Inactive 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8)

The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), NAS Patuxent River, MD intends to issue a Basic Ordering Agreement to Collins Aerospace on a sole source basis for the procurement of supplies and services in s... The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), NAS Patuxent River, MD intends to issue a Basic Ordering Agreement to Collins Aerospace on a sole source basis for the procurement of supplies and services in support of engineering services, logistics services and modification kits in support of NP2000, 54460, and 54H60 propeller systems. The services and supplies will provide technical assistance, flight test and evaluation support, sustaining engineering, and logistics/modification support for the NP2000, 54460, and 54H60 propeller systems including the Component improve program (CIP). Additionally, this BOA will be in support of depot-level maintenance, component repair and repair development for only the NP2000 propeller system. The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1, "Only One Responsible Source and No Other Type of Supplies or Services will Satisfy Agency Requirements." Collins Aerospace is the sole designer, developer, manufacturer and integrator of the NP2000, 544460, and 54H460 Propeller Systems and therefore is the only contractor with the requisite knowledge, experience, and technical data that can meet the Government's requirements on a timely basis and in a cost effective manner. The BOA will be available for issuing orders for a period of five (5) years. THIS NOTICE IS PUBLISHED FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS. A determination by the Government not to compete this procurement based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. The Government will not pay for any responses received. There are no commitments by the Government to issue any solicitations, make an award or awards, or to be responsible for any monies expended by any interested parties before award of a contract for the efforts mentioned above. Information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for or award a contract.

Inactive

This announcement constitutes a Request for Information (RFI) to identify the potential procurement sources for the services and supplies to be provided include engineering services, logistics service... This announcement constitutes a Request for Information (RFI) to identify the potential procurement sources for the services and supplies to be provided include engineering services, logistics services and modification kits in support of NP2000, 54460, and 54H60 propeller systems. The services and supplies will provide technical assistance, flight test and evaluation support, sustaining engineering, and logistics/modification support for the NP2000, 54460, and 54H60 propeller systems including the Component improve program (CIP). Additionally, this BOA will be in support of depot-level maintenance, component repair and repair development for only the NP2000 propeller system. The Government does not possess the technical data Level 3 drawing package required to manufacture the propeller systems that is currently qualified to interface with the existing systems. If you believe you are capable of meeting this capability, demonstrate that your company currently possesses or has authorized access to the necessary technical data, or has a viable plan to obtain, generate, or otherwise secure the necessary technical data, and that it will be maintained throughout the duration of the effort being solicited. You may also highlight unique data generation techniques used by your company, or areas where modifications can be performed, or the capability can be provided, without technical data provided by the Government or OEM. For the FY24 through FY29 period of performance of the BOA, interested businesses shall demonstrate the capability to meet the Government’s required timeline. You may also submit information that demonstrates how you could potentially meet this requirement for future production opportunities. The E-2D program office plans to utilize these services and supplies to support the propeller systems for the next 5 years. The Government will provide RDT&E, APN-5, FMS and OM&N funding where required to support these efforts. The vendor will complete all projects, engineering and logistics required under the CIP programs concerning each of the propeller systems. Additionally, the vendors will provide technical assistance, flight test and evaluation support, sustaining engineering, and logistics/modification support for the NP2000, 54460, and 54H60 propeller systems to included depot level maintenance, component repair and repair development for only the NP2000 propeller. Interested vendors must meet pre-qualification requirements in order to be eligible for consideration. This is NOT a Request for Proposal (RFP). Firms that can meet the USN’s requirement in the timelines identified above are encouraged to identify themselves. Vendors interested in responding to the RFI shall provide a one to two page overview statement addressing the following: 1) Brief statement of interest/capabilities; 2) Any other information at vendor discretion such as catalogs, drawings/illustrations, technical manuals, training description/material, pricing, testing documentation, brochures and/or any other documentation that describes the capabilities, interfaces and specifications; 3) Respondents should identify any Government customer who has procured these services that meet the requirements and provide customer point of contact, including a telephone number, e-mail address or web site. Responses may be submitted electronically to the email address provided below. Responses are requested by 21 June 2023 with earlier responses encouraged. Responses will be reviewed and additional information may be requested from individual vendors if desired by the Government. This RFI does not constitute a commitment from the Government to issue a solicitation, make an award or awards, or be responsible for any monies expended by any interested party in support of the effort described above. The Government reserves the right to review and use the data submitted at its own discretion. Upon request, the Government will protect proprietary information from unwanted disclosure. Any such requests shall be submitted with the statement of capabilities. Email responses to matthew.c.gonce.civ@us.navy.mil.