PMS 325 INTERNATIONAL WORK BOAT SHOW BREAK-OUT SESSIONS

The purpose of this update to the special notice is to respond to industry's questions. Please see the latest attachment for all Q&A (2 June 2020). Per the 2019 Internation Work Boat Show the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) is issuing the following amendment to Special Notice N00024-20-R-2243 on behalf of the Support Ships, Boats, and Craft Program Office (PMS325). The goal of this amendment is to facilitate follow up market research and identify additional interested parties beyond vendors and members of industry that attended the December 2019 International Work Boat Show (IWBS) Breakout Sessions. Specifically, PMS325 would like to identify any organizations having an interest in and the resources to support the following near and short-term requirements: -New and Innovative Hull Forms ready for production in the next 5-10 years -Manufacture, Launch and Retrieval of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) -Unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) Underwater Surveillance and Sensors Machinery/Propulsion The feedback generated by this market research will aid PMS325 in analyzing and selecting potential alternative approaches to the design and procurement of upcoming procurements. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code assigned to these future procurements are 336611 and 336612. If your organization has any expertise in the areas listed above including the capacity to perform these contract services, please provide the following information: 1. Organization name, address, point of contact, email address, website address, telephone number, and size and type of ownership for the organization. 2. Tailored capability statements addressing the particulars of this effort, with appropriate documentation supporting claims of organizational and staff capability. If significant subcontracting or teaming is anticipated in order to deliver technical capability, organizations should address the administrative and management structure of such arrangements. [Note: In accordance with FAR 10.001(b), agencies should not request potential sources to submit more than the minimum information necessary.] PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS NO SOLICITATION AT THIS TIME. This amendment is strictly a request for short and near-term capability information and does not constitute a request for proposals; submission of any information in response to this market survey is purely voluntary; the government assumes no financial responsibility for any costs incurred. Submission Instructions: Interested parties who consider themselves qualified in the above areas are invited to submit a response to this amendment using the instructions below: Respondents should submit responses in electronic format (Microsoft Office 2010 compatible formats). Responses must: Include the name, position, telephone number, and e-mail address of the Industry Point of Contact (POC) for technical and contractual issues. -Be typed in Times New Roman font with 12-point type size and not exceed 10 pages. A page is considered as one side of a sheet 8 - inches by 11 inches. -Include the business size status. Respondents to the AUV/UUV/ROV, Hull Forms, Machinery/Propulsion and Underwater Sensors portion of this sources sought should ensure submissions address the following: -What innovations/technological capabilities does respondent organization currently possess or anticipate possessing in the next 5-10 years that PMS325 may not be aware of as it sets requirements for future acquisitions. (Amendment end) ********************************************************************************************************************* INTRODUCTION On behalf of the Support Ships, Boats, and Craft Program Office (PMS325), the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) announces a series of Breakout Sessions to be held during the 2019 International Workboat Show (IWBS) in New Orleans, LA. IWBS participation is not required to attend these Breakout Sessions and there will be no admission to attend the breakout session. The objective of these sessions is to inform industry of the anticipated program office acquisition schedule and contract requirements. The Navy also aims to become more knowledgeable regarding advancements in marine technology available for future acquisitions. The purpose of this Special Notice is to inform industry of the events and to determine interest in attendance and participation. DISCLAIMER This is a Special Notice, only. This Special Notice is for informational planning purposes and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Navy for any actual procurement of materials, machinery, or services. This notice does not constitute a solicitation or a promise of a solicitation in the future. This Special Notice does not commit the Navy to contract for any supply or service. Respondents are advised that the Navy will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this Special Notice. All costs associated with responding to this Special Notice are solely at the responding parties expense. Responses to this notice are not offers and will not be accepted by the Navy to form a binding contract or agreement. The Navy will not be obligated to pursue any particular acquisition alternative because of this Special Notice. Not responding to this Special Notice does not preclude participation in any future solicitation, if one is issued. SUMMARY: PMS325 Breakout Sessions will be held during the 2019 International WorkBoat Show (IWBS). The events will begin on 04 December 2019 and will allow the Navy to interact with industry, learn about current and future marine technology, and assess industry capabilities as they pertain to future Navy Acquisitions. This Special Notice is for planning purposes only. DATE, LOCATION, AGENDA, REGISTRATION, LOGISTICS WHEN: December 4th, 2019, see break-out schedule below WHERE: The PMS325Q/U events will be held in the Rivergate Room, which is located within the Great Hall of the Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, LA WHAT: The overall objective of these Industry Engagements is to provide industry and interested parties with information that will assist in the understanding of current technical requirements and the projected near term schedule for potential PMS325 solicitations, and also to gain feedback from industry on design, outfitting, and equipment trends that may impact future contract requirements. The Navy will use this event as part of the market research process. Schedule of Breakout Sessions: Wednesday, December 4th from 10:00am - 3:00pm T-AGS(X), T-AGOS(X), T-ARC(X) and NAV Oceanographic Breakout Sessions Anticipated Schedule and Information to be covered during Breakout Sessions: 10:00am - 11:00am: Hull Forms 11:30am - 12:30pm: AUV/UUV Manufacture, Launch and Retrieval 2:00pm - 3:00pm: Sensors/Underwater Surveillance WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Shipyard representatives, design agents, and other potential industry sources including equipment manufacturers, integrators, system vendors, and suppliers that are interested in potentially participating in future PMS325 acquisitions. HOW: All parties interested in attending PMS325 Breakout Sessions should register with Karen Bevenour by 26 November 2019 at karen.bevenour@navy.mil and include the information listed below: -Company Name -Point of Contact Name -POC Email & Phone -Number of Attendees -Area(s) of Interest (AUV's, Hull Forms, or Sonars) OTHER PMS325 EVENTS: During the IWBS, the PMS325 team will be hosting a booth (number 3463) and three Think Tank presentations in the Great Hall of the Morial Convention Center from December 4th-5th. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This Special Notice is not a contract, a request for proposal, a promise to contract, or a commitment of any kind on the part of the Navy. Please note that the Navy will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with this Special Notice. The Navy will not assume liability for any costs incurred, therefore, any costs incurred in response to this notice are not considered an allowable direct charge to the Navy. Not responding to these events will not preclude participation in any future solicitation, if one is issued. For questions regarding this Special Notice, please contact Karen Bevenour, Karen.bevenour@navy.mil. INTRODUCTION On behalf of the Support Ships, Boats, and Craft Program Office (PMS325), the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) announces a series of Breakout Sessions to be held during the 2019 International Workboat Show (IWBS) in New Orleans, LA. IWBS participation is not required to attend these Breakout Sessions and there will be no admission to attend the breakout session. The objective of these sessions is to inform industry of the anticipated program office acquisition schedule and contract requirements. The Navy also aims to become more knowledgeable regarding advancements in marine technology available for future acquisitions. The purpose of this Special Notice is to inform industry of the events and to determine interest in attendance and participation. DISCLAIMER This is a Special Notice, only. This Special Notice is for informational planning purposes and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Navy for any actual procurement of materials, machinery, or services. This notice does not constitute a solicitation or a promise of a solicitation in the future. This Special Notice does not commit the Navy to contract for any supply or service. Respondents are advised that the Navy will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this Special Notice. All costs associated with responding to this Special Notice are solely at the responding parties expense. Responses to this notice are not offers and will not be accepted by the Navy to form a binding contract or agreement. The Navy will not be obligated to pursue any particular acquisition alternative because of this Special Notice. Not responding to this Special Notice does not preclude participation in any future solicitation, if one is issued. SUMMARY: PMS325 Breakout Sessions will be held during the 2019 International WorkBoat Show (IWBS). The events will begin on 04 December 2019 and will allow the Navy to interact with industry, learn about current and future marine technology, and assess industry capabilities as they pertain to future Navy Acquisitions. This Special Notice is for planning purposes only. DATE, LOCATION, AGENDA, REGISTRATION, LOGISTICS WHEN: December 4th, 2019, see break-out schedule below WHERE: The PMS325Q/U events will be held in the Rivergate Room, which is located within the Great Hall of the Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, LA WHAT: The overall objective of these Industry Engagements is to provide industry and interested parties with information that will assist in the understanding of current technical requirements and the projected near term schedule for potential PMS325 solicitations, and also to gain feedback from industry on design, outfitting, and equipment trends that may impact future contract requirements. The Navy will use this event as part of the market research process. Schedule of Breakout Sessions: Wednesday, December 4th from 10:00am - 3:00pm T-AGS(X), T-AGOS(X), T-ARC(X) and NAV Oceanographic Breakout Sessions Anticipated Schedule and Information to be covered during Breakout Sessions: 10:00am - 11:00am: Hull Forms 11:30am - 12:30pm: AUV/UUV Manufacture, Launch and Retrieval 2:00pm - 3:00pm: Sensors/Underwater Surveillance WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Shipyard representatives, design agents, and other potential industry sources including equipment manufacturers, integrators, system vendors, and suppliers that are interested in potentially participating in future PMS325 acquisitions. HOW: All parties interested in attending PMS325 Breakout Sessions should register with Karen Bevenour by 26 November 2019 at karen.bevenour@navy.mil and include the information listed below: -Company Name -Point of Contact Name -POC Email & Phone -Number of Attendees -Area(s) of Interest (AUV's, Hull Forms, or Sonars) OTHER PMS325 EVENTS: During the IWBS, the PMS325 team will be hosting a booth (number 3463) and three Think Tank presentations in the Great Hall of the Morial Convention Center from December 4th-5th. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This Special Notice is not a contract, a request for proposal, a promise to contract, or a commitment of any kind on the part of the Navy. Please note that the Navy will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with this Special Notice. The Navy will not assume liability for any costs incurred, therefore, any costs incurred in response to this notice are not considered an allowable direct charge to the Navy. Not responding to these events will not preclude participation in any future solicitation, if one is issued. For questions regarding this Special Notice, please contact Karen Bevenour, Karen.bevenour@navy.mil.