Wave Buoy Support for LVI Lo-Lo Test

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for non-commercial services in accordance with the format in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13 Acquisition of Non-Commercial Items, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. Solicitation number N00167-10-T-0026 applies and is hereby issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). This announcement constitutes the only solicitation and proposals are being requested.

This is a sole-source requirement. The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD) intends to negotiate a non-competitive award with University of California at San Diego, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Marine Physical Lab for services and materials in support of specialized field testing and ship trials.

A miniature wave buoy with simple operating procedures, ease of deployment and robust data sets support is necessary to support the wide range of applications. The miniature wave buoy is the ideal sensor for the necessary applications. The University of California at San Diego, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Marine Physical Lab is the only known organization with the expertise and experience in wave buoy technologies to develop and produce these portable, expendable miniature wave buoys.

This notice of intent is NOT a request for competitive proposals or quotes. However, all proposals or quotes received no later than the due date of this announcement will be considered by the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals or quotes. All responsible sources may submit a quote that will be considered by the Agency. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government.

SUBMISSION OF OFFERORS: Offers must be submitted directly to the Government point of contact at the following email address: lorri.loveland@navy.mil. All responses must be received no later than 29 December 2009, 2:00pm, Eastern Standard Time. Offers may be submitted on a DD Form 1155 or company letterhead stationery, or as otherwise specified in the solicitation. To be considered for award an offer must include each of the following items below:

(1) The solicitation number;(2) The time specified in the solicitation for receipt of offers;(3) Company name, address and telephone number;(4) Active CCR registration CAGE and DUNS number;(5) A technical description of the items being offered in sufficient detail to evaluate compliance with the requirements in the solicitation. This may include product literature, or other documents, if necessary;(6) Terms of any express warranty;(7) Price and any discount terms;(8) Delivery date ARO;(9) A copy of the most recent Health and Human Services (HHS) Agreement;(9) A completed copy of the Representations and Certifications at FAR 52.213-4 OR a statement that information has been provided through ORCA - Online Representations and Certifications Application internet website, https://orca.bpn.gov;(10) Acknowledgment of Solicitation Amendments (if applicable);(11) If the offer is not submitted on the DD Form 1155, include a statement specifying the extent of agreement with all terms, conditions, and provisions included in the solicitation. Offers that fail to furnish required representations or information, or reject the terms and conditions of the solicitation may be excluded from consideration.

All contractors and individuals doing business with the Federal Government must be registered at the Contractor Central Registration Database (CCR) to be considered for award. Information on registration and annual confirmation requirements can be located via the Internet at www.ccr.gov or by calling 1-888-227-2423 or 269-961-5757.

Quotes that are non-compliant with any material requirement of this solicitation may be rejected without further consideration for award. If a change occurs in this requirement, only those offerors that respond to this announcement within the required time frame will be provided any changes/amendments and considered for future discussions and/or award.