Operational Lease of One Personnel Elevator
ID: N4523A25Q1301Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYPUGET SOUND NAVAL SHIPYARD IMFBREMERTON, WA, 98314-5001, USA

NAICS

Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532490)

PSC

LEASE OR RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT- CONSTRUCTION, MINING, EXCAVATING, AND HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT (W038)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a520bfe1ba0a492db9cd131db7139cfe/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF), is conducting a sources sought notice to identify potential contractors for the operational lease of one personnel elevator for Dry Dock 6 in Bremerton, Washington. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary personnel, equipment, supplies, and services to ensure the elevator's operational efficiency, including installation, maintenance, and emergency support for a lease period of up to twelve months. This procurement is crucial for facilitating personnel movement during vessel maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational requirements tailored for an industrial environment. Interested companies should submit their notice of interest, including a completed capabilities questionnaire, to Nathan Grimm at nathan.c.grimm@navy.mil or Angela Charpia at angela.m.charpia.civ@us.navy.mil by the specified deadline, with the subject line "N4523A25Q1301 Sources Sought Response."

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    DRAFT PWS_Redacted.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a non-personal services contract to lease and manage a personnel elevator at Dry Dock 6 of the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard (PSNS) in Bremerton, Washington. The contract entails the provision of a temporary elevator to facilitate personnel movement during vessel maintenance and includes provisions for structural engineering design, transportation, installation, maintenance, and emergency support for a period of up to twelve months. Notably, the elevator must comply with specific safety standards and operational requirements tailored for an industrial environment. The PWS emphasizes quality control, adherence to federal holidays, security protocols, and coordination with ongoing shipyard operations. Detailed technical specifications for installation, seismic design criteria, and material compliance requirements are also provided. Moreover, the contractor is responsible for ensuring thorough inspections and maintenance throughout the lease duration while establishing a robust emergency support system. The document serves as a comprehensive framework to enable efficient elevator operation during key naval operations, reflecting the government's commitment to maintaining functionality and safety in support activities.
    Source Sought RFI Questionnaire - for SAM.gov.docx
    The document is a Sources Sought Notice/Request for Information (RFI) seeking responses from companies for a potential acquisition related to the operational leasing of personnel elevators. It outlines the eligibility requirements under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 532490 and specifies small business size thresholds. The questionnaire solicits information on the company's qualifications, experience, past performance, and capacity to provide these services. Key questions focus on experience with operational leasing, technical capabilities, pricing structures, and timelines for service initiation post-contract award. The document encourages potential vendors to disclose any relevant documentation and special qualifications that might enhance service quality, especially within navy dry dock settings. This RFI serves to gauge industry interest and capabilities prior to a formal solicitation, underscoring the government's commitment to engaging capable suppliers for necessary services.
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