Bldg 91 Overhead Fall Arrest Systems

Georgia

10/24/2024 01:58 PM EDT

11/22/2024 04:30 PM EST

B91 Overhead Fall Arrest System (L5WA32)

24 Oct 2024

CAUTION:

This market survey is being conducted to identify potential sources that can provide design, delivery and installation of eight (8) overhead Fall Arrest Systems (FAS) in building 91 located at Robins AFB, GA.  The level of security clearance and amount of foreign participation in this requirement has not been determined.  Contractors/Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards.  The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. The document(s) below contain a description of the eight (8) overhead Fall Arrest Systems requirement and a Contractor Capability Survey. The Survey allows Contractors to provide their company’s capability. Please see attached Purchase Description.
2. If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in the market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company’s capability in meeting these requirements.  Failure to provide documentation may result in the government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities. 
3. ATTENTION: SMALL BUSINESS RESPONDENTS who are interested in participation for this effort:
   1. No set aside decision has been made; however, the Government will determine the final strategy after thorough analysis of the small business responses and other market research available, considering the demonstrated interest and capability.  Please ensure that you provide a thorough response to each question.  If your company does not currently possess the full capability required to fulfill the entire requirement, what teaming/partnership/joint venture/subcontracting arrangement do you have in place to fulfill the government needs? Providing evidence of this arrangement, e.g. emails, letter, etc. that demonstrates a united response to this SSS is highly encouraged, but not required. The evidence should state the type of arrangement and the role each member will fulfill.  If you are only interested in being a subcontractor to the future awardee, state the portion of the work that your organization has capability of fulfilling. 
   2. Identify any areas of work that your organization believes should be broken out exclusively for Small Business.
4. Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research.  Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged.
5. Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed to:

PM:    Lisa Matney, lisa.matney@us.af.mil

           Phyllis Vail, phyllis.vail@us.af.mil

Bldg 91 Overhead Fall Arrest Systems

PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION

      Robins AFB requires eight (8) overhead Fall Arrest Systems (FAS) so technicians can safely work on all elevated C-130 maintenance stands in Building 91. The FAS installed in each dock shall be an enclosed track rigid rail style fall arrest system with multiple users connected to each track via trolleys with self-retracting lifeline (SRL) devices attached.  The FAS shall include parallel tracks above the wings of the aircraft which allow workers to pass each other. The FAS shall include all tracks, trolleys, SRL’s, support structures, associated components and hardware required to provide fall protection coverage over all elevated surfaces of the aircraft.  All elements required for complete and fully functioning systems shall be included except for user harnesses.  The Contractor shall initially produce a preliminary design to include preliminary drawings and perform a comprehensive structural analysis of the building to ensure the facility can adequately support all loads imposed by the fall arrest systems. The final design, delivery and installation of the 8 overhead fall arrest systems are included in an option to be exercised.  Contractor shall deliver a final and complete drawing and specification package stamped by a Professional Engineer who is also a Qualified Person for Fall Protection.

 

 

CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY

Building 91 Overhead Fall Arrest System

Part I.  Business Information

            Please provide the following business information for your company/institution and for any teaming or joint venture partners:

·     Company/Institute Name:

·     Address:

·     Point of Contact:

·     CAGE Code:

• Phone Number:
• E-mail Address:
• Web Page URL:
• Government Proposed North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: 333923 – Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist and Monorail System Manufacturing

       Based on the Government proposed NAICS Code, state whether your company is:

• Small Business                                               (Yes / No)

• Woman Owned Small Business                     (Yes / No)
• Small Disadvantaged Business                      (Yes / No)
• 8(a) Certified                                                  (Yes / No)
• HUBZone Certified                                        (Yes / No)
• Veteran Owned Small Business                     (Yes / No)
• Service Disabled Veteran Small Business     (Yes / No)

·     System for Award Management (SAM)             (Yes / No)

·     A statement as to whether your company is domestically or foreign owned (if foreign, please indicate the country of ownership).

Responses to the Capability Survey Part I and Part II must be received no later than close of business 22 November 2024.  Please ensure data is in a readable electronic format that can be received through a firewall.  Attachments shall not to exceed 10 MB per email.  Multiple emails are acceptable.  Responses must be sent via email to the following:

POC: Lisa Matney, lisa.matney@us.af.mil 

POC:  Phyllis Vail, phyllis.vail@us.af.mil

Part II. Capability Survey Questions

1. General Capability Questions:

1. Describe briefly the capabilities of your facility and nature of the goods and/or services you provide.  Include a description of your staff composition and management structure.

1. Describe your company's past experience on previous projects similar in complexity to this requirement.  Include contract numbers, a brief description of the work performed, period of performance, agency/organization supported, and individual point of contact (Contracting Officer or Program Manager).

1. Describe your company’s experience in providing overhead fall arrest systems as listed above.
2. Describe your company's capabilities and experience in generating technical data, engineering drawings and manuals.  Identify what software programs are utilized to generate these data products and what formats are available for delivered items.

1. Commerciality Questions:

1. Is there established catalog or market prices for our requirement?

1. If you offer this product and/or service to both U.S. Government and commercial sources, is the same workforce used for both the U.S. Government and general public?

1. Is our requirement offered to both under similar terms and conditions?  Briefly describe any differences.

1. Describe your standard warranty and return process for goods and services furnished to the government for items similar in nature to this requirement.  

1. Manufacturing Questions

1. Describe your capabilities and experience in manufacturing with regard to the requirements of this effort.

1. Demonstrate your ability and experience in the manufacture of the same or similar components, which are currently utilized in the commercial or military environment by providing the following information on the same or similar items:

1. Contract Number
2. Procuring Agency
3. Contract Value
4. Number of assets shipped

1. Provide your commercial manual(s) or Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP) and your rights to these manuals and or ATP used in the manufacture and functional check of these or similar assets for Government Engineer review.

1. Discuss your process for addressing any fit, form, and or function issues that may arise out of the requirements of this effort.

1. If the item cannot be manufactured in total, state what your organization can produce.

1. State any technology insertion ideas for the item that would be suitable for this effort.