Sources Sought Sling Load Training Blocks
ID: W9124G_Sling_Load_BlocksType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT NOVOSELFORT NOVOSEL, AL, 36362-5000, USA

NAICS

Concrete Block and Brick Manufacturing (327331)

PSC

TILE, BRICK AND BLOCK (5620)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/51a7217e6fbc46468b2ce3fcd553d8c8/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is conducting market research for the procurement of sling load training blocks required by the TRADOC 110th Aviation Brigade for helicopter operations. The procurement involves the manufacturing of 15 concrete sling load blocks of various weight capacities that must adhere to specific Department of Defense standards, with delivery expected at Fort Novosel, Alabama. This opportunity is crucial for ensuring effective training in helicopter operations, and the contract may be set aside for small businesses. Interested vendors should submit a capabilities statement detailing relevant experience and compliance with small business criteria to the designated Contract Specialist, Melissa Mayhall, at melissa.k.mayhall2.civ@army.mil, by the specified deadline. This notice is a preliminary step and not a formal request for proposals.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Melissa Mayhall
    melissa.k.mayhall2.civ@army.mil
    Laura J Blackmon
    laura.j.blackmon2.civ@army.mil
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    Sources Sought_Sling Load Training Blocks.pdf
    The MICC Ft. Novosel AL is seeking market research responses for the procurement of sling load training blocks required by the TRADOC 110th Aviation Brigade for helicopter operations. This notice serves as a preliminary step to assess potential interest and capabilities in fulfilling this contract, which may be set aside for small businesses. The contract involves manufacturing 15 concrete sling load blocks of various weight capacities, adhering to specific DoD standards, and delivering them to Fort Novosel by the designated timeframe. Interested businesses should submit a capabilities statement detailing previous relevant work, technical skills, and compliance with small business criteria. The expected contract type is Firm Fixed Price, and responses will facilitate a determination of competition scope. The synopsis emphasizes that this is not a formal request for proposals and outlines the process for submission while ensuring confidentiality for any proprietary information shared. Responses must be emailed to the designated Contract Specialist by the specified deadline.
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