DESIGN-BUILD INSTALL BEAD BLAST SYSTEM

This is a request for industry feedback on a Draft SOW for an upcoming project. It is for information ONLY and shall not be construed as a Request for Proposal or as an obligation on the part of the Government. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this request for information or otherwise pay for the information requested. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this request of information. The Government requests feedback on the DRAFT SOW to provide equipment, modify an existing building, and install the equipment. The equipment will be a dry blast system complete with blast room for the mechanical removal of paint from aircraft and aircraft components using E-Strip GPX Starch Media, Type VII. The contractor will be required to demonstrate the functionality and train government personnel on the equipment operations. Please provide feedback on the DRAFT SOW. This project will be a TURN-KEY project. The awardee will be totally responsible for the constructionwork to modify of an existing building, supplying the proper equipment, and demonstrating operational capabilities and training. Please read the DRAFT SOW, dated 15 Nov 11 (attachment #1) for the specifications sought. A diagram of the area where the requested equipment is to be located is also included (attachment #2). Based on Market Research the Government intends to Set-Aside this requirement for Small Businesses. The Government will use a firm, fixed price contract for this endeavor. Please provide answers to the following eight questions when you submit your feedback: 1. Do you know how many companies are in the industry that can provide the requested equipment? 2. If not already utilizing E-Strip GPX Starch Media, Type VII, what modifications would be needed to conform your existing equipment to utilize it ? a. How can you assure the the modifications will work with the final product? What QC measures are put in place? b. what type of warranty would or could your company provide for the existing or modified equipment? 3. How would your company manage this project to ensure a successful and timely end result/ a. would you subcontract? b. what aspects of the requirement would you subcontract? 4. What environmental concerns would you have or need to be aware of in performing this TURN-KEY project? 5. What safety concerns would you have or need to be aware of in performing this TURN-KEY project? 6. What economic factors would influence your proposal? 7. How long would this TURN-KEY project take? a. Construction? b. Equipment Delivery? c. Installation? d. Final Completion 8. After review of the SOW, what other information would be required to submit an offer for a subsequent proposal? 9. After review of the SOW, what clarification would be needed to be able to provide an offer for a subsequent proposal?