COTS LTPC for Aerospace Ground Equipment

Formulation Improvement and Qualification of a Commercial-Off-the-Shelf (COTS), Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs)-Free, non-chromate low temperature powder coating (LTPC) system for USAF use PHASE II CAUTION: This market survey is being conducted to identify potential sources that may possess the data, expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet qualification requirements to reformulate and qualify the next generation COTS LTPC for Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) application, to include: - i. addition of suitable UV stabilizers to improve weathering performance - ii. addition of relevant biocides to arrest development of fungi and bacteria to mitigate against microbial influenced corrosion (MIC) and - iii. perform testing to confirmation of improved additive performance through additional laboratory and field exposure testing. This is a follow-on engineering effort, consequential of Phase I data received per contract W911NF-11-D-0001 (reference report/delivery order 0125/TCN 14-022). In that effort, the previous contractor (Battelle) and Air Force successfully accomplished atmospheric and lab testing to support identification and down-selection of the "best" COTS, non-chromate, LTPC system performer (Hentzen Crosslink Powder Coating No 6191-61003). This effort, if successful, will qualify a field-level COTS LTPC suitable to PACAF (UV and MIC environments) use and application, and will virtually eliminate the hazardous waste streams associated with conventional painting techniques. The level of security clearance and amount of foreign participation in this requirement has not been determined. Contractors/Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards. The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey. INSTRUCTIONS: Below is a document containing a description of the Phase I testing and results and a Contractor Capability Survey, which allows you to provide your company's capability. Qualification Testing of Low Temperature, Commercial-off-the-Shelf (COTS) Powder Coatings for Aerospace Applications, DO 0125, TCN 14-022, Dated 30 Nov 2015 (contract number W911NF-11-D-0001) Experimental Test Plan for Demonstration and Qualification of Low Temperature Powder Coatings for Use on Aerospace and Ground Support Equipment, DO 0251, TCN 14-022, Dated 26 Aug 2014 (contract number W911NF-11-D-0001) If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in the market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company's capability in meeting these requirements. Failure to provide documentation may result in the government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities. If you lack sufficient experience in a particular area, please provide details explaining how you would overcome the lack of experience/capabilities in order to perform that portion of the requirement (i.e., teaming, subcontracting, etc.) Identify any areas of work that your organization believes should be broken out exclusively for Small Business. Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research. Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged. Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed to Harold Dugger, (478) 222-1876. CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY Formulation Improvement and Qualification of a Commercial-Off-the-Shelf (COTS), Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs)-Free, non-chromate low temperature powder coating (LTPC) system for USAF use PHASE II Part I. Business Information Please provide the following business information for your company/institution and for any teaming or joint venture partners: - Company/Institute Name: - Address: - Point of Contact: - CAGE Code: Phone Number: E-mail Address: Web Page URL: - Size of business pursuant to North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: NOTE: For the proper NAICS code, consult with the Buyer/PCO Based on the above NAICS Code, state whether your company is: Small Business (Yes / No) Woman Owned Small Business (Yes / No) Small Disadvantaged Business (Yes / No) 8(a) Certified (Yes / No) HUBZone Certified (Yes / No) Veteran Owned Small Business (Yes / No) Service Disabled Veteran Small Business (Yes / No) - Central Contractor Registration (CCR). (Yes / No) - A statement as to whether your company is domestically or foreign owned (if foreign, please indicate the country of ownership). Written responses, no facsimiles or e-mails please, must be received no later than close of business 29 April 2016. Please mail two (2) copies of your response to: AFSC/SB-R Attn: Harold Dugger 235 Byron St Ste 19A Robins AFB GA 31098-1670 Questions relative to this market research should be addressed to Harold Dugger, (478) 222-1876. Part II. Capability Survey Questions - A. General Capability Questions: - 1. In regards to report number DO 0125, TCN 14-022, per contract number W911NF-11-D-0001, titled Qualification Testing of Low Temperature, Commercial-off-the-Shelf (COTS) Powder Coatings for Aerospace Application, describe your company's past experience as related to the following: - a. previous projects that are similar in complexity and scope in relation to planning, testing and evaluating COTS LTPCs; - b. COTS LTPC product formulation to introduce and improve biocide and weatherability coating additives to resist microbial influenced corrosion (MIC) and reduce ultraviolet (UV) damage to equipment; - c. familiarization with and characterizing microbial species collected from Aircraft and/or Support Equipment within coastal environments such as in the Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) Command; - d. identifying, validating and addressing microbial species damage mechanisms to aircraft and/or Support Equipment within coastal environments such as in PACAF Command; and, - e. identifying, validating and addressing UV damage mechanisms to aircraft and/or Support Equipment within coastal environments such as in PACAF Command. - 2. Describe your company's experience in regards to identifying, testing and preventing MIC. - 3. Describe your company's experience with reformulating LTPCs and protective coating systems. - 4. If Daytona Beach, FL is not available for outdoor beachfront testing, describe what outdoor exposure test locations are available at your test facility to complete follow on studies identified within test report number 100047309. Please quantify how the identified (different) test location available will not adversely affect any test data (for example, new outdoor exposure test data will need to be directly compared to data found in report number 100047309, occurring at Daytona Beach, FL). - 5. Describe your company's capabilities and experience in generating technical data, engineering drawings and manuals. Identify what software programs are utilized to generate these data products and what formats are available for delivered items. - 6. Provide a description of staff quantity, experience and education that will be dedicated to support this project. - 7. What quality assurance processes and test qualification practices does your company employ? Provide a description of your quality program (ISO 9001, AS9100, etc.). - a. Provide a detailed quality plan implementing AS9100 (or equivalent).