VSFB CNC Machine Preventive Maintenance Service
ID: FA461024Q0045Type: Solicitation
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4610 30 CONS PKVANDENBERG SFB, CA, 93437-5212, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

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MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- SPECIAL INDUSTRY MACHINERY (J036)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is soliciting quotes for preventive maintenance services for CNC machines at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. This procurement, identified by Request for Quote Number FA4610-24-Q-0045, aims to maintain five specific Haas CNC machines to ensure their optimal operational performance, which is critical for the Training Device Design & Engineering Center. The contract, set aside for small businesses with a total award amount capped at $12,500,000, is expected to commence on October 23, 2024, and run through September 23, 2025. Interested contractors must submit their proposals by September 13, 2024, at 12:00 PM PST, and can direct inquiries to Tina Cox at Tina.Cox.4@spaceforce.mil or SrA Johnny G. Barreto at johnny.barreto@spaceforce.mil.

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    The document outlines the Statement of Work (SOW) for the preventive maintenance of Haas Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) machines at Vandenberg Space Force Base (VSFB) in California. It emphasizes the need for annual maintenance of five specific Haas CNC machines to maintain peak operational performance essential for the Training Device Design & Engineering Center. Services will be provided by Haas Certified Service Technicians and will include comprehensive checks, calibration analyses, and preventive inspections of mechanical and electrical systems. The maintenance period is flexible and will occur over a 7-day schedule agreed upon by both the contractor and TDDEC. The contractor is responsible for delivering all necessary materials, while the document specifies the government's furnishing of certain services and materials, such as waste removal and coolant replacement. The agreement also details security access requirements for contractor personnel and vehicles to the base, along with protocols for incurring damages and holding liability. Overall, the SOW aims to ensure the reliability of CNC machines, critical to mission support at VSFB, reflecting federal guidelines for contract proposals to maintain operational readiness in defense services.
    The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) from the 30th Contracting Squadron at Vandenberg Space Force Base for CNC Machine Preventative Maintenance Service. The RFQ is due by 12 PM PDT on September 13, 2024. Contractors are required to quote prices for a variety of specified machinery, including vertical mills and a dual spindle lathe, while adhering to the provided specifications and pricing guidelines. Key details include the NAICS classification (811310) with a size standard of $12,500,000, the stipulation that prices must incorporate shipping costs, and compliance with the System for Award Management (SAM) being mandatory for eligibility. Offerors are instructed to provide necessary information such as estimated delivery dates, TIN, and GSA contract details if applicable. The document emphasizes the importance of offering "or equal" items with corresponding specifications, and includes requirements for marking open market items clearly. Overall, the RFQ aims to procure essential maintenance services for CNC machinery, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and standards, while inviting qualified contractors to participate in the bidding process.
    The document outlines a solicitation for a contract primarily aimed at Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) for commercial products and services, specifically focusing on preventative maintenance services for CNC machines. The requisition number FA461024Q0045 is linked to a contract for maintaining five specific CNC machines over a period of twelve months, starting from October 23, 2024, to September 23, 2025. The total award amount is capped at $12,500,000. Key details include a structured payment plan through the Wide Area Workflow system, adherence to various FAR clauses concerning business ethics and compliance, and a commitment to enhance small business participation, particularly those owned by women and economically disadvantaged individuals. Proposal submission requires strict adherence to criteria set forth in the instructions section, emphasizing the importance of a well-documented offer. The document further addresses various clauses related to labor standards, environmental regulations, and the need for health and safety compliance on government installations. Overall, it underscores the government's initiative to support and procure services from small and disadvantaged business entities within the frameworks of federal contracting regulations.
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