59 -- MINM-18-FCRL AND MINM-3FO-FCRL TITANIUM CONNECTORS

Notice Date

October 31, 2000

Contracting Office

Crane Division, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Code 1164, 300 Highway 361, Crane, In 47522-5001

ZIP Code

47522-5001

Solicitation Number

N00164-01-Q-0005

Response Due

November 14, 2000

Point of Contact

Donna Reynolds, Code 1164, telephone 812-854-5666

E-Mail Address

click here for point of contact (reynolds_d@crane.navy.mil)

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation Number N00164-01-R-0005 is hereby issued as a request for proposal (RFP). Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-19 and DCN 20001001. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code for this procurement is 334417 and the size standard is 500 employees. This requirement is for the following CLIN 0001 100 each MINM-18-FCRL and CLIN 0002 100 each MINM-3FO-FCRL titanium connectors, Brantner & Associates, Inc. P/N's 7230-105 and 7230-104B, including options to purchase additional 50 units each. This requirement is issued on a sole source basis to SEA CON/Brantner & Associates, Inc., 1240 Vernon Way, El Cajon, CA 92020-1874. See Note #22. This requirement is being issued to significantly upgrade the acoustic performance, signal processing, command/control, and navigational capabilities of designated submarine platforms. The components will be utilized in the assembly of High Frequency Sail Arrays (HFSA's) which provide part of a submarine's sonar capability. The HFSA is part of Phase IV of the Acoustic Rapid Cots Insertion (ARCI) program. The HFSA provides SSN 6881 and NSSN class submarines with the ability to detect and avoid mines, and to display a three dimensional image of the sea floor and/or the sea surface for navigational purposes. The titanium connectors must meet form, fit and function of the HFSA assemblies for the designated submarine platforms. Open competition for the procurement of these connectors would require that the Government do the following: develop a specification for each of the two types of connectors, fabricate 2 each HFSA Hydrophone Modules for First Article environmental testing, and perform First Article environmental testing. Due to the costs associated with these tasks, open competition for these connectors would not be cost effective for the Government. Delivery is required F.O.B. Destination with delivery of first 20 units due within 12 weeks after award. Additional 20 units each are due every 4 weeks following with the final delivery being due 28 weeks after contract award. Final inspection will be at NSWC Crane, IN. Selection for award will be based on past performance and price. Offers that are non-compliant with any material requirement of this solicitation may be rejected without further consideration for award. This will be a firm fixed price contract and will be awarded utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The contractor shall extend to the Government the full coverage of commercial sale warranty provided such warranty is available at no additional cost to the Government. Clauses/provisions: 52.203-3; 52.211-14 (DO); 52.211-15; 52.212-1; 52.212-3 Alt l [FILL-IN]; 52.212-4; 52-212-5 (incorporating 52.219-4; 52.219-8; 52.222-21; 52.222-26; 52.222-35; 52.222-36; 52.222-37; 52.225-16; 52.232-33;); 52.215-05 (812-854-5666 fax #); 252.204-7004; 252.212-7001 (incorporating 252.225-7001; 252.243-7002; 252.247-7023). The offeror shall provide its Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code, Contractor Establishment Code and Tax Identification Number. To be eligible for award you must be properly registered in the Government's Central Contractor Registration (CCR). Offerors may obtain information on CCR registration and annual confirmation requirements by calling 1-888-227-2423, or via the internet @ http://ccr.dlsc.dla.mil or http://www.ccr2000.com. If a change occurs in this requirement, only those offerors that respond to this announcement within the required time frame will be provided any changes/amendments and considered for future discussions and/or award. All responsible sources may submit an offer, which will be considered by the agency. Offers may be faxed or e-mailed to Ms. Donna J. Reynolds, FAX 812-854-5666, e-mail address reynolds_d@crane.navy.mil. All required information must be received on or before (14 November 2000)@ 1200 PM Eastern Standard Time. The mission at NAVSEA Crane is to provide quality and responsive acquisition services for this Command. In an effort to continue to improve our services, NAVSEA Crane is conducting a survey of our vendors. This survey may be found on the World Wide Web at the following address: http://www.crane.navy.mil/supply/VendorSurvey.htm. Your comments will help us determine if we are accomplishing this and show us ways to improve our processes. Please consider taking the time to complete the survey.

Web Link

click here to download the solicitation (http://www.crane.navy.mil/supply/announce.htm)

Record

Loren Data Corp. 20001102/59SOL010.HTM (W-305 SN5055P1)