HAWK AND CHAPARRAL DEMILITARIZATION

Request for Information (RFI) Solicitation Number: Notice Type: W31P4Q-16-R-0026 Sources Sought THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION ONLY-SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCMENT This notice is published in accordance with FAR 10.002 and 15.201(e) and is a Request for Information (RFI) only in support of market research. The Government's intent is to identify qualified companies capable of performing the requirements as stated in this announcement. The U.S Army, Security Assistance Management Directorate(SAMD)is seeking prospective contractors for a 5 year, Firm-Fixed-Price(FFP) contract for HAWK and Chaparral Demilitarization (DEMIL) and Other Direct Costs (ODC). This procurement will include both HAWK and Chaparral weapon systems. Both UNCLASSIFIED and CLASSIFIED parts will be included. All required work will be outlined in each individual Delivery Order. Qualifications: 1. Each prospective vendor must have in place an effective and economical quality system in accordance with (IAW) ANSI/ISO/ASQ Q9001 or equivalent system as agreed between the contractor and U.S. Government (USG). 2. The prospective contractor shall provide information to verify the expertise to perform material disposition activities including material retrograde and demilitarization as required and funded by the Government. HAWK Missile System end items and component demilitarization procedures shall be accomplished In Accordance With (IAW) Technical Manual (TM) 43-0003-10; Demilitarization Procedures for HAWK Air Defense Guided Missile System, 25 Sep 1998 (paragraph 1.3 of this TM requires a list of items and written certification that the DEMIL was accomplished IAW the TM requirements). 3. The prospective contractor shall provide information to verify the expertise to DEMIL Chaparral end items and components IAW TM 43-0003-16. Demilitarization Procedures for Chaparral Air Defense Guided Missile System, 24 Feb 1986 w/change 3. Paragraph 1.4 of this TM requires a list of items and written certification that the DEMIL was accomplished IAW the TM requirements. 4. The prospective contractor shall employ a security company that provides perimeter video security surveillance and armed guards to provide a physical security presence at the contractor operated facility. Security is to be on premises after working hours, holidays and weekends. The contractor shall provide fire alarm monitoring on a monthly basis. Also to be provided by the prospective contractor will be the following ODCs on an as needed basis: - Miscellaneous tools - Mission required test equipment - Calibration requirements on test equipment - Expendable consumable items - Reproduction services - Forklift fuel - Mission required software - Short term maintenance or storage facilities - Miscellaneous packaging materials (boxes, tape, peanuts, paper, nails, crate lumber, etc.) - Express shipping services - Vehicle rental for training and transporting of students, equipment or materials - Vehicle insurance - Vehicle fuel - USG training necessary to perform unique missions as required - Other services as needed and required by the USG 5. The prospective contractor must have a facility located in the El Paso, Texas area to process the items during the demilitarization process. 6. The prospective contractor must have sufficient clearance to access Fort Bliss to remove the equipment to be demilitarized. 7. Each prospective vendor MUST have a facility with a clearance level of at least CONFIDENTIAL and a current inspection on file with DSS. Classification will be noted on each Delivery Order. Security procedures require the contractor adhere to the HAWK and Chaparral Security Classification Guide, ITAR, and NIPOM, HSPD-12, and DOD 5220.22-M, with Change 1 (ISL-97-1, Jul 97) and Change 2 (ISL 01L-1, Feb 01) and any other applicable changes or amendments. 8. Each prospective vendor must provide information regarding past experience provided for the same services to any other U.S. Government entities. Such information must include contract number(s), award date(s), and points of contact with phone numbers and email addresses. 9. General information on the prospective vendor's capabilities is welcome. However, each prospective contractor needs to answer the questions 1-6 above. All information received will be used only for planning purposes. It shall not be considered as an Invitation for Bid (IFB), Request for Quotation (RFQ), Request for Proposal (RFP), or as an obligation on the part of the Government to respond, or to acquire any products or services. Any response to this synopsis will be treated as information only. No entitlement to payment of direct or indirect costs or charges by the Government will arise as a result of contractor submission of responses to this synopsis to the Government for use of such information. The information provided may be used by the Army in developing its acquisition strategy and in its Statement of Work/Statement of Objectives or Performance Specifications. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFP, if issued. If the Government issues a solicitation, it will be synopsized on the Federal Business Opportunities (FedBizOpps) website. It is the responsibility of any potential offeror to monitor FedBizOpps for additional information pertaining to this requirement. The point of contact for this notification and any requests/questions may be directed in writing to Coralynn H. Woods at email: coralynn.h.woods.civ@mail.mil. Contracting Office Address: Army Contracting Command - Redstone, ATTN: CCAM-SM-C, Building 5250, Martin Road, Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898-5280