3rd Contracting Squadron/LGC, 6920 12th Street, Elmendorf AFB, AK 99506-2570

J -- MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF THREE 43' DELTA CHARTER BOATS SOL F65501-97-R0305 DUE 112597 POC Buyer: TSgt James Glynn, 907-552-5635, Contracting Officer: Ms Morbach Schnell, 907-552-5558 E-MAIL: Service Buyers, glynnj@elmmail.topcover.af.mil. Elmendorf AFB, AK has a requirement to refurbish three 43' Delta charter boats SIC is 3732. Small business size standard is 500 employees. This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is 100% set-aside for small business. RFQ F65501-97-R0305 shall issue on 7 Nov 97. A pre-bid site visit, to be held in Seward, AK, is scheduled for 14 Nov 97. This is a nonappropriated fund purchase and it does not obligate appropriated funds of the United States Government. Nonappropriated funds are generated by the military community through the sale of goods and services and the collection of fees and charges for participation in military community programs. This purchase does not involve federal tax dollars. The 3rd Services Squadron, Elmendorf AFB, AK, owns and operates three 43' charter boats manufactured by Delta Marine Industries, Seattle, WA. The boats, Jackpot ('76), TopCover ('87), and Artic Warrior ('91) are used for charter fishing and touring in Resurection Bay, Seward, AK. When in operation they are docked at the Military/Army dock in Seward Harbor and operated by 3rd Services Squadron personnel. They have not been operated during the '97 season and are currently dry docked in the Seward area. All three boats are structurally sound, mechanically deficient and in general disrepair. Scope of Work: The contractor shall be required to provide all parts, labor, equipment, tools, supplies, transportation, and supervision necessary to ensure effective and economical completion of all services specified as follows: Boat Bottom Repair: Sandblast to remove paint and debris. Repair all bottom damage with Gelcoat. Paint boat bottom with marine grade epoxy paint to match existing color scheme. Hull Repair: Clean hull to remove dirt and debris. Repair all cracks and chips and patch with Gelcoat. Paint vessel hull, stripes, vessel name, hailing port and numbers with marine indusrty quality paint )polyurethane Finish) to match existing position and color scheme. Clean and seal the hull hub rail with marine type antifouling varnish. Exterior Main Cabin and Wheelhouse Repair: Clean exterior to remove dirt and debris. Repair all cracks and chips. Repair exterior wheelhouse and main cabin with marine industry quality paint (Polyurethane Finish) to match existing position and color scheme. Interior Main Cabin and Wheelhouse Repair: Patch and paint (Polyurethane Finish) the interior walls to match the existing color scheme. Remove existing vinyl flooring and replace with a "like" grade vinyl. Provide and install new interior foam seating with vinyl upholstery covers for all interior passenger seating and wheelhouse chairs All materials shall be of a "like" quality and thickness. Clean, patch, and refinish all interior teak trim to a like new appearance. Repair or replace door latches to make operable and secure. Replace wheelhouse carpet with indoor/outdoor carpet to match existing carpeted area. Engine Room and Storage Compartment Refurbishment: Clean and prepare area for painting. Apply white Gelcoat. Additional Exterior Repair: Strip deck and paint with Gelcoat and nonskid. Rebuild or replace exterior wheelhouse fiberglass doors; 1 Port, 1 Starboard. Provide and install new hardware. Ensure handrails are securely fastened, cleaned and caulked with marine type caulk Clean, patch, and paint the exterior seating with exterior white enamelpaint. Replace all hatch gaskets and ensure hatches are watertight and able to be secured. Replace all window gaskets and ensure windows are watertight. Engine and Transmissionl Work: The engine are Caterpillar model 3208/Turbos, (320HP). Transmissions are Twin Disk MG507 (2 each engine/transmission per boat). Provide an itemized estimate of repair on a "tear down and quote" basis for the marine engines and transmissions. After the engines and transmissions are removed from the boats and torn down, the estimates shall be reviewed by a technical evaluator and a determination for repair or replacement shall be made by the Contracting Officer. The contractor shall repair the existing engine and/or transmission or install a rebuilt or new OEM replacement. Replace existing fuels lines with new. Drivetrain: Inspect and repair or replace cutlass bearings, shafts, zincs, rudders and tune up each 26x24 three bald propeller. Ensure proper alingment and operation of the drivetrain. Electrical Work: Replace existing wiring and electric panels with new. Connect existing electrical equipment, lighting and control systems. Remove excess wiring. Contractor shall ensure proper operation of all mechanical/electrical systems during sea trials and Coast Guard inspection of each boat. All work shall meet or exceed Marine Industry Standards and OEM Specification.Transportation includes transporting the boats from the current dry dock location to a repair facility and from the repair facility to the launch site at the Military/Army dock in Seward Harbor. Submittals are required for colors, patterns, and textures for approval by the Contracting Officer. Only written requests for solicitation packages will be accepted. Requests may be faxed to 907-552-7496, Attn: TSgt Glynn. Include your (1) business name, (2) business size, (3) address, (4) telephone number, (5) fax number, and (6) point of contact. Reference the RFQ number in all requests.***** (0310)

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