USCG Base Charleston UTV

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

The objective is to procure a Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) to support consistent transportation between the new Base Charleston facility, FLETC, and the piers for security patrols and monitoring. The UTV will ensure a consistent presence on all three Piers, associated Base Charleston support facilities, and Building 681.

• Procurement of one (1) UTV.

• Vehicle to be used for transportation between facilities and piers.

• Engine: Diesel, standard package.

• Seating Capacity: Six passengers.

• Payload/Towing: Not required.

• Ground Clearance/Suspension/Tires: Standard package sufficient; street tires preferred.

• Safety Features: Seat belts, roll cage, lighting (front/rear, turn signals), mirrors, horn.

• Weather Protection: Cab enclosure, heating, windshield wipers.

• Performance: Minimum speed of 25 mph; On-Road terrain capability.

• Emissions: EPA diesel engine standards not specified.

• Safety: OSHA requirements not specified.

• Federal Standards: DHS or federal vehicle standards not specified.

• Warranty: Minimum 1 Year / 1000 hours.

• Service: Local authorized dealer.

• Timeline: 30 days after award.

• Location: 1050 Register St. North Charleston, SC 29405.

• Inspection: Complete inspection by dealer prior to shipping; follow-on inspection by receiving party. Timestamped pictures required for discrepancies. Vehicle will not be accepted if discrepancies exist.

• Operator Training: Remote training as needed.

• Maintenance Training: Provided by local authorized dealer.

• Documentation: Owner's manual, maintenance schedule, parts list provided by selling dealer.

• Post-Delivery Support: Technical support and spare parts availability through local authorized dealer.

• Testing: Pre-delivery inspection and testing by selling dealer.

• Performance Verification: Initial field testing by receiving party; discrepancies reported to selling dealer.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the U.S. Coast Guard Base Charleston for the procurement of one (1) Utility Task Vehicle (UTV).

• The primary deliverable is a Utility Task Vehicle.

• Specific requirements are detailed in the associated Statement of Work (SOW), which is referenced but not attached to this SF-1449 form.

• The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price agreement.

• The period of performance and estimated value are not explicitly stated on this form.

• Offerors must submit quotes via email to the Contracting Officer/Specialist listed.

• Quotes must include a brief Technical Proposal demonstrating understanding of the SOW and the approach to fulfilling requirements.

• The Company's Unique Entity ID (UEI) must be included in Block 17a.

• The solicitation number must be included in the email subject line.

• Evaluation will be based on the lowest-priced offeror's technical volume and price.

• Technical capability will be rated as "Acceptable" or "Unacceptable." An "Unacceptable" rating will disqualify the offeror from award.

• Price will be evaluated to determine if it is fair and reasonable.

• This acquisition is set aside 100% for Small Business.

• The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 441227 with a size standard of $11.5M.

• Invoices will be submitted through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

• Applicable FAR Clauses include: 52.252-2, 52.212-1, 52.212-3, 52.212-5, and 52.222-90.

• Key points of contact for contract administration are Shannon Bistline (Contracting Officer) and Julia Kline (Contracting Specialist).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the "BASEUTV" opportunity, identified by the solicitation number 70Z036-26Q-BASEUTV. It includes addenda and outlines the terms and conditions, including Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Homeland Security Acquisition Regulation (HSAR) clauses.

This document primarily details the FAR and HSAR clauses that will be incorporated by reference into the resulting contract. It specifies various provisions and clauses related to:

• System for Award Management (SAM) maintenance and reporting.
• Contract terms and conditions for commercial items.
• Accelerated payments to small business subcontractors.
• Stop-work orders and contractor inspection requirements.
• Evaluation criteria for offers, emphasizing a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach.
• Prohibition on contracting for hardware, software, and services developed or provided by specific foreign entities (e.g., Kaspersky Lab, Huawei, ZTE).
• Requirements related to Buy American-Free Trade Agreements and Trade Agreements.
• Economic purchase quantity considerations.
• Representations and certifications required from offerors, including small business status, veteran-owned status, and other socioeconomic categories.
• Minimum wage requirements under Executive Order 14026.
• Invoice processing instructions via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

The document does not explicitly state the contract type, period of performance, or estimated value. However, it references FAR 52.212-2, which indicates the award will be to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government on a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis.

• Offers will be evaluated using a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method.
• Technical Capability and Understanding, and Price are the evaluation factors.
• Only the lowest priced offer will be evaluated for technical acceptability.
• The Government reserves the right to award without discussions.

The document includes numerous clauses related to small business concerns, including HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned, and general small business set-asides, indicating potential set-aside opportunities.

This document is extensive, comprising 30 pages, and focuses heavily on the contractual terms, conditions, and required representations and certifications. Bidders must carefully review all incorporated FAR and HSAR clauses and provisions.