V-22 PropRotor Gearbox (PRGB) Input Quill Assemblies (IQA) Automated Test System
ID: N6852024R0041Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYFLEET READINESS CENTERPATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SHOP SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT (4920)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f13ca57bc8c24a66ba899c60812a0f13/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Fleet Readiness Center, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of a test stand designed to evaluate both left-hand and right-hand V-22 PropRotor Gearbox (PRGB) Input Quill Assemblies (IQA) for the V-22 aircraft. This procurement encompasses the complete mechanical, electrical, software, and control systems necessary for the test stand, including installation, commissioning, performance testing, and calibration to ensure functionality upon government acceptance. The test stand will be installed at Building 4497, Fleet Readiness Center East, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, and is critical for the production of aircraft components. Interested vendors should direct inquiries to Adam Coombs at adam.c.coombs.mil@us.navy.mil by 3:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time on September 9, 2024, and are reminded that this opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 336413.

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    DRAFT N6852024R0041.pdf
    The government seeks a turnkey test stand for V-22 aircraft prop rotor gearbox input quill assemblies. This commercial item procurement requires the stand to be capable of both manual and automatic testing, with stringent cyber security measures. Offerors must detail facility modifications and equipment needs, including provisions for cooling, compressed air, and power requirements. The test stand must collect and store data, with easy report generation. Software and hardware delivered must adhere to strict security protocols, including isolation from external networks and Windows 11 operating systems. Alarms and automated procedures are essential for operator safety and equipment protection. The contract includes options for post-delivery support and training. Respondents must meet detailed technical specifications and provide a Site Preparation and Installation Plan.
    IQA Test Stand_DRAFT CDRLs.pdf
    The file contains a comprehensive list of contract data requirements for developing and delivering a V-22 Prop Rotor Input Quill Assembly Test Stand. It outlines data items such as test equipment plans, installation procedures, user manuals, and calibration protocols, each with specific submission timelines and review processes. The requiring office is Fleet Readiness Center East in Cherry Point, NC. The data items are categorized for ease of reference, including sections on test equipment, maintenance, user guides, and acceptance procedures. The contract, numbered N68520-24-R-0041, is still awaiting the identification of a contractor, indicated by the "TBD" notation. The procurement process entails rigorous review timelines, with contractors required to submit incremental reports prior to official reviews, and final submissions often due just before acceptance reviews. The government's response time is set at 10 days for providing feedback after each review.
    Pre-Solicitation Conference_20240813.pptx
    The file details a forthcoming Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Navy procurement related to a V-22 IQA test stand. The RFP release is scheduled for 20 August, with proposals due on 20 September. The Navy seeks industry feedback to ensure a competitive process. The contract, spanning three years with two optional years, entails developing, building, and installing a test stand, along with training and calibration. It incentivizes early delivery and penalties late delivery. Offerors must submit proposals electronically, including technical, price, and administrative components. Technical evaluations will assess approach, reliability, throughput, maintainability, and schedule, while price adjustments will be made based on performance. The contract could be worth up to $750,000. A pre-solicitation conference is organized for industry briefings, facility tours, and one-on-one sessions with the government team.
    QA_IQA Test Stand Pre Solicitation Conference_Site Visit.docx
    The file relates to a government procurement for a specialized testing system, likely for the military or aerospace sector. Several key questions arise regarding the implementation and capabilities of the system. The government has not yet provided answers to many of these queries, stating that they will be addressed in amendments to follow. Among the clarified points, the definition of modifications to the facility is provided, along with confirmation that commercial off-the-shelf computers are acceptable as long as they meet Advanced Threat Analytics compliance. The need for a chiller is highlighted, along with the preference for maintaining ambient air temperature. Brand-specific components can be sourced commercially, but the government isn't able to assist in that process. The file indicates that several critical details are still pending resolution, leaving potential vendors awaiting further clarification before submitting fully informed proposals.
    Required Information on Company Letter Head 03272024.docx
    The file details a visit request from a company seeking access to a federal building, likely a military or government facility. The company wishes to send a group of individuals, whose personal information is provided, to the site for a specified period. The purpose of their visit is related to a named project or contract effort. The company's letterhead must include a signed confirmation that all listed personnel have reviewed and understood the 5000.1B FRC East Information Brochure. This request aims to facilitate a controlled visit with the necessary security clearances and access provisions.
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