This document outlines submission instructions for a request-for-quote (RFQ) related to the manufacture of fasteners at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. Vendors must email their quotes to Lauren LeDuc and be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). A key requirement is possession of the 2021 Portsmouth Naval Shipyard C.R. Gilbert / E.F. Dickson Fastener Program Manual along with either a Basic Ordering Agreement or compliance documentation with quality standards such as MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001/9002.
Quotes will be evaluated based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) standard, focusing on technical capability, price, and past performance over the last five years relevant to the contract. Vendors must demonstrate recent and relevant projects to receive an acceptable rating, essential for securing the contract. Poor past performance may result in disqualification.
Overall, this RFQ emphasizes technical compliance and financial competitiveness, reflecting government procurement practices to ensure quality and value in contracting services.
This Pre-Solicitation notice from the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard announces an upcoming Request for Quotation (RFQ) for non-commercial products, specifically a 100% Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The RFQ, numbered N3904024Q0079, pertains to the provision of a nickel copper aluminum bolt stud, detailed in accordance with specified standards from the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Fastener Program Manual. Contractors must meet data requirements outlined in the notice, including a Material Certification, and follow specifications in the referenced BOA Book.
The solicitation period runs from November 8 to November 15, 2024, with public announcements made from October 25 to November 8, 2024. All submissions are to be delivered to the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Kittery, Maine, and no government-furnished material will be provided for this request. Interested vendors must contact Lauren LeDuc for further details and access to the BOA Book, emphasizing the importance of adherence to outlined specifications and timely communication. This project underscores the commitment to engaging small businesses in government procurement processes while aligning with federal acquisition standards.