Coast Guard Engineering Logistics Center, Propulsion Systems Contracting Branch (Code 046/46), 2401 Hawkins Point Road, Baltimore, MD 21226-5000

20 -- SHIP AND MARINE EQUIPMENT SOL DTCG40-97-Q-20001 DUE 111596 POC Contact Kelly Carney, Contract Specialist, (410) 636-7745; Kathy Fields, Contracting Officer, (410) 636-4299 Potential Sources Sought. The Coast Guard Engineering Logistics Center is seeking qualified sources to consider an award of a contract for thirteen (13) each Tackle Blocks, Crosby Group/McKissick Division P/N 8000979, Drawing Number M871010E, Model 623-S, used on the 180' WLB Buoy Tender Boom Systems. Blocks shall have triple 18'' diameter sheaves, heavy oval pattern, 45 ton capacity (90,000 lbs.), maximum tackle diameter .875'' wire rope, galvanized finish. The form, fit, and function of these Tackle Blocks must be exactly compatible with the system for which it is intended. The Government does not possess copies of the manufacturer's drawing or engineering data. It is the Government's belief that only the Original Equipment Manufacturer, The Crosby Group, McKissick Division, or their authorized distributors can provide the Tackle Blocks. However, other potential sources having the expertise and required capabilities can submit such data discussing the same in duplicate within 15 days from the date of this announcement. The following information must be provided to evaluate the acceptability of the offered Tackle Blocks: (1) complete and current engineering data to demonstrate the acceptability of the offered Tackle Blocks (i.e., salient, physical, functional, and serviceability characteristics) or (2) Data that the offered Tackle Blocks have been satisfactorily manufactured for the Government or the Original Equipment Manufacturer. No cost or pricing data is required. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION. THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION ONLY. This synopsis is issued pursuant to FAR 5.207(e)(3) and TAM 1205.207. See Numbered Note 22. This Notice is for informational purposes for Minority, Women-Owned, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises: The Department of Transportation (DOT), Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU), has a program to assist minority, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises to acquire short-term working capital assistance for transportation-related contracts. Loans are available under the DOT Short Term Lending Program (STLP) at prime interest rates to provide accounts receivable financing. The maximum line of credit is $500,000. For further information and applicable forms concerning the STLP, call the OSDBU at (800) 532-1169. For information concerning the acquisition, contact the contracting official listed above (0269)

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