Manufacture of Large or Intermediate Type Universal CPP Dummy Hub(s)
ID: N6449825RCPPHubType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC PHILADELPHIA DIVPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19112-1403, USA

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Other Nonferrous Metal Foundries (except Die-Casting) (331529)

PSC

SHIP AND BOAT PROPULSION COMPONENTS (2010)

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https://sam.gov/opp/7884cfac15a747d4a3946515a576da8f/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD), is seeking information from contractors capable of manufacturing large or intermediate type Universal Controllable Pitch Propeller (CPP) Dummy Hubs. This procurement is part of a market research initiative aimed at assessing contractor capabilities for producing essential components used in inspecting and repairing CPP blades on various U.S. Navy ships. The anticipated contract will be a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type, with an expected award and performance commencement in December 2025. Interested firms must submit capability statements, limited to five pages, by April 5, 2025, to Grace Haley at grace.k.haley.civ@us.navy.mil, with the subject line "N6449825RCPPHub." All submissions will become government property, and proprietary information will be protected.

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    Sources Sought.docx
    The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) is conducting a Sources Sought Notice for contractors interested in manufacturing large or intermediate type universal dummy hubs, an essential component for various ship classes. This solicitation is part of a market research initiative, not a formal request for proposals. The contract is anticipated to be a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), with an expected award date in December 2025, and a performance commencement also aimed for December 2025. Interested firms must submit capability statements limited to five pages, covering their corporate details, past performance, and technical capabilities. Responses are due by April 5, 2025. The notice clarifies that this is solely for planning purposes and does not obligate the government to issue a contract or solicit proposals. All submissions will become government property, and proprietary information will be protected. This source sought notice underscores the government's method of assessing the market capabilities prior to initiating procurement actions, ensuring alignment with federal acquisition regulations.
    SOW_CPP Dummy Hub(s).docx
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for the manufacture of large and intermediate type Universal Controllable Pitch Propeller (CPP) Dummy Hubs for the Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD). This contract is established for non-personal services, emphasizing that no employer-employee relationship exists between the government and contractor personnel. The work involves producing specific dummy hub assemblies used for inspecting and repairing CPP blades on various U.S. Navy ships. Key tasks include the manufacture, pre- and post-crated visual inspection, dimensional verification, packaging, and crating of these assemblies. The contractor must adhere to strict quality management systems, follow detailed inspection and documentation guidelines, and ensure compliance with security training regulations. Requirements also include submitting regular status reports, ensuring all personnel have proper clearances, and following operations security (OPSEC) protocols to safeguard sensitive information. The contractor is solely responsible for the services provided, which must be performed at their facilities. The document outlines compliance with safety standards and quality assurance measures, reflecting the government's stringent oversight in procedures and performance tracking, crucial for effective military support operations.
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