Follow-On Army Watercraft Sustainment Maintenance (AWSM) Program - DRAFT Solicitation - ZONE 3 - Pier Side
ID: W912CH-25-R-L003Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC- DTAWARREN, MI, 48397-5000, USA

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Other Support Activities for Water Transportation (488390)

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MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- SHIPS, SMALL CRAFT, PONTOONS, AND FLOATING DOCKS (J019)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA), is seeking proposals for the Follow-On Army Watercraft Sustainment Maintenance (AWSM) Program, specifically for Zone 3 Pier Side repairs. This procurement involves a five-year Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract aimed at providing pier-side maintenance and repair services for the Army Vessel Fleet, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with safety and environmental regulations. The selected contractors will be responsible for a range of services, including mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs, with a focus on delivering high-quality proposals that meet stringent evaluation criteria, including past performance, price, and small business participation. Interested parties should contact Brandon LaBonty at brandon.a.labonty.civ@army.mil or Christopher Murphy at christopher.m.murphy90.civ@army.mil for further details, and proposals must adhere to the outlined submission guidelines to be considered for this critical defense contract.

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    The Army Watercraft Sustainment Maintenance (AWSM) Program outlines the current operational status of various watercraft systems within the U.S. Army, detailing vessel classifications and quantities. The document categorizes vessels into Classes A2, A1, B, and C, with specific designs noted for logistic and support operations. Class A2 includes ocean-going vessels, while Class A1 consists of coastal and inland vessels. Class B covers smaller tugs and landing crafts, and Class C includes barges, with the Barge Derrick being the only Class C vessel equipped with machinery. The document features the current fleet, highlighting specific vessels such as the Logistic Support Vessel 1 and Landing Craft Utility, noting the absence of certain models, like the Large Tug. Additionally, powered units within the program, which serve various operational demands, are also specified. This document is essential for strategic planning, resource allocation, and potential government requests for proposals (RFPs) regarding watercraft sustainment and maintenance needs, ensuring efficient deployment and readiness of maritime support capabilities.
    The document outlines the specifications and requirements for the Army Watercraft Sustainment Maintenance (AWSM) under Solicitation No. W912CH-25-R-L003, primarily focusing on pricing and labor categories for various support roles over a six-year contract. Offerors must provide inputs for fully burdened labor costs, indirect costs, and profit margins in specified areas highlighted in yellow within the pricing model. Each ordering year outlines direct and indirect costs associated with labor and material, culminating in a total proposed price of approximately $13,953,729.24. The document emphasizes maintaining fixed pricing structures and constraining adjustments to specific inputs, ensuring that all proposed rates comply with the defined guidelines. This solicitation represents a critical component of the federal procurement process for sustainment services, aimed at ensuring operational readiness and efficacy in maintenance of Army watercraft, thereby supporting the broader defense mission.
    The contract outlines requirements for a contractor to perform pier-side repairs and maintenance on the Army Vessel Fleet to ensure operational capability. The contractor is responsible for supplying labor, materials, and equipment for various systems, including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and navigation systems. Services may include troubleshooting, part fabrication, equipment replacement, and certification compliance. Response times for emergency and programmed repairs are defined, requiring the contractor to submit schedules and logs of tasks. The contractor must comply with security, safety, environmental regulations, and warranty provisions for the work completed. Key deliverables include condition reports, modification completion reports, and any requests for variance from prescribed work procedures. The government holds the contractor accountable for any damages incurred during their work. Specifically, all personnel working on-site must complete necessary security training and identity verification processes. The document serves to ensure procedural compliance and accountability in military vessel maintenance while detailing extensive logistical and regulatory requirements that govern contractor operations within Army facilities and installations.
    This document outlines the instructions and conditions for submitting proposals in response to a U.S. Army Request for Proposal (RFP). It details the proposal structure, including four volumes: Past Performance, Price, Small Business Participation, and Administrative, each with specific content requirements. Offerors must submit proposals in English and U.S. dollars within a minimum acceptance period of 240 days, and strictly follow the submission guidelines, including using CD-ROMs or DVDs for electronic proposals. Crucially, it emphasizes the need for thorough past performance documentation and a clear understanding of project requirements. Offerors are warned that incomplete proposals may be rejected, and information must be provided clearly to allow for meaningful evaluation. Additionally, a Small Business Participation plan is mandatory, outlining subcontracting goals, while a Property Management Plan is required for managing government property. Lastly, the document includes information on potential organizational conflicts of interest and the protest procedures for the bidding process. Overall, the RFP serves to facilitate structured and competitive procurement for government contracts, with robust expectations set for offerors.
    The document outlines the evaluation factors for awarding a firm-fixed-price contract for the Army Watercraft Sustainment Maintenance Program, specifically for Zone 3 Global Pier Side Repairs. The award selection will be based on three main evaluation factors: Past Performance, Price, and Small Business Participation, with Past Performance being the most critical. Approximately 15 contracts may be awarded based on proposals that provide the best value to the Government, which may not necessarily be the lowest price. Offerors must be eligible and meet specific requirements, such as registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submission of a valid Agreement for Boat Repair. Proposals can be rejected for various reasons, including failure to meet instructions, proposing exceptions, or inconsistencies. The Government intends to perform a compliance review, followed by a Source Selection Trade-off evaluation considering the strengths and weaknesses of each proposal. Small Business participation goals are outlined, with specific percentages set for various categories. The summary emphasizes the need for compliant, competitive, and high-quality proposals to succeed in this solicitation process.
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