Sole Source for Thermotron Repairs
ID: N6660425Q0041Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNUWC DIV NEWPORTNEWPORT, RI, 02841-1703, USA

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Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

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MAINTENANCE OF GOVERNMENT-OWNED GOVERNMENT-OPERATED (GOGO) ENVIRONMENTAL LABORATORIES (Z1HZ)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT), is seeking a sole-source contractor for the repair and servicing of Thermotron Environmental Chambers and portable chillers. The procurement aims to ensure timely maintenance by factory-authorized technicians, which is critical for conducting environmental testing on Virginia Class Non-Propulsion Electronic Systems. The contract, identified as N66604-25-Q-0041, will be awarded on a Firm Fixed Price basis, with a total potential value of $250,000, including options for future services. Interested parties must submit their quotes by November 15, 2024, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time, and can direct inquiries to Michelle Weigert at michelle.e.weigert.civ@us.navy.mil or by phone at 401-832-2811.

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    The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) for services related to the repair and servicing of environmental test chambers and portable chillers at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT). This solicitation, identified as N66604-25-Q-0041, is being issued on a sole-source basis to Thermotron Industries, the only provider with factory-certified technicians. The RFQ will be open for less than 15 days and aims to award a Firm Fixed Price contract that includes options for future services. Key components of the RFQ involve various Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) including labor, materials, and travel costs, with specified ceilings for each category. The pricing structure includes both the base year and an option year, with total potential expenditures reaching $250,000. In terms of compliance, the solicitation mandates active registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) and includes detailed instructions to offerors about quote submission. Relevant federal acquisition regulations and clauses cover various operational and regulatory standards applicable to this contract. The deadline for quote submission is November 15, 2024, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Interested parties are encouraged to provide competitive pricing despite the sole-source nature of the requirement for future procurement considerations.
    The document outlines the Statement of Work (SOW) for repair services of Thermotron Environmental Chambers at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT). The facility conducts extensive environmental testing for Virginia Class Non-Propulsion Electronic Systems and requires factory-authorized technicians for maintenance. The contractor's responsibilities include repairing environmental test chambers and portable chillers, responding to issues within 48 hours, providing necessary tools and materials, and ensuring compliance with various applicable documents. Security and operational protocols are emphasized, stating that all contractor personnel must adhere to strict security regulations, including controlled unclassified information handling and operations security (OPSEC) programs. The document specifies no provision of government-furnished property and lists required government-furnished information for repairs. Overall, the SOW emphasizes the critical nature of timely repairs to ensure testing capabilities, the importance of adhering to security measures, and structured procedures for conducting repair activities at the facility.
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