58--CONVERTER,FREQUENCY, IN REPAIR/MODIFICATION OF
ID: N0010421QLC23Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECHMECHANICSBURG, PA, 17050-0788, USA

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Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK: ANALOG VOICE PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7G20)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, is soliciting quotes for the repair and modification of the CONVERTER, FREQUENCY. This procurement aims to secure the necessary services to restore and enhance the operational capabilities of this critical military equipment, ensuring compliance with established quality and inspection standards. The contract may be set aside for small businesses, emphasizing the importance of domestic sourcing and adherence to military packaging and identification requirements. Interested contractors must submit their quotations by 4:30 PM Eastern USA time on Friday, 31-January-2025, and can direct inquiries to Daniel Shepley at 717-605-7043 or via email at DANIEL.SHEPLEY@NAVY.MIL.

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    This document is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for the repair and modification of a specific military equipment part, the CONVERTER, FREQUENCY. The RFQ outlines the requirements for vendors to submit quotes, specifying that the contract might be set aside for small businesses. It details the expectations for quotations, including necessary certifications and representations, as well as the type of business classification. Key sections include specific instructions regarding the preparation and submission of quotes, the importance of domestic origin for supplied items, and guidance on the inclusion of repair costs and potential damages. The document specifies requirements for item's provenance, packaging for military standards, unique item identification, and reporting of hazardous materials. The RFQ also includes guidelines for inspections, acceptance criteria, and administrative instructions related to payment processes via the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system. Overall, it serves as a guideline for contractors to provide compliant bids while ensuring that all contractual and packaging standards are met before delivery to the government, demonstrating adherence to compliance and quality oversight in the procurement process.
    The presolicitation notice outlines the government's intent to procure a frequency converter component (NSN 7H-5895-015956973) for repair or modification, specifically requiring three units. The contracting office is located in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, with a response deadline set for July 26, 2021. Due to cost constraints, the government has determined not to purchase the necessary data rights or reverse engineer the part, which limits procurement to one source under FAR 6.302-1. While this notice does not solicit competitive proposals, it invites interested parties to express their capabilities within a 45-day window. For documentation related to specifications and standards, interested firms are directed to the DoD Single Stock Point, with further instructions on access and ordering. The notice reinforces that the government has opted not to employ typical commercial item procurement policies in this instance, prompting potential suppliers to submit any interest or relevant proposals efficiently. Overall, the document serves as a formal announcement of procurement intentions under specific regulations while also providing guidance on further actions for interested parties.
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