Sources Sought - Jet Dock or Equal - Tyndall AFB
ID: FA481925Q0016Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4819 325 CONS PKPTYNDALL AFB, FL, 32403, USA

NAICS

Boat Building (336612)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- SHIPS, SMALL CRAFT, PONTOONS, AND FLOATING DOCKS (J019)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/318c06c49d234368a6eb54831bf879da/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the 325th Contracting Squadron at Tyndall Air Force Base, is seeking qualified vendors to provide a floating drive-on dock system, specifically a brand name Jet Dock or an equivalent product. The dock is intended to enhance maintenance and operational efficiency for a 29-foot vessel weighing just under 13,000 lbs, facilitating easy launch, recovery, and maintenance while preventing marine life build-up that could damage the vessel. Interested parties are invited to submit their quotes by 2:00 PM CST on May 7, 2025, with all submissions sent via email to SrA Matt Pierce at matthew.pierce.13@us.af.mil; please note that this requirement is not yet funded and is subject to the availability of funds.

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    _52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Products and Commercial Services.pdf
    The document pertains to various governmental funding opportunities, specifically focusing on federal requests for proposals (RFPs), federal grants, and state and local RFPs. The core purpose is to provide a detailed outline of available funding options for potential applicants, emphasizing the criteria, eligibility, and objectives associated with these financial resources. It highlights the significance of each funding opportunity in supporting various initiatives within the community, aiming to improve infrastructure, public services, and economic development. Key points include an overview of application processes, deadlines, and compliance requirements. Additionally, the document stresses the importance of aligning project proposals with government priorities and guidelines to enhance chances of selection. The intricate details surrounding application submissions and necessary documentation are also covered to ensure potential applicants are adequately prepared. Overall, this document serves as an essential resource for stakeholders seeking financial assistance, designed to facilitate understanding and navigation of the governmental funding landscape to foster effective project development and implementation across various sectors.
    Floating Dock 325 SFS SSJ(CO Signed)_1_Redacted.pdf
    Salient Characteristics - Replacement Dock.pdf
    The Tyndall Air Force Base is seeking a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of one drive-on floating dock, intended to enhance maintenance and operational efficiency for a 29-foot vessel weighing just under 13,000 lbs. This pneumatic floating dock, measuring 15’x35’, will facilitate easy vessel launch, recovery, and maintenance while preventing marine life build-up that can damage the boat and its components. The selected vendor will be responsible for delivery and installation of the dock, providing tracking and contact information one week prior to the scheduled installation. The process emphasizes the importance of modular, portable systems tailored to specific vessel dimensions and weight capacity. Contact details for the purchasing point of contact, Matt Pierce, are provided for coordination before the purchase agreement is finalized. This document reflects the essential procurement protocols typically associated with government contracts and grants, highlighting the efficiency and operational readiness sought by military installations.
    Solicitation - FA481925Q0016.pdf
    The document outlines a solicitation for a contract specifically targeting Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) to deliver commercial products and services, specifically a drive-on dry-docking system for watercraft at Tyndall AFB. It includes contract details such as requisition and solicitation numbers, contact information, due dates, and submission guidelines. Essential contract aspects involve compliance with various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses, outlining contractor responsibilities related to unique item identification, payment requests, and contractor qualifications. The emphasis is on procurement inclusivity, particularly for economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses, while adhering to established guidelines for safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. The overall purpose is to facilitate efficient procurement processes while promoting small business participation in federal contracting, aligning with government objectives to enhance diversity in government contracts.
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