Simulator Training
ID: N6883625Q0077Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSUP FLT LOG CTR JACKSONVILLEJACKSONVILLE, FL, 32212-0097, USA

NAICS

Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: SIMULATION (R412)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b2a48b012689486eb9b181690f0d5e79/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistic Center Jacksonville, is seeking to procure simulation training services from the Corporation of Lower Saint-Lawrence Pilots Inc. This sole source contract aims to provide specialized training for Canadian pilots, enhancing their operational capabilities in navigating the St. Lawrence Seaway with the USS Cleveland (LCS-31). The training is crucial for ensuring safety and effectiveness in riverine conditions, and it is scheduled to take place from April 14 to April 17, 2025. Interested vendors must respond in writing to the primary contact, Lizbeth Pritchard, at lizbeth.pritchard.civ@us.navy.mil, within two business days of the notice to express their ability to meet the requirements, as no formal request for proposals will be issued.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Lizbeth Pritchard 361-961-2998
    (361) 961-2998
    lizbeth.pritchard.civ@us.navy.mil
    Preston Grant
    (904) 446-8011
    preston.grant@navy.mil
    Files
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    N6883625Q0077.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for providing Simulation Training for the USS Cleveland (LCS-31) as it navigates the St. Lawrence Seaway. This 4-day, non-personnel services training program aims to enhance the crew's capabilities to maneuver the Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) in riverine conditions that include unfamiliar waterways, locks, and pier operations, ensuring safety and operational effectiveness. The training will take place from April 14 to April 17, 2025, at the contractor's facility, under a Firm-Fixed-Price contract. It emphasizes the need for qualified personnel and facilities, as well as adherence to established standards and safety protocols during training. The document specifies that quotes must be submitted via email by 10:00 AM on April 4, 2025, and includes detailed instructions for proposal submission, including what to include to ensure technical acceptability. All inquiries must be submitted in writing by April 2, 2025. The agency aims to select the most advantageous quote based on price and compliance with the training requirements, thereby enhancing operational readiness for naval missions in domestic and shared waterways.
    N6883625Q0077 Amendment 0001.pdf
    The document is an amendment to a previously issued government solicitation, specifically relating to contract N6883625Q0077. It serves to cancel the requirement due to government convenience, citing issues with shipping delays that would not meet specified requirement dates. The amendment confirms that, aside from the noted changes, all other terms and conditions remain unchanged and enforceable. It outlines the necessary actions contractors must take to acknowledge this amendment and ensures that contractors involved must adhere strictly to the new conditions to avoid potential rejection of their offers. The jurisdiction of this amendment falls under the Navy Supply Fleet Command in Corpus Christi, Texas, and is effective as of April 9, 2025. This amendment reflects standard protocol in government contracting to accommodate logistical challenges while maintaining contractual integrity.
    PWS_Redacted.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement outlines a contract for providing simulation training for the Freedom Class Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) to enhance crews' capabilities in navigating through the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway. The contractor, Maritime Simulation and Resource Center (MSRC), will lead a specialized 4-day training program focused on safe maneuvering through unfamiliar river environments, including lock approaches and docking under various currents with tug assistance. The training encompasses theoretical and practical exercises utilizing a multidisciplinary navigation simulator. A total of six participants will be involved, guided by qualified personnel, with an emphasis on maintaining a clean and safe training environment. The training is set to take place from April 14 to April 17, 2025, and aims to facilitate the safe integration of LCS operations with the local Canadian pilotage requirements. The document emphasizes the contractor's responsibility to meet operational standards and ensure readiness for the specific challenges of the training environment. Overall, the program plays a vital role in enhancing the safety and effectiveness of LCS operations in complex waterways.
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    Simulation Training
    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
    Simulator Training
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