N -- TRANSPORTABLE COLLECTIVE PROTECTION SYSTEM'S KITTING PROGRAM

Notice Date

November 20, 2000

Contracting Office

Department of the Air Force, Air Force Materiel Command, HSW -- 311 Human Systems Wing, 311th HSW/PK, 8005 9th Street, Brooks AFB, TX, 78235-5353

ZIP Code

78235-5353

Solicitation Number

00-1556

Response Due

December 4, 2000

Point of Contact

Ana Jimenez, 311th HSW/YACL, Phone 210-536-1060, Fax 210-536-1060, Email ana.jimenez@hermes.brooks.af.mil

E-Mail Address

Ana Jimenez (ana.jimenez@hermes.brooks.af.mil)

Description

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) The Transportable Collective Protection System_s (TCPS) Kitting Program IPT at 311th Human Systems Program Office, Brooks AFB, TX is in the process of seeking information from industry regarding an effort for this program. This announcement is not a formal solicitation and is not a request for proposal. Any formal solicitation will be announced separately. This synopsis is for information and planning purposes only and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. BACKGROUND/REQUIREMENT The contractor shall manage the Transportable Collective Protection System_s (TCPS) Kitting Program. This includes the receiving, warehousing and kit assembly of TCPS, which consists of chemical/biological protective equipment to provide personnel protection in a chemical/biological active environment. The contractor is provided the following information: (1) TCPS equipment lists NSNs, nomenclature and quantity required (by fiscal year); (2) pack/kit listing that indicates item quantities per kit, weight/cube data, and kit destination. The square footage requirement is estimated for 20,000 sq.ft. inside warehouse space and 10,000 sq. ft. adjacent, outside, fenced storage. Require warehouse space (both inside and outside storage) with a small office area to provide the appropriate work area to house assets, prepare / assemble kits, and shipment preparation activities for three programs: Transportable Collective Protection System (TCPS), Chemically / biologically Hardened Air Transportable Hospital (CHATH), and the Collectively Protected Expeditionary Medical Support (CP EMEDS). All three provide protection to our warfighters in a CB contaminated environment. Because these systems are costly and serve to provide life saving capability for our troops, we require a level of security such as a fenced, limited access facility. SPECIFIC TASKS Task 1: Receive/Warehouse/Issue Material: The contractor shall receive the material and stow into assigned locations. Per kit schedule, the contractor shall issue material for kit assembly. When sufficient quantity of material is available, and per kit schedule, the contractor shall assemble material into kit format and pack the kit into _Kit Containers._ Approximately 480 items shall be processed. Performance Goals for Task 1 are: (1) Receipt/issue data verified for accuracy, (2) Material stowed in assigned location, (3) Kit assembled per schedule, (4) Kits packed IAW storage plan, (5) Process an average of 2 items per hour. Task 2: Deliver Material: The contractor shall deliver material to Shipping or Air Terminal and pick up material for return to the warehouse. It is expected that 80 deliveries will be required. A Performance Goal for Task 2 is Material load in a manner to prevent damage. Task 3: Research/Requisition/Expedite Material: The contractor shall research source availability for items indicated on the TCP equipment list, requisition material from Federal Supply System or Open Purchase. The expected delivery date status of material shall be monitored, and expediting actions taken for those items that indicate unsatisfactory status. Expediting includes communication with Inventory Control Points (ICP) and manufacturers. Performance Goals for Task 3 are: (1) Research documented, and source of material accurately identified and (2) Audit trail of expediting actions documented. Task 4: Overtime Requirements: The contractor shall provide after hours support for late breaking requirements. Based on past history, the contractor should anticipate that 1% of total effort will be accomplished outside of normal working hours. Prior authorization for overtime would be required. Performance Goal for Task 4 is to meet performance goals established for task requiring the overtime. CONTRACTOR FURNISHED EQUIPMENT: Estimated requirements include (1) 6K Forklift, (2) 5K Truck, (3) Fuel, and (4) Three workstations with PC and appropriate software. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: Either 1 April 2001 through 31December 2001 OR 13 Jul 01 through 31 December 2001 QUESTIONS TO INDUSTRY: 1) Request comments from industry regarding the program_s requirements stated above. 2) What would be your estimated cost of this effort? 3) Can you perform the required tasks within the estimated period of performances? If not, what time frame would you propose? 4) In your opinion, what contract type would be applicable for this effort? 5) What risks do you foresee with the contract type you selected? Request that all written responses/comments be received by 4 P.M. CST, 4 December 2000. Firms responding should indicate whether they are a small business, a small disadvantaged business, 8(a), or a large business. Responses should be addressed to 311 Human Systems Wing/YACN; ATTN: Ms. Ana Jimenez, 7909 Lindbergh Dr., Brooks AFB, TX 78235-5352. Responses may be directed to the Contracting Officer, Ms. Ana Jimenez. E-mail address is ana.Jimenez@brooks.af.mil For more information, please call Ms. Jimenez at (210) 536-4571.

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Record

Loren Data Corp. 20001122/NSOL001.HTM (D-325 SN5071A0)