The 45th Force Support Squadron at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida, is seeking to procure a floating dock system for its Outdoor Recreation facility. The objective is to accommodate four boats, enhancing operational capabilities, safety, and customer satisfaction for the boat rental service, which supports the morale of military families. The existing dock is inadequate for current demands regarding boat storage and launching.
Key technical requirements include a modular floating dock made of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) or equivalent, designed for boats up to 21 feet in length, featuring non-slip surfaces, integrated ladders, and compliance with environmental regulations. The vendor is responsible for installation within 30 days post-contract and must offer a minimum 10-year warranty on the dock system. Delivery should be ready for installation at a designated address during weekdays.
Contractor eligibility necessitates experience in similar installations, validated through references. Funding for this project will come from the nonappropriated fund budget aimed at facilities improvement. Overall, this procurement emphasizes enhancing recreational facilities for military personnel and their families.
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The 45th Force Support Squadron is seeking to procure a floating dock system to enhance the Outdoor Recreation facility at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida. This initiative aims to meet the operational demand for boat storage and launching, improving safety and customer experience for Department of Defense personnel and their families. The required dock must accommodate four boats up to 21 feet in length, constructed from durable, environmentally compliant materials with safety features such as non-slip surfaces and integrated ladders. The selected vendor will be responsible for delivering and installing the dock within 30 days post-award, ensuring adherence to safety standards and providing a minimum 10-year warranty on materials. Funding for this procurement comes from the 45th Force Support Squadron's nonappropriated funds for facility improvements. Vendors must have relevant experience, evidenced by references of similar successful installations, to participate in this request for proposal process.
The government is seeking information for a potential requirement at Patrick Space Force Base regarding the installation of a Floating Boat Dock System for four boats at an outdoor recreation facility. This is a sources sought announcement, not a formal solicitation, aimed at gathering insights on the capabilities of interested vendors. The initiative falls under a small business set-aside program, with a relevant NAICS code of 336612, which has a size standard of 1,000 employees.
Interested parties should submit a capabilities package describing their business size, status, and previous experience with similar projects, along with specific details such as UEI, Cage Code, and GSA contract numbers, if applicable. Responders must specify if they are a supplier or manufacturer and provide information about any teaming agreements, management structure, and subcontracting arrangements.
Responses should not exceed five pages and must be submitted by January 7, 2025. The notice clarifies that the government will not compensate for the proposals and all marketing materials received will be treated as non-binding. This sources sought information will assist in determining the set-aside decision for small businesses and identifying potential sources for the project.
The document is a combined synopsis/solicitation (FA252125QB029) by the federal government for procuring a Floating Boat Dock System designed to accommodate four boats at the Outdoor Recreation facility located at Patrick Space Force Base, FL. The solicitation adheres to Federal Acquisition Regulations and utilizes the NAICS code 336612, with a size standard of 1000 employees. Offerors are instructed to submit proposals including technical details, pricing, and past performance information by February 25, 2025.
Key evaluation factors comprise technical acceptability, cost, and past performance, with an emphasis on vendors demonstrating their ability to meet specific installation criteria outlined in the attached Statement of Objectives. Submission by email is required, and all questions must be directed to designated officials by February 10, 2025. The document also outlines the expectations for the written offers, express warranties, shipping costs, and entity registrations. This request engages vendors in providing the necessary expertise and resources while ensuring compliance with federal contracting procedures, signifying a commitment to enhancing recreational facilities for military personnel and their families.