Training Vessels

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6 and FAR Part 13.5- Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Products and Commercial Services, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2025-05. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued. The Government intends to award one (1) firm-fixed price award as a result of this solicitation.

The Government is soliciting a Request of Quote (RFQ). The Government is soliciting for an RFQ.  In accordance with FAR 13. 0004, a quotation is not an offer and, consequently, cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Therefore, issuance by the Government of an order in response to a supplier’s quotation does not establish a contract. The order is an offer by the Government to the supplier to buy certain supplies or services upon specified terms and conditions. A contract is established when the supplier accepts the offer.

The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date. In the event the Government cancels this solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse an offeror for any costs.

This solicitation requires registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to submission of offer, prior to award, and at time of award pursuant to applicable regulations and guidelines. Registration information can be found at www.sam.gov.   All offerors with an invalid or inactive registration will be removed from the solicitation as ineligible to participate for award.

See attached SF1449 RFQ and Technical Exhibit #1 for details.  Ensure to review FAR 52.212-2 of the solicitation for details.

Brand Name or Equal –
Offeror may submit quotes for alternate brand name items, provided those items meet all of the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics specified by this solicitation.

Offeror SHALL enter exactly what they are offering (including make, model, and description) into Technical Exhibit (TE) #1: Specifications for Evaluation Submission Sheet Contender in order for the quote to be considered and evaluated. The government will evaluate 'equal' items on the basis of information furnished by the Offeror or identified in the quote and reasonably available to the government. The government is not responsible for locating or obtaining any information not identified in the quote. Please see Technical Exhibit #1 for specifications. Alternative Brand must have all equal specification provided as instruction in TE #1 to be deemed acceptable. Alternative Brand Name and/or Models must have an official specification sheet, brochures, and any other supporting documentation related to custom features included in the submission.

Please provide Make/Model/description/unit price/total price (Must include all cost associated with shipping and delivery) on SF 1149 Form for Line Item 0001.  Offerors must have a completed signed TE#1 with supporting documentation and SF1149 to be evaluated.

Acceptance of an award certifies that the contractor will comply with FAR 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons by notifying all employees and subcontractors at all levels.

Debriefs are not authorized under this solicitation. In accordance with FAR13.106-3(d) Request for Information, a brief explanation may be provided when requested.

Evaluation for Award
The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: price, technical acceptance, past performance, and delivery of the item offered to meet the Government requirements.

Delivery/Shipping Address. POC and other delivery/visitors passes/shipping addresses will be provided after award. FLETC

1131 Chapel Crossing

Warehouse Building 2400

GLYNCO, GA 31524

Special Delivery/Installation Instructions
Delivery must be made within the days stated below after receipt of order (ARO). The offeror must provide within its offer the number of days required to make delivery after it receives a purchase order from the buyer as part of the evaluation process.

180 Day(s) - Required (No. of calendar days after receipt of order (ARO) by which the government request the Awardee to deliver)
Shipping Condition
Shipping must be free on board (FOB) destination CONUS (Continental U.S.), which means that the seller
must deliver the goods on its conveyance at the destination specified by the buyer, and the seller is responsible for the cost of shipping and risk of loss prior to actual delivery at the specified destination.

Equipment Condition

New Equipment ONLY; No remanufactured or "gray market" items. All items must be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty. 

Questions may be receieved no later than 1000 ET Friday September 19, 2025 to gary.n.scidmore@fletc.dhs.gov.  A Questions and Answers will be provided if necessary that same day.

Submission Requirements:

1.  Provide signed 1449 and statement of compliance with FAR 52.222-50 prior to close date listed on SF1449.
2.  Fill out and provide TE#1 in accordance with information above
3.  Price quote with delivery

Line Items Quote MUST be good for 30 calendar days after close of Buy.