20 -- REPAIR CYLINDER HEAD

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format prescribed in Subpart 12.6 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), 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. The solicitation number is N40442-08-T-5229, and it is being issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-23. NAICS 333618 applies. The Small Business Competitiveness Demonstration Program is not applicable. Military Sealift Fleet Support Command (MSFSC), Virginia Beach, VA intends to award a brand name sole source firm fixed price purchase for repair of MAN (formerly MAN B&W) cylinder head and air cooler. The following statement of work is provided for these repairs for USNS Comfort: Provide services of MAN Diesel authorized repair center to perform the following work on ADG components: A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: 1. Take delivery of three (3) each used cylinder heads and two (2) each used charge air cooler for repairs. Upon completion of all shop repairs fabricate wooden boxes and place charge air cooler in one box and the cylinder heads in second box. When goods are ready for shipment notify MSCREP for pick-up. 2. Submit a service report to MSCREP indicating as found and as released, conditions with digital pictures of the components serviced, all readings taken, parts replaced and recommended future actions needed to be taken. 3. As part of the response to the request for proposal the submitter SHALL provide a certified copy of authorization to work on MAN Diesel engines, model 12V 25/30 issued by MAN Diesel. B. CHARGE AIR COOLER REPAIRS: 1. Completely disassemble air cooler, clean and inspect all parts. When all repairs are complete reassemble cooler with CFM new OEM hardware, gaskets, O-Rings and fasteners. Only OEM parts are acceptable. No after market parts are to be installed. 2. Chemically and ultrasonically clean cooler core. During chemical cleaning the flow of fluid must be aimed at the tube fins to penetrate the core blockage. Clean each tube interior to make sure all blockages (if any) are removed. 3. After all cleaning is completed; apply hydrostatic pressure at 45 psig with 70-deg F fresh water for 15 minutes to check for leaks. No leakage allowed. 4. When all repairs and successful tests are complete apply OEM approved high temperature resistant paint. When paint is cured prepare the cooler and apply corrosion inhibitor for long term storage Cooler Boiler Plate Information: OEM: MAN MODEL: 265/9/16/1-KSV-S99-20 N 192 MAN CONTRACT NO: 23405/10/154/35674 PO=011 Year 2003 MAN P/N: A11.32200-0412 at Group 322.08 ENGINE MODEL: V12 25/30 ENGINE S/N: 1045142 C. ADG CYLINDER HEAD REPAIRS: 1. Completely disassemble the heads, clean components to conduct detailed inspections to evaluate for reuse. Fire decks shall be NDTed for cracks. Upon completion of successful NDTs clean heads externally and internally. All scale shall be removed from cooling passages by acid cleaning. Exhaust and intake ports shall be cleaned and free of carbon, oil and dirt. 2. Submit all recordings, findings, and conditions of each component MSCREP in writing. Report shall also include all the parts require to be renewed. MAN Part Numbers and Quantities required shall be included. 3. Recondition Exhaust Valve and Intake Valve Seat Assemblies, Air Start Valve Assemblies, Intake and Exhaust Valves, Recondition and recalibrate Cylinder Safety Valves and relief valves. 4. The contractor shall follow MAN V12 25/30 DIESEL ENGINE manual and all repairs, workmanship and shop procedures shall be IAW ABS rules. 5. All the parts to be used during overhaul shall be Genuine MAN Prime Serve. After market parts are not allowed. 6. Upon completion of the overhauls after final cleaning heads shall be painted using the as found color using heat resistance epoxy paint. After curing heads shall be preserved and packed for long-term shipboard storage. 7. Contractor shall provide ABS surveyor attendance to prove the work and certify the heads and paper work. Heads shall be individually certified and stamped by ABS surveyor and have separate paper work. Engine Boiler Plate Information: OEM: MAN (formerly known MAN B&W) MODEL: 12V 25/30 ENGINE S/N: 1045142 APPLICATION: DRIVING 2000kW Prime Rated Alternator POP: 28 March thru 25 April, 2008 VESSEL LOCATION: Maryland POC: 1AE Matt Clark, Phone: +1 (555) 000-0000 E-mail: contact@example.gov Port Engineer Deniz Ovecoglu, Phone: +1 (555) 000-0000 E-mail: contact@example.gov The requested period of performance is 28 March thru 25 April 2008. Provide the cost of freight charges if applicable. The following FAR provisions and clauses apply to this solicitation and are incorporated by reference: 52.204-7 Central Contractor Registration; 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items; 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items Alternate I. The offeror has completed the annual representations and certification electronically via the ORCA website at http://orca.bpn.gov . After reviewing the ORCA database information, the offeror verifies by submission of this offer that the representation and certifications currently posted electronically at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and certifications?Commercial Items, have been entered or updated in the last 12 months, are current, accurate, complete, and applicable to this solicitation (including the business size standard applicable to the NAICS code referenced for this solicitation), as of the date of this offer and are incorporated in this offer by reference); 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items; Addendum to 52.212-4 (q) Other Compliances applies: Federal Law and regulation require Government contractors to possess appropriate insurance coverage for their employees. The Government reserves the right to request evidence of appropriate insurance, including Longshoreman's and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (LHWCA) coverage required to perform work on or near ships. (33 U.S.C. S903(a)). All policies shall contain an endorsement stating that any cancellation or material change in the coverage adversely affecting the Government's interest shall not be effective unless the Contractor provides written notice of the same to the Contracting Officer. Within 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders the following clauses apply and are incorporated by reference: 52.222-3 Convict Labor, 52.222-19 Child Labor - Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies, 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities, 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity, 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era and other Eligible Veterans, 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities, 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era and Other Eligible Veterans, 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases, and 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer --Central Contractor Registration; and 52.215-5 Facsimile Proposals +1 (555) 000-0000. 52.219-28 Post-Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation; Th following Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS) provisions and clauses apply to this solicitation and are incorporated by reference: 252.204-7004 Required Central Contractor Registration. Alternate A; 252.211-7003 or 252.211-7003 Alternate I Item Identification and Valuation; Within DFARS 252.212-7001 Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items the following clauses apply and are incorporated by reference: 252.225-7001 Buy American Act and Balance of Payment Program, 252.225-7000 Buy American Act--Balance of Payments Program Certificate, 252.232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests; and 252.247-7023 Transportation of Supplies by Sea Alternate III. The following numbered notes apply to this requirement: none At a minimum, responsible sources shall provide the following: a price proposal which identifies the requested item, with its unit price, extended price, total price, prompt payment terms, remittance address, Tax I.D. #, Duns #, and Cage Code. Also include the number of labor hours and the hourly rates. Parts including part numbers and prices, airfare, travel, per diem, or any other charges should be itemized on your response. Responses to this solicitation are due by 24 March 2008, 04:00 P.M. E.S.T. Offers can be emailed to contact@example.gov or faxed to +1 (555) 000-0000 Attn: Patricia Lathan. Reference the solicitation number N40442-07-T-5229.