45 -- New Generation Heater

This requirement is for a 5-year, firm-fixed price, Requirements-type Indefinite-Delivery contract for the New Generation Heater Model B; NSN: 4520-01-476-1467. The New Generation Heater Model B (NGH-B) will be a mobile, self-contained, ground support heater, with a diesel engine driven generator powering a motor driven blower and fuel burner. The NGH-B shall deliver 1600 SCFM airflow at a selectable 160?F or 280?F output air temperature. The NGH-B?s primary purpose will be to provide heated air or ventilation for equipment and personnel during aircraft maintenance and flightline support operations. It will also provide heated air or ventilation for ground vehicles, maintenance shelters, portable hangars, and other shelters. The NGH-B shall be air transportable in C-130, C-17, and C-5 aircraft. This requirement will consist of one basic period of 12 months and 4 annual options. The best estimated quantities (BEQs) are as follows: Basic year 311 each, Option I 227 each, Option II 100 each, Option III 65 each, and Option IV 65 each. Destinations for these units will be CONUS and OCONUS Air Force and DoD installations and Foreign Military Sales (FMS). There is no minimum or maximum order amounts established. FAR part 12 procedures will be utilized. The successful offeror shall be required to complete a preproduction unit subject to required tests in accordance with the Purchase Description prepared for this acquisition. Required tests will be identified in the test procedures and the test/inspection report, which the contractor shall prepare for program engineer approval. This requirement will also include data such as technical manuals, training materials, provisioning data, etc. Additionally, Operational Testing and Evaluation (OT&E) will be part of the required testing for this program. Offerors shall prepare their proposals in accordance with mandatory, explicit, and detailed instruction contained in the RFP. The Government will utilize the Technically Acceptable, Performance Price Trade-off (TA/PPT) procedures, and will evaluate proposals and make award in accordance the Evaluation Basis for Award provision in the RFP. It is anticipated that the RFP will be released on or around 21 March 2008 and anticipated award on or around 31 July 2008. The RFP will be posted to the Federal Business Opportunities webpage. All responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation, which shall be considered by the agency. There are no foreseen restrictions to foreign contractor participation at the prime contractor level. Request interested offerors notify Michele Milush, WR-ALC 642 CBSG/GBKBB 460 Richard Ray Blvd, Suite 200, Robins AFB, GA 31098-1813 Phone: 478-222-1954, Fax: 478-222-1854, e-mail: michele.milush@robins.af.mil. This notification should contain Company Name, Address, Point of Contact, CAGE, Size of Business pursuant to North American Industry Classification System(NAICS) 333414 (500 employees). Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals.