Up-Armored NTVs - Market Research

Regional Contracting Office - Taji, on behalf of the United States Army, is conducting market research through this sources sought notice to seek sources that can provide up-armored non-tactical vehicles (NTVs) for purchase and lease. The potential North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Codes for this acquisition are 561613 and 532112. Disclaimer and Important Notes: This Sources Sought Notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal/Quotation; and, it is not considered to be a commitment by the Government to award a contract nor will the Government pay for any information provided; no basis for claim against the Government shall arise as a result from a response to this Sources Sought Notice or Government use of any information provided. Failure to submit information in sufficient detail may result in considering a company as not a viable source and may influence competition and set-aside decisions. Regardless of the information obtained from this Sources Sought Notice, the Government reserves the right to consider any arrangement as deemed appropriated for this requirement. Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received or provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted. No proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should be included in your response to this Sources Sought Notice. The Government reserves the right to use any information provided by respondents for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate, including using technical information provided by respondents in any resultant solicitation. At this time no solicitation exists; therefore, do Not Request a Copy of the Solicitation. After a review of the responses received, a pre-solicitation notice and solicitation may be published on Federal Business Opportunities (FedBizOpps) website. It is the potential offeror's responsibility to monitor FedBizOpps for release of any future solicitation that may result from this Sources Sought Notice. However, responses to this Sources Sought Notice will not be considered adequate responses to any resultant solicitation. Pursuant to FAR Part 10 (Market Research), the purpose of this notice is to: (1) determine if sources capable of satisfying the agency's requirements exists, (2) determine if commercial items suitable to meet the agency's needs are available or could be modified to meet the agency's requirements, and (3) determine the commercial practices of company's engaged in providing the needed service or supply. This notice in no way obligates the Government to any further action. SAM: Interested parties should register in the System for Award Management (SAM) as prescribed in FAR Clause 52.232-33. The SAM can be obtained by accessing the internet at www.sam.gov or by calling 1-866-606-8220. JCXS: Interested parties (US and non-US vendors) should register and be approved in the Joint Contingency and Expeditionary System (JCXS) at https://www.jccs.gov, as this approval is required for any vendors performing in the anticipated places of performance. Further, any subcontractors the interested parties are utilizing or will be utilizing shall also be registered and approved in JCXS. Submission of Information: Companies having capabilities necessary to meet or exceed the stated requirements are invited to provide information to contribute to this market survey/sources sought notice including commercial market information and company information. Companies may respond to this Sources Sought Notice via e-mail to Capt Carrie Comstock, Contracting Officer, at carrie.j.comstock.mil@mail.mil. The subject line must read Sources Sought: Up-armored NTVs. Responses must be submitted no later than 6 April 2019 at 12:00pm, (GMT) with the following information/documentation: 1. Name of Company, Address and CAGE/DUNS Number. 2. Point of Contact and Phone Number. 3. Business Size applicable to the NAICS Code: REQUESTED INFORMATION: 1. Introduction: Provide an overview of your company's capabilities. 2. Demonstrate how your company can fulfill the potential requirements: a. Provide up-armored NTVs for lease: - International Ballistic Armor Level B6 Standards and higher - Medium SUVs, Flatbed Trucks, and Passenger vans (10+ passengers) - Diesel engines - 4x4 capable - V6 engine minimum - Automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, A/C system, and commercial safety features, including but not limited to seat belts, spare tires, jack and tire tools, etc. - 2016 model year or newer - Capable of seating a minimum of 5 passengers with cargo compartment - Four doors minimum (for SUVs and trucks) - Tinted windows - Registered with the Iraqi Government with appropriate license plates - Vehicle maintenance services b. Provide up-armored NTVs for purchase: - International Ballistic Armor Level B6 Standards and higher - Can provide Medium SUVs, Flatbed Trucks, and Passenger vans (10+ passengers) - Diesel engines - 4x4 capable - V6 engine minimum - Automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, A/C system, and commercial safety features, including but not limited to seat belts, spare tires, jack and tire tools, etc. - 2016 model year or newer - Capable of seating a minimum of 5 passengers with cargo compartment - Four doors minimum (for SUVs and trucks) - Tinted windows - Registered with the Iraqi Government with appropriate license plates 3. Survey: a. Is your company familiar with the PMNOC process for Iraq? b. What is the lead time to get leased and/or purchased vehicles to various locations within Iraq? c. What are standard inspection/acceptance criteria for these vehicles? d. What types of certifications are typically furnished to ensure the armored vehicle is protected to B6 ballistic armor standards? Provide any examples of these tests and certifications. e. Are up-armored vehicles tested and certified by the manufacturer/assembler, or are they tested and certified by a third party? f. What are typical maintenance plans offered for leased vehicles? g. Do insurance policies affect pricing, and what scenarios affect this pricing (for leases)? h. What is approximate pricing for a 5 passenger up-armored SUV, leased a month, and purchase price? i. What fleet size could be delivered at one time, for both purchases and leases? j. If there is a potential for the same requirements to appear in Jordan or Syria, could your company provide these capabilities in these locations? Would this affect your pricing/lead time?