Orbis Software Purchase

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) intends to award a firm fixed price purchase order on a Sole Source basis for Orbis Technologies (Orbis, CAGE Code: 0GDL2) 959 Spectrum U-300 software and support. The above products are required to ensure compatibility with the current data and systems owned by the Government.

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6-Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. In accordance with FAR 5.203(a)(2) this solicitation will be posted for less than fifteen (15) days.

This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotations. A determination by the Government not to compete the proposed award based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government.

Request for Quote (RFQ) number is N66604-24-Q-0684. This requirement is being solicited on a 100% small business set-aside basis. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 334515. The Small Business Size Standard is 750.

No partial quotes will be accepted. Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the latest Federal Acquisition Circular. In accordance with DFARS Clause 252.211-7003, the contractor shall provide a unique item identifier (UID) for all delivered items for which the Government's unit acquisition cost is $5,000.00 or more.

All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation, which shall be considered by the agency. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.

Items will be delivered to Newport, RI. The Government shipping method will be FOB Destination. Award will be made based on the LPTA approach with technical acceptability being determined as shown below.

Offerors shall include the following information with submissions:

(1) Quote the required brand name items, in the required quantities;

(2) Provide proof that all items are shipped from the US, drop shipping is unacceptable;

(3) Provide proof that all items configured in house are new products, gray market items will not be accepted;

(4) All resellers shall provide proof of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) authorized reseller status. Status will be verified by the Government prior to award. NOTE: Items shall be sourced directly from the OEM and/or OEM authorized channels only; If the Contractor does not deliver new hardware/software or provide proof that the items are all new products, the Government need not accept delivery. If after award the hardware/software delivered are determined not to be new or delivered outside the US, the Government has the right to terminate for cause with the Contractor liable to the Government for any and all rights and remedies provided by the law including excess re-procurement costs.

(5) Point of Contact (including name, phone number and email address); and,

(6) Contractor CAGE Code. The Government will consider past performance information in accordance with DFARS Provision 252.213-7000 where negative information within Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) may render a quote being deemed technically unacceptable.

The Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) structure is identified below:

Item Description                                              Part #                                       Qty.

Software Maintenance & support plan           959 Spectrum U-300               2

The Period of Performance is one base year and two option years thereafter.

Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the latest Federal Acquisition Circular. The following FAR clauses and provisions apply to this solicitation:

52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment

52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Service or Equipment

52.209-11, Representation by corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax 

52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors Commercial Items 

52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications Commercial Items

52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Items

52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders Commercial Items

The following DFARS clauses apply to this solicitation:

252.204-7008, Compliance with Safeguarding Covered Defense Information Controls

252.204-7009, Limitations on the Use or Disclosure of Third-Party Contractor Reported Cyber Incident Information,

252.204-7012, Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Reporting,

252.204-7019 Notice of NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements,

252.204-7020 NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements,

252.223-7999 Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors.

252.211-7003 Item Identification and Valuation 

252.213-7000 Notice to Prospective Suppliers on Use of Supplier Performance Risk System in Past Performance Evaluations

252.215-7013 Supplies and Services Provided by Nontraditional Defense Contractors

252.246-7008 Sources of Electronic Parts

Full text of incorporated FAR/DFARS clauses and provisions are available at www.acquisition.gov/far

Payment will be via Invoice, Receipt, Acceptance and Property Transfer (iRAPT), formerly known as Wide Area Workflow (WAWF)).

This solicitation requires registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award, pursuant to applicable regulations and guidelines. Registration information can be found at www.sam.gov 

Quotes shall be submitted via email to the email addresses below and must be received on or before Friday, 26 July 2024 at 1400 Eastern time. Offers received after the closing date are late and may not be considered for award. For information on this acquisition contact JP McCauley at john-paul.mccauley.civ@us.navy.mil.