ML-6697A Vacuum Tube rebuild services
ID: N0018924NCTAMS-CUTLERType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-3392, USA

NAICS

Other Electronic Component Manufacturing (334419)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- ELECTRIC WIRE AND POWER DISTRIBUTION EQUIPMENT (J061)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/395f96cbc9c9456689014e17e12cf0e8/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Supply Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, is seeking information from qualified vendors for the rebuild of ten ML-6697A Vacuum Tubes at the Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area, Master Station Detachment Cutler in Maine. The contractor will be responsible for all labor, tools, equipment, and transportation necessary to complete the rebuild to original specifications within a 12-14 week timeframe after receipt of the tubes, with a performance period extending from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, and options for four additional years. This procurement is critical for maintaining operational integrity and safety standards for military communications equipment. Interested parties must submit their capabilities and relevant experience by September 9, 2024, at 8 AM, to the designated contacts, John Hill and Samantha Miller, via the provided email addresses.

    Point(s) of Contact
    JOHN HILL
    john.c.hill36.civ@us.navy.mil
    Samantha Miller
    Samantha.miller@navy.mil
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    Draft-Statement Of Work.pdf
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for the rebuild of 10 ML-6697A Vacuum Tubes at the Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area, Master Station Detachment Cutler (NCTAMS LANT Det. Cutler) in Maine. The contractor must provide all labor, tools, equipment, and transportation necessary for the rebuild, which is to be completed within 14 weeks after the contract date. The performance period spans from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, with options for four additional years. Key requirements include the rebuilding of the tubes to original specifications, a warranty for a minimum of 3,000 operational hours, and provisions for replacement if any tubes are deemed irreparable. The contractor is tasked with palletizing the rebuilt tubes for shipment, ensuring all pallets contain Tilt and G-Force sensors to monitor handling during transport. If any shipping damages occur, the shipment must be returned for inspection at the contractor's expense. This SOW emphasizes the thought-out process for maintaining operational integrity and safety standards in the handling and shipping of sensitive equipment, reflecting the government's thorough approach in managing military contracts.
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