Sole Source requirement for Preventative Maintenance of two (2) each Hanel Lean-Lift Storage Systems.
ID: W912NW-25-Q-0005Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK CCAD CONTR OFFCORPUS CHRISTI, TX, 78419-5260, USA

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Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

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MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SHOP EQUIPMENT (J049)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command, is seeking a contractor for the sole source requirement of preventative maintenance for two Hanel Lean-Lift Storage Systems at the Corpus Christi Army Depot in Texas. The contract entails semi-annual maintenance visits, with the contractor required to coordinate these visits at least 20 days in advance, ensuring compliance with federal standards and regulations. This procurement is critical for maintaining operational efficiency and is limited to Minor Corporation, the sole qualified source due to its exclusive access to proprietary engineering data and expertise related to the Hanel systems. Interested parties can contact Terry B. Clark at terry.b.clark4.civ@army.mil or by phone at 361-961-6489 for further details. The contract will utilize Operations and Maintenance funds for fiscal year 2024 and includes a base year plus three option years.

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    The document outlines a memorandum from the Army Contracting Command regarding a follow-on contract for semi-annual preventative maintenance (PM) of the Hanel Lean-Lift Storage System at the Corpus Christi Army Depot. The contracting agency specifies that Minor Corporation is the sole qualified source for the service, due to its exclusive access to proprietary engineering data and expertise related to the Hanel systems. The anticipated contract, categorized under simplified acquisition procedures, will utilize Operations and Maintenance funds for fiscal year 2024. Market research, conducted from April to August 2024, verified that no other contractors could fulfill the required services. The document asserts compliance with federal acquisition regulations, stating that this justification meets the criteria for sole-source procurement. The contract officer certifies that the necessity for limiting competition is justified and that the pricing for the contract will be fair and reasonable. This memorandum serves to explain the rationale behind limiting competition in federal procurement processes, particularly when specialized expertise and proprietary requirements are involved, ensuring that the government can effectively maintain key operational systems.
    The document outlines Solicitation W912NW25Q0005 for the provision of semi-annual preventative maintenance on Hanel Lean-Lift Storage Systems at the Corpus Christi Army Depot. The contractor must schedule two maintenance visits annually, coordinating with the depot at least 20 days ahead. The acquisition targets small businesses, including those eligible under various classifications (e.g., service-disabled veteran-owned, women-owned). It emphasizes adherence to regulatory clauses and certification requirements, including the need for compliance with federal standards related to labor, child rights, and environmental protection. The solicitation is part of a transition to the Army Contract Writing System (ACWS), which may result in changes to submission procedures. This document facilitates the government's intent to efficiently procure maintenance services while supporting small business participation and ensuring compliance with pertinent regulations.
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