Possible requirement of Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION-FOR THE ACQUISITION OF TEST, MEASUREMENT AND DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT IN SUPPORT OF THE MODERIZATION OF ENTERPRISE TERMINALS (MET) BACKGROUND AND BASIC REQUIREMENTS The US Army Communications Electronics Command, Tobyhanna Army Depot (TYAD) is planning for a possible requirement of Test, Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) to support the Modernization of Enterprise Terminals (MET) program. The TMDE will be utilized to support the modernization/replacement of the AN/GSC-52A, Medium Satellite Communication Terminals. Information contained in this RFI is the result of preliminary research on existing depot resources on hand business intelligence capabilities and is, therefore, potentially subject to modification and is in no way binding on the Government. There is no guarantee that any submission in response to this RFI will result in a Government program. This RFI is issued solely for market research information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses will be treated as information only and will not be used as a proposal. The information submitted in response to this RFI may be used to help the Government further define its requirements. In accordance with FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. The Government does not intend to make an award on the basis of this RFI. If the Government develops a program that addresses any submitted or similar topic, the resulting procurement will address technology and business specific requirements as defined by the Government to achieve the required objectives. Any projects developed from the RFI responses may be the subject of a subsequent acquisition, and any such subsequent acquisition will be publicized accordingly. Responders to this RFI will have no competitive advantage in receiving any awards related to the submitted topic area. Companies responding to this RFI are advised a response does not ensure participation in a future solicitation or contract award. The Government will not reimburse participants for any expense associated with participation in this RFI. No entitlement to payment of direct or indirect costs or charges by the Government will arise because of submission of responses to this RFI and the Government's use of such information. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. Responses to this RFI that indicate that the information therein is proprietary, or represents confidential business information, will be received and held in confidence. Proprietary information submitted, as part of responses to the RFI, should be clearly identified as COMMERCIAL IN-CONFIDENCE and it will be treated as such. The Government reserves the right to follow up on a one-on-one basis with RFI respondents to gain additional information or clarity about information submitted by industry respondents', best practices, industry environment, and other subjects relevant to this RFI. This RFI is for market research planning purposes only and there is no intention to acquire any products or services, or award any contract, based on this RFI. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Responders are requested to provide a complete written response addressing interest and capability on the following criteria: - Indicate Responder's capability of providing all the equipment listed in Attachment A. Alternate or substitute TMDE is not requested or acceptable. Respondents are requested to provide a response to Attachment A on their capability of providing or not providing each item. - Indicate Responder's capability provide calibration certification to this equipment that is traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). - Indicate Responder's capability to provide maintenance manuals, user manuals and calibration manuals. - Indicate Responder's capability to provide shipment of the equipment to Tobyhanna Army Depot Tobyhanna, PA and Fort Huachuca, AZ. - Provide warranty information. The Government desires a three (3) year warranty period. - Please identify any current General Services Administration (GSA) contract schedules that contain the equipment. - Respondents should indicate best industry practices that can be applied to the statements above. - A Budgetary Cost Estimate by respondents is requested with response to this RFI. - Company's current registration in System for Award Management (SAM) - Primary NAICS - Business Size - Web Page address Responses should include Company Name, Address, Telephone number, E-mail and Point of Contact having authority and knowledge to discuss responses with TYAD. Written responses are requested by 9 November 2016. Submit questions and responses to Derek Dalbo TMDE Equipment Specialist Tobyhanna Army Depot Tobyhanna, Pa 18466 Office 570-615-9377 DSN 795-9377 Lab 570-615-6951 derek.e.dalbo.civ@mail.mil