Fuel Cart

THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION.This is a Sources Sought announcement only. This is not a request for quotes (RFQ), invitation for bid (IFB), request for proposal (RFP), request for application (RFA) or an announcement of a solicitation and does not assume the government will award a contract or proceed with any of the above solicitations in the near future. This synopsis is issued for the sole purpose of the 55th Contracting Squadron to conduct Market Research in accordance with FAR Part 10. GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This acquisition is for the 55th MXS located at Offutt AFB. This acquisition is to provide the following items: 600 Gallon Service Cart to include the following: Low profile, elliptical tank design. Type-304 stainless steel tank. Double walled to self-contain any possible leak. Open design pump platform prevents dangerous build-up of fuel vapors. Lockable to man way and fuel fill port prevents fuel contamination. Top fill with diagonal internal tube that prevents static build-up from free fall of fuel. Weather sealed LED lighting with low current draw. LED lighting runs cool to allow for safe operation around fuel vapors. Carbon impregnated fuel hose which prevents static generation and build-up. Emergency kill button allows for complete shutdown of pump in critical situations. Fire extinguisher mounted for easy and fast access. Bonding clamp and cable to equalize static voltage potential. Particulate filter aviation grade to remove contaminants from fuels. Universal spill kit to react like "First responders" to accidental spills. Automatic shutoff fuel nozzle, not to be confused with auto-locking nozzle, this has been disabled. Flow is comparable to the experience of refueling ones car at the gas station. Sealed, leak proof, deep cycle Optima batteries for long run time and safety. Metal electrical box, grounded and sealed against vapors and weather. Ten gallon air bottle with over pressure protection. Non-skid material to prevent slipping. Painted: Tone down gray with black stripe, standard USAF paint scheme. Battery charging from the tow vehicle or AC connection. Tank drain that can be used for a sample port. Unit is to be shrink wrapped only. Standard commercial warranty included. UID not included, standard metal tag only. Commercial manual provided with system. Ship date to be 60 days upon receipt of order. HOW TO SUBMIT: Respondents capable of performing this effort are requested to furnish sufficient supporting evidence. Please include your company's name, address, telephone number, point of contact with e-mail address, business size, Data Universal Numbering(DUNS), Central Contractor Registration (CCR) number, Fedeal Cage Code, general description of the company with proven ability to meet requirements, and a description of similar contracts, to include agency name, contact number, dollar magnitude, performance period, and point of contact with telephone number. Your company must be registered in On Line Representations and Certifications (ORCA). To register, go to http://orca.bpn.gov. Respondents capable of providing this servcie are requested to submit capability information electronically to cheryl.eason@offutt.af.mil. A verification e-mail will be sent upon receipt (as a reply to your e-mail). If you do not receive verification, contact Cheryl Eason at (402) 232-8656 or MSgt Scott E Butler at (402) 294-2628 for further instructions. Responses ae due by close of business on 6 April 2011 Responses to this announcement should indicate whether the respondent is a small business, 8(a) concern, veteran-owned small business, service-disabled veteran-owned small business, HUBZone small business, small disadvantaged business, women-owned small business, historically black college or university (HBCU) or minority institution (MI) (as defined by the clause at DFARS 252.226-7000). Offerors should indicate their intent to submit a quote if a Request for Quote is issued and if their company will be a prime contractor, subcontractor, teaming partner, etc. The North American industrial Classification System (NAICS) is 332420; Small business size standard is 500 employees. This RFI is not a commercial solicitation per FAR Part 12. This synopsis neither constitutes a Request for Quote, nor does it restrict the Government to an ultimate acquisition approach. This Sources Sought should not be construed as a commitment by the Government for any purpose. Any informatin submitted by respondents to this Sources Sought. Question should be addressed via e-mail to the contract administrator. CONTACT: Cheryl Eason via email at cheryl.eason@offutt.af.mil or MSgt Scott E. Butler via e-mail at scott.butler1@offutt.af.mil