Zygo Interferometer

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION #:    N0017823RC623

Submitted by: Karen Major

NAICS Code:  334511

FSC/PSC Code:  6650

Anticipated Date to be published in SAM.gov:  17 July 2023

Anticipated Closing Date: 24 July 2023

Contracts POC Name:  Karen Major

Telephone#:  540-742-8863

Email Address:  Karen.l.major7.civ@us.navy.mil

Code and Description:  66 – Optical Instruments, Test Equipment, Components and Accessories

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.   

Synopsis/Solicitation N0017823RC623 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).  The synopsis/solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Regulation as indicated in the attached SF1449.  The SF1449 form is being utilized to generate the applicable clauses from the Standard Procurement System. 

This requirement is not eligible for small business set-aside.

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) intends to award on a sole source basis to Zygo Corporation for a Zygo Interferometer.  Zygo Corporation is located in Middlefield, CT.

The Zygo Interferometer system Mx operating software is already approved for use at NSWCDD.  Failure to procure this specific equipment will result in a lack of NSWCDD’s capability to ensure optical components meet the necessary requirements.  The required acquisition systems are exclusive to Zygo Corporation. 

Please include shipping/freight cost for FOB destination Dahlgren, VA 22448-5114. Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) will be utilized for award in accordance with FAR Part 13.  The order shall be firm fixed price.  

All responsible offerors must submit, with its offer, the representation required in paragraph (c) of FAR solicitation provision 52.212-3. Offerors must complete the following representations when the resulting contract is for supplies to be delivered or services to be performed in the United States or its outlying areas, or when the contracting officer has applied FAR Part 19. All offerors may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency.  The completion and submission to the Government of an offer shall indicate the Offeror’s unconditional agreement to the terms and conditions in this solicitation. Offers may be rejected if an exception to the terms or conditions set forth in this solicitation is taken.

At time of proposal submission please submit any historical data and published pricing.  Award will be made based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable.

In order to be eligible for award, firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).  Offerors may obtain information on registration in SAM by calling 866-606-8220, or via the Internet at https://www.sam.gov.

Proposal is due 24 July 2023, no later than 12:00 p.m. EST with an anticipated award date by 16 August 2023.  Questions and responses regarding this synopsis/solicitation may be submitted by e-mail to karen.l.major7.civ@us.navy.mil  prior to the RFP closing.  Please be sure to include Synopsis/Solicitation Number N0017823RC623 in the subject line.

Attachments –

-SF1449:  Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items