Minuteman Motor Disposal Support for RSLP

Description: The Air Force Space and Missile Systems Center (SMC), Rocket Systems Launch Program (RSLP), Kirtland AFB, Albuquerque, NM anticipates the release of a Request for Proposal (RFP) for award of a 1-year contract (with three 1-year options) to support the disposal of unusable rocket motors by washout (metal case only) and burn/thermal processes. Specifically, the RSLP former Minuteman II (MM II) Stage 1 (M55A1), Stage 2 (SR19AJ-1), Stage 3 (M57A1), Peacekeeper (PK) Stage 1 (SR118) Stage 2 (SR119) and Stage 3 (SR120) Rocket Motors, and rocket motors are in need of disposal. The disposal of these motors will allow RSLP to utilize the storage space vacated by these motors for serviceable rocket motors. RSLP will require a minimum disposal of 100 motors per year (Government will direct quantity of each type) (basic and exercised option years included). In order to qualify, bidders must have significant expertise in MM/PK solid propellant systems, disposal methodology, and government contracting. The contractors must demonstrate, in their proposals, significant expertise in the following areas and provide data substantiating each of the requirement areas can be met. Minimum requirements are as follows: (1) A thorough understanding of the MM II M55A1, SR19AJ-1, M57A1, PK SR118, SR119, SR120 propulsion systems, including solid propellant, igniter, nozzles, and thrust termination systems. (2) Extensive experience with handling, disassembly, and disposition of MM II/PK solid propellants. (3) Demonstrated ability to work with the Air Force in an integrated team approach. (5) A core team of experienced, trained, and certified MM/PK technicians and engineers. (6) State of the art laboratories and disposal facilities capable of conducting component removal, washout and burning of motors, and transportation of motors from storage locations to their disposal facility. (8) A management structure familiar with and compliant to government technical and programmatic direction. (9) Adequate financial and managerial resources to perform the requirements of the contract. Responses to this synopsis must be received no later than 12 October 2010. Respondents not meeting the above requirements will not be considered. All respondents meeting the requirements must submit a written statement of capabilities (SOC) to this office. The SOC shall contain pertinent and specific information addressing the following areas: (1) Experience: an outline of previous projects, specific work previously performed or being performed and any in-house research and development effort relevant to the specific task areas of this effort. (2) Personnel: name, professional qualifications, and specific experience of scientific, engineering and program management personnel who might be assigned to work in areas of the subject effort. Any SOC not addressing all the above requirements will be rejected for the purposes of making a set aside determinations. The SOC must be submitted no later than 12 October 2010 and is limited to 25 pages excluding resumes. Submit only unclassified information. All shall include company size status under the Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code identified below. Submit all responses to this synopsis to SMC SDTW/PKS, Attn: Mr. Arthur C. Trader, 3548 Aberdeen Ave SE, Kirtland AFB, NM 87117-5776. If you are interested only in subcontracting possibilities, please indicate this clearly in your submission. The contract is anticipated to be a Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ), 1-year basic contract with three 1-year options. Initial award of any resultant contract is anticipated by February 2011. The period of performance is estimated to be up to four years (with all options exercised). The resultant contract may contain an organizational conflict of interest clause and an associate contractor clause. Firms responding should indicate if they are a small business, an 8(a) firm, a historically black college, or university or a minority institution. The government reserves the right to set this acquisition, or portions thereof, aside for small businesses, 8(a) firms, historically black colleges or universities, and minority institutions. For this proposed acquisition, the definitions in FAR 19.001 and small business size standard for SIC 3761, size standard 1000 employees apply. Foreign firms are advised to contact the contracting officer or project manager before submitting a proposal to determine whether there are restrictions on receiving an award. The research and test data produced under a resultant contract may contain Militarily Critical Technology List (MCIL) information whose export is restricted by the Export Control Act (Title 22, U.S. Sec 2751, et seq.) or the Export Administration Act of 1979, as amended (Title 50, U.S.C., App. 2401, et sea.). Only those companies who are on the Qualified Contractors Access List (QCAL) may receive such information. Request certification and registration from the Defense Logistics Service Center (DLSC), Federal Center, 74 North Washington, Battle Creek, MI 49106-3412 as soon as possible. This announcement is for information and planning purposes only. It does not constitute a RFP and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. Based upon market research, the Government is not using the policies contained in FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, in its solicitation for the described supplies or services. However, interested persons may identify to the contracting officer their interest and capability to satisfy the Government's requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. An Ombudsman has been appointed to hear concerns from offerors or potential offerors during the proposal development phase of this acquisition. The purpose of the Ombudsman is to receive and communicate serious concerns from potential offerors when an offeror prefers not to use established channels during the proposal development phase of this acquisition. Potential offerors should communicate first with the Contracting Officer to request information, pose questions, and voice concerns before contacting the Ombudsman. In those instances where offerors cannot obtain resolution from the Contracting Officer, they are invited to contact: Center/MAJCOM Ombudsmen Mr. James H. Gill 483 North Aviation Boulevard El Segundo, CA 90245 (310) 653-1789. For contracting issues, please contact SMC SDTW/PKS, James A. Melancon/505-846-8822.