Lead Brick Ballast
ID: N0016425Q0613Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC CRANECRANE, IN, 47522-5001, USA

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Nonferrous Metal (except Copper and Aluminum) Rolling, Drawing, and Extruding (331491)

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NONFERROUS BASE METAL REFINERY AND INTERMEDIATE FORMS (9650)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide 83,000 pounds of lead brick ballast for the installation of the AN/SLQ-32(V)7 BLK 3 system aboard the DDG-100 ship. The lead ballast must comply with the specifications outlined in QQ-L-171 Grade B and be packaged according to MIL-STD-129, with delivery scheduled to Vigor Marine Harbor Island in Seattle, WA, by May 1, 2025. This procurement is part of a broader initiative to enhance naval capabilities and is specifically set aside for small businesses, including economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses, emphasizing the federal commitment to supporting diverse participation in government contracting. Interested vendors must submit their offers via email to Kelly Kapanzhi at kelly.l.kapanzhi.civ@us.navy.mil by the deadline of April 14, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time.

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    The document outlines the Statement of Work for the provision of 83,000 pounds of lead brick ballast for the AN/SLQ-32(V)7 BLK 3 system installation on the DDG-100 ship. The purpose is to ensure timely delivery of the ballast to prevent any delays during the ship's modernization period at the shipyard in Everett, Washington. The lead ballast must meet the specifications outlined in QQ-L-171 Grade B and be packaged and marked according to MIL-STD-129. The delivery will be made to Vigor Marine Harbor Island, with shipyard personnel responsible for unloading the delivery. The lead material can be sourced from reclaimed lead through authorized processes, confirming adherence to federal standards. This project is part of a broader initiative to upgrade naval capabilities through the installation of essential equipment in a timely and efficient manner.
    The document outlines a solicitation for commercial products and services from Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB). Specifically, it highlights a federal contract (N0016425Q0613) involving the provision and delivery of lead ballast for installation aboard DDG 100, with a due date for offers set for April 14, 2025. The contract mandates a 100% small business set-aside, emphasizing eligibility for small businesses, specifically economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses and others. Key details include delivery expectations to Seattle, WA, by May 1, 2025, specific evaluation criteria (timeliness, past performance, and pricing), and firm fixed price arrangements. The document specifies terms of inspection, acceptance, and payment processes, with numerous regulations and clauses cited to ensure compliance with federal standards. These regulations cover various aspects, including the limitations on contracting practices, equal opportunity provisions, and definitions related to contract administration. Overall, the solicitation emphasizes federal support for small business participation in government contracting, particularly focusing on enhancing opportunities for women-owned enterprises.
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