Elevator Maintenance

SOURCES SOUGHT: THIS IS NOT A NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL BUT INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY! It does not constitute a solicitation and/or quote and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) number is FA2521-16-R-0001 shall be used to reference any written responses to this source sought. Patrick Air Force Base anticipates a requirement that is being considered under a sole source set-aside program. The North American Industry Classification Systems (NAICS) Code proposed 811310. The size standard for NAICS is $7.5M. The requirement: Patrick Air Force Base anticipates a requirement that is being considered as a sole source set-aside. The North American Industry Classification Systems (NAICS) Code proposed 811310. The size standard for NAICS is $7.5M. Requirement: The United States Air Force (USAF) 45 Civil Engineer Squadron and Air Force Technical Applications Center (AFTAC) intends to enter into a sole source contract with Schindler Elevator Corporation for the operation, maintenance and repair of four (4) gearless 400A elevators and one (1) hydraulic 330A elevator at Patrick Air Force Base, FL. The period of performance will be for a base year and four option years beginning on January 1, 2016. Schindler Elevator Corporation is uniquely qualified to provide this service because Schindler Elevator Corporation is the sole manufacturer of the elevator systems installed in the AFTAC Building. The software, circuitry charts, and diagnostic equipment used for program analysis and troubleshooting are proprietary to Schindler, and as such, are unavailable for use by any other elevator maintenance company for maintaining and servicing elevators. Any attempts by any other company to maintain the elevator systems without the use of the Schindler proprietary software would inevitably lead to malfunctions, delays, and problems that could impact the health and safety of the AFTAC employees. Additionally, upgrades to the elevator equipment and software that have been installed by Schindler on the five (5) elevator systems were either designed and/or engineered by Schindler, such as the surge protection system, which was designed to prevent elevator outages during severe thunderstorms. The ability to communicate and interface with the Miconic A SSD processor and software requires a CADI tool. Schindler Elevator has sole ownership of the CADI tool and any related patents. In addition, there is a key that operates the entire software system and is required for access into the system to make changes, repairs and upgrades. The CADI tool and software key are both owned by Schindler Elevator and are not available to other elevator companies. The two tools listed above are absolutely necessary for the elevator system to operate properly. In addition to the tools, the actual software for this elevator system is proprietary to Schindler Elevator. Although a diagnostic tool is available on the open market, it serves only as an informative tool to anyone besides Schindler Elevator. Should any software need repair or upgrade, Schindler is the only company that is able to upgrade or repair any software issues. Further, since the equipment was custom designed by Schindler Elevator for AFTAC, the software is extremely specific and another elevator company would not have the capability to modify, upgrade or repair it. Additionally, Schindler Elevator provides software enhancements and upgrades affecting safety and reliability. These upgrades and enhancements are only available from Schindler Elevator. As an added feature, Schindler Elevator has a remote monitoring tool that will monitor the elevators 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The system provides interactive communication with the controllers to identify and diagnose elevator faults. Through this remote system, a technician will be automatically dispatched directly from the SRM upon indication of a failure. Schindler's Advanced Diagnostic Support System (ADSS for short) also provides an action plan of faults to check and verify in order to pinpoint the root cause of the fault. This feature assists in correcting the specific problem the first time therefore reducing repeated service calls. This feature is exclusive to Schindler Elevator. Although other elevator companies offer remote monitoring systems, no other system can be installed on the Miconic A equipment. Schindler's approach to remote monitoring has been shown to reduce the return to service by approximately 25% as opposed to non-SRM units. Schindler's SRM is the only remote monitoring unit that can be retrofitted on non - Schindler units with all of the above capabilities. The SRM system was developed by and remains the property of Schindler Elevator. 45 CONS is interested in any size business that is capable of meeting this requirement. The government is also interested in all small businesses including (8(a), Historically Underutilized Business Zone, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), or, if applicable based on NAICS code, Economically disadvantaged women-owned small business (EDWOSB) Women Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) that are interested in performing this requirement. The government requests interested parties submit a brief description of their company's business size (i.e. annual revenues and employee size), business status (i.e., 8(a), Historically Underutilized Business Zone, or SDVOSB, WOSB, EDWOSB, or small business) anticipated teaming arrangements, and a description of similar services offered to the Government and to commercial customers. Any responses involving teaming agreements should delineate between the work that will be accomplished by the prime and the work accomplished by the teaming partners. The Government will use this information in determining its small business set-aside decision." As stipulated in FAR 15.201, responses to this notice are not considered offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. No solicitation exists; therefore, do not request a copy of the solicitation. The decision to solicit for a contract shall be solely within the Government's discretion. Any information submitted by respondents to this sources sought synopsis is voluntary. This sources sought notice is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government, nor will the Government reimburse any costs associated with the submission of information in response to this notice. Respondents will not be individually notified of the results of any government assessments. The Government's evaluation of the capability statements received will factor into whether any forthcoming solicitation will be conducted as a full and open competition or as a set-aside for small businesses, or any particular small business designation (e.g. SDVOSB, HUBZone, 8(a), WOSB, VOSB, etc.). All interested firms should submit a capabilities package that outlines the firm's capabilities in providing the required services. Contractor is required to provide all management and labor required for the operation and management of the required services. Include three past references with current contact information and contract number. If subcontracts are to be used, provide anticipated percentage of effort to be subcontracted and whether small or large businesses will be used. The capabilities package should be brief and concise, yet clearly demonstrate an ability to meet the stated requirements. Recent, relevant experience in all areas should be provided. Teaming and/or subcontracting arrangements should be clearly delineated and previous experience in teaming must be provided. The response must not exceed 5 pages. Include in your capabilities package your DUNS, Cage Code, and System for Award Management expiration date. Responses may be submitted electronically to the following e-mail address: 45cons.lgcb.e-bids@us.af.mil; by mail to 45 CONS/LGCA, Attn: FA2521-16-R- 0001,1201 Edward H. White II Street, Bldg. 423, Room C202, Patrick AFB, FL 32925- 3238; or by Fax to 321-494-6193. RESPONSES ARE DUE NO LATER THAN 18 Dec 15.