Cofferdam Protective Enclosure - Direct WOSB
ID: SPMYM324Q3103Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA MARITIME - PORTSMOUTHPORTSMOUTH, NH, 03801-5000, USA

NAICS

Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing (332312)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS PREFABRICATED STRUCTURES (5450)

Set Aside

SBA Certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program Sole Source (FAR 19.15) (WOSBSS)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Maritime Portsmouth), is soliciting proposals for the procurement of a Cofferdam Protective Enclosure, specifically targeting Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) under a sole-source acquisition strategy. This enclosure is critical for supporting Virginia Class submarine overhauls at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, requiring adherence to stringent specifications and performance standards as outlined in the Statement of Work. The total estimated value of this procurement is approximately $4.5 million, with the solicitation closing date extended to September 12, 2024, at 3 PM EST. Interested vendors should submit their quotations via email to the designated contacts, Emily Kritzman and the DLA-KME email box, ensuring compliance with all submission requirements, including the necessary Security Agreement and approved DD2345 documentation.

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    The Security Agreement for the Protection of Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information outlines the responsibilities of the undersigned regarding the handling of sensitive specifications and documents related to RFP __SPMYM324Q3103__. Individuals receiving this information must utilize it strictly for preparing quotations or processing orders, without transmitting it outside their company or to foreign nationals. The document emphasizes the need for these specifications to be securely maintained, preventing unauthorized access, and prohibits copying. Upon contract completion, all materials must be returned to the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard as specified. Lastly, contact information of the authorized person (DD2345 POC) is critical for ensuring only approved personnel receive the drawings. The agreement reinforces the importance of safeguarding sensitive naval information in compliance with federal law as part of the government contracting process.
    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime seeks approval for a sole-source acquisition of a Specialized Cofferdam Protective Enclosure for Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, valued at approximately $4.5 million. Due to the unique nature of the enclosure, which protects equipment from environmental impacts, competitive bidding is being bypassed under statutory authority permitting such actions. A market survey identified four small businesses, but only one, Reynolds Welding & Fabrication LLC, is a certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) eligible for the direct procurement under the WOSB Program. The justification notes the enclosure, while commercially available, requires specific engineering drawings accessible only to approved vendors. The procurement process will follow simplified acquisition procedures to maintain efficiency. This action prioritizes meeting military needs while complying with federal regulations for small business participation, particularly within the WOSB framework. The necessary steps have been taken to ensure fair pricing and the solicitation excludes others that do not meet specified criteria.
    This document is an amendment to a solicitation concerning the procurement of a cofferdam protective enclosure for the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, aimed at supporting VIRGINIA Class overhauls. The amendment extends the closing date for submitting offers from September 6, 2024, at 3 PM EST to September 12, 2024, at the same time. The solicitation is being managed under Simplified Acquisition Procedures and involves a procurement strategy in alignment with the SBA Certified Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) program, specifically targeting Reynolds Welding & Fabrication LLC. Vendors are instructed to submit their quotations via email to the designated addresses while ensuring receipt confirmation. Additionally, the document includes updates to the required supplies and details pertaining to the project, specifically emphasizing adherence to the Statement of Work and applicable distribution requirements (DD2345). This amendment indicates both an administrative adjustment and an opportunity for prospective vendors to respond to an ongoing federal contracting effort.
    The document outlines a federal solicitation (SPMYM324Q3103) for a Cofferdam Protective Enclosure to support Virginia Class submarine overhauls at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. The solicitation, issued by DLA Maritime Portsmouth, requires the contractor to manufacture and deliver the enclosure in accordance with specified drawings and Statement of Work (SOW). It emphasizes Small Business participation, specifically for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) and provides instructions for submitting quotations, including contact information for the contracting officer, Emily Kritzman. The proposal includes necessary components, fabrication requirements, transportation, and specific materials to be used, all subject to stringent specifications to meet performance and safety standards. Invoicing procedures are detailed, and emphasis is placed on technical acceptability and pricing as evaluation criteria for the award, which will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Key clauses and representations required for compliance are also included, ensuring adherence to federal procurement regulations and standards. Overall, this solicitation aims to ensure that qualified vendors understand submission requirements and adhere to government procurement standards.
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