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Offshore Petroleum Discharge System Operation and Maintenance

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The Military Sealift Command, under the Department of Defense, has issued a presolicitation for the operation and maintenance of the Offshore Petroleum Discharge System. The solicitation number for this contract is OPDS-OM-Synopsis-MSC-12-R-3131, and it pertains to services classified under NAICS code 483111. Industry participants are invited to submit their comments on the draft solicitation by noon on December 22, 2011, to help refine the scope and requirements. Comments should be directed to Ms. Margaret Metz via email or phone. The contract is managed through the office located in Norfolk, Virginia, and additional inquiries can be addressed to contract specialists Marilena J May and Margaret Metz. This presolicitation aims to engage qualified entities to ensure the effective operation and maintenance of the petroleum discharge system, crucial for military logistics and fuel distribution. All relevant documentation and updates are accessible through the provided government contract portal, facilitating transparency and industry collaboration in the solicitation process.

General Info

Military Sealift Command seeks operators for Offshore Petroleum Discharge System; comments due December 22, 2011.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Military Sealift Command

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight Transportation

Place of Performance

VA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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DD Form 254 - Contract Security Classification Specification

PDF, High priority: read this firstspecifications
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N00033-12-R-3131 Attachment A: OPDS Technical Manual

PDF, High priority: read this first190 pages · specifications
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N00033-12-R-3131 Draft - Section B Supplies or Services and Prices

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OPDS Form C - Schedule of Total Daily Crew Costs

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OPDS Forms A and B - Schedule of Basic Pricing Data

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Form D - Performance Questionnaire

DOC, Low prioritypast-performance
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FY09 Annual O&M Budget Tracking

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N00033-12-R-3131 Offshore Petroleum Discharge System O&M

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Military Sealift Command
Contacts2 people available
OfficeNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2419, USA
Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Military Sealift Command
Office AddressNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2419, USA
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Marilena J MayContract Specialist
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Margaret Metz
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Full Description

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Industry comments on the draft soliciation are being sought. Please provide comments to Ms. Margaret Metz by noon on 22 December 2011. Comments should be sent to margaret.metz@navy.mil. Ms. Metz may be contacted at 202-433-0726.

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