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This is a source sought notice (SSN) only. This is not a notice of solicitation issuance. This SSN is intended solely for information and planning purposes. It does not constitute a Request for Quote ... This is a source sought notice (SSN) only. This is not a notice of solicitation issuance. This SSN is intended solely for information and planning purposes. It does not constitute a Request for Quote (RFQ) or a promise to issue a RFQ in the future. This SSN is issued for the purpose of identifying qualified sources (Large and Small Businesses) that have the ability to open, inspect, overhaul, repair and/or procure (optional) in-haul hydraulic winch motors used onboard the Keeper Class 175 foot Coastal Buoy Tenders (WLM), the 225 foot Seagoing Buoy Tenders (WLB), and the 240 foot Great Lakes Ice Breaker. The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) is MacTaggart, Scott & Company Limited. The technical data and/or drawings pertaining to these items are not available to the Government, and are propriety to the OEM. Accordingly, it is believed that this non-availability of technical data precludes the U.S. Coast Guard from obtaining competition, as they are only available from this source. However, other potential sources can submit information concerning their capability to supply the parts for the purpose of the U.S. Coast Guard to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement. The procurement involves parts being procured from MacTaggart, Scott & Company Limited. It should be noted that any small business set-aside resulting from this SSN will require at least 50% of the cost of the contract to be performed by the offeror proposing as the prime. Please see FAR Clause 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting (Jan 2017), for the definition of "cost" for supplies and services. This SSN does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. If a solicitation is released, it will be synopsized on the Beta.Sam.Gov (BetaSam) website. It is the responsibility of the potential respondents to monitor this site for additional information pertaining to this potential requirement. The information provided in this SSN is subject to change and is not binding on the Government. Further, the release of the SSN should not be construed as a commitment or as authorization to incur costs for which reimbursement would be required or sought. Respondents are advised that the U.S. Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this SSN. All costs associated with responding to this SSN will be solely at the respondent's expense. Failure to respond to this SSN will not preclude participation in any future RFQ, if issued. Interested businesses may identify their interest and capability by responding to the requirement prior to the due date, which will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination not to complete this action based upon responses received to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. A business having the expertise and required capabilities to provide the services are invited to submit complete information discussing such capabilities as follows: (identify salient physical function, what are the parts used on, and serviceability characteristics) (1) show that they satisfactorily manufactured the equipment for the Government or the prime equipment manufacturer; or (2) submit complete and current engineering data comparing the offered parts to the OEM to demonstrate the acceptability of the parts; and (3) acknowledge that your firm is in compliance with Section 889 – Prohibition on Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment – as potential contractors may not sell or use. FAR Clause 52.204-23 Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab and Other Covered Entities (AUG 2020)(Deviation 20-05) and FAR Clause 52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (AUG 2020)(Deviation 20-05). It is the Government's belief that only MacTaggart, Scott & Company Limited, can furnish the required parts to ensure the proper fit, form and function of all of its components. The information submitted must include a letter from the OEM verifying the offeror is an authorized distributor, and verifying the OEM will supply only genuine OEM parts. Other concerns having the expertise and required capabilities to furnish the above items are invited to submit complete information discussing capabilities in duplicate within fifteen (15) days of this announcement. No cost or pricing information is required. This is not a RFQ. The Government does not intend to pay for this information solicited. Responses shall be concise and be specifically directed to the requirement mentioned above and provide all information necessary for the Coast Guard to make a determination of acceptability. Proprietary information, if any, should be minimized and MUST BE CLEARLY MARKED. To aid the Coast Guard, please segregate proprietary information. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned. Concerns that respond to the notice must fully demonstrate their capabilities to meet the requirements. Adequate detailed data by which to evaluate capabilities should be sent to the attention of the Points of Contact listed below and include the following: - Company Name and Address - Cage Code - DUNs Number - Company business size by NAIC code - Small Business Type (s), if applicable - Point of Contact for questions and/or clarification - Telephone Number, fax number, and email address - Web Page URL - Teaming Partners (if applicable)