RFI - replacement of vertical close coupled in-line centrifugal pumps for USCG cutters

USCG SPECIAL NOTICE - REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI): The Government is issuing this RFI as part of a market survey in accordance with FAR 15.201(e) to determine the potential sources and technical capability of industry to provide the USCG Ice Breaker, Buoy, and Construction Tenders (IBCT) Product Line (PL) Electrical Engineering Division with information about industry ability to provide various Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) vertical close coupled in-line centrifugal pumps. The vertical close coupled in-line centrifugal pumps incorporate a vertically mounted motor that bolts directly to a pump casing with in-line suction and discharge flanges. All the pumps must be made by the same manufacturer, but are expected to be various pump casing and impeller sizes. The centrifugal pumps must be capable of repairs and maintenance for a minimum of 10 years, with required maintenance interval information provided by manufacturer. Specific pumps must have the following system ratings: Vertical close coupled in-line pump with suction and discharge flange diameters ranging from 4 to 6 inches. Required pump flow of 650-715 gallons per minute at 346 feet of head, with a operating temperature of 28 to 90 degrees farenheit. The motor must have a maximum rating of 100 hp and run on 460 VAC, 124 FLA, 3 phase, 60 hz electrical input. Pump must be corrosion resistant to seawater conditions and have an ABS Type certification. This pumps will be used for the Firemain system on the 225A-WLB class cutters. Vertical close coupled in-line pump with suction and discharge flange diameters ranging from 4 to 6 inches. Required pump flow of 550-605 gallons per minute at 323 feet of head, with a operating temperature of 28 to 90 degrees farenheit. The motor must have a maximum rating of 75 hp and run on 460 VAC, 96 FLA, 3 phase, 60 hz electrical input. Pump must be corrosion resistant to seawater conditions and have an ABS Type certification. This pumps will be used for the Firemain system on the 225B-WLB class cutters. Vertical close coupled in-line pump with suction and discharge flange diameters ranging from 4 to 6 inches. Required pump flow of 490-540 gallons per minute at 347 feet of head, with a operating temperature of 28 to 90 degrees farenheit. The motor must have a maximum rating of 75 hp and run on 460 VAC, 96 FLA, 3 phase, 60 hz electrical input. Pump must be corrosion resistant to seawater conditions and have an ABS Type certification. This pumps will be used for the Firemain system on the 175-WLM class cutters. Vertical close coupled in-line pump with suction and discharge flange diameters ranging from 4 to 6 inches. Required pump flow of 326-360 gallons per minute at 114 feet of head, with a operating temperature of 28 to 90 degrees farenheit. The motor must have a maximum rating of 20 hp and run on 460 VAC, 27 FLA, 3 phase, 60 hz electrical input. Pump must be corrosion resistant to seawater conditions and have an ABS Type certification. This pumps will be used for the Auxiliary Seawater system on the 225A-WLB class cutters. Vertical close coupled in-line pump with suction and discharge flange diameters ranging from 4 to 6 inches. Required pump flow of 490-540 gallons per minute at 81 feet of head, with a operating temperature of 28 to 90 degrees farenheit. The motor must have a maximum rating of 20 hp and run on 460 VAC, 27 FLA, 3 phase, 60 hz electrical input. Pump must be corrosion resistant to seawater conditions and have an ABS Type certification. This pumps will be used for the Auxiliary Seawater system on the 225B-WLB class cutters. Vertical in-line centrifugal pumps shall be compliant with all applicable federal regulations. This effort includes all the associated environment, safety, and occupational health, configuration management, engineering drawings, item unique identification, integrated logistics support, maintenance planning, power, technical publications, support equipment, and transportability of the system. This RFI is published to obtain information for use by the USCG IBCT PL for market research and planning purposes only; and is not a Request for Proposal, Invitation for Bid, or an announcement of a solicitation. There is no bid package or solicitation document associated with this announcement. This RFI is part of a continuous process for obtaining the latest information on the commercial status of the industry with respect to current and near-term abilities. Responding to this RFI is strictly voluntary and will not affect any potential offeror's ability to submit an offer if a solicitation is released. No entitlement to payment of direct or indirect costs or charges by the Government will arise as a result of preparing submissions in response to this RFI and the Government's use of such information. The Government may choose to visit, or host a visit from, any potential sources. This RFI in no way implies either implicitly or explicitly that respondents will be compensated in any way by the Government for information provided. All interested parties are strongly encouraged to submit an initial synopsis, commonly referred to as a white paper, for each approach. White papers should not exceed 15 pages, with an executive summary. All vendors with an appropriate product relating to the requirements set forth in this RFI are invited to submit a Capability Statement and contact information. The Capability Statement should discuss the product's capabilities against the potential requirements, the product's system requirements, a projected pricing table, and any other specific and pertinent information that would enhance the understanding of the information submitted. If possible, white papers should identify what factor the vendor anticipates will be the single greatest risk to the reliability and sustainability of this system. Vendors should also identify support resources anticipated to be available for future maintenance needs such as replacement parts. Responses shall: Identified by the RFI number and include: Company name, mailing address, e-mail address, telephone and fax numbers, website address (if available), and the name, telephone number, UEID, cage code and or tax ID number, as well as business size category (large, small, small disadvantaged, etc.) and e-mail address of a point of contact having the authority and knowledge to clarify responses with Government representatives. In electronic format (Adobe pdf or Microsoft Word) No more than 15 pages in length; Written in 12-point, Times New Roman with normal (condensed) spacing Margins of 1" or greater on all sides NOT submitted using marketing materials; Submitted by email as indicated below. Responses may be submitted by any government or non-governmental entity including commercial firms, non-profit organizations, and institutions of higher education with degree-granting programs in science and/or engineering (universities), or by consortia comprising such concerns. The Coast Guard encourages participation by small business, small disadvantaged business, HUB Zone small business, woman-owned small business, veteran-owned small business, and historically black colleges and universities. Per FAR 52.215-3 Request for Information or Solicitation for Planning Purposes (Oct 1997): The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this solicitation or to otherwise pay for the information solicited except as an allowable cost under other contracts as provided in subsection 31.205-18, Bid and proposal costs, of the FAR. Although "proposal" and "offeror" are used in this RFI, your response will be treated as information only. It shall not be used as a proposal. Responses to the RFI shall include the following: Submitter's Name Street Address, City, State, NINE-Digit zip code Point of Contact (POC) POC Telephone and facsimile numbers This Announcement Number Contractors must be properly registered in the Government System for Award Management database (SAM). Offerors may obtain information on SAM registration and annual confirmation requirements by calling +1 (555) 000-0000, or via the Internet at www.sam.gov. At the current time, FUNDING IS AVAILABLE for contractual efforts. This RFI does not constitute an Invitation for Bids (IFB), a Request for Quote (RFQ) or a Request for Proposal (RFP) and it should not be construed as a commitment of any kind by the Government to issue a formal solicitation or ultimately award a contract. The US Government is in no way liable to pay for or reimburse any companies or entities that respond to this announcement. Any costs incurred by interested companies in response to this announcement will NOT be reimbursed. All interested parties are encouraged to submit company and product literature, white paper, and/or other pertinent information for consideration of the Government by March 27, 2024. All information received in response to this notice that is marked proprietary will be handled accordingly. The USCG IBCT PL makes no implied or in fact contracts by issuing this RFI. Acknowledgement of receipt of responses will not be made, nor will respondents be notified of the IBCT PL's view of the information received. Do not send any material that requires a non-disclosure agreement or identify information that is business sensitive. Responses to this notice will not be returned. Telephone calls/questions or inquiries will not be accepted. All information provided becomes USCG property and will not be returned. All proprietary information will be treated appropriately. Your interest in this response is appreciated. White papers may be submitted any time prior to expiration of this announcement. Electronic submissions and hard copy submissions will be reviewed if received by the closing date and time. All information marked as proprietary information will be safeguarded to prevent disclosures to non-governmental personnel and entities. Electronic submissions regarding this announcement may be directed to the Technical POC, Akhila Wijayaratne, contact@example.gov. Reference the RFI Announcement Number when responding to this notice. For contracting related questions, the contracting POC is Delfino Saucedo, contact@example.gov. DO NOT send white papers to the contracting POC. Please refer to the announcement number in all correspondence and communication.