Sources Sought Notice-Material Handling Equipment (MHE)and Shipboard Mobile Support Equipment (SMSE)
ID: N3220524R0828Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYMSC NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2ff1d0e8f0314b0db0489920cdc2c83b/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Military Sealift Command (MSC) in Norfolk, Virginia, is seeking qualified sources for a contract focused on providing technical support services for Material Handling Equipment (MHE) and Shipboard Mobile Support Equipment (SMSE). The scope of work includes maintenance, inspection, repair actions, parts procurement, and logistical support for a variety of equipment utilized on MSC vessels and other government-owned ships. This equipment is critical for operations in storage and handling across various environments, including warehouses and aboard ships, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. Interested suppliers are encouraged to submit a capability statement detailing their qualifications and relevant experience to Alesha Ray at alesha.j.ray.civ@us.navy.mil or Kourtney Brooks at kourtney.k.brooks.civ@us.navy.mil, with the anticipated NAICS code being 811310 and a size standard of $12.5 million. This request is for information only, and no formal solicitation is currently available.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Alesha Ray
    alesha.j.ray.civ@us.navy.mil
    Kourtney Brooks
    kourtney.k.brooks.civ@us.navy.mil
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    SSN MHE pdf.pdf
    The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is seeking qualified sources for a contract to provide technical support services for Material Handling Equipment (MHE) and Shipboard Mobile Support Equipment (SMSE). This market survey aims to gather information to inform acquisition planning, with no formal solicitation currently available. The contract encompasses maintenance, inspection, repairs, parts procurement, and logistical support for various types of equipment used on MSC vessels and other government-owned ships. The anticipated NAICS code for this requirement is 811310, with a size standard of $12.5 million. Interested suppliers are required to submit a capability statement detailing their qualifications, relevant experience, and answers to specific market survey questions. The document outlines detailed capability requirements and the scope of work expected, including extensive inspections and maintenance actions per established safety and operational standards. The government emphasizes that any submitted information will be confidential and used strictly for planning purposes. Overall, the MSC requires firms capable of performing maintenance and technical services on a wide range of MHE and SMSE, ensuring compliance with relevant federal regulations and best practices in the industry.
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