Artifact Relocation Services
ID: N0018925Q0188Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-3392, USA

NAICS

Packing and Crating (488991)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: OTHER (V119)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/95c15ef1cfed45c3be1200c722a12425/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, is seeking proposals for artifact relocation services under solicitation number N0018925Q0188. The primary objective is to relocate historical artifacts from the National Museum of the U.S. Navy at the Washington Navy Yard to the Collection Management Facility in Richmond, VA, and transport one artifact to the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, FL. This project is significant for preserving cultural heritage and requires specialized equipment and techniques for the safe handling and transport of oversized and fragile artifacts. Interested small businesses must submit their proposals by April 4, 2025, following a mandatory site visit scheduled for March 27, 2025, and can contact Caitlin King at caitlin.d.king2.civ@us.navy.mil for further information.

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    Caitlin King
    caitlin.d.king2.civ@us.navy.mil
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    Amend 1 Combined Synopsis Solicitation.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) N0018925Q0188 issued by the Naval Supply Systems Command for artifact relocation services. The project involves moving historical artifacts from the National Museum of the U.S. Navy's Building 76 at the Washington Navy Yard to the Collection Management Facility in Richmond, VA, and the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, FL. As a 100% Small Business Set-Aside, the initiative allows only small businesses to bid, with a focus on complying with federal acquisition regulations. Key tasks require specialized equipment and techniques for safely de-installing and transporting oversized and fragile artifacts, ensuring adherence to safety standards and proper packing materials. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for interested bidders, and participation requires advanced notice due to security regulations. Proposals must be submitted by April 4, 2025, demonstrating the contractor's experience in similar projects, as well as compliance with relevant safety and packing regulations. The selection criteria prioritizes technical approach over price, ensuring the chosen contractor can effectively manage the intricate relocation process while safeguarding invaluable historical artifacts. This RFQ exemplifies the government's commitment to preserving cultural heritage through professional and regulated methods.
    Attachment 1 - Combined Synopsis Solicitation.pdf
    The Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) N0018925Q0188 for commercial services. The primary objective is to secure a contractor to relocate artifacts from the National Museum of the U.S. Navy at the Washington Navy Yard to a Collection Management Facility in Richmond, VA, and also to transport one artifact to the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, FL. The solicitation is open for proposals, specifically targeting small businesses under NAICS code 488991. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for March 27, 2025, to allow interested vendors to inspect the artifacts and the relocation location. Proposals must include compliance with the Performance Work Statement, detailing the management approach, technical capabilities, safety regulations, and the necessary equipment for safe transport. The period of performance is from May 1 to September 30, 2025, with quotes due by April 4, 2025. The document emphasizes adherence to federal acquisition regulations and various safety and handling requirements for museum artifacts, underscoring the project's complexity and need for specialized service providers.
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