GMDSS SUITE FOR USNS DIEHL

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format prescribed in Subpart 12.6 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation number is N40442-12-T-1018, and it is being issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-55, effective January 3, 2012. NAICS code 334290 applies. This is a small business set-aside. Military Sealift Fleet Support Command (MSFSC), Norfolk, VA intends to award a firm fixed price purchase order for USNS DIEHL for the following Brand Name Only parts (see attached Sole Source Document): Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS )Suite (SEE ATTACHED amended PARTS LIST). 1.0 ABSTRACT 1.1 This item describes the replacement of the existing GMDSS Suite with new IMO /SOLAS approved GMDSS Suite . 2.0 DESCRIPTION 2.1 The GMDSS System shall have the following salient characteristics: 1) Console - Max width: Up to 52" - Totally enclosed. - Hinged front door - Integral battery stowage - Integral DC distribution system with component over-current devices. - External color shall be Grey. 2) Equipment -touch screen similar to present cell phones (optional). - One (1) MF/HF SSB 150 watt radiotelephone (2187.5 DSC) - Two Class "A" VHF/DSC Radios - Integral DC Power Distribution Box - One (1) radio handset - Two (2) INMARSAT C terminals - Two (2) INMARSAT C Keyboards - Two (2) INMARSAT C touch screen message display (VDU) - Single point entry to the various sub-systems for maintenance. - One (1) emergency light, - Dual Battery Chargers. 3) Certificates and approvals -provide applicable certificates and approvals. - IMO/SOLAS/FCC/USCG/ABS approved - Wheelmark documentation 3) Demonstrate world-wide service to meet the following requirements. All times upon reflect receipt of order (ROO) and travel by any means is accepted. - 24 hour arrival from ROO for the following areas and ports - o CONUS o Hawaii o Singapore o Japan o Korea Peninsula o Arabian Gulf o Meditterrean Sea o Western Europe - 48 hours arrival from ROO for the following areas and Ports - o Guam o Australia MANUFACTURER: SAILOR END ITEM APPLICATION: GMDSS A3 150W mini-C/mini-C - Incl console Shipping address for this item is Norfolk, VA 23511 The requested delivery date for the above items is 14 May 2012. Please provide the cost of freight charges if applicable. Estimated Delivery Date if Different than Requested Date_________ Are items being imported? ________ If so, from what country? ____________ The following FAR and DFAR provisions and clauses apply to this solicitation and are incorporated by reference: 52.204-7 Central Contractor Registration; 52.211-6 Brand Name or Equal 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items; 52.212-3 Alt I Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items (Offerors are advised to include a completed copy of this provision with their quote or a statement stating that it is available via the ORCA website, http://orca.bpn.gov.) 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items; 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items 52.204-10 Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards 52.209-6 Protecting the Government' Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment 52.219-28 Post-Award Small Business Program Representation. 52.222-3 Convict Labor, 52.222-19 Child Labor - Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies, 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities, 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity, 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Disabled Veterans 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities, 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans 52.223-18 Contractor Policy to Ban Text Messaging While Driving 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases, and 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer --Central Contractor Registration 52.215-5 Facsimile Proposals: +1 (555) 000-0000 52.232-18 Availability of Funds (only used with an unapproved budget, not standard) 252.204-7004 Required Central Contractor Registration Alternate A; 252.211-7003 Item Identification and Valuation; 252.212-7001 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Application to Defense Acquisition of Commercial Items 252.203-7000 Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials 252.225-7001 Buy American Act and Balance of Payment Program, 252.232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests; and 252.247-7023 Transportation of Supplies by Sea 252.247-7023 Transportation of Supplies by Sea Alternate III 252.225-7000 Buy American Act and Balance of Payment Program Certificate, WOOD PACKAGING MATERIAL (WPM) - ADDITIONAL DELIVERY INSTRUCTIONS: In accordance with the requirements of International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM) 15, the following commercial heat treatment process has been approved by the American Lumber Standards Committee (ALSC) and is required for all Wood Packaging Material (WPM). WPM is defined as wood pallets, skids, load boards, pallet collars, wooden boxes, reels, dunnage, crates, frames, and cleats. Packaging materials exempt from the requirements are materials that have undergone a manufacturing process such as corrugated fiberboard, plywood, particleboard, veneer and oriented strand board. All WPM shall be constructed from Heat Treated (HT to 56 degrees Centigrade for 30 minutes) lumber and certified by an accredited agency recognized by the ALSC in accordance with Wood Packaging Material Policy and Wood Packaging Material Enforcement Regulations (see URL: http://www.alsc.org). All materials must include certification markings in accordance with ALSC standards and be placed in an unobstructed area that will be readily visible to inspectors. Pallet markings shall be applied to the stringer or block on diagonally opposite sides and ends of the pallet and be contrasting and clearly visible. All dunnage used in configuring and/or securing the load shall also comply with ISPM 15 and be marked with an ALSC approved "DUNNAGE" stamp. Failure to comply with the requirements of this restriction may result in refusal, destruction, or treatment of materials at the point of entry. 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause my be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): http://www.arnet.gov/far Responsible sources shall provide the following: 1. Price quote which identifies the requested item(s), unit price, and extended price 2. Total price 3. Prompt Payment Terms 4. Remittance address, Tax Identification Number, DUNS number and Cage Code 5. Responses to this solicitation are due 24 February 2012 at 1200 local time, Norfolk, VA. LATE QUOTES MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR EVALUATION. Quotes may be emailed to contact@example.gov or faxed via +1 (555) 000-0000 Attn: Dianne Pope. Please reference the solicitation number on your quote. MSFSC INVOICE INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHIPPING CHARGES At the time of invoice, a shipping receipt must be provided to substantiate shipping or freight charges greater than $25.00. BASIS FOR AWARD: Award will be made to the responsible, technically acceptable quoter, whose quote, conforming to the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, offers the lowest evaluated price. SHIP & BASE ACCESS Vendors are responsible for correctly submitting forms/applications. Vendors are encouraged to monitor email using "Request a Read Receipt" function and to confirm receipt of facsimile transmissions. Due to enhanced security measures, ship and base access is required for pre-award ship visits (e.g. ship-check) and for contract performance. Specifically the following permissions are required: 1. El Paso Intelligence Center (EPIC) personnel screening requirement 2. Base/Repair Facility Access Request 3. Vehicle Access Request 4. Ship Access List (vendor-provided) All forms are available for download on the MSC contracts webpage at http://www.msc.navy.mil. Click on "Contracts" in the upper right corner. "EPIC template" is under "Reference" subheading. Click on "Online Library of Common Documents" for all other forms. EPIC: Required for access to MSC vessels. Complete EPIC form strictly adhering to format requirements and forward to (CONUS East Coast repairs) MSFSC(underscore)EPIC(underscore)contact@example.gov and (CONUS West Coast and HI repairs) contact@example.gov. EPIC personnel screening requests are desired seven calendar days prior to performance start date. Requests will be managed as expeditiously as circumstances permit. Vendor will be notified by MSFSC of personnel who are denied access to the vessel. Base/Repair Facility Access: Permit is required to access Navy facilities. Base/Repair Facility Access Request is desired seven days prior to ship check or performance start date. Submit forms per the document instruction and to the Port Engineer. A courtesy copy (CONUS West Coast performance locations only) to Ermanno Magliulo, Engineering Director, at contact@example.gov will be appreciated. RAPIDGate is being implemented for access to DoD facilities in CONUS, HI, Guam and Puerto Rico. Vendor is responsible to acquire RAPIDGate status and destination base individual access badge(s) activation prior to performance start date. Delays that may result from inadequate planning are contractor responsibility. Vendor instructions and program information is available at http://www.RAPIDGate.com or tel. +1 (555) 000-0000. RAPIDGate access requires (in succession) (1) Individual Base Commander approval for vendor to access base, (2) Successful vendor RAPIDGate company annual enrollment, (3) Company employee individual enrollment and possession of RAPIDGate identification badge for single base or multiple base (enterprise) access. Vendor is responsible to confirm that each employee held annual RAPIDGate badge is active for the specific facility and performance period in accordance with RAPIDGate User Agreement (http://www.RAPIDGate.com). Additional access permissions may be required such as Navy Base Point Loma "Enclave Access request form". Vehicle Access: Required for vehicle access to Navy facilities. Follow supplemental instructions on Base Access forms or base-specific vehicle access forms. Ship Access List* (Vendor-Provided): On company letterhead attachment via email, the vendor is required to provide the ship master (courtesy copy the Port Engineer) with an accurate, current list of performing personnel prior to being admitted aboard the vessel. Under no circumstances will a hand-delivered list be accepted.