietary or is otherwise restricted.

Any Request for Proposals will be publicized on the FEDBIZOPPS web site at FBO.GOV

Communication with the Government regarding all aspects of the Program is permissible only through the Government POCs listed on this notice.

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Industry is advised that questions submitted may, at the discretion of the Government, result in the clarification, modification, and/or addition of information on this notice. All questions will be posted publically with Government feedback. It is the responsibility of Industry, when providing any questions or comments (solicited or unsolicited), to properly mark such information that is considered proprietary or is otherwise restricted.

Any Request for Proposals will be publicized on the FEDBIZOPPS web site at FBO.GOV

Communication with the Government regarding all aspects of the Program is permissible only through the Government POCs listed on this notice.

The Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS) is a rapidly emplaced, high-throughput flexible conduit system that can perform petroleum or water distribution. The E2FDS is configured into (10) 5-mile sets for a 50-mile fluid transfer capability with a throughput of 850,000 gallons of petroleum or 650,000 gallons of raw/non-potable water per day. The system is emplaced at a rate of 25 miles per day and retrieved at a rate of 10 miles per day. The E2FDS is comprised of five major modules: Automated Pump Stations, Centralized Command and Control Module (C2M), Employment & Retrieval System (ERS), 50-miles of flexible conduit, and conduit support equipment.

The E2FDS will be procured by awarding up to two 5 Year Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. Each contract will include a 2 year EMD period, and a production base year with two options. At completion of the EMD period, a fair opportunity competition under FAR 16.505-(b)(1) using best value procedures will be conducted for the award of a delivery order for the First Article Test (FAT) Production Representative System (PRS). In addition to the FAT PRS the Government intends to include options for all of the remaining production systems and deliverables.

Formal Solicitation release expected in December 2015.

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Added: Nov 23, 2015 8:48 am The Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS) is a rapidly emplaced, high-throughput flexible conduit system that can perform petroleum or water distribution. The E2FDS is configured into (10) 5-mile sets for a 50-mile fluid transfer capability with a throughput of 850,000 gallons of petroleum or 650,000 gallons of raw/non-potable water per day. The system is emplaced at a rate of 25 miles per day and retrieved at a rate of 10 miles per day. The E2FDS is comprised of five major modules: Automated Pump Stations, Centralized Command and Control Module (C2M), Employment & Retrieval System (ERS), 50-miles of flexible conduit, and conduit support equipment.

The E2FDS will be procured by awarding up to two 5 Year Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. Each contract will include a 2 year EMD period, and a production base year with two options. At completion of the EMD period, a fair opportunity competition under FAR 16.505-(b)(1) using best value procedures will be conducted for the award of a delivery order for the First Article Test (FAT) Production Representative System (PRS). In addition to the FAT PRS the Government intends to include options for all of the remaining production systems and deliverables.

Formal Solicitation release expected in December 2015.

The U.S. Army intends to procure the Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS) and is currently seeking to identify sources.
Updated information on the E2FDS will be posted to FBO as necessary. The Government will not provide notification when updates have posted. Interested parties are responsible to keep themselves informed so it is important to visit FBO periodically to ensure that you have the most current information.

This page contains E2FDS information on the following:
-Market Survey
-Draft Army Technical Purchase Description (ATPD)
-Draft ATPD -Support Drawings
-Questions & Answers
-Industry Day (held June 2015)
-Interested Subcontractors
Industry is advised that questions submitted may, at the discretion of the Government, result in the clarification, modification, and/or addition of information on this notice. All questions will be posted publically with Government feedback. It is the responsibility of Industry, when providing any questions or comments (solicited or unsolicited), to properly mark such information that is considered proprietary or is otherwise restricted.

Any Request for Proposals will be publicized on the FEDBIZOPPS web site at FBO.GOV

See the E2FDS-ATPD link for the E2FDS Army Technical Purchase Description (ATPD) and drawings associated with the ATPD.
- Drawing 11674728.pdf (NATO Receptacle): Provides the required information to assist with the NATO Receptacle requirement in the ATPD 2417.
- Drawing 13219E0462.pdf (Ground Rod): Provides the required information to assist with the grounding requirement in the ATPD 2417.
- Drawing 11682336 (NATO Cable): A copy of the drawing is NOT posted to this website. NATO cable is mentioned as a reference for a cable and plug assembly. Contractors are not required to provide a cable and plug assembly. Contractors are required to provide the receptacle, i.e. Drawing 11674728 (also a requirement of the NATO STANAG 4074)

Communication with the Government regarding all aspects of the Program is permissible only through the Government POCs listed on this notice.

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Added: Aug 02, 2015 5:49 pm Modified: Sep 21, 2015 3:26 pmTrack Changes

The U.S. Army intends to procure the Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS) and is currently seeking to identify sources.
Updated information on the E2FDS will be posted to FBO as necessary. The Government will not provide notification when updates have posted. Interested parties are responsible to keep themselves informed so it is important to visit FBO periodically to ensure that you have the most current information.

This page contains E2FDS information on the following:
-Market Survey
-Draft Army Technical Purchase Description (ATPD)
-Draft ATPD -Support Drawings
-Questions & Answers
-Industry Day (held June 2015)
-Interested Subcontractors

Industry is advised that questions submitted may, at the discretion of the Government, result in the clarification, modification, and/or addition of information on this notice. All questions will be posted publically with Government feedback. It is the responsibility of Industry, when providing any questions or comments (solicited or unsolicited), to properly mark such information that is considered proprietary or is otherwise restricted.

Any Request for Proposals will be publicized on the FEDBIZOPPS web site at FBO.GOV

See the E2FDS-ATPD link for the E2FDS Army Technical Purchase Description (ATPD) and drawings associated with the ATPD.
- Drawing 11674728.pdf (NATO Receptacle): Provides the required information to assist with the NATO Receptacle requirement in the ATPD 2417.
- Drawing 13219E0462.pdf (Ground Rod): Provides the required information to assist with the grounding requirement in the ATPD 2417.
- Drawing 11682336 (NATO Cable): A copy of the drawing is NOT posted to this website. NATO cable is mentioned as a reference for a cable and plug assembly. Contractors are not required to provide a cable and plug assembly. Contractors are required to provide the receptacle, i.e. Drawing 11674728 (also a requirement of the NATO STANAG 4074)

Communication with the Government regarding all aspects of the Program is permissible only through the Government POCs listed on this notice.

The U.S. Army intends to procure the Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS) and is currently seeking to identify sources.

Updated information on the E2FDS will be posted to FBO as necessary. The Government will not provide notification when updates have posted. Interested parties are responsible to keep themselves informed so it is important to visit FBO periodically to ensure that you have the most current information.

Industry is advised that questions submitted may, at the discretion of the Government, result in the clarification, modification, and/or addition of information on this notice. All questions will be posted publically with Government feedback. It is the responsibility of Industry, when providing any questions or comments (solicited or unsolicited), to properly mark such information that is considered proprietary or is otherwise restricted.

Any Request for Proposals will be publicized on the FEDBIZOPPS web site at FBO.GOV

IMPORTANT: A contractor attendee list from the June 16-17, 2015 E2FDS Industry Day will be published to this website on Thursday August 13, 2015. If Industry Day attendees have questions or comments on the release of this list, contact the names below.

Communication with the Government regarding all aspects of the Program is permissible only through the Government POCs listed on this notice.

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Added: Aug 02, 2015 5:49 pm The U.S. Army intends to procure the Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS) and is currently seeking to identify sources.

Updated information on the E2FDS will be posted to FBO as necessary. The Government will not provide notification when updates have posted. Interested parties are responsible to keep themselves informed so it is important to visit FBO periodically to ensure that you have the most current information.

Industry is advised that questions submitted may, at the discretion of the Government, result in the clarification, modification, and/or addition of information on this notice. All questions will be posted publically with Government feedback. It is the responsibility of Industry, when providing any questions or comments (solicited or unsolicited), to properly mark such information that is considered proprietary or is otherwise restricted.

Any Request for Proposals will be publicized on the FEDBIZOPPS web site at FBO.GOV

IMPORTANT: A contractor attendee list from the June 16-17, 2015 E2FDS Industry Day will be published to this website on Thursday August 13, 2015. If Industry Day attendees have questions or comments on the release of this list, contact the names below.

Communication with the Government regarding all aspects of the Program is permissible only through the Government POCs listed on this notice.