Aluminum Vacuum Chamber

Amendment 002: The purpose of this amendment is to post the revised Question and Answers document as an attachment.

Amendment 001: The purpose of this amendment is to post the Question and Answers document as an attachment. PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE NOTICE CAREFULLY AS IT CONSTITUES THE ONLY NOTICE THAT WILL BE ISSUED. This is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6-Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice.

This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This procurement is being solicited as a 100% small business set-aside. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code for this acquisition is 332999; the Small Business Size Standard is 750 employees. Request for Quote (RFQ) Number is N66604-24-Q-0449. The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) intends to award a Firm Fixed Price Type purchase order for the below items:

CLIN 0001: Quantity of one (1) Aluminum vacuum chamber, in accordance with the attached minimum requirements sheet. Please include a specification sheet with quotes submitted. The required shipping method is F.O.B. Destination to Newport, RI 02841. Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the latest Federal Acquisition Circular.

The following FAR clauses and provisions apply to this solicitation: 52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment 52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Service or Equipment 52.209-11, Representation by corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors Commercial Items 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications Commercial Items 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Items 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders Commercial Items The following DFARS clauses apply to this solicitation: 252.204-7008, Compliance with Safeguarding Covered Defense Information Controls 252.204-7009, Limitations on the Use or Disclosure of Third-Party Contractor Reported Cyber Incident Information, 252.204-7012, Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Reporting, 252.204-7019 Notice of NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements, 252.204-7020 NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements, 252.223-7999 Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors.

252.211-7003 Item Identification and Valuation 252.213-7000 Notice to Prospective Suppliers on Use of Supplier Performance Risk System in Past Performance Evaluations 252.215-7013 Supplies and Services Provided by Nontraditional Defense Contractors 252.246-7008 Sources of Electronic Parts Full text of incorporated FAR/DFARS clauses and provisions are available at www.acquisition.gov/far The method of payment is via Electronic Payment through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF). The Government will make award to the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) quote. In order to be determined technically acceptable:

(1) The offeror must provide items required, in the required quantities;

(2) Offerors shall provide proof that the items are shipped from the US;

(3) The Government will consider past performance information in accordance with DFARS Provision 252.213-7000 where negative information within Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) may render a quote being deemed technically unacceptable. The quote shall include price, delivery terms, and the following additional information with submission: point of contact (including phone number and email address) and contractor CAGE code. A quote received after the closing date and time specified may be ineligible for award.

This solicitation requires registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award, pursuant to applicable regulations and guidelines. Registration information can be found at www.sam.gov The quote may be submitted via email to the email address below and must be received on or before Tuesday, 21 May 2024 at 1400 eastern time. Offer received after the closing date are considered to be late and may not be considered for award. For information on this acquisition contact Franklin Patton at franklin.k.patton2.civ@us.navy.mil.