Waterborne Trade & Deep-Draft Vessel Service Data & Info Incorporating Geographic\AIS Tracking of Vessel Movements for Waterborne Transport Services Serving the US to Inform Economic & Engineering Evaluations of Waterways Under USACE Stewardship
ID: W912HQ24R0016Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW4LD USA HECSAALEXANDRIA, VA, 22315-3860, USA

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Libraries and Archives (519210)

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SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- ECONOMIC (B507)

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https://sam.gov/opp/6947434294f9413e8a87da2ce6dd1d02/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), is soliciting proposals for a contract to provide comprehensive waterborne trade and deep-draft vessel service data, which will incorporate geographic and Automatic Identification System (AIS) tracking of vessel movements. The objective is to support economic and engineering evaluations of federally-sponsored waterway systems critical to U.S. trade, requiring real-time or near-real-time tracking, detailed historical data, and specifications of various vessels and port facilities. This initiative is vital for enhancing navigation systems and improving maritime infrastructure, thereby supporting the nation's economic interests. Proposals are due by September 25, 2023, and must be submitted electronically; for further inquiries, interested parties can contact David A. Kaplan at david.a.kaplan@usace.army.mil or Bart P. Dziadosz at bartholomew.dziadosz@usace.army.mil.

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    A02.13 Purchase Description Waterborne Trade-Deep Draft Vessel Svc Data dated 2024.08.21.docx
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is seeking comprehensive data services related to waterborne trade and vessel movement, specifically for evaluating waterway systems critical to U.S. trade. This Request for Proposals (RFP) outlines the need for real-time or near-real-time tracking of vessel movements, detailed historical data, and specifications of various vessels and port facilities involved in maritime trade. The data procured will support economic and engineering evaluations for both new and existing waterways, informing operational decisions regarding maintenance and improvements. The contract will be for an initial base year, with optional extensions, requiring daily access to updated vessel tracking and specifications. Selected vendors must ensure data integrity, provide user support for ten designated USACE personnel, and maintain precise safety and operational security protocols. The RFP emphasizes the importance of historical data retention and sharing under specific conditions, with strict non-disclosure agreements in place for sensitive information. USACE’s intention is to enhance navigation systems while considering fiscal constraints and operational efficiency, thereby supporting the nation's economic interests through improved maritime infrastructure and logistics.
    B01.01 CSS - W912HQ24R0016.docx
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is seeking proposals for a contract to provide waterborne trade and deep-draft vessel service data, incorporating geographic and AIS (Automatic Identification System) tracking of vessel movements. The data will support economic and engineering evaluations of federally-sponsored waterway systems. This solicitation is open to both small and large businesses under a Firm Fixed Price contract, with an emphasis on technical capability, past performance, and price for evaluation. Offerors have until September 25, 2023, to submit their proposals, which must detail their ability to provide real-time tracking of vessels, historical movement data, and information on ports and facilities. The evaluation will consider technical understanding, the offeror’s past performance, and price reasonableness. The contract includes one base year and four option years, with proposal submissions to be sent electronically to designated contract specialists. This initiative emphasizes USACE's commitment to improving the nation’s waterways through informed decision-making driven by comprehensive maritime data.
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