Total Small Business Set Aside for Twenty (20) each AQUALUNG BRAND Underwater Breathing Apparatus MODE BACK MOUNT KITS, as requested in attachments.
ID: N61331-24-T-JC32Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTERPANAMA CITY BEACH, FL, 32407-7001, USA

NAICS

Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing (339920)

PSC

HOSE AND FLEXIBLE TUBING (4720)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center, is seeking quotes from qualified small businesses for the procurement of twenty Aqualung Brand Underwater Breathing Apparatus MODE Back Mount Kits. This procurement is essential for reconfiguring existing Aqualung UBAs to ensure compatibility and reliability, as alternative brands would necessitate extensive testing and evaluation, potentially leading to delays and increased costs. The contract is a total small business set-aside, emphasizing the importance of these specialized goods for operational efficiency in naval operations. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by September 11, 2024, to Jessica Clark at jessica.d.clark27.civ@us.navy.mil, ensuring compliance with all specified requirements, including the provision of Cage Code and lead time.

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    This government file outlines the contract administration processes, delivery conditions, and regulatory compliance requirements for federal procurement, focusing on the U.S. Navy. Key sections detail delivery terms such as FOB Origin and Destination, electronic payment request submissions, and essential contract clauses relating to compliance and reporting standards, including anti-trafficking measures and prohibitions against certain telecommunications services. The document specifies that contractors must follow strict procedures for submitting invoices and supporting documentation via the Wide Area Workflow system. It highlights the roles of contracting officials and emphasizes the importance of written directives from contracting officers for any changes to contract scope. Additionally, the file includes provisions for operational hours during which deliveries will be accepted and outlines the process for handling federal holidays and unexpected government closures. An important aspect discussed is the utilization of third-party contractors for managing official contract records, ensuring the protection of sensitive information. Overall, the document serves as a guide for contractors to fulfill their obligations while adhering to federal regulations and policies associated with RFPs and grant programs.
    This document outlines a Brand Name Justification for the procurement of Aqualung Underwater Breathing Apparatus overhaul training and materials by the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD). The contracting activity will award a sole source firm fixed price contract for 20 Modular Oxygen Diving Equipment (MODE) Underwater Breathing Apparatus. Aqualung, as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), is identified as the only vendor capable of providing compatible components to ensure reliability. The necessity of avoiding delays and additional costs associated with testing non-OEM parts substantiates the decision. The Contracting Officer concludes that Aqualung is the best value option due to its unique qualifications. Market research indicates Aqualung’s sole source status, which will be publicly announced on sam.gov. The document emphasizes the importance of acquiring OEM components to meet government needs effectively.
    The document outlines a Brand Name Justification for procuring twenty Aqualung Underwater Breathing Apparatus (UBA) MODE Back Mount Kits by the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD). It identifies the contracting activity located in Panama City, FL, and notes that the procurement will be a sole source award to authorized Aqualung sellers. The purchase is necessary for reconfiguring existing Aqualung UBAs to ensure compatibility and reliability, as alternative brands would require testing and evaluation, leading to delays and additional costs. The justification emphasizes that Aqualung is the only source capable of meeting the Government’s needs, highlighting the contract represents the best value concerning costs and special features. Although the requirement will be advertised on sam.gov, market research validated that no other providers would suffice. Overall, the memo advocates for acquiring Aqualung’s components to mitigate risks and enhance operational efficiency, adhering to federal procurement regulations.
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