Combat Logistics Force (CLF) Vessel Affordability Study

The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) intends to award a Combat Logistics Force (CLF) Vessel special study to General Dynamics – National Steel and Shipbuilding Company (NASSCO), 2798 East Harbor Drive San Diego, CA92113 (CAGE CODE 81220), to support feasibility and affordability assessments of Next Generation Logistics Ship (NGLS) requirements under existing contract N00024-16-C-2229. The action will include firm fixed price and/or cost type CLINs.

The contemplated efforts will be negotiated and awarded pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1(a)(2). NASSCO possesses the critical capability and experience in design and construction of CLF ships for the U.S. Navy. The proposed contract action is for supplies for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one responsible source under the cited FAR Part 6 authority. Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact NASSCO directly.

Disclaimer: This pre-solicitation notice is for information only, and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to solicit contractual offers or award contracts. The Government is not soliciting, nor will it accept, proposals as a result of this synopsis. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit a proposal.

This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals, however, any proposal received by the repsonse date of publication of this synopsis will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.

The Government will not reimburse respondents for any questions submitted or information provided as a result of this notice. This is not an RFP or a promise to issue an RFP, this information is subject to modification, and it in no way binds the Government to award a contract. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, which shall be considered by the agency.