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Solicitation N32205-15-R-1011, issued by the Military Sealift Command Norfolk, is for the Regular Overhaul and Dry-docking (ROH-DD) of the USNS BIG HORN (T-AO 198). The project encompasses a wide range of technical requirements divided into Category A and Category B work items, including hull structures, machinery propulsion, electrical systems, electronics, and docking services. The period of availability for this work is confirmed from 11 January to 22 March 2016. The procurement process includes detailed pricing schedules for labor and materials, requirements for Original Equipment Manufacturer authorized technical representatives for critical systems, and the provision of Government Furnished Property.
The solicitation process involved multiple amendments and requests for specification clarification to refine technical details, such as refrigerant recovery procedures, structural steel repair classifications, and the provision of missing technical drawings via the AMRDEC Cloud File Safe. Offerors are required to submit comprehensive past performance data, facility surveys, and a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement for government technical data. Evaluation criteria include the contractor's ability to meet specific drydock requirements and shore services, as well as compliance with small business subcontracting plans. Amendment 0003 specifically allows offerors in the competitive range to submit electronic Final Proposal Revisions and updates the pricing and technical schedules.
HighAI Summary for Amendment 0001 to Solicitation N32205-15-R-1011 (BIG HORN): Amendment 0001 to solicitation N32205-15-R-1011, issued by Military Sealift Command Norfolk on September 9, 2015. The primary purpose of this amendment is to update CLIN 0002, changing the pricing structure from a fixed rate to allow vendors to quote their own hourly rate and total hours for 10,000 man-hours of AGR services.
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XLS, High priority: read this first23 pages · specifications
HighAI Summary for BIG HORN Scheduled Government Furnished Property: This document is a detailed list of Government Furnished Property (GFP), specifically identifying both serialized and non-serialized items. It includes technical identifiers such as NSNs, part numbers, quantities, and unit acquisition costs for various engine components (e.g., bearings, inspection kits, cylinder liners) associated with contract N32205.
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XLSX, High priority: read this first8 pages · specifications
HighAI Summary for J-2 Category A Items - BIG HORN: A detailed pricing and technical schedule for 'Category A' items related to the BIG HORN vessel. The document outlines specific requirements across multiple categories including general requirements, hull structures, machinery propulsion, electrical, electronics, and docking/undocking, providing a framework for prime and subcontractor labor and material costs.
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XLSX, High priority: read this first2 pages · bid-schedule
HighAI Summary for J-3 Category B Items - BIG HORN: A detailed pricing schedule for Category B items related to the BIG HORN project. The document specifies line items for general requirements, physical security costs across various force protection conditions, continuation of services (including overhaul management and shipboard safety), and docking/undocking services. It requires a breakdown of labor and material costs for both prime and subcontractors.
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HighAI Summary for J-6_WI_015_CDRL - ILS/GFM Support Requirements: A Contract Data Requirements List (DD Form 1423) for ILS/GFM Support Requirements. It specifies deliverables including technical manuals, technical support data, spare parts lists, purchase orders, PGC minutes, drawings, receiving reports, and various asset/damage reports. It defines delivery formats (PDF, Excel, hard copy) and submission requirements for the MSC Technical Library.
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DOCX, High priority: read this first6 pages · specifications
HighAI Summary for MSC Drydock Evaluation Form - USNS BIG HORN (T-AO 198): A technical evaluation form for drydocking the USNS BIG HORN (T-AO 198). The document outlines specific ship characteristics, drydock requirements, blocking specifications, and minimum required shore services (electrical, sewage, fire main, etc.) to be completed by both Military Sealift Command (MSC) and prospective shipyards.
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DOCX, High priority: read this first1 page · q-and-a
HighAI Summary for Request for Specification Clarification - Item 103: Request for Specification Clarification dated 10 September 2015 for Specification Item No. 103, Pump Room Bilge Preservation. The document asks for the intent of paragraph references in the work item, including mechanical cleaning, resurfacing/preservation quantities, and surface preparation requirements. The answer clarifies that the intent is to water jet blast the entire bilge areas identified in paragraph 3.0, with limited mechanical cleaning areas as stated, and that the entire bilge will be cleaned, primed, and painted. It also corrects paragraph 7.2.6 to apply the coating system to all prepared surfaces of the work item.
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PDF, High priority: read this firstrfp
HighAI Summary for Solicitation N22025-15-R-1011 - Military Sealift Command: A formal solicitation (SF 33) issued on August 14, 2015, by the Military Sealift Command Norfolk for the procurement of supplies or services. The document outlines submission deadlines (September 28, 2015), provides a table of contents including the schedule, specifications, and evaluation factors, and includes the standard offer and award forms.
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PDF, High priority: read this firstifb
HighAI Summary for Solicitation N32205-15-R-1011 - USNS BIG HORN Regular Overhaul/Dry-docking: A conformed copy of a sealed bid solicitation (IFB) issued on August 14, 2015, by Military Sealift Command Norfolk. The procurement is for the Regular Overhaul and Dry-docking (ROH & DD) of the USNS BIG HORN (TAO-198). The document includes the schedule of prices (CLINs), technical specifications, and instructions for offerors, including Category A work items and optional Category B services.
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XLS, High priority: read this first1 page · specifications
HighAI Summary for USNS BIG HORN (T-AO 198) Interport Differentials - N32205-15-R-1011: Cost analysis spreadsheet for interport differentials related to solicitation N32205-15-R-1011 for the USNS BIG HORN (T-AO 198) MTA/Dry Docking. The document calculates estimated costs for crew, fuel, and travel across various East Coast ports including Norfolk, Port Arthur, Mobile, Tampa, and others, based on data from March 2015.
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DOC, High priority: read this first66 pages · rfp
HighAI Summary for USNS BIG HORN (TAO-198) Regular Overhaul/Dry-docking Solicitation: This document is a solicitation for the Regular Overhaul and Dry-docking (ROH & DD) of the USNS BIG HORN (TAO-198). It includes Section B (Supplies or Services and Prices) and Section C (Descriptions and Specifications). Key components include CLINs for Category A work items, Additional Government Requirements (AGR) labor rates, Other Direct Costs (ODC), and optional Category B work items. It specifies requirements for management, procurement, and progress measurement systems.
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DOCX, Low priority1 page · past-performance
LowAI Summary for Attachment J-12: Past Performance Data: A standardized form (Attachment J-12) used to collect past performance data from offerors. It requires detailed information on previous contracts, including reference contacts, contract values, performance dates, and a summary of work related to the overhaul, repair, and alteration of ships. It also includes compliance checks for Small Business Subcontracting Plans per FAR and DFARS regulations.
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DOCX, Low priority3 pages · past-performance
LowAI Summary for Attachment J-13 Past Performance Questionnaire: A Past Performance Questionnaire (Attachment J-13) issued by the Military Sealift Command (MSC) to evaluate a contractor's record. It requests ratings and comments on quality of product/service, timeliness, business relations, key personnel, and cost control from a previous customer to assist in a current solicitation evaluation.
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PDF, Low priorityjustification-and-authorization
LowAI Summary for J&A N104-15-R-1011 - USNS Big Horn (T-AO198): Justification and Approval (J&A) for other than full and open competition regarding the dry-docking and maintenance of the USNS Big Horn (T-AO198) under RFP N32205-15-R-1011. The document justifies the requirement for Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) authorized technical representatives and parts for critical systems, including main engines (Col-Pielstick), radar/ECDIS (Furuno/Transas), gyro systems (Northrop Grumman), GMDSS (Furuno), and auxiliary boilers (Vapor Power International), citing safety and warranty requirements.
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DOCX, Low priority5 pages · specifications
LowAI Summary for MSC Ship Repair Facility Survey: A five-page facility survey form used by the Military Sealift Command (MSC) to collect detailed technical data from shipyards. It captures information on building ways, dry docks, berths, crane capacities, navigational restrictions, shop dimensions, and workforce statistics to assess a facility's capability for ship repair work.
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DOCX, Low priority1 page · q-and-a
LowAI Summary for Request for Specification Clarification Form: A standardized template used by contractors to submit formal requests for clarification regarding specific items, paragraphs, or sections of a procurement specification.
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DOCX, Low priority1 page · q-and-a
LowAI Summary for RFC Answer - Item 110 Structural Steel Repairs: A Request for Specification Clarification dated September 16, 2015, regarding Work Item 110 (Structural Steel Repairs). The government clarifies that WI 110 is intended to be a Category B item, correcting a labeling error in the index where it was listed as Category A.
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DOCX, Low priority1 page · q-and-a
LowAI Summary for RFC Answer - Item 203 Engine Room Console UPS Replacement: A Request for Specification Clarification (RFC) dated September 10, 2015, regarding Item 203 (Engine Room Console UPS Replacement). The contractor requested the correct revision of drawing 8391209, and the response directs the contractor to the AMRDEC Cloud File Safe Package ID # 4924982.
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DOCX, Low priority1 page · q-and-a
LowAI Summary for RFC Answer - Item 204: Main Seawater Strainer / Valve Repairs: A Request for Specification Clarification (RFC) dated September 8, 2015, regarding Item 204 (Main Seawater Strainer / Valve Repairs). The contractor requested a missing drawing (529-6580236), and the response directs the contractor to the AMRDEC Cloud File Safe Package ID # 4890471.
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DOCX, Low priority1 page · q-and-a
LowAI Summary for RFC Answer - Item 506 Air Conditioning and Reefer Compressor Overhaul: A Request for Specification Clarification (RFC) dated September 10, 2015, regarding Item 506 (A/C and Reefer Compressor Overhaul). The contractor questioned the feasibility of leak and vacuum tests while refrigerant remains in the receiver. The agency responded that contractors should quote the work assuming all refrigerant will be recovered using external recovery units and reclaim bottles.
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DOCX, Low priority1 page · q-and-a
LowAI Summary for RFC Answer - Item 508 (Install New Alfa-Laval DPI-36-C100 Distillers): A Request for Specification Clarification dated September 8, 2015, regarding specification item 508, section 2.1. The contractor requested four missing drawings, and the response directs the contractor to the AMRDEC Cloud File Safe Package ID #4890471.
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DOCX, Low priority1 page · q-and-a
LowAI Summary for RFC Answer - Item 512: Replacement of Hot Water Storage Tank: A Request for Specification Clarification (RFC) dated September 10, 2015, regarding specification item 512, section 2.2, for the Replacement of Hot Water Storage Tank. The contractor requested a missing drawing (533-6241015), and the response directs the contractor to the AMRDEC Cloud File Safe Package ID # 4924982.
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DOCX, Low priority1 page · q-and-a
LowAI Summary for RFC Answer - Section B (Solicitation N32205-15-R-1011): A Request for Specification Clarification (RFC) dated September 8, 2015, regarding CLIN Item 0002 manhour rates for the USNS BIG HORN TAO-198 solicitation. The response directs the contractor to Amendment 1 issued on September 9, 2015.
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DOCX, Low priority4 pages · other
LowAI Summary for SF-LLL Disclosure of Lobbying Activities: Standard Form LLL (SF-LLL) used for the disclosure of lobbying activities pursuant to 31 U.S.C. 1352. The document provides a template and instructions for reporting entities to disclose payments made to lobbying entities to influence federal actions such as contracts, grants, or loans.
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DOCX, Low priority1 page · q-and-a
LowAI Summary for Specification Clarification Request - Item 203: Request for Specification Clarification dated 08 September 2015 for Specification Item No. 203, Paragraph 2.1, titled Engine Room Console (ERC) UPS Replacement (T-ALT 0894). The document asks for the referenced drawing 8391209, Rev A, which was not provided, and answers that the file is attached in the AMRDEC Cloud File Safe package ID 4890471.
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DOCX, Low priority2 pages · nda
LowAI Summary for Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) for Government Technical Data: Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) for Government Technical Data related to USNS BIG HORN (T-AO 198). The agreement limits Offeror use of technical data and software to preparing a proposal for solicitation N32205-15-R-1009 and, if awarded, performing the contract. It covers dissemination restrictions, export controls, subcontractor flow-down NDAs, return or destruction of data after award or completion, and reimbursement obligations for unauthorized disclosure. Includes signature blocks for the Offeror and optional vendor/subcontractor information.
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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Military Sealift Flt Supp Command Norf
This is a SYNOPSIS NOTICE ONLY. This is not a solicitation or request for quotes or proposals and no contract or purchase order will be awarded from this notice. There is no solicitation, specifications or drawings available at this time. Military Sealift Command (MSC) - Norfolk will be issuing a solicitation on or about 14 August 2015 for the Regular Overhaul and Dry-Docking (ROH/DD) of the USNS BIG HORN (TAO-198) commencing on or about 11 January 2015 for a period of seventy-two (72) calendar days. The USNS BIG HORN (TAO-198) has a length of 678 ft, a breadth of 98 ft, an anticipated arrival draft of 20 Ft Fwd 27ft Aft not including a minimum draft clearance of three (3) beneath the keel at mean lower low water (MLLW). The vessel is 20,706 tons gross. Work is to be performed at Contractor's facility on or about the abovementioned dates. Area of consideration is East Coast and/or Gulf Coast. Major work items associated with this availability include: General Services, Clean and Gas Free Tanks, Potable Water Tank Preservation, Tank Deck Steam Piping Replacement, Lifeboat Overhead Repairs, Mast Preservation, Port and Starboard ME 72,000 Hour Overhaul, Starboard ME Coupling Replacement, Evaporator Replacement, Hot Water Tank Replacement, Life Boat Hook Replacement and Repair UNREP Blocks and Sheaves, Dry-docking and Undock Continuation. The Request for Proposals (RFP) will be available on Federal Business Opportunities (www.fbo.gov) website under Solicitation Number N32205-15-R-1010. The requirement will be solicited as a small business set aside. Market Research from the Sources Sought identified two or more small business capable of performing requirements for the upcoming ROH/DD. The MSC Small Business Office concurs with the small business set aside determination. All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. The estimated date of the solicitation is on or about 14 August 2015. Upon issuance, the solicitation and supporting documentation will be posted and can be found on FEDBIZOPS (http://www.fbo.gov/) under solicitation number N32205-15-R-1010. All requests must provide Dun and Bradstreet number and Cage Code. The appropriate NAICS code is 336611. Again, THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTES OR PROPOSALS. The Government is not obligated to and will not pay for any information received from potential sources as a result of this synopsis. There are NO RESPONSES due based on this pre-solicitation notice. Questions or comments regarding this notice may be addressed to Ian L. Keller at email: contact@example.gov or Mark Draluck at email: contact@example.gov.