Miscellaneous Electrical Materials for Kennedy Space Center
ID: FA252124QB088-2Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2521 45 CONS LGCPATRICK SFB, FL, 32925-3237, USA

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All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing (335999)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS (5999)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking sources for the procurement of miscellaneous electrical materials necessary for the construction of a K-Span structure at the Kennedy Space Center for NASA. This requirement is part of a market research initiative and aims to identify potential suppliers who can provide the specified electrical materials, which are critical for the successful completion of the project. Interested parties are encouraged to submit capabilities packages that detail their company size, socio-economic status, and relevant experience, with a focus on compliance with federal procurement standards. Responses must be submitted by the specified deadline, and inquiries can be directed to Cynthia Whittaker at cynthia.whittaker@spaceforce.mil. Registration with the System for Award Management is mandatory for eligibility in contract awards.

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    The Patrick Space Force Base has issued a Sources Sought notice in anticipation of a requirement for Miscellaneous Electrical materials needed to construct a K-Span structure at the Kennedy Space Center for NASA. This notice serves as a market research tool and is not a solicitation for proposals. The proposed NAICS Code is 335999, with a size standard of 600 employees, indicating this potential requirement will be set aside for small businesses. Interested parties are encouraged to submit brief capabilities packages, highlighting company size, socio-economic status, and experience with similar government and commercial contracts. Key details necessary for submission include the firm’s UEI, CAGE Code, and SAM registration status. The notice emphasizes that responses must clarify whether the firm is a supplier or manufacturer and delineate between work to be performed by the prime contractor and any teaming partners. The response is limited to five pages and must include past performance references with contact details. Although it is a Sources Sought notice, registration with the System for Award Management is required to be eligible for any contract award or payment. The government will not cover expenses incurred in preparing responses, and all submitted information will be treated as proprietary unless specified otherwise.
    The document outlines a comprehensive list of materials and equipment required for an upcoming construction or maintenance project. It details various items necessary for plumbing and infrastructure work, including clear pipe cement, PVC pipes, valves, ductile iron pipes, mechanical joints, and numerous connectors and fittings. The quantities range from small packages to bulk supplies, indicating a significant scale of operations. Specific products, such as different types of pipe hangers and backflow preventers, are included alongside items for safety installations like eye wash stations and fire department connections. This request for proposals (RFP) is essential for municipalities or organizations seeking to procure necessary materials while adhering to federal, state, and local guidelines for construction and maintenance operations. The structured format provides a clear inventory which suppliers can reference, streamlining the bidding process in compliance with government procurement standards. Overall, this document serves as a critical tool in facilitating the procurement process for essential infrastructure components.
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