Fire Extinguisher & Suppression System Inspection Services

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 solicitation number FA2521-15-R-0006 shall be used to reference any written responses to this sources sought. Patrick Air Force Base anticipates a requirement that is being considered under a small business set-aside program. The North American Industry Classification Systems (NAICS) Code proposed 561990. The size standard for NAICS is $10M. The requirement is to inspect, service and repair wet and dry chemical fire suppression systems as well as inspect, service and certify all wheeled and handheld portable fire extinguishers. Draft PWS is attached. Salient Characteristics: Inventory includes: Handheld Portable Fire Extinguishers: Quantity: 1500 est Common sizes and types include but are not limited to: 5 lb. ABC's to 30 lb. Class D Lith-X, Met-L-X, 10-17 lb. Co2, 2.5 gallon water, 2.5 gallon Foam, FM-200, and Class K Wet Chemical. Inspection Schedule: - o Annual - o 6-Year - o 12-Year 150Lb Wheeled Fire Extinguishers: Quantity: 34 est Type: Halon and ABC Dry Chemical Inspection Schedule: - o Monthly - o Annual - o 6-Year - o 12-Year Wet & Dry Chemical Suppression Systems: Quantity: 34 est Type: Guardian III Class K wet chemical, Class K wet chemical, and ABC Dry Chemical Inspection Schedule: - o Semi-Annual - o Annual The government is 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), SDB, WOSB, VOSB, etc.). Services Capabilities Package. 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: christina.johnsen@us.af.mil and janie.gray.1@us.af.mil; by mail to 45 CONS/LGCAB, Attn: FA2521-15-R-0006, 1201 Edward H. White II Street, Bldg. 423, Room C-202, Patrick AFB, FL 32925-3238; or by Fax to 321-494-6193. RESPONSES ARE DUE NO LATER THAN 23 Feb 15 by 0900 EST. Approved Patricia A. Bates Contracting Officer