Lumibird CFR LASER SYSTEM MVAT

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for the acquisition of a CFR Laser System. The Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC), Corona Division, requires this system to support its workforce. No alternatives to the specified brand and model will be accepted.

• Item: CFR LASER SYSTEM CFR171401B1-1 1 EA, CFR400 SB 1064nm 400mJ 10Hz MVAT.

• Brand: LUMIBIRD.

• Shipping and Handling: Must be included in the total cost and not priced separately.

• Item Unique Identification (IUID): Applicable per DFARS 252.211-7003. The contractor shall provide DoD unique identification or a DoD recognized unique identification equivalent.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: 90 Calendar Days from the date of award.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but pricing is required.

• Submission: Offerors must submit quotes with all required information, including CAGE Code, Delivery Date/Lead Time, pricing for all CLINs, and item/product information. Proof of authorization from the manufacturer is required.

• Evaluation: Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Quotes must conform to all solicitation requirements and be the most advantageous to the Government.

• Key Deadlines: Quotes are due by the date and time specified in the posting. Questions are due no later than 3 days from the release of the solicitation.

• Quote Validity: Quotes must be valid for a minimum of 60 days from the closing date of the solicitation period.

• The "Offeror Submission Cover Page" includes checkboxes for various small business categories (Small Business, Emerging Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Certified under Section 8(a), HubZone, Woman Owned, Certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, Certified Veteran Owned Small Business) and Large Business. The specific business size for NAICS 334516 is requested.

• The document includes extensive information on contract administration, packaging and marking, inspection and acceptance, deliveries, clauses incorporated by reference and in full text, representations and certifications, and evaluation factors.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and have no active exclusions.

• Gray market items are not acceptable; only new OEM equipment and/or services from authorized dealers/distributors will be accepted.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Brand Name/Sole Source Justification, used to explain why a particular brand name or sole source is being procured, thereby limiting full and open competition.

• Description of Supplies/Services: Identifies the specific item as a "CFR Laser System" from the brand "Lumibird", quantity 1 EA.
• Regulatory Authority: Cites the legal basis for limiting competition, primarily FAR 13.106-1(b)(ii) (Particular brand-name item) and FAR 8.405-6 (GSA Schedule procedures for brand-name items), with specific clauses related to unique or highly specialized items, urgent needs, and logical follow-ons.
• Rationale Justifying Use of Cited Regulatory Authority: Explains the reasons for sole sourcing, including:
  • The need for compatibility (form, fit, and function) with existing systems.
  • The items being "Direct Replacements" for existing equipment.
  • Other reasons, specifically detailing that the Lumibird laser head is required by NSWC Corona Division for exact compatibility with existing Navy calibration laboratory standards, ensuring precise operation and integration with associated software and test systems.
• Implication of Procuring Another Brand/Manufacturer: Highlights that using an alternative brand would lead to unacceptable delays (minimum nine months), substantial duplication of cost, and potential fund expiration if requirements are not met.
• Actions to Remove Barriers to Competition: States that at this time, there are no plans to compete future contracts for these supplies/services, but this will be reassessed if another potential source emerges.

This document indicates that the government intends to procure a specific brand-name item (Lumibird CFR Laser System) on a sole-source basis due to compatibility and operational requirements. Bidders offering alternative solutions may find it challenging to compete unless they can demonstrate equivalent performance and compatibility without causing significant delays or costs to the government. It also suggests that future procurements for this specific item may also be sole-sourced.