Small Business Set-Aside for Lunaire Steady State Chamber Per Attachments
ID: N61331-25-T-JK10Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (333248)

PSC

ENVIRONMENTAL CHAMBERS AND RELATED EQUIPMENT (6636)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 21, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 21, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 27, 2025, 5:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Surface Warfare Center, is seeking quotes from qualified small businesses for the procurement of a Lunaire Steady State Chamber, which is essential for the Navy Experimental Diving Unit in Panama City, Florida. This procurement is a total small business set-aside and involves acquiring a custom chamber with specific features such as customizable temperature ranges and humidity control, necessary for stringent testing of diver life support equipment. The Lunaire brand is the sole source for this requirement due to its unique compatibility with existing systems, ensuring operational efficiency and avoiding costly delays. Interested vendors must submit their quotes via email to Jamell L. Kilgore by January 27, 2025, at 11 AM Central Time, and must comply with invoicing through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) and other specified requirements.

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Jan 21, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The document outlines a request for the procurement of a specially designed Lunaire Steady State Chamber by the Navy Experimental Diving Unit in Panama City, FL. The unit is required to facilitate specific operational conditions with features such as a customizable temperature range, humidity control, and a deionized water cartridge system. Key specifications include the capability to operate at -5°C, necessitating a compressed air dryer and modified access port sizes. The chamber's dimensions, tolerance parameters, and electrical requirements are clearly detailed, alongside warranty information and instructional manuals. The comprehensive listing emphasizes the need for precise environmental control, which is essential for the unit's experimental diving tasks. This procurement reflects adherence to detailed operational parameters, common in federal RFPs to ensure that specific agency needs are met.
Jan 21, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
This document outlines various contract clauses, instructions, and requirements relevant to federal government contracts, specifically for NAVSEA's operations. It includes details on delivery performance standards (e.g., F.O.B. Destination), electronic payment processes, and contract regulations pertaining to subcontracting and internal confidentiality agreements. Key areas covered also address compliance with laws on issues such as human trafficking, safe driving policies, and protection of government interests in relation to telecommunications. Additionally, the document elaborates on invoicing procedures, requiring contractors to segregate costs and provide detailed breakdowns in the Wide Area Workflow system. It stipulates points of contact among government representatives for contract administration, emphasizing the contracting officer's authority to manage changes. Operational hours and holiday schedules dictate that deliveries are accepted only on weekdays, and outlines procedures for contractor responsibilities during government facility closures. The intent of this document serves to guide contractors in adhering to contractual obligations and regulatory compliance within federal procurement processes. Overall, it reflects a structured approach to contract management while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and facilitating clear communication among stakeholders.
Jan 21, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The memorandum presents a brand name justification for procuring a Lunaire Steady State Chamber by the Naval Sea Systems Command, specifically to upgrade hyperbaric test equipment and support systems. The planned procurement involves acquiring a custom chamber with specific features necessary for the stringent testing of diver life support equipment. The action, valued over $25,000, will utilize simplified acquisition procedures and is determined to be the sole source due to its unique compatibility with existing systems, thus avoiding costly complications associated with alternative solutions. The Contracting Officer confirms that this acquisition represents the best value for the government considering overall cost, special features, and administrative expenses. Market research indicates that Lunaire is the only brand meeting the agency's needs, with a synopsis to be published on sam.gov. Any alternative acquisitions would result in significant delays impacting project timelines, making the Lunaire brand essential for this requirement.
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