95 -- INLS/ABLTS INTERFACE SYSTEM (IAIS)

This is not a request for proposals (RFPs). This announcement only constitutes a synopsis of the future release of Naval Facilities Engineering Command Headquarters (NAVFACHQ) solicitation number N00025-07-R-0002 for the fabrication, testing, and delivery of an interface system to mount the Amphibious Bulk Liquid Transfer System (ABLTS) on Improved Navy Lighterage System (INLS) modules. The INLS/ABLTS Interface System (IAIS) includes the following components: two (2) hose reel interface frames; one (1) bow chute interface frame; and one (1) shear connector cover assembly. The IAIS bow chute assembly is positioned on the deck at the front of the INLS intermediate module to constrain the ABLTS hoseline safely on the foredeck. The IAIS shear connector cover assembly is used to cover the shear connectors on the front of the INLS intermediate causeway, protecting the hoseline from fouling, snags, and other damage. It is anticipated that the Government will award a Firm Fixed Price contract for a base year and two one-year option periods. The requirement consists of the fabrication, test, and delivery of fourteen (14) IAIS systems and one (1) IAIS Sheer Connector Cover: five (5) IAIS systems and one (1) IAIS Sheer Connector Cover are to be procured in the base year; four (4) IAIS systems are to be procured in Option I; and five (5) IAIS systems are to be procured in Option II. For this requirement, the contractor shall provide all labor, support activities, and materials to fabricate, procure, inspect, test, coat, mark, package, and deliver all components of the IAIS system. The contractor shall also provide the facilities and services necessary to perform the requirements of this contract with exception of the equipment provided as Government Furnished Equipment. This is a new procurement. It does not replace an existing contract. No information exists on prior contracts. This requirement is a 100% Small Business Set-aside. The Government will only accept offers from small business concerns. The North American Industry Classification System code for this requirement is 332312, with a size standard of 500 employees. This is not an invitation for bids and the information presented in this announcement will not obligate the Government in any manner. Solicitation N00025-07-R-0002 will be made available to interested parties on or about 09 January 2007 and can be downloaded from http://www.esol.navfac.navy.mil. The Procurement Contracting Officer is Ms. Selinda Joyner and all inquiries should be directed to Ms. Joyner via email at contact@example.gov and Mr. Robert Smith at contact@example.gov. A draft copy of the IAIS Statement of Work is available on the aforementioned NAVFAC website. All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. See Note 23****