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FBO DAILY - FEDBIZOPPS ISSUE OF APRIL 15, 2018 FBO #5987
SOURCES SOUGHT

36 -- Sources Sought for Temporary Liquid Nitrogen Storage Tanks

Notice Date
4/13/2018
 
Notice Type
Sources Sought
 
NAICS
332420 — Metal Tank (Heavy Gauge) Manufacturing
 
Contracting Office
NASA Stennis Space Center, Office of Procurement, Mail Stop DA00, Stennis Space Center, Mississippi, 39529-6000, United States
 
ZIP Code
39529-6000
 
Solicitation Number
80SSC018L0006
 
Archive Date
5/12/2018
 
Point of Contact
Melissa R. Wagner, Phone: 2286881065, Charles J Heim, Phone: 2286883199
 
E-Mail Address
melissa.r.wagner@nasa.gov, Charles.j.heim@nasa.gov
(melissa.r.wagner@nasa.gov, Charles.j.heim@nasa.gov)
 
Small Business Set-Aside
N/A
 
Description
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) John C. Stennis Space Center (SSC) Office of Procurement (OP) is seeking potential sources from all categories of Large and Small Businesses with the capabilities and experience to provide the requirement described herein. The purpose of this notice is to conduct market research to determine potential sources, capabilities of Small Business firms, availability of services, appropriate terms and conditions, lead time of delivery, storage options, etc. necessary to provide the required supplies/services to SSC, as well as explore interest in both the immediate requirement and potential arrangements/options for temporary liquid nitrogen storage tanks at SSC. The NAICS Code and Size Standard for this requirement are 332420 and 750 employees, respectively. The work to be performed includes supplying temporary liquid nitrogen storage tanks, setting up the storage tanks, and removal of the storage tanks. General Tank Description/Requirement: • Minimum Transfer Pressure: 45 psig • Desired Storage Amount: ~45,000 gallons of liquid nitrogen (more or less storage would be considered) • Connections: Standard liquid nitrogen truck connection • Integrated pressure build coil • Can front-fill or back-fill • Can be placed on gravel/dirt that is somewhat level SSC is particularly interested in industry's input regarding the following questions: 1. What are the typical costs associated with a tank rental, e.g., rental/lease fees, delivery fees, setup fees, removal fees, etc.? Provide a typical product pricelist with cost breakdown. 2. How are rental/lease agreements structured, i.e., by the tank size, daily, weekly, monthly etc.? 3. How is the rental/lease agreement typically billed, i.e., monthly, end of performance? 4. How quickly would the tank(s) be available? 5. Are there discounts available for long term rental, e.g., quarterly, yearly? 6. Is the tank available for purchase? If so, what is the typical cost? 7. Does the rental/lease agreement include any required maintenance agreement? 8. Is NAICS 332420 the appropriate code to satisfy this requirement? The information gathered from this notice will be used for market research analysis and to plan future procurements. Based upon information submitted in response to this notice, NASA will determine the final content of any future solicitation(s). A determination by the Government not to procure this requirement, based upon responses to this notice or other market research, is solely within the discretion of the Government. Although all comments received will be carefully reviewed and considered for inclusion in any possible later action, the initiators of this request make no commitment to include any particular recommendations. Respondents will NOT be notified of the results of the evaluation of submissions received. This notice should not be construed as a formal Request for Quotation (RFQ) or Proposal (RFP) (solicitation). Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by NASA to form a binding contract. This notice is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government to make a purchase, nor will the Government pay for the information solicited or be held liable for any information obtained. Those companies who wish to express an interest to this notice are asked to submit a written Statement of Capability (SOC) that addresses high-level alternatives; general, market-based approaches; experience in this area; knowledge of the work involved; professional resources; and answers to the specific questions requested above. Submission of any information in response to this notice is completely voluntary. Responses should be based on the material contained in this notice and any other relevant information the contractor thinks is appropriate. Comments or suggestions relevant to this requirement are welcome and may also be included in the response. Contractors are welcome to submit any additional documentation that may support their ability to comply with the Government's requirement. Please also state your business size in accordance to the above NAICS code. The SOC shall not include any proprietary or confidential business or financial information relating to specific companies. Any questions shall also be submitted via e-mail to Melissa Wagner at melissa.r.wagner@nasa.gov (cc: charles.j.heim@nasa.gov) no later than April 20, 2018 at 3:00 pm local time (Central). Reference 80SSC018L0006 in any response. Faxed or telephone correspondence will not be accepted. No solicitation exists; therefore, do not request a copy of the solicitation. If a solicitation is released, it and any related documents, will only be issued electronically. They would be accessed and downloaded at Federal Business Opportunities (FedBizOpps) website http://www.fbo.gov. It is the responsibility of potential offerors to monitor these sites for the release of any additional information pertaining to this notice and download their own copy of any resulting solicitation and amendments (if any). An ombudsman has been appointed; the installation Ombudsman is Mr. Kenneth R. Human at ken.r.human@nasa.gov.
 
Web Link
FBO.gov Permalink
(https://www.fbo.gov/spg/NASA/SSC/OPDC20220/80SSC018L0006/listing.html)
 
Place of Performance
Address: Stennis Space Center, Stennis Space Center, Mississippi, 39529, United States
Zip Code: 39529
 
Record
SN04888922-W 20180415/180413230703-4845280ec55ad16db6e85183b5728bb6 (fbodaily.com)
 
Source
FedBizOpps Link to This Notice
(may not be valid after Archive Date)

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