BEARING ROLLER, THIS MODIFICATION IS TO CORRECT THE PART NUMBER.

It is anticipated that a non-competitive sole source purchase order will be issued for: 1. NSN 3110-01-026-0009, BEARING ROLLER, SELF ALIGNING ROLLER BEARING USED IN 378 FT WHEC US COAST GUARD VESSELS RUDDER SYSTEMS. P/N 23056-MC-C2-W510, QTY 10 EACH, FOB Destination to USCG ELC, 2401 Hawkins Point Rd, Baltimore, MD 21226. Delivery is required within 120 days or less. It is the Governments belief that only TIMKEN US CORP , 336 MECHANIC STREET, LEBANON, NH 03766 the Original Equipment Manufacturer possesses the required technical and engineering specifications, drawings, etc., to successfully manufacture these parts and ensures fit, form, and function compatibility with existing equipment. All information regarding the item is proprietary to TIMKEN US CORP. The Government did not procure this information, or the rights to use this information, when the original items were procured. Therefore it is the Governments intention to solicit only with EVAC NORTH AMERICA AND/OR their authorized distributors. Quotations shall be evaluated in accordance with FAR 13.106-2 Evaluation of Quotations or Offers. Concerns having the expertise and required capabilities to furnish the above components are invited to submit complete information discussing the same within 3 calendar days from the day this notice is posted. The information that must be submitted includes: (1) Complete and current engineering data to demonstrate the acceptability of the offered components (i.e., salient physical, functional, and performance characteristics) and/or (2) Data that the offered parts have been satisfactorily manufactured for the Government or the Original Equipment Manufacturer. This data must include sufficient information to allow the Coast Guard to evaluate the information relative to the above requirements. Concerns that respond to this notice must fully demonstrate the capability to accomplish the above and are to supply pertinent information in sufficient detail to demonstrate a bona fide capability to meet the requirements. Inquiries/information received after the established deadline shall NOT be considered for this acquisition. The submission of this data for review shall not impede award of this contract. The Government does NOT intend to pay for information solicited. The actual REQUEST FOR QUOTATION (RFQ) WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD FROM FEDBIZOPPS (www.fbo.gov) on or about 4/29/08. Contractors shall use ORCA to electronically submit annual representations and certifications (REPS & Certs) in accordance with FAR Clause 52.212-3. It is the offerors responsibility to monitor FEDBIZSOPPS for changes or amendments to the RFQ. The award is anticipated on or about 5/13/08. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency. For information regarding this acquisition, contact the Contracting officials listed herein. This is a firm fixed price contract and will be awarded using Simplified Acquisition Procedures.