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FBO DAILY - FEDBIZOPPS ISSUE OF DECEMBER 21, 2014 FBO #4775
MODIFICATION

J -- C-12 / C-26 Sources Sought Notice Amendment

Notice Date
12/19/2014
 
Notice Type
Modification/Amendment
 
NAICS
488190 — Other Support Activities for Air Transportation
 
Contracting Office
Department of the Navy, Naval Air Systems Command, NAVAIR HQ, Building 2272, 47123 Buse Road Unit IPT, Patuxent River, Maryland, 20670, United States
 
ZIP Code
20670
 
Solicitation Number
N00019-15-R-5500
 
Archive Date
10/11/2014
 
Point of Contact
Stephanie Leikach, Phone: 301-342-9936, Randy Utz, Phone: 301-757-5939
 
E-Mail Address
stephanie.leikach@navy.mil, randy.utz@navy.mil
(stephanie.leikach@navy.mil, randy.utz@navy.mil)
 
Small Business Set-Aside
N/A
 
Description
C-26 Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) Request for Information Synopsis: This is a supplemental sources sought for the C-26 portion only of the previously posted N00019-15-R-5500 for market survey purposes only. This is not a solicitation for proposals and no contract shall be awarded from this announcement. The purpose of this announcement is for Market Research only In Accordance with (IAW) Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10 and is being issued in IAW Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 15.201(e). No reimbursement shall be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this announcement or any follow up information requests. Nothing shall be construed herein or through this market research process to commit or obligate the Government to further action as a result of this research. The Naval Air Systems Command, Patuxent River MD is seeking to specifically identify businesses under NAICS code 488190 and other firms that may be capable of providing all or portions of Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) services for the US Navy fleet of C-26 aircraft. Program Description: The C-26 is a commercial, FAA type-certified Fairchild Metro 23, SA227. The C-26D's mission is to provide time-sensitive movement of personnel and cargo, as well as limited medical evacuation. The RC/EC-26 aircraft located at the Pacific Missile Test Facility (PMRF) Barking Sands, Hawaii perform range control missions The following locations and aircraft will require full CLS service: Barking Sands, Hawaii: (3) RC/EC-26D Naples, Italy: (2) C-26D Sigonella, Italy: (2) C-26D NOTE : The C-26 mission set includes extended detachments, deployments that can include site activations and site closures on short notice to support a wide range of operational support. C-26 CLS support consists of the following services: A maintenance and supply management information at each site o Worldwide spares support capability Line Maintenance Depot Level Maintenance (Scheduled and Unscheduled) o Aircraft Condition Inspections o Drive-in maintenance/repair o Engine Overhaul/Repair o Aircraft Painting Contract Field Team (CFT) Support o Aircraft on Ground (AOG) support Modifications for the aircraft The C-26 fleet is maintained to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved maintenance standards. All depot maintenance is performed at a Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 145 FAA-certified repair station. The C-26 fleet is supported primarily by Government Furnished Property. This includes engines, avionics, and landing gear. The Contractor will be responsible for managing spares that support the all systems for the C-26 aircraft. The contractor will provide office supplies, furniture, personal tools, computers, etc. Contractors will need to establish necessary working relationships with the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) in order to access necessary data to support the fleet. These relationships include the establishment of agreements with the appropriate OEMs for the C-26 fleet that will allow the Contractor to obtain approved data and technical support necessary to maintain the fleet airframe, engines, accessories and systems so that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification is not compromised. The Government is seeking industry input on questions provided below. RFI Questions Line Maintenance This contract will require the CLS contractor to provide line maintenance and supply support services at all C-26 sites. 1.) Describe your company's capabilities in performing line maintenance on Fairchild Metroliner aircraft or similar airframes. 2.) Does your company have experience in providing aircraft maintained services at overseas locations? If so, describe location and type of maintenance services performed. 3.) Do you currently provide field and depot support for Commercial Fairchild aircraft? 4.) Specifically address your capabilities with the following items unique to providing aircraft maintenance and supply services at an overseas location. a. Obtaining passports and visas. b. Expediting parts through the customs and clearance processes in foreign countries. c. Handling export controlled items; specifically Packaging, Handling, Storage & Transportation (PHS&T) issues. d. Managing personnel at overseas locations with no support infrastructure. 5.) Does your company have capabilities in handling (including shipment) of hazardous materials and explosive devices? 6.) Has your company performed Functional Check Flight (FCF) and ferry activities for series Fairchild Metroliner aircraft? 7.) Has your company provided contracted services that is in compliance with DFARS 252.228-7001 and DCMA INST 8210.1C? Depot Level Maintenance This contract will require the CLS contractor to provide scheduled and unscheduled depot level maintenance services such as aircraft condition inspection (ACI), engine overhaul and repair, aircraft strip and paint, drive-in maintenance, and Contract Field Team Support. 1.) Describe your company's capabilities in providing depot level maintenance for Fairchild aircraft? a. Engines b. Aircraft Condition Inspections c. Drive-in/unscheduled maintenance 2.) Paint - Describe your company's capabilities in performing aircraft paint services and specifically note any capabilities in meeting paint standards. Maintenance and Supply support The CLS contractor will be required to provide maintenance and supply support management at CONUS and OCONUS operating locations and determine the levels of spares needed at each site to meet performance standards. 1.) What capabilities do you have with providing full maintenance and supply support? 2.) Considering the need for the contractor to manage, and maintain, a large quantity of supply items for fleet support: a. What issues do you foresee with meeting an 80% mission capability rate at the sites? b. What issues do you foresee with providing support and maintenance management at the sites? c. What capabilities do you have in partnering with suppliers across the world in order to obtain certified parts when an aircraft on-ground incident has occurred? 3.) Considering Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) issues over the next five years to seven years: a. What capabilities (experience?) do you have managing DMSMS issues? b. What unique capabilities or business relationships do you have with suppliers and OEMs to address DMSMS issues? Contract Field Team (CFT) This contract will require the ability for the CLS contractor to respond to Aircraft on Ground (AOG) situations within a very short response time. 1.) What specific capabilities do you have regarding CFT support: a. Continental United States (CONUS) b. Outside Continental United States (OCONUS) 2.) What unique capabilities do you possess regarding short notice global CFT support? Modifications This contract may require the CLS contractor to accomplish aircraft modifications for mission specific requirements. 1.) What specific capabilities does your firm have with performing aircraft modifications on Fairchild aircraft? 2.) What other relevant capabilities have you had with performing aircraft modifications for other platforms? 3.) What unique capability does your firm have to address aircraft modifications? 4.) What specific capabilities has your firm had with providing engineering services in support of the design and installation of aircraft modifications? Small Business Capabilities 1.) What category does your company fall within: small business, veteran owned small business, small disadvantaged business, Certified 8A, Hub-zone small business, women owned small business? 2.) What capabilities do you have operating under a teaming arrangement? Industry Specific Questions 1.) Does your company currently have access to data for Fairchild Metroliner series aircraft parts? 2.) Does your company currently have access to repair data for C-26 aircraft and parts? 3.) How many years of experience does your company have in maintaining Fairchild aircraft? 4.) Does your company have a facility clearance? 5.) Do you have your own paint facility? 6.) Are there commercial service providers available to repair and overhaul C-26 parts? 7.) What are some of the risks you would perceive on this contract for: a. Subcontract management b. Spares support c. Supply chain management d. Configuration management e. Program management f. Personnel training g. Engine support h. Aircraft maintenance planning i. Phase in j. AOG k. Drive in maintenance l. DMSMS 8.) What is your standard penalty for late deliveries on commercial contracts? 9.) What type incentives do you believe would best motivate you to offer continuous aircraft availability improvements while driving down program cost? Contract Specific Questions: 1.) What length of contract would be preferred to help amortize the costs expended? 2.) How long of a transition period do you think would be adequate for contract start up? a. How long would it take to get passports and visas for new employees? b. How long would it take to have personnel relocate to sites? When expressing interest, potential offerors are requested to provide the following information: Company Name: Company Address: CAGE Code: Type of Business under NAICS Code 488190: POC Name/Title: Address: Telephone Number: Email Address: Interested parties are encouraged to register to receive notifications through Federal Business Opportunities. All interested parties are encouraged to send company and/or descriptive literature along with responses, questions and/or comments to: Stephanie.Leikach@navy.mil All responses must be in writing (electronic email responses are preferred, but mail will be accepted); no telephone calls or facsimile will be accepted. All responses must be received no later than 3:30 p.m. EST on 5 January 2015. The Industry Day will be held at Patuxent River, MD in early March. An amendment with Industry Day Specifics will be posted once the details have been finalized.
 
Web Link
FBO.gov Permalink
(https://www.fbo.gov/spg/DON/NAVAIR/N00019/N00019-15-R-5500/listing.html)
 
Place of Performance
Address: Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Patuxent River, Maryland, 20619, United States
Zip Code: 20619
 
Record
SN03601625-W 20141221/141219235043-a76b6f62afdd57fafe3db56e5399be59 (fbodaily.com)
 
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