CUSTOM ENCLOSURE ASSEMBLY

N00164-16-S-NB68 - Request for Information: CUSTOM ENCLOSURE ASSEMBLY - FSC 6140 - NAICS 335999 Issue Date: 12 April 2016 Closing Date: 12 May 2016 REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI): The United States Government (USG) is issuing this RFI announcement as part of a market survey in accordance with FAR 15.201(e). The Crane Division, Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC Crane) is seeking information on a custom enclosure assembly. The enclosure assembly is currently fabricated using a deep draw processes. The USG is conducting a market survey to determine if sources exist for alternative materials and manufacturing methods that would meet the requirements shown on Drawing 4032AS1110-1 and associated drawings. Note: FN2 and FN3 on Drawing 4032AS1110-1 are excluded from this announcement. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to submit an initial synopsis (commonly referred to as "white paper"). This white paper should not exceed 10 pages (exclusion of supporting information such as commercial literature, catalogues, manuals, etc.), with an executive summary (short paragraph) on the effort, a technical description, volume and weight of hardware, identification of risks, current Technology Readiness Level (TRL), and estimated cost. Interested sources should submit the white paper electronically or in hard copy to the Points of Contact (POCs) listed below by 12 May 2016. Per Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.215-3 Request for Information or Solicitation for Planning Purposes (Oct 1997): a) The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this solicitation or to otherwise pay for the information solicited except as an allowable cost under other contracts as provided in subsection 31.205-18, Bid and proposal costs, of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. b) Although "proposal" and "offeror" may be used in the Request for Information, your response will be treated as information only. It shall not be used as a proposal. c) This solicitation is issued for the purpose of: determining if sources exist for alternative materials and manufacturing methods that would meet the requirements shown on Drawing 4032AS1110-1 and associated drawings. Note: FN2 and FN3 on Drawing 4032AS1110-1 are excluded from this announcement. This announcement does not constitute an Invitation for Bids (IFB), a Request for Quote (RFQ), or a Request for Proposal (RFP) and it should not be construed as a commitment of any kind by the Government to issue a formal solicitation or ultimately award a contract. Responses to this notice cannot be accepted as offers. The USG is in no way liable to pay for or reimburse any companies or entities that respond to this announcement. Any costs incurred by interested companies in response to this announcement will NOT be reimbursed. Nothing in this announcement constitutes an obligation on the part of the USG. Any information provided that is marked as proprietary information will be safeguarded to prevent disclosures to non-government personnel and entities. Information provided will not be returned to contractors. The USG may elect to visit, or host a visit, from any potential sources following the market survey. Your interest in this program is appreciated. All responses shall be unclassified. All assumptions, including any assumed USG support, shall be clearly identified. All proprietary and restricted information shall be clearly marked. All information marked as proprietary information will be safeguarded to prevent disclosures to non-government personnel and entities. Acknowledgement of receipt of responses will not be made, nor will respondents be notified of the NSWC Crane's view of the information received. Do not send any material that requires a non-disclosure agreement or identify information that is business sensitive. Responses to this notice will not be returned. Responding to this RFI is strictly voluntary and will not affect any potential offeror's ability to submit an offer if a solicitation is released. No entitlement to payment of direct or indirect costs or charges by the USG will arise as a result of preparing submissions in response to this RFI and the USG's use of such information. If a formal solicitation is generated at a later date, a solicitation notice will be published. Information may be submitted by any USG or non-governmental entity including commercial firms, non-profit organizations, and institutions of higher education with degree-granting programs in science and/or engineering (universities), or by consortia comprising such concerns. The Crane Division encourages participation by small business, small disadvantaged business, HUB Zone small business, woman-owned small business, veteran-owned small business, and historically black colleges and universities. Telephone calls/questions or inquired will not be acted. All information provided becomes USG property. Your interest in this response is appreciated. All interested parties should provide the requested information regarding this announcement no later than 1400 EDST on or before 12 May 2016, at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division. White papers may be submitted any time prior to expiration of this announcement. Submittals after this date will still be accepted, although there is no guarantee they will be evaluated. The following e-mail point of contact is provided for information regarding technical programs/technologies of interest with the warfare areas supported by the NSWC Crane Energy, Power & Interconnect Technologies Division and for submission of white papers: Mr. Timothy Woodward (email: timothy.a.woodward@navy.mil) and NSWC Crane Contracting Office point of contact is Ms. Candy Owen (email: candy.owen@navy.mil. Please refer to the announcement number in all correspondence and communications.