The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is issuing a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for engineering services to support upgrades of the AS 39 Class 5 Ton Cargo and Sail Service Cranes on the USS Emory S. Land. The contract details include a firm-fixed price purchase order from September 30, 2024, to August 31, 2025, with specific instructions for quote submission by September 23, 2024. Tasked with providing essential documentation and technical specifications, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) will perform engineering upgrades and update technical manuals.
Quoters must submit price quotes detailing the costs for labor, materials, and any travel required, including breakdowns for the provided services aligned with the scope of work described in a Performance Work Statement (PWS). The solicitation specifies evaluation criteria, focusing particularly on technical capability and price, with the government intending to award the contract to the lowest-priced acceptable offer. The notice stresses the inclusion of compliance with numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, underscoring the importance of meeting statutory requirements.
This RFQ encompasses not just the technical work on the cranes but also addresses broader compliance and procedural stipulations essential for federal procurement, emphasizing adherence to established regulatory frameworks throughout the bidding process.
The document presents a Justification and Approval (J&A) for a sole source contract awarded by the Department of the Navy's Military Sealift Command to Trident Maritime Systems. The contract entails engineering services to upgrade the 5 Ton Cargo and Sail Service Cranes aboard the USS Emory S. Land (AS-39), an essential asset for supporting the U.S. Navy's submarines. Given the cranes are over 40 years old, modifications are critical for national security and operational safety.
Only the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) possesses the proprietary technical data and historical information required for the upgrades, justifying the use of other than full and open competition under 10 U.S.C. 2304 (c)(1). The document notes that the MSC actively seeks offers from qualified non-OEM contractors but remains reliant on the OEM for these specific engineering services. The anticipated project cost is determined to be fair and reasonable as verified by the Contracting Officer, emphasizing the necessity and urgency of the action to maintain critical operational capabilities.