World Fleet Register Data for USACE Waterborne Commerce Statistics Center
ID: W912HQ24R0017Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW4LD USA HECSAALEXANDRIA, VA, 22315-3860, USA

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Libraries and Archives (519210)

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SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- ECONOMIC (B507)

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https://sam.gov/opp/bef6b2b8e5534bd098070c9420669648/view
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    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is seeking proposals for a firm-fixed price contract to acquire and maintain comprehensive vessel register data for its Waterborne Navigation Program. The primary objective is to obtain detailed information on commercial vessels, including specifications such as vessel type, dimensions, and operational status, to support evaluations of waterway improvements critical for domestic and foreign trade. This initiative emphasizes the importance of accurate and historical data collection for effective decision-making in waterway management, with a contract period that includes one base year and four optional years. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by October 21, 2024, and direct any inquiries to David A. Kaplan at david.a.kaplan@usace.army.mil or Quan Nguyen at Quan.Nguyen@usace.army.mil.

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    A02.13 Purchase Description - World Fleet Vessel Register Data dated 2024.09.17.docx
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) seeks commercial vessel register data to support its Waterborne Navigation Program through a purchase description developed by the Institute for Water Resources (IWR). The primary objective is obtaining comprehensive vessel data, including a minimum of 70 DWT/100 GRT for all vessel types, to aid in analyzing waterborne transport vital to U.S. trade. The project involves options for two data sets: a basic package of 33 data fields and a more extensive one of 108 fields, including key vessel specifications for economic evaluations. The contract aims to secure continuous data access for one year with potential extensions, and emphasizes updating data monthly to maintain accuracy. Strict guidelines govern data sharing within USACE to protect proprietary information. Deliverables include access to electronic downloads of the vessel register data with specific formatting and security measures. Overall, the initiative underscores USACE's commitment to informed decision-making in waterway management, ensuring efficient navigation and trade operations.
    B01.01 CSS - W912HQ24R0017.docx
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is soliciting proposals for commercial data services related to the World Fleet Vessel Register to support its Waterborne Navigation Program. This combined synopsis/solicitation outlines requirements for a firm fixed-price contract and is open to both small and non-small businesses under NAICS code 519210. The selected contractor will provide essential vessel data, including specifications of active, inactive, and newbuild vessels, to assist in the economic and engineering evaluation of waterway improvements. Proposals must be submitted electronically by September 25, 2023, and will be assessed based on technical capability, past performance, and price. The evaluation will prioritize technical understanding over past performance, considering the overall quality and relevancy of submissions. The contract period includes a base year with four one-year options, with performance primarily at the bidder’s facility. Compliance with various federal regulations and requirements is mandatory for contract eligibility. This solicitation emphasizes the need for precise data to enhance USACE's decision-making related to navigation system improvements, ensuring they can facilitate domestic and foreign trade effectively.
    B01.01 CSS - W912HQ24R0017 - dated 2024.10.02.docx
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) seeks proposals for a firm-fixed price contract to obtain data and information on commercial vessels for its Waterborne Navigation Program. This request for proposals (RFP) is open to all businesses, with a focus on small enterprises. The data will assist in evaluating waterway improvements, essential for domestic and foreign trade, and includes specifications like vessel type, dimensions, and operational status. Offerors must submit a detailed technical proposal, along with past performance records and pricing, by October 21, 2024. The evaluation will weigh technical understanding most heavily, with past performance and price following. The period of performance includes one base year and four optional years. The RFP underscores the need for detailed vessel databases, highlighting three areas of required data: active vessels, new builds, and inactive vessels. Proposals should be emailed to specified contract officials and include necessary registrations in the System for Award Management (SAM). This solicitation aims to enhance the effectiveness of USACE's waterway systems by employing accurate and extensive vessel data for decision-making.
    B08.03 Answers to Questions - Solicitation - W912HQ24R0017 - World Fleet Vessel Registry.docx
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is seeking proposals for a contract primarily focused on acquiring and maintaining vessel register data for commercial vessels. The proposal structure mandates a technical submission of no more than 30 pages, excluding sections on past performance and pricing, for which 2-3 examples of past work are requested. Vendors are expected to provide a firm fixed price covering two alternatives: Alternative A, focusing on a base data field listing of 33-34 fields, and Alternative B, extending to over 100 fields. Data access rights and use vary between USACE divisions, with some data remaining internal. The document clarifies the distinction between active, inactive, newbuild, and ordered vessels and emphasizes the importance of accurate and historical data collection for operational evaluations. Notably, this contract is deemed new rather than a follow-on, with no incumbent identified. The proposal deadline has been amended to accommodate further responses, indicating USACE's commitment to ensuring alignment with the needs of potential vendors. Overall, the document lays out the foundational expectations and requirements underlying the procurement process for this specific contract within the broader scope of government RFPs.
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