SOLICITATION NOTICE
B -- Broad Agency Announcement: Minerals Management Service, Technology Assessment & Research (TA&R) Program, Safety and Engineering Research (OSER)
- Notice Date
- 10/4/2006
- Notice Type
- Solicitation Notice
- Contracting Office
- MMS Procurement Operations Branch, Attn: Ms. Debra Bridge 381 Elden Street, MS 2100 Herndon VA 20170
- ZIP Code
- 20170
- Solicitation Number
- M07PC13000
- Response Due
- 11/10/2006
- Archive Date
- 10/4/2007
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- Description: The U.S. Department of Interior (DOI), Minerals Management Service (MMS), solicits White Papers of not more than five (5) pages in length, for specific topics of interest to the MMS Technology Assessment and Research (TA&R) Program, Operational Safety and Engineering Research (OSER). For your information, the MMS web site has descriptions of OSER activities, the scope of MMS interests, and past projects. The web site address is: http://www.mms.gov/tarphome/index.htm. BACKGROUND: Research sponsored by MMS through the TA&R Program is used to acquire basic engineering information needed to oversee the orderly development of offshore oil and gas operations. New challenges and informational needs arise as operations expand into new or different environments such as the deep water areas of the Gulf of Mexico (GOM) and Artic environments such as offshore Alaska. The objective of this request for White Papers is to solicit for additional Hurricanes Katrina and Rita research and Artic research. As a result of the White Papers submitted in accordance with the terms of this announcement, selected proposals shall be requested. The MMS estimates that a total of $1,125,000 in FY2007 supplemental funding will be made available for research identified through this announcement with $1,000,000 of this amount earmarked for Hurricanes Katrina and Rita research, and the remaining $125,000 for Artic research. NOTICE: MMS may share the White Papers with other Federal government employees for review. Potential contractors should let MMS know if they do not want the White Papers/proposals shared. OBJECTIVES: The topics for this 2007 OSER solicitation include ONLY research on the following: 1) Evaluate top and bottom tendon connectors for Tension Leg Platforms to determine weak points, likely failure mechanisms, and design issues that may lead to premature failure. Provide recommendations on how to minimize potential failures through design criteria and monitor and inspect critical areas within the connectors. Provide guidelines for possible use in updating Federal regulations and industry standards. 2) Evaluate accuracy of polyester subrope damage detection performed by ROVs following hurricanes and other events (i.e., loop current) that exceed the 100 year design criteria. ROV inspections are used to detect damage to polyester mooring systems and estimate remaining fatigue life if damage exists. A quantitative evaluation is needed to determine if ROV survey results and resulting life damage estimates are accurate. Identify non-invasive inspection methods other than ROV surveys and compare ROV inspections to physical insert testing to determine the level of accuracy that can be expected. Identify the most reliable insert tests to verify that the mooring system is fit for purpose. Emphasis should be placed on fatigue life predictions. 3) Develop pre-hurricane riser inspection and monitoring program to determine in-situ condition of riser with particular attention to corrosion, preventative maintenance, and repair practices. Develop recommendations for a long term maintenance program to minimize or eliminate conditions that may lead to riser/pipeline damage during hurricanes and major storms events. 4) Evaluate superstructure icing of both drilling and production vessels and platforms as it relates to conducting activities in the Beaufort and Chukchi Seas. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The MMS is interested in research initiatives relative to safety, technology and pollution practices for offshore operations. As a result of the White Papers, proposals may be sought and evaluated for funding. Efforts to be considered should address the above stated issues. HOW TO RESPOND: White Papers of not more than five (5) pages in length, an ORGINAL PLUS three (3) copies and one (1) electronic copy in PDF format, on a CD shall be submitted to the address below. WHITE PAPERS SENT THROUGH EMAIL AND FAXES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. White Papers should define the proposed research scope and include the level of effort. NOTE THAT COST ESTIMATES ARE NOT TO BE INCLUDED. The White Papers shall be evaluated only on technical merit. If your white paper is selected for further evaluation, a proposal will be requested and you must also submit a cost proposal at that time. Projects shall be selected from all or part of the technical issues listed depending on the interest and scope of White Papers received. The MMS will evaluate the responses, and those deemed to have merit will be furnished information to assist in the preparation of a complete proposal. This announcement constitutes a solicitation for White Papers, but does not obligate the Government to consummate award. Respondents WILL NOT be notified of the results of the evaluation on the information submitted. WHITE PAPERS SHALL BE EVALUATED USING THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA: (1) feasibility of the approach or solution; (2) the offeror's understanding of the technical issues; (3) the offeror's perceived ability to implement the proposed approach; and (4) innovative or creative approaches or solutions including the participation and/or funding by the oil and gas industry or other groups in the research industry, and (5) past performance. A separate White Paper shall be submitted for each topic on which the offeror wishes to propose. The White Paper shall clearly identify the offeror's company/organization, point of contact, address, telephone and facsimile numbers, as well as the solicitation number (13000) and topic for which the White Paper applies. Responses will ONLY be accepted until Friday, November 10, 2006, 4:00 PM EDT. ADDRESS FOR SUBMITTAL: NOTE: It is the Offeror's responsibility to ensure/verify the Government receives their submission on or before the time specified. Submit White Paper to: Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service Procurement Operations Branch, MS 2101, 381 Elden Street Herndon, VA 20170 Attn: Debra M. Bridge, Phone: 703-787-1814, Email: debra.bridge@mms.gov. For any questions, include your full name, the solicitation number 13000, and title, your organization name, complete address, and phone and fax numbers. Questions must be submitted via email or fax to Debra Bridge on or before October 18, 2006 [debra.bridge@mms.gov or Fax 703-787-1041]. The solicitation number 13000 must be in the subject line of the email or fax. Telephone inquiries WILL NOT be accepted. If the offeror desires to hand deliver their responses, they are informed that MMS is a secure building and they must not enter the building beyond the lobby. Contact Debra Bridge at (703) 787-1814, and set up an appointment 24 hours in advance of dropping off your submission. A staff member will meet the courier to receive the submittal. PHONE CALLS ARE STRONGLY DISCOURAGED.ISCOURAGED.
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