Load Handling System Water Tankrank System (Hippo)

The U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC) Warren, Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 intends to procure an estimated quantity of 851 each Load Handling Sytem Water Tankrack Systems (Hippo) via a three-- year, Firm-Fixed-Price, IDIQ type contract, competitively. This procurement is a 100% set-aside to Small Businesses. We will award only one contract. The successful contractor will be responsible for the design and manufacture of Hippos that meet all technical performance requirements specified in Automotive Tank Purchase Description (ATPD) 2319 Revision D, as well as all other contractual requirements. It is possible, however, that the solicitation will require conformance to a revised iteration of ATPD 2319D. A link to ATPD 2319D is provided here http://contracting.tacom.army.mil/majorsys/hippo/hippo.htm

The Load Handling System Water Tankrank System (Hippo) is a 2,000-gallon, hard walled, stainless steel potable water tank, in a steel frame which must meet applicable International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards for military and commercial transportation requirements. The Hippo is also required to be compatible with use of the Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck - Load Handling System (HEMTT-LHS) as the prime mover, as well as the Palletized Loading System (PLS) truck and PLS trailer. ATPD 2319 requires an integrated pump, engine, alternator, hose reel, heater, and fill stand capable of receiving, storing, and distributing potable water to the Army division and brigade areas and being transported by a C-130 aircraft. The Hippo shall also possess freeze prevention capability to allow for extended operation in ambient temperatures down to -25 degrees Fahrenheit. The entire system, with full water payload, shall weigh less than 26,000 pounds.

The solicitation requirements include the design, manufacture and delivery of First Article Test (FAT) units for Government testing, Department of Army formatted training materials, technical manuals, provisioning data, FAT spare parts and tools support package, packaging data, and contractor test support of Government testing. There will be a Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP) from 8 -35 units during FAT. The Government plans to order approximately 35 per month after approval of FAT.

The solicitation may provide for the quotation of a price for the technical data package (TDP) used to manufacture the offered Hippos. The quoted price will not be included in the Government's evaluation of offers

This procurement will be a competitive, best value, trade-off process acquisition, in accordance with Part 15 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations.

All responsible sources who are small businesses may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. The Government will award one contract to the offeror 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.

In addition to Hippo, ACC Warren intends to procure under a separate solicitation an estimated quantity of 954 Modular Fuel System Tankrack Modular (MFS-TRM) via a three-year, Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity type contract, competitively. This procurement is also a 100% set-aside to Small Businesses. A synopsis for this procurement will post at a later date. The Government will assess risk in the area of Production Capability in both solicitations. The Government will assess risk in the area of Production Capability in both solicitation efforts, taking into account other business the offeror might have or obtain, including the possibility of a firm receiving an award for the Hippo and an award for the MFS-TRM."

All contractors must be registered in the DODs Central Contractor Registration (CCR) system at http://www.ccr.gov. Information on getting registered may be obtained by phoning 1-888-227-2423 or on the website. Solicitation number W56HZV-11-R-0171 is anticipated to be issued in March 2012 with proposals due in April 2012.

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.

The primary POC for this action is Ms. Cheryl Williams, 585-282-7150, cheryl.k.williams.civ@mail.mil Alternate POC is Ms. Yvette C. Thompson, Contracting Officer, 585-282-7050, Yvette.c.thompson.civ@mail.mil.

The U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC) Warren, Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 intends to procure an estimated quantity of 929 each Load Handling Sytem Water Tankrack Systems (Hippo) via a five- year, Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity type contract, competitively. This procurement is a 100% set-aside to Small Businesses. We will award only one contract. The successful contractor will be responsible for the design and manufacture of Hippos that meet all technical performance requirements specified in Purchase Description ATPD 2319 Rev D, as well as all other contractual requirements. It is possible, however, that the solicitation will require conformance to a revised iteration of ATPD 2319 Rev D. A link to ATPD Rev D is provided here http://contracting.tacom.army.mil/majorsys/hippo/hippo.htm
The Load Handling System Water Tankrank System (Hippo) is a 2,000-gallon, hard walled, stainless steel potable water tank, in a steel frame which must meet applicable International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards for military and commercial transportation requirements. The Hippo is also required to be compatible with use of the Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck - Load Handling System (HEMTT-LHS) as the prime mover, as well as the Palletized Loading System (PLS) truck and PLS trailer. ATPD 2319 requires an integrated pump, engine, alternator, hose reel, heater, and fill stand capable of receiving, storing, and distributing potable water to the Army division and brigade areas and being transported by a C-130 aircraft. The Hippo shall also possess freeze prevention capability to allow for extended operation in ambient temperatures down to -25 degrees Fahrenheit. The entire system, with full water payload, shall weigh less than 26,000 pounds.
The solicitation requirements include the design, manufacture and delivery of First Article Test (FAT) units for Government testing, Department of Army formatted training materials, technical manuals, provisioning data, FAT spare parts and tools support package, packaging data, and contractor test support of Government testing. Upon successful completion of FAT, the Government will order production units; to be delivered at a rate of approximately 10 per month for non-peak demands and 30 units per month for peak demands. FAT approval is required before production can proceed.
The contractor will be asked to propose a price for the sale of the technical data package to the Government. However, the contractor may choose to not propose the sale of the TDP, without prejudicing their chance of being selected for contract award.
This procurement will be a competitive, best value, trade-off process acquisition, in accordance with Part 15 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations.
All responsible sources who are small businesses may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. The Government will award one contract to the offeror 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.
The Hippo, previously procured under the requirements of ATPD 2319, Revision B, is being offered for public viewing September 20, 2011 and September 21, 2011 from 0800 to 1400 at U.S. Army TACOM LCMC, 6501 E. 11 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48090. Contractors are invited: please contact Cheryl Williams, cheryl.williams.civ@mail.mil, and Yvette C. Thompson, yvette.c.thompson.civ@mail.mil, by e-mail and provide the date and time you would like to arrive, so the Government can schedule visitors appropriately.
Again, the system that is available for viewing is built to Revision B of ATPD 2319, not the current purchase description: ATPD 2319, Revision D. At the viewing there cannot be any pictures taken, and no one will be allowed to climb on top of or inside the tank, for safety reasons. The Government will not answer questions during the viewing; and any questions should be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer after public posting of competitive solicitation W56HZV-11-R-0171. The Government will post all questions and answers to an appropriate PROCNET page for Hippo. The Government will not be able to answer/address questions pertaining to specific design features of the Hippo viewed at TACOM.
Photo Identification will be required to enter the facility. You will need to check-in at the security desk.
In addition to Hippo, ACC Warren intends to procure under a separate solicitation an estimated quantity of 1,913 Modular Fuel System Tankrack Modular (MFS-TRM) via a five-year, Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity type contract, competitively. This procurement is also a 100% set-aside to Small Businesses. A synopsis for this procurement will post at a later date. The Government will assess risk in the area of Production Capability in both solicitations. The Government will assess risk in the area of Production Capability in both solicitation efforts, taking into account other business the offeror might have or obtain, including the possibility of a firm receiving an award for the Hippo and an award for the MFS-TRM."
All contractors must be registered in the DODs Central Contractor Registration (CCR) system at http://www.ccr.gov. Information on getting registered may be obtained by phoning 1-888-227-2423 or on the website. Solicitation Number W56HZV-11-R-0171 will be issued in October 2011 with proposals due December 2011.
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.
The primary POC for this action is Ms. Cheryl Williams, 585-282-7150, cheryl.k.williams.civ@mail.mil Alternate POC is Ms. Yvette C. Thompson, Contracting Officer, 585-282-7050, Yvette.c.thompson.civ@mail.mil..

The U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC) Warren, Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 intends to procure an estimated quantity of 929 each Load Handling Sytem Water Tankrack Systems (Hippo) via a five- year, Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity type contract, competitively. This procurement is a 100% set-aside to Small Businesses. We will award only one contract. The successful contractor will be responsible for the design and manufacture of Hippos that meet all technical performance requirements specified in Purchase Description ATPD 2319 Rev D, as well as all other contractual requirements. It is possible, however, that the solicitation will require conformance to a revised iteration of ATPD 2319 Rev D. A link to ATPD Rev D is provided here http://contracting.tacom.army.mil/majorsys/hippo/hippo.htm


The Load Handling System Water Tankrank System (Hippo) is a 2,000-gallon, hard walled, stainless steel potable water tank, in a steel frame which must meet applicable International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards for military and commercial transportation requirements. The Hippo is also required to be compatible with use of the Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck - Load Handling System (HEMTT-LHS) as the prime mover, as well as the Palletized Loading System (PLS) truck and PLS trailer. ATPD 2319 requires an integrated pump, engine, alternator, hose reel, heater, and fill stand capable of receiving, storing, and distributing potable water to the Army division and brigade areas and being transported by a C-130 aircraft. The Hippo shall also possess freeze prevention capability to allow for extended operation in ambient temperatures down to -25 degrees Fahrenheit. The entire system, with full water payload, shall weigh less than 26,000 pounds.

The solicitation requirements include the design, manufacture and delivery of First Article Test (FAT) units for Government testing, Department of Army formatted training materials, technical manuals, provisioning data, FAT spare parts and tools support package, packaging data, and contractor test support of Government testing. Upon successful completion of FAT, the Government will order production units; to be delivered at a rate of approximately 10 per month for non-peak demands and 30 units per month for peak demands. FAT approval is required before production can proceed.

The contractor will be asked to propose a price for the sale of the technical data package to the Government. However, the contractor may choose to not propose the sale of the TDP, without prejudicing their chance of being selected for contract award.

This procurement will be a competitive, best value, trade-off process acquisition, in accordance with Part 15 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations.

All responsible sources who are small businesses may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. The Government will award one contract to the offeror 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.

The Hippo, previously procured under the requirements of ATPD 2319, Revision B, is being offered for public viewing September 20, 2011 and September 21, 2011 from 0800 to 1400 at U.S. Army TACOM LCMC, 6501 E. 11 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48090. Contractors are invited: please contact Cheryl Williams, cheryl.williams.civ@mail.mil, and Yvette C. Thompson, yvette.c.thompson.civ@mail.mil, by e-mail and provide the date and time you would like to arrive, so the Government can schedule visitors appropriately.

Again, the system that is available for viewing is built to Revision B of ATPD 2319, not the current purchase description: ATPD 2319, Revision D. At the viewing there cannot be any pictures taken, and no one will be allowed to climb on top of or inside the tank, for safety reasons. The Government will not answer questions during the viewing; and any questions should be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer after public posting of competitive solicitation W56HZV-11-R-0171. The Government will post all questions and answers to an appropriate PROCNET page for Hippo. The Government will not be able to answer/address questions pertaining to specific design features of the Hippo viewed at TACOM.

Photo Identification will be required to enter the facility. You will need to check-in at the security desk.


In addition to Hippo, ACC Warren intends to procure under a separate solicitation an estimated quantity of 1,913 Modular Fuel System Tankrack Modular (MFS-TRM) via a five-year, Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity type contract, competitively. This procurement is also a 100% set-aside to Small Businesses. A synopsis for this procurement will post at a later date. The Government will assess risk in the area of Production Capability in both solicitations. The Government will assess risk in the area of Production Capability in both solicitation efforts, taking into account other business the offeror might have or obtain, including the possibility of a firm receiving an award for the Hippo and an award for the MFS-TRM."

All contractors must be registered in the DODs Central Contractor Registration (CCR) system at http://www.ccr.gov. Information on getting registered may be obtained by phoning 1-888-227-2423 or on the website. Solicitation Number W56HZV-11-R-0171 will be issued in October 2011 with proposals due December 2011.

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.

The primary POC for this action is Ms. Cheryl Williams, 585-282-7150, cheryl.k.williams.civ@mail.mil Alternate POC is Ms. Yvette C. Thompson, Contracting Officer, 585-282-7050, Yvette.c.thompson.civ@mail.mil.

The U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC) Warren, Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 intends to procure an estimated quantity of 929 each Load Handling Sytem Water Tankrack Systems (Hippo) via a five- year, Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity type contract, competitively. This procurement is a 100% set-aside to Small Businesses. We will award only one contract. The successful contractor will be responsible for the design and manufacture of Hippos that meet all technical performance requirements specified in Purchase Description ATPD 2319 Rev D, as well as all other contractual requirements. It is possible, however, that the solicitation will require conformance to a revised iteration of ATPD 2319 Rev D. A link to ATPD Rev D is provided here http://contracting.tacom.army.mil/majorsys/hippo/hippo.htm
The Load Handling System Water Tankrank System (Hippo) is a 2,000-gallon, hard walled, stainless steel potable water tank, in a steel frame which must meet applicable International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards for military and commercial transportation requirements. The Hippo is also required to be compatible with use of the Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck - Load Handling System (HEMTT-LHS) as the prime mover, as well as the Palletized Loading System (PLS) truck and PLS trailer. ATPD 2318 requires an integrated pump, engine, alternator, hose reel, heater, and fill stand capable of receiving, storing, and distributing potable water to the Army division and brigade areas and being transported by a C-130 aircraft. The Hippo shall also possess freeze prevention capability to allow for extended operation in ambient temperatures down to -25 degrees Fahrenheit. The entire system, with full water payload, shall weigh less than 26,000 pounds.
The solicitation requirements include the design, manufacture and delivery of First Article Test (FAT) units for Government testing, Department of Army formatted training materials, technical manuals, provisioning data, FAT spare parts and tools support package, packaging data, and contractor test support of Government testing. Upon successful completion of FAT, the Government will order production units; to be delivered at a rate of approximately 10 per month for non-peak demands and 30 units per month for peak demands. FAT approval is required before production can proceed.
The contractor will be asked to propose a price for the sale of the technical data package to the Government. However, the contractor may choose to not propose the sale of the TDP, without prejudicing their chance of being selected for contract award.
This procurement will be a competitive, best value, trade-off process acquisition, in accordance with Part 15 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations.
All responsible sources who are small businesses may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. The Government will award one contract to the offeror 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.
In addition to Hippo, ACC Warren intends to procure under a separate solicitation an estimated quantity of 1,913 Modular Fuel System Tankrack Modular (MFS-TRM) via a five-year, Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity type contract, competitively. This procurement is also a 100% set-aside to Small Businesses. A synopsis for this procurement will post at a later date. The Government will assess risk in the area of Production Capability in both solicitation efforts, taking into account other business the offeror might have or obtain, including the possibility of a firm receiving an award for the Hippo and an award for the MFS-TRM."
All contractors must be registered in the DODs Central Contractor Registration (CCR) system at http://www.ccr.gov. Information on getting registered may be obtained by phoning 1-888-227-2423 or on the website. Solicitation Number W56HZV-11-R-0171 will be issued in July 2011 with proposals due August 2011.
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.
The primary POC for this action is Ms. Cheryl Williams, 585-282-7150, cheryl.k.williams@civ.mail.mil. Alternate POC is Ms. Yvette C. Thompson, Contracting Officer, 585-282-7050, Yvette.c.thompson@civ.mail.mil.
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The U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC) Warren, Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 intends to procure an estimated quantity of 929 each Load Handling Sytem Water Tankrack Systems (Hippo) via a five- year, Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity type contract, competitively. This procurement is a 100% set-aside to Small Businesses. We will award only one contract. The successful contractor will be responsible for the design and manufacture of Hippos that meet all technical performance requirements specified in Purchase Description ATPD 2319 Rev D, as well as all other contractual requirements. It is possible, however, that the solicitation will require conformance to a revised iteration of ATPD 2319 Rev D. A link to ATPD Rev D is provided here http://contracting.tacom.army.mil/majorsys/hippo/hippo.htm


The Load Handling System Water Tankrank System (Hippo) is a 2,000-gallon, hard walled, stainless steel potable water tank, in a steel frame which must meet applicable International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards for military and commercial transportation requirements. The Hippo is also required to be compatible with use of the Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck - Load Handling System (HEMTT-LHS) as the prime mover, as well as the Palletized Loading System (PLS) truck and PLS trailer. ATPD 2318 requires an integrated pump, engine, alternator, hose reel, heater, and fill stand capable of receiving, storing, and distributing potable water to the Army division and brigade areas and being transported by a C-130 aircraft. The Hippo shall also possess freeze prevention capability to allow for extended operation in ambient temperatures down to -25 degrees Fahrenheit. The entire system, with full water payload, shall weigh less than 26,000 pounds.

The solicitation requirements include the design, manufacture and delivery of First Article Test (FAT) units for Government testing, Department of Army formatted training materials, technical manuals, provisioning data, FAT spare parts and tools support package, packaging data, and contractor test support of Government testing. Upon successful completion of FAT, the Government will order production units; to be delivered at a rate of approximately 10 per month for non-peak demands and 30 units per month for peak demands. FAT approval is required before production can proceed.

The contractor will be asked to propose a price for the sale of the technical data package to the Government. However, the contractor may choose to not propose the sale of the TDP, without prejudicing their chance of being selected for contract award.

This procurement will be a competitive, best value, trade-off process acquisition, in accordance with Part 15 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations.

All responsible sources who are small businesses may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. The Government will award one contract to the offeror 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.

In addition to Hippo, ACC Warren intends to procure under a separate solicitation an estimated quantity of 1,913 Modular Fuel System Tankrack Modular (MFS-TRM) via a five-year, Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity type contract, competitively. This procurement is also a 100% set-aside to Small Businesses. A synopsis for this procurement will post at a later date. The Government will assess risk in the area of Production Capability in both solicitation efforts, taking into account other business the offeror might have or obtain, including the possibility of a firm receiving an award for the Hippo and an award for the MFS-TRM."

All contractors must be registered in the DODs Central Contractor Registration (CCR) system at http://www.ccr.gov. Information on getting registered may be obtained by phoning 1-888-227-2423 or on the website. Solicitation Number W56HZV-11-R-0171 will be issued in July 2011 with proposals due August 2011.

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.

The primary POC for this action is Ms. Cheryl Williams, 585-282-7150, cheryl.k.williams@civ.mail.mil. Alternate POC is Ms. Yvette C. Thompson, Contracting Officer, 585-282-7050, Yvette.c.thompson@civ.mail.mil.

The U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC) Warren, Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 intends to procure an estimated quantity of 929 each Load Handling Sytem Water Tankrack Systems (Hippo) via a five- year, Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity type contract, competitively. This procurement is a 100% set-aside to Small Businesses. We will award only one contract. The successful contractor will be responsible for the design and manufacture of Hippos that meet all technical performance requirements specified in Purchase Description ATPD 2319 Rev D, as well as all other contractual requirements.
The Load Handling System Water Tankrank System (Hippo) is a 2,000-gallon, hard walled, stainless steel potable water tank, in a steel frame which must meet applicable International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards for military and commercial transportation requirements. The Hippo is also required to be compatible with use of the Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck - Load Handling System (HEMTT-LHS) as the prime mover, as well as the Palletized Loading System (PLS) truck and PLS trailer. ATPD 2318 requires an integrated pump, engine, alternator, hose reel, heater, and fill stand capable of receiving, storing, and distributing potable water to the Army division and brigade areas and being transported by a C-130 aircraft. The Hippo shall also possess freeze prevention capability to allow for extended operation in ambient temperatures down to -25 degrees Fahrenheit. The entire system, with full water payload, shall weigh less than 26,000 pounds.
The solicitation requirements include the design, manufacture and delivery of First Article Test (FAT) units for Government testing, Department of Army formatted training materials, technical manuals, provisioning data, FAT spare parts and tools support package, packaging data, and contractor test support of Government testing. Upon successful completion of FAT, the Government will order production units; to be delivered at a rate of approximately 10 per month for non-peak demands and 30 units per month for peak demands. FAT approval is required before production can proceed.
The contractor will be asked to propose a price for the sale of the technical data package to the Government. However, the contractor may choose to not propose the sale of the TDP, without prejudicing their chance of being selected for contract award.
This procurement will be a competitive, best value, trade-off process acquisition, in accordance with Part 15 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations.
All responsible sources who are small businesses may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. The Government will award one contract to the offeror 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.
In addition to Hippo, ACC Warren intends to procure under a separate solicitation an estimated quantity of 1,913 Modular Fuel System Tankrack Modular (MFS-TRM) via a five-year, Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity type contract, competitively. This procurement is also a 100% set-aside to Small Businesses. A synopsis for this procurement will post at a later date. The Government will assess risk in the area of Production Capability in both solicitations. The Government will assess risk in the area of Production Capability in both solicitation efforts, taking into account other business the offeror might have or obtain, including the possibility of a firm receiving an award for the Hippo and an award for the MFS-TRM."
All contractors must be registered in the DODs Central Contractor Registration (CCR) system at http://www.ccr.gov. Information on getting registered may be obtained by phoning 1-888-227-2423 or on the website. Solicitation Number W56HZV-11-R-0171 will be issued in July 2011 with proposals due August 2011.
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.
The primary POC for this action is Ms. Cheryl Williams, 585-282-7150, cheryl.k.williams@civ.mail.mil. Alternate POC is Ms. Yvette C. Thompson, Contracting Officer, 585-282-7050, Yvette.c.thompson@civ.mail.mil.
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The U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC) Warren, Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 intends to procure an estimated quantity of 929 each Load Handling Sytem Water Tankrack Systems (Hippo) via a five- year, Firm-Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity type contract, competitively. This procurement is a 100% set-aside to Small Businesses. We will award only one contract. The successful contractor will be responsible for the design and manufacture of Hippos that meet all technical performance requirements specified in Purchase Description ATPD 2319 Rev D, as well as all other contractual requirements.

The Load Handling System Water Tankrank System (Hippo) is a 2,000-gallon, hard walled, stainless steel potable water tank, in a steel frame which must meet applicable International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards for military and commercial transportation requirements. The Hippo is also required to be compatible with use of the Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck - Load Handling System (HEMTT-LHS) as the prime mover, as well as the Palletized Loading System (PLS) truck and PLS trailer. ATPD 2318 requires an integrated pump, engine, alternator, hose reel, heater, and fill stand capable of receiving, storing, and distributing potable water to the Army division and brigade areas and being transported by a C-130 aircraft. The Hippo shall also possess freeze prevention capability to allow for extended operation in ambient temperatures down to -25 degrees Fahrenheit. The entire system, with full water payload, shall weigh less than 26,000 pounds.

The solicitation requirements include the design, manufacture and delivery of First Article Test (FAT) units for Government testing, Department of Army formatted training materials, technical manuals, provisioning data, FAT spare parts and tools support package, packaging data, and contractor test support of Government testing. Upon successful completion of FAT, the Government will order production units; to be delivered at a rate of approximately 10 per month for non-peak demands and 30 units per month for peak demands. FAT approval is required before production can proceed.

The contractor will be asked to propose a price for the sale of the technical data package to the Government. However, the contractor may choose to not propose the sale of the TDP, without prejudicing their chance of being selected for contract award.

This procurement will be a competitive, best value, trade-off process acquisition, in accordance with Part 15 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations.

All responsible sources who are small businesses may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. The Government will award one contract to the offeror 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.

In addition to Hippo, ACC Warren intends to procure under a separate solicitation an estimated quantity of 1,913 Modular Fuel System Tankrack Modular (MFS-TRM) via a five-year, Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity type contract, competitively. This procurement is also a 100% set-aside to Small Businesses. A synopsis for this procurement will post at a later date. The Government will assess risk in the area of Production Capability in both solicitations. The Government will assess risk in the area of Production Capability in both solicitation efforts, taking into account other business the offeror might have or obtain, including the possibility of a firm receiving an award for the Hippo and an award for the MFS-TRM."

All contractors must be registered in the DODs Central Contractor Registration (CCR) system at http://www.ccr.gov. Information on getting registered may be obtained by phoning 1-888-227-2423 or on the website. Solicitation Number W56HZV-11-R-0171 will be issued in July 2011 with proposals due August 2011.

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.

The primary POC for this action is Ms. Cheryl Williams, 585-282-7150, cheryl.k.williams@civ.mail.mil. Alternate POC is Ms. Yvette C. Thompson, Contracting Officer, 585-282-7050, Yvette.c.thompson@civ.mail.mil.