Coast Guard Engineering Logistics Center, Auxiliary Systems Contracting Branch (Code 045/46), Mail Stop #26, 2401 Hawkins Point Road, Baltimore, MD 21226-5000

J -- OVERHAUL OF WOODWARD GOVERNORS SOL DTCG40-98-R-50019 DUE 020998 POC Point of Contact -- Kelly Carney, Contract Specialist, (410) 762-6472; Nancy Dean, Contracting Officer, (410) 762-6461 The U.S. Coast Guard Engineering Logistics Center is seeking qualified sources for the inspection and repair of Woodward Governors, NSN 2910-01-215-0459, Part Number 8573-647, installed on Paxman RP200 Diesel Engines used onboard 110' Class Coast Guard vessels. Contractor will be required to provide all labor and materials required to perform the following on each Governor inducted for repair: (1) receive; (2) disassemble; (3) inspect; (4) provide a detailed Inspection Report/Repair Estimate; (5) repair; (6) reassemble; (7) test; and (8) preserve and install in a reusable container. All repairs shall be made in accordance with current Woodward Governor (OEM) specifications and standards and Coast Guard YARD Specification Number 82323-8029. All parts to be furnished with the repairs must be genuine Woodward Governor parts. It is believed that only Woodward Governor and/or their authorized repair facilities can (1) obtain the necessary specifications and genuine OEM parts to accomplish repairs; and (2) can furnish the required services and ensure the proper fit, form, and funtion of all its components. However, other potential sources can submit information concerning their capability to overhaul these Governors. Concerns that respond to this notice must fully demonstrate their capability by submitting the following information: (1) Data that the offered parts have been satisfactorily manufactured for the Government or the Original Equipment Manufacturer which includes complete and current engineering data to demonstrate the acceptability of the offered parts (i.e., salient physical, functional and serviceability characteristics); and (2) Data that the required services have previously been provided to the Government or the original equipment manufacturer. The deadline for submission of this information is fifteen (15) calendar days after the date this notice is published. When calling be prepared to state your name, address, and the solicitation number. See Numbered Notes 22 and 26. This synopsis is issued pursuant to FAR 5.207(e)(3) and TAM 1205.207. The following Note is for Minority, Women-Owned, and Disadvantaged Business Entperises: The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU), has a program to assist minority, women-owned and disadvantaged business enterprises to acquire short-term working capital assistance for transportation-related contracts. Loans are available under the DOT Short-Term Lending Program (STLP) at prime interest rates to provide accounts receivable financing. The maximum line of credit is $500,000. For further information and applicable forms concerning the STLP, cll the OSDBU at (800) 532-1169. For information concerning this acquisition, contact the contracting officials listd above (AC1201001-02) (0335)

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