Autonomous Unmanned Tugs
ID: M6700425Q0027Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDERALBANY, GA, 31704-0313, USA

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

PSC

WAREHOUSE TRUCKS AND TRACTORS, SELF-PROPELLED (3930)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ef702f077b10431f974c03db92f45d02/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, is soliciting quotes for the procurement of Autonomous Unmanned Tugs under Solicitation Number M67004-25-Q-0027. This procurement aims to acquire commercial items through Full and Open Competition, with a focus on technical capability, price, and past performance, utilizing a Brand Name or Equal requirement for the specified tugs. The successful offeror will play a crucial role in enhancing operational efficiency and logistics support for the Marine Corps. Interested parties must submit their quotes via email by 1100 EST on February 19, 2025, and ensure compliance with all required documentation and FAR/DFARS provisions. For further inquiries, contact Malik Jones-Pierre at malik.jones-pierre@usmc.mil or call 229-639-8692.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Malik Jones-Pierre
    (229) 639-8692
    malik.jones-pierre@usmc.mil
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    D01_M6700425Q0027_RFQ1.pdf
    The Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Georgia, issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Autonomous Unmanned Tugs (Solicitation Number M67004-25-Q-0027) intended to procure commercial items via Full and Open Competition. Responses from interested offerors must be submitted by email by 1100 EST on February 19, 2025. Quotes will be evaluated based on technical capability, price, and past performance, utilizing a Brand Name or Equal requirement for Steer Autonomous Unmanned Tugs. Offerors must ensure all required information and documentation, including representation certifications, are included in their quotes to avoid being deemed non-responsive. The RFQ emphasizes a preference for FOB Destination pricing and outlines necessary clauses and provisions from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) that must be adhered to, along with application guidelines for subcontracting and invoicing. The emphasis on compliance highlights the government's requirements for transparency and accountability in the procurement process.
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