Stationary penetrant inspection (SPI) system

AMENDMENT 02 - The purpose of Amendment 02 is to post questions received from industry and the Government's response for each.

The following questions were received:

INDUSTRY QUESTION:

Q1 - "From the System Specifications for the SPI System document:

•-       Para 3.2.1.1 (and numerous other areas) the tank (cabinet or surface) shall be large enough to completely apply penetrant (or other materials) on parts up to dimensions of 40"L x 20"W x 20"H or greater.
•-       Para 3.7.2 defines overall system dims of 132"L, 36"W (excluding Inspection Booth)
•-       Para 3.8.1 defines the max. reach limitation of 24"
•-       Para 3.8.2 defines the lifting max. forward reach of 12"

We can design the SPI System stations to accommodate the max part envelope, max reach and lifting max forward reach, but would be longer than the 132"L Max.  We can design the SPI System stations to accommodate the max footprint of 132"L and 36"W, but will not accommodate the 40" part envelope dimension nor the max reach and forward max lifting requirements.  If the Government wants to keep the SPI System within the 132"L and 36"W footprint, a part envelope of 40"L x 20"W x 20"H will have to be placed vertically (or at an angle), processed, removed, flipped and processed again which doesn't comply with the specification wording of "completely" as well as possibly smear and mask indications.

Please clarify which requirements take precedence.

GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE:

A1 - "Completely" does not mean completely immersed at one time.  All requirements are of equal precedence and must be met.
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INDUSTRY QUESTION:

Q2 - "Para 3.2.1.7 Developer Application: For what is defined you could use aerosol or bulk non-aqueous developer.  Big difference when quoting.  Please clarify preference of developer application equipment."

GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE:

A2 - Aerosol non-aqueous developer is what is currently utilized and preferred.
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INDUSTRY QUESTION:

Q3 - "Para 3.2.1.8 Inspection: It states that the inspection work station surface shall be large enough to completely inspect parts up to dimensions of 40"L x 20"W x 20"H or greater, but, Para 3.7.2.1 states that the Inspection Booth dimensions shall not exceed 36" length or 36" width.   Is the Government fine with inspecting the part vertically (top end 76"H), at an angle, over hanging the work surface or have a larger work surface? "

GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE:

A3 - A larger work surface would not meet the other requirements of the spec.  All other options would be acceptable.
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INDUSTRY QUESTION:

Q4 - "From the System Specifications for the SPI System document:

We need a penetrant / dwell tank that is 40+ inches long.
We need a pre-rinse / Hydrophilic remover application / Hydrophilic rinse tank 40+ inches long
We need a drying oven 40+ inches long
We need a developer station that is 40+ inches long
This is a total of 160 inches in length.
3.7.2 says that all this must fit into a maximum length of 132 inches. "

GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE:

A4 - Dipping of part to maximum extent possible is required, while maintaining total system dimensional requirements.  The drying oven is the only station that is required to completely enclose the part with dimensions 40" x 20" x 20".  Orientation of the part is left open to the Offeror's design.
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INDUSTRY QUESTION:

Q5 - "3.2.1.1 Penetrant application. I still don't know if they want a dip tank or if they are going to spray the penetrant on. If they use aerosol cans then we do nothing extra. They however asked for a cover which implies that they don't want dirt in the tank -  which implies that there is usable penetrant in the tank as well as the drip station must have a 500 mesh filter to strain the material before it goes back to the penetrant station.  One work surface of 36 inches is the only thing specified.  I would love to see a sketch or picture of what the person has in mind."

GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE:

A5 - A penetrant tank is required for immersion of the part to maximum extent possible.  Aerosol cans will not be utilized for penetrant application.
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INDUSTRY QUESTION:

Q6 - "3.2.1.6 E says that we need a thermometer-thermostat scaled from 0 to 200 degrees F. Will an industrial digital temperature controller be acceptable?"

GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE:

A6 - Scaled from 0 to 200 degrees F means that it is capable of reaching, measuring and displaying a temperature across that range.  If it meets all of the other requirements of 3.2.1.6, yes it will be acceptable.
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INDUSTRY QUESTION:

Q7 - "3.2.1.7 In their document, they reference that the developer will be applied per NAVAIR 01-1A-16-1. We need this document.  We also need NAVAIR 01-1A-16-2 (if it is not included with the above one)

"C" says that the spray cannot get into an adjacent tank. So -- somehow the developer is sprayed. Is it an aerosol can or do we have to supply a spray system?"

GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE:

A7 - NAVAIR 01-1A-16-1 and -2 are available online.  Form D, Non-Aqueous Developer will be applied via an aerosol spray can, no spray system is required to be supplied.
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INDUSTRY QUESTION:

Q8 - "3.3.1.1 C needs to be clarified. B- says the system shall be capable of operating on 110, 230 and 460. Does this mean that we get to choose? Or do we have to design a system that will work off of all three possible supplies?"

GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE:

A8 - 3.3.1.1.B says drying oven heater element shall be capable of operating on 115, 230, OR 440, meaning it is left open for the Offeror's chosen design.  To clarify 3.3.1.1.C, the drying oven's heater element shall be the only electrical component of the system that is allowed to operate off of a voltage higher than 115 VAC.
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INDUSTRY QUESTION:

Q9 - "3.7.1 Where do we find PMA260C13/4332?"

GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE:

A9 - This is the Statement of Work posted with the Solicitation.
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INDUSTRY QUESTION:

Q10 - "3.8 We will need mil-std-1472G."


GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE:

A10 - Available online from multiple sources.
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INDUSTRY QUESTION:

Q11 - "3.11 We need ASTMD7478, D3951"

GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE:

A11 - Available online from multiple sources.

AMENDMENT 01 - The purpose of Amendment 01 is to post questions received from industry and the Government's response for each.
The following questions were received:
INDUSTRY QUESTION:
Q1 - "Sections 4.2.11.5 and 4.2.11.6 reference MIL-STD-810G Method 513.7 Procedure I, Method 514.7 Procedure I, and Method 516.7 Procedure V. Should these references be Method 513.6 Procedure I, Method 514.6 Procedure I and Method 516.6 Procedure V. I am failing to find the specified sections in MIL-STD-810G."
GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE:
A1 - Unless otherwise noted, the most recent revision of MIL-STD 810 at time of contract award shall apply for each document. The most current version is titled MIL-STD 810G_Change Notice 1, dated 15 April 2014.
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INDUSTRY QUESTION:
Q2 - "Is there a preferred penetrant application method?(3.2.1.1) The spec calls out a max part size and weight and mentions a tank. Is it intended to be a dip application or is it open to brush or spray application?"
GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE:
A2 - Dipping of part to maximum extent possible is preferred while maintaining total system dimensional requirements.
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INDUSTRY QUESTION:
Q3 - "Is there a ventilation requirement for the form D(non-aqueous spray) developer application station? (3.2.1.7) The spec says 'a means for preventing developer spray from reaching neighboring stations etc.' The only mention of ventilation is in the inspection booth."
GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE:
A3 - Requirement is to mitigate crass contamination from station to station of the spray. Excluding the inspection booth, any processing stations enclosed, while not preferred, are subject to ventilation requirements of paragraph 3.2.1.8.k of the specification.
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INDUSTRY QUESTION:
Q4 - "Is there a preference on a material handling system? Right now our interpretation of the spec has the operator lifting the parts in and out of the stations. We build this type of system as well as totally automated with lift assists at operator interfaces. Would like clarification to ensure we are on the same page regarding meeting 'General Safety Requirements'(3.4.1)c,d and e."
GOVERMENT'S RESPONSE:
A4 - Minimum requirement allows for either manual or automated system, as long as the system proposed will meet the "General Safety Requirement" and is technically acceptable. Offeror's need to propose their own design based on interpretation..

AMENDMENT 01 - The purpose of Amendment 01 is to post questions received from industry and the Government's response for each.

The following questions were received:

INDUSTRY QUESTION:

Q1 - "Sections 4.2.11.5 and 4.2.11.6 reference MIL-STD-810G Method 513.7 Procedure I, Method 514.7 Procedure I, and Method 516.7 Procedure V. Should these references be Method 513.6 Procedure I, Method 514.6 Procedure I and Method 516.6 Procedure V.  I am failing to find the specified sections in MIL-STD-810G."

GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE:

A1 - Unless otherwise noted, the most recent revision of MIL-STD 810 at time of contract award shall apply for each document.  The most current version is titled MIL-STD 810G_Change Notice 1, dated 15 April 2014.

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INDUSTRY QUESTION:

Q2 - "Is there a preferred penetrant application method?(3.2.1.1)  The spec calls out a max part size and weight and mentions a tank.  Is it intended to be a dip application or is it open to brush or spray application?"

GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE:

A2 - Dipping of part to maximum extent possible is preferred while maintaining total system dimensional requirements.

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INDUSTRY QUESTION:

Q3 - "Is there a ventilation requirement for the form D(non-aqueous spray) developer application station? (3.2.1.7) The spec says 'a means for preventing developer spray from reaching neighboring stations etc.' The only mention of ventilation is in the inspection booth."

GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE:

A3 - Requirement is to mitigate crass contamination from station to station of the spray.  Excluding the inspection booth, any processing stations enclosed, while not preferred, are subject to ventilation requirements of paragraph 3.2.1.8.k of the specification.

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INDUSTRY QUESTION:

Q4 - "Is there a preference on a material handling system? Right now our interpretation of the spec has the operator lifting the parts in and out of the stations.  We build this type of system as well as totally automated with lift assists at operator interfaces.  Would like clarification to ensure we are on the same page regarding meeting 'General Safety Requirements'(3.4.1)c,d and e."

GOVERMENT'S RESPONSE:

A4 - Minimum requirement allows for either manual or automated system, as long as the system proposed will meet the "General Safety Requirement" and is technically acceptable.  Offeror's need to propose their own design based on interpretation.

The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, Lakehurst intends to procure the Stationary Penetrant Inspection (SPI) System. This will be a 100% Full and Open Competition. The SPI System will be a modified commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) system to replace the US Navy's legacy units. The SPI System will be a modular system, with increased tank sizes, capable of performing Type I, Post-Emulsifiable Hydrophilic (Method D) Penetrant Inspections and will be used at US Navy / US Marine Corp shore-based intermediate maintenance activities to inspect for surface defects on aircraft and support equipment components. The SPI System program shall meet the requirements of US Navy shore-based environments as well as all logistics documentation to support the US Navy's maintenance and training philosophy.

The NAICS Code for this requirement is 334516 and the PSC is 6635.

The Government anticipates the award of a Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) type contract for a maximum quantity of 50 each SPI System production units, with a minimum quantity of two (2) SPI System pilot production units (PPUs) to be purchased with the first Delivery Order. After successful completion of Contractor testing and subsequent Government testing, evaluation and approval of the two (2) PPUs, the Government plans to issue delivery orders for an additional 48 each of the SPI System production units over the two (2) year ordering period. The two (2) PPUs will be refurbished to fully-operational condition after completion of all testing to fulfill the contract's maximum requirement for 50 each SPI System production units.

The Government intends to evaluate each proposal and award a contract without discussions to the responsible Offeror whose offer, conforming to the solicitation, provides the lowest price to the Government. Therefore, Offerors are cautioned that their initial offer should contain the Offeror's best terms from a technical, past performance, and price standpoint. However, the Government reserves the right to conduct discussions and request proposal revisions if the Contracting Officer later determines them to be necessary. Contract award will be contingent on evaluation of written proposals. Award will be made on a "Lowest Price, Technically-Acceptable" basis. Proposals received will be evaluated under the factors of Technical, Past Performance and Price.

It is mandatory for Offerors to register with the System for Award Management (SAM) in order to conduct business with the US Government. To be considered for award, Offerors must have an "Active" status in SAM. Registration information is located at: https://www.sam.gov/

This solicitation and all attachments are posted on the FedBizOpps webpage, only. Hard copies of the solicitation and amendments will not be mailed. The Government will not accept proposals that are submitted via facsimile or electronically via e-mail. Hard copies of the solicitation and amendments will NOT be mailed to the Offerors.

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The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, Lakehurst intends to procure the Stationary Penetrant Inspection (SPI) System.  This will be a 100% Full and Open Competition.  The SPI System will be a modified commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) system to replace the US Navy's legacy units. The SPI System will be a modular system, with increased tank sizes, capable of performing Type I, Post-Emulsifiable Hydrophilic (Method D) Penetrant Inspections and will be used at US Navy / US Marine Corp shore-based intermediate maintenance activities to inspect for surface defects on aircraft and support equipment components. The SPI System program shall meet the requirements of US Navy shore-based environments as well as all logistics documentation to support the US Navy's maintenance and training philosophy. 

The NAICS Code for this requirement is 334516 and the PSC is 6635.

The Government anticipates the award of a Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) type contract for a maximum quantity of 50 each SPI System production units, with a minimum quantity of two (2) SPI System pilot production units (PPUs) to be purchased with the first Delivery Order.  After successful completion of Contractor testing and subsequent Government testing, evaluation and approval of the two (2) PPUs, the Government plans to issue delivery orders for an additional 48 each of the SPI System production units over the two (2) year ordering period.  The two (2) PPUs will be refurbished to fully-operational condition after completion of all testing to fulfill the contract's maximum requirement for 50 each SPI System production units.

The Government intends to evaluate each proposal and award a contract without discussions to the responsible Offeror whose offer, conforming to the solicitation, provides the lowest price to the Government.  Therefore, Offerors are cautioned that their initial offer should contain the Offeror's best terms from a technical, past performance, and price standpoint.  However, the Government reserves the right to conduct discussions and request proposal revisions if the Contracting Officer later determines them to be necessary.  Contract award will be contingent on evaluation of written proposals.  Award will be made on a "Lowest Price, Technically-Acceptable" basis.  Proposals received will be evaluated under the factors of Technical, Past Performance and Price.

It is mandatory for Offerors to register with the System for Award Management (SAM) in order to conduct business with the US Government.  To be considered for award, Offerors must have an "Active" status in SAM.  Registration information is located at: https://www.sam.gov/

This solicitation and all attachments are posted on the FedBizOpps webpage, only.  Hard copies of the solicitation and amendments will not be mailed.  The Government will not accept proposals that are submitted via facsimile or electronically via e-mail.  Hard copies of the solicitation and amendments will NOT be mailed to the Offerors.

The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, Lakehurst intends to procure, on a full and open competitive basis, the Stationary Penetrant Inspection (SPI) System. The SPI System will be a modified commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) system to replace the US Navy's legacy units. The SPI System will be a modular system, with increased tank sizes, capable of performing Type I, Post-Emulsifiable Hydrophilic (Method D) Penetrant Inspections and will be used at US Navy / US Marine Corp shore-based intermediate maintenance activities to inspect for surface defects on aircraft and support equipment components. The SPI System program shall meet the requirements of US Navy shore-based environments as well as all logistics documentation to support the US Navy's maintenance and training philosophy.

The NAICS Code for this requirement is 334516 and the PSC is 6635.

The Government anticipates the award of a Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type contract for a maximum quantity of 50 each SPI System production units, with a minimum quantity of two (2) SPI System pilot production units (PPUs) to be purchased with the first Delivery Order. The PPUs shall be presented for contractor testing and inspection no later than 360 days after award of the first Delivery Order. After successful completion of contractor testing and subsequent government testing, evaluation and approval of the two (2) PPUs, the government plans to issue delivery orders for an additional 48 each of the SPI System production units over the two (2) year ordering period. The two (2) PPUs will be refurbished to fully-operational condition after completion of all testing to fulfill the maximum requirement for 50 each SPI System production units.

Contract award will be contingent on evaluation of written proposals. Award will be made on a "Lowest Price, Technically-Acceptable" basis. Proposals received will be evaluated under the factors of Technical, Past Performance and Price.

It is mandatory for Offerors to register with the System for Award Management (SAM) in order to conduct business with the US Government. To be considered for award, Offerors must have an "Active" status in SAM. Registration information is located at: https://www.sam.gov/

The solicitation will be posted on the FedBizOpps webpage on or about 29 May 2015. Hard copies of the solicitation and amendments will not be mailed. The applicable requirements documents will not be made available until after release of the solicitation. The Government will not accept proposals that are submitted via facsimile or electronically via e-mail. Hard copies of the solicitation and amendments will NOT be mailed to the Offerors. William Waterhouse, Contract Specialist, is the Primary Point of Contact for all questions and/or inquiries pertaining to this announcement. Contact information is listed above.

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The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, Lakehurst intends to procure, on a full and open competitive basis, the Stationary Penetrant Inspection (SPI) System.  The SPI System will be a modified commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) system to replace the US Navy's legacy units. The SPI System will be a modular system, with increased tank sizes, capable of performing Type I, Post-Emulsifiable Hydrophilic (Method D) Penetrant Inspections and will be used at US Navy / US Marine Corp shore-based intermediate maintenance activities to inspect for surface defects on aircraft and support equipment components. The SPI System program shall meet the requirements of US Navy shore-based environments as well as all logistics documentation to support the US Navy's maintenance and training philosophy. 

The NAICS Code for this requirement is 334516 and the PSC is 6635.

The Government anticipates the award of a Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type contract for a maximum quantity of 50 each SPI System production units, with a minimum quantity of two (2) SPI System pilot production units (PPUs) to be purchased with the first Delivery Order.  The PPUs shall be presented for contractor testing and inspection no later than 360 days after award of the first Delivery Order.  After successful completion of contractor testing and subsequent government testing, evaluation and approval of the two (2) PPUs, the government plans to issue delivery orders for an additional 48 each of the SPI System production units over the two (2) year ordering period.  The two (2) PPUs will be refurbished to fully-operational condition after completion of all testing to fulfill the maximum requirement for 50 each SPI System production units.

Contract award will be contingent on evaluation of written proposals.  Award will be made on a "Lowest Price, Technically-Acceptable" basis.  Proposals received will be evaluated under the factors of Technical, Past Performance and Price.

It is mandatory for Offerors to register with the System for Award Management (SAM) in order to conduct business with the US Government.  To be considered for award, Offerors must have an "Active" status in SAM.  Registration information is located at: https://www.sam.gov/

The solicitation will be posted on the FedBizOpps webpage on or about 29 May 2015.  Hard copies of the solicitation and amendments will not be mailed. The applicable requirements documents will not be made available until after release of the solicitation. The Government will not accept proposals that are submitted via facsimile or electronically via e-mail.  Hard copies of the solicitation and amendments will NOT be mailed to the Offerors.  William Waterhouse, Contract Specialist, is the Primary Point of Contact for all questions and/or inquiries pertaining to this announcement.  Contact information is listed above.