Columbia Class Tailcone Follow-on

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for a mixed Fixed-Price-Incentive-Fee (FPIF) Firm Target and Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF) Term type award, with a one-year base period and four one-year options. The solicitation is unrestricted, but small businesses may need to submit a Small Business Subcontracting Plan.

• The solicitation outlines instructions for proposal submission, including format, content, and electronic submission requirements.

• Specific requirements for Volume I (Technical Capabilities) include demonstrating knowledge, capability, experience, and approach for manufacturing Tailcone Kit components, including machining, composite material manufacturing, syntactic foam manufacturing, and quality assurance programs.

• Volume II requires past performance references (three for the prime, one for each subcontractor performing >10% labor hours).

• Volume III details cost proposal requirements, including spreadsheets with formulas and a cost proposal narrative substantiating reasonableness and realism.

• Volume IV requires contract documentation, including a cover letter, solicitation fill-ins, a Small Business Participation Commitment Document (SBPCD), a Pre-Award Survey (SF1408) if applicable, and security requirements (DD254).

• Contract type: Mixed Fixed-Price-Incentive-Fee (FPIF) Firm Target and Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF) Term.

• Period of Performance: One base year plus four one-year options.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module.

• Key deadlines are the solicitation closing date and time.

• Evaluation will be based on the following factors, in order of importance: Technical (Factor 1), Cost Proposal (Factor 2), Past Performance (Factor 3), and Contract Documentation (Factor 4).

• Factor 1 (Technical) is significantly more important than Factor 2.

• Factors 1 and 3 combined are more important than Factor 2.

• Factor 4 (Contract Documentation) is evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

• Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose proposal demonstrates the best value to the Government.

• This solicitation is unrestricted.

• Small businesses may need to submit a Small Business Subcontracting Plan.

• Small Business Participation goals are outlined, including requirements for Small Disadvantaged Business, Hub-Zone Small Business, Woman Owned Small Business, Service-Disabled Veteran, and Veteran Owned Small businesses.

• The North American Industry Classification (NAICS) code is 336611.

• Offerors are responsible for submitting questions via email to specified addresses.

• Proposals must be clear, unambiguous, and comply with detailed instructions to avoid ineligibility.

• Specific formatting requirements for electronic submissions are detailed, including file types, font sizes, and margins.

• Data submitted may be subject to restrictions on disclosure and use.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the requirements for the manufacture and delivery of COLUMBIA Class Submarine Propulsor Tailcone Kits, as well as associated engineering support services.

• Manufacture and Delivery: Procure material, manufacture, paint, and deliver COLUMBIA Class Submarine Propulsor Tailcone Kits. The contract allows for a maximum of eight (8) kits, with a minimum of one (1) required in the first year and options for seven (7) additional kits.

• Engineering Services: Provide engineering support for design review, design changes, and other related tasks. This includes developing a manufacturing plan, outlining processes, facilities, personnel, and qualifications.

• Other Direct Costs (ODCs): ODCs may be required for engineering services and will be identified via Technical Instructions (TIs) and require Government approval.

• Travel: Official travel within the Continental United States (CONUS) may be required for subcontractors and status reporting.

• Data Requirements: Includes furnishing data in accordance with Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), DD Form 1423, and other specified documents.

• Project Planning: Contractor shall develop a project planning chart (CDRL A003) depicting activities and milestones, including critical path analysis.

• Reporting: Submit monthly status reports (CDRL A004) detailing progress, inventory, action items, and schedule impacts. Biannual progress reviews and a kickoff meeting are also required.

• Quality Assurance: Compliance with security requirements as specified in DD Form 254 (Attachment 2).

• Inspection: Supplies/services will be inspected at Origin or Destination, with acceptance by the Government.

• Delivery: Delivery dates are to be determined (TBD), with early delivery acceptable upon COR approval.

• References: Applicable references include NAVY drawings and industry specifications, specifically DP2.3.3/DP2.3.4 TAILCONE KIT (DWG No. 324561000, Rev A).

• Data Packages: Final certification package (CDRL A001) required for tailcone assembly.

• Marking: Unclassified and classified data marking requirements are specified.

• SharePoint: Access to the COLUMBIA Class Propulsor SharePoint site is required.