Engineering and Logistics Support (ELS)

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to questions and clarifications regarding the Sources Sought Notice N39430-26-RFI-ELS.

• Capability Demonstration: Awardees must demonstrate capability to meet/obtain identified service areas. Demonstrating capability in one or more areas, rather than all, may be considered appropriate.
• Technical Capability Attachment: There is no preferred format for the Technical Capability and Relevant Experience attachment. Bidders should adhere to solicitation instructions. An additional attachment is acceptable if within the parameters of the instructions.
• Set-Aside Confirmation: The requirement will be competed as an 8(a) set-aside. Proposals will be accepted from offerors eligible under this set-aside, in accordance with FAR Part 19.
• Page Limit for Experience: The two (2) page limit for providing relevant experience (as stated on Page 4, Item 2 of the amended sources sought document) is collective for all relevant experience requested, not per project. All references must be within this two-page limit.

This Q&A clarifies submission requirements, specifically regarding the format and page limits for experience documentation, and confirms the 8(a) set-aside status of the requirement.

Sources Sought Synopsis / Market Research

This notice is a Sources Sought Synopsis for market research purposes only, not a solicitation. The Naval Facilities Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center Acquisitions (NAVFAC EXWC) is seeking qualified small businesses to provide engineering, integrated product support, and technical services. This is a follow-on requirement for services supporting Navy, US Marine Corps, Department of Defense, and other expeditionary customers worldwide.

The scope of work includes, but is not limited to:

• Personnel Administration

• Program Management

• Lifecycle Integrated Product Support Services

• Technical Services

• Specialized Engineering Services (mechanical, civil, electrical, electronic, marine, naval architecture, ocean systems, system engineering, test and evaluation, data analysis)

• Technical Research and Position Papers

• Engineering Support (design, documentation, warfighter support, safety, software, technical assistance)

• Conduct Engineering Investigations and Develop Prototype Solutions

• Perform Test and Evaluations of Shore, Ocean, and Expeditionary Systems

• RDT&E Programmatic, Engineering, and Test Support

• Amphibious Engineering Analysis

• Integrated Product Support (acquisition, management, analysis, documentation, risk management)

• Configuration Management Support and Planning

• Quality Control Plan

• Budget and Financial Analysis Support

• Risk Management Plan

• Public Affairs Office (PAO) Support Service

• Information Technology Support Services (operations, system support, application maintenance, help desk, IT documentation, portfolio development, cybersecurity)

• Administrative Support Services

• Environmental Support Services (engineering, investigations, remedial actions, operations, cost estimating, land use control, records management, field sampling)

• NAICS Code: 541330, Engineering Services (size standard $25.5M).

• Contract Type: Single award, Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ).

• Contract Duration: 60-month ordering period with a 6-month option.

• Estimated Total Value: Approximately $75M.

• Minimum Guarantee: $10,000 for the initial Task Order.

• Individual Task Orders: Expected range of $50,000 to $1,000,000.

• Set-Aside: Competitive 8(a) set-aside, restricted to eligible participants in the SBA's 8(a) Business Development Program.

Interested sources must provide:

• Company name, description, and technical capability.

• Minimum of two (2) projects describing relevant experience (max 2 pages per project).

• Current security clearance level or eligibility.

• Company contact information, CAGE code, and UEI.

• Small business status and any certifications.

• Information on possible teaming arrangements.

• Confirmation of intent to respond to the future solicitation.

• Confirmation of DCAA approved accounting system and experience with cost-reimbursable contracts.

• Responses are requested to be submitted electronically.

• Specific submission deadline not stated, but confirmation of intent to respond is requested within 30 calendar days of RFP release.

• Contract Specialist: Marian Basa (marian.c.basa.civ@us.navy.mil)

• Contracting Officer: Crystal Brooks (crystal.s.brooks2.civ@us.navy.mil)

• This notice is for market research only and does not constitute a Request for Quotation (RFQ) or Request for Proposal (RFP).

• Respondents will not be notified of the results of the evaluation.

• Proprietary data should be clearly marked.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to questions regarding the Sources Sought Notice N39430-26-RFI-ELS.

• Scope of Experience: A company demonstrating experience and technical capability in one or more identified service areas, rather than the entire scope, may still be considered appropriate for submission. However, the awardee must demonstrate capability to meet/obtain all identified service areas.
• Technical Capability and Relevant Experience Attachment Format: There is no preferred format for this attachment. Bidders should adhere to the solicitation instructions for submission. An additional attachment is acceptable if it falls within the parameters of the instructions.

This Q&A clarifies submission requirements for technical capability and relevant experience, indicating flexibility in format as long as it aligns with the solicitation's instructions.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Sources Sought Information Sheet" designed to gather information from potential vendors regarding their company's capabilities and experience. It serves as an initial step to gauge industry interest and identify potential sources for a future procurement.

• Company Information: Name, Address, CAGE Code, UEI, Point of Contact (Name, Phone, Email).
• Company Size: Number of Employees, Business Size for NAICS Code.
• Clearance: Required security clearance levels (Top Secret, Secret, or Other).
• Socio-Economic Category: Small Business category.
• Technical Capability: Space for a capability statement (not to exceed 5 pages).
• Relevant Experience: Space for detailing past performance (not to exceed 2 pages).

Potential bidders should use this form to provide detailed information about their company's qualifications, including their technical abilities and relevant past performance. This information will help the government assess the company's suitability for the opportunity and may influence future solicitation requirements. Completing this accurately and thoroughly is crucial for demonstrating interest and capability.