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SOURCES SOUGHT: USCG Base Alameda Material and Waste Management Services

Posted on by Eric Coffie

This is not a request for proposal. We are seeking sources that can satisfy a follow-on requirement for USCG Base Alameda Material and Waste Management Services, Alameda, CA. The existing contract, awarded under HSCG84-17-C-AA1528 ends 31 May 2022. The period of performance for the new contract is anticipated to be 1 June 2022 through 31 May 2027. The following acquisition is anticipated to be a Firm Fixed Price contract. The North American Industrial Classification Code (NAICS) is 562112 for Hazardous Waste Collection applies with a size standard of $41.5 Million. The requirements of the Service Contract Labor Standard and Construction Wage Rate Requirements apply. More definite information concerning the site visit and pre-proposal conference will be included in the solicitation which is anticipated to be released in late winter of 2022.

The Material and Waste Management Services will require a contractor to provide materials and waste management on Coast Guard Island, utilizing Building 42 as the Central Material and Waste Management Area in accordance with all Federal, State, and local regulations Building 42 includes hazardous material storage lockers, refuse and recycling dumpsters, 90 day hazardous waste storage, universal waste storage, eWaste dumpsters, empty container storage, administrative office area, and supporting equipment The Contractor shall support the Coast Guard with trained and experienced personnel fully proficient and capable of completing the tasks required by this contract. The Contractor shall provide the proper mix of personnel to provide the most efficient and effective engineering services and all support to meet the requirements listed in this PWS.

Telephone responses will NOT be accepted. Responses are requested by 17 January 2022 at 4:00 pm PST and may be submitted via email: chelsea.m.tikotsky@uscg.mil. Please include the following information in your response:

1. A capability statement that explains what type of work your company has experience performing. Please provide information on whether your company can fill all of the requirements described above or if only interested in a portion of it. If only interested in a portion, please be specific on what services identified above are applicable. Also, please be sure to list your business size status, for example whether your company is a small business, 8(a), HUBZONE, women owned, small disadvantaged business, veteran owned, large business, etc.

Please provide any suggestions on how to combine types of work to achieve the best results for the government.
2. Past performance in this area including:

Contract Number, type of contract
Length of contract
Customer: (Agency or business), Contact information including name, address, telephone no. & email address
Description of work
Contract Dollar Value:
Date of Award and Completion (including extensions)
Type and Extent of Subcontracting
Quality of Performance, Contract Schedule, and Customer Relations
Problems encountered and corrective action taken
3. Does your company currently employ union personnel? What experience do you have dealing with a union? Have you ever had a collective bargaining agreement with a union?

4. Recommendations on handling of work that cannot be easily quantified.

5. Any best practices from previous contracts that may be relevant.

The solicitation will be released at the SAM.gov website at a future date. Interested parties should register on SAM.gov.

This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a Request For Proposal; and it is not considered to be a commitment by the Government nor will the Government pay for information solicited. The Government reserves the right to consider a small business, 8(a) or any other set-aside arrangement as deemed appropriate for this procurement. No basis for claim against the Government shall arise as a result from a response.

  • Original Set Aside: 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8)
  • Product Service Code: S222 – HOUSEKEEPING- WASTE TREATMENT/STORAGE
  • NAICS Code: 562112 – Hazardous Waste Collection
  • Place of Performance: Alameda , CA 94501 USA
  • Original Response Date: Jan 17, 2022 04:00 pm EST

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SOURCES SOUGHT: Servo Valve (B-2 Steering Controls)

Posted on by Eric Coffie

The Department of the Air Force, Air Force Materiel Command, SCMS/GUMB is seeking sources for Servo Valve (B-2 Steering Controls) for United States Air Force (USAF) B-2 Bomber Aircraft

The purpose of this Sources Sought Synopsis is to conduct market research to determine if responsible sources with the capability to manufacture the part listed below and to assist in determining if this effort can be competitive and/or a total Small Business Set-Aside. The proposed North American Industry Classification Systems (NAICS) Code is 336413 which has a corresponding Size standard of 1250. The Government will use this information to determine the best acquisition strategy for this procurement. The Government is interested in all small businesses to include 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Hubzone, and Women-Owned small business concerns. The government requests that interested parties respond to this notice, if applicable, and identify your small business status to the identified NAICS code. Additionally, please provide any anticipated teaming arrangements, along with a description of similar services offered to the Government and to commercial customers for the past three years. Any responses involving teaming agreements should delineate between the work that will be accomplished by the prime and the work accomplished by the teaming partners.

  • Original Set Aside:
  • Product Service Code: 1650 – AIRCRAFT HYDRAULIC, VACUUM, AND DE-ICING SYSTEM COMPONENTS
  • NAICS Code: 336413 – Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing
  • Place of Performance: USA
  • Original Response Date: Dec 24, 2021 03:00 pm MST

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SOURCES SOUGHT: Rollout Purge Unit (RPU)

Posted on by Eric Coffie

This notice is issued by NASA/John F. Kennedy Space Center (KSC) to post a draft Statement of Need (SON) to solicit responses from interested parties. This document is for information and planning purposes and to allow industry the opportunity to verify reasonableness and feasibility of the requirement, as well as promote competition. NASA/KSC is conducting a sources sought for companies that can provide Rollout Purge Units (RPU). The North American Industry Classification Systems (NAICS) Code proposed 333415, Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing and the size standard for this NAICS is 1,250 employees. The PSC is 4120, Air Conditioning Equipment.

  • Original Set Aside:
  • Product Service Code: 4120 – AIR CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT
  • NAICS Code: 333415 – Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing
  • Place of Performance: Orlando , FL 32899 USA
  • Original Response Date: Nov 26, 2021 03:00 pm EST

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SOURCES SOUGHT: Spindle, Head, Rotary for M&O

Posted on by Eric Coffie

The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 336413 and the size standard is 1,250 employees. Interested parties who have the capability to perform the above eort should respond to this notice and identify your business size and socio-economic status as applicable. All submissions must include full company names, Point of Contacts (POCs) to include name, position, oice and mobile telephone numbers, and email address. DMWR 1-1615-377 is currently available for the overhaul/repair requirement, however this is a Critical Safety Item (CSI) and is limited only to the approved sources verified by the Sustainment Readiness Division (SRD). The only approved sources for the overhaul/repair of the Spindle, Head, Rotary are Overhaul Support Services, LLC (CAGE Code: 52VE4) and Sikorsky Aircra Corporation (CAGE Code: 78286). Contractors are encouraged to seek Source Approval Requests (SAR) in order to become an approved source by accessing the website https://www.avmc.army.mil/Directorates/SRD/SAR/ and looking under Standard Aviation and Missile Source Approval Request (SAMSAR).

  • Original Set Aside:
  • Product Service Code: 1615 – HELICOPTER ROTOR BLADES, DRIVE MECHANISMS AND COMPONENTS
  • NAICS Code: 336413 – Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing
  • Place of Performance: CT 06026 USA
  • Original Response Date: Aug 31, 2021 05:00 pm CDT

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Top 10 Industry NAICS Codes for Contracts in 2020

Posted on by Eric Coffie

The government spends millions, every year, on products and services, from office supplies and airplanes to machinery and even fitness equipment. 

Each business opportunity is assigned to at least one North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code which allows these contracts to be tracked for research and reportable data in the future.

Being well versed with the NAICS Codes for Contracts in    2021 can help you in building a good working relationship with the government as it gives your business more visibility. Would you want to be seen? 

It’s always good to know how you measure against your competitors. Given the numerous industries, you can narrow down the list by knowing which industries have been prospering in the federal marketplace.  

With this in mind, here’s the top 10 industries that have won contracts in 2020.

1. 336411 

Number one on our list is the aircraft manufacturing industry. They are responsible for manufacturing, modification and restoration of engines of different aircraft, space vehicles, guided missiles, and propulsion units. 

Although the manufacturers of this industry depend heavily on the international market for their sales, they have a combined annual revenue of about $68 billion in 2020 for federal contracts. 

2. 541330

Establishments that offer engineering services, design, develop and utilize machines and systems through applying physical laws and principles of engineering. 

The U.S. engineering services industry includes about 65,000 establishments. They had a combined annual revenue of $39 billion from contract awards with the federal government alone.

3. 336611 

The ship building and repairing establishments are engaged in operating a shipyard. They construct, repair, convert and alter, and produce prefabricated ship and barge sections. The cumulative amount obligated by the U.S. government in this industry is about $31 billion.

4. 561210 

Facilities support services provide operating staff to perform a combination of support services within the client’s facilities. The support services being referred to are wide-ranging, from janitorial to guard and security, and then laundry.

Often forgotten and little recognized, they have always worked behind the scenes to keep facilities going and running at an optimal level. Contracts awards in 2020 under this code are worth around $30 billion. 

5. 541512 

Establishments that offer computer system design services are those who plan and design computer systems. Services that they offer include software support, computer systems design, and data processing facilities management. The combined annual revenue for government contract awards in this industry is $26 billion. 

6. 236220 

People in this industry are primarily responsible for the construction of commercial and institutional buildings and related structures, such as stadiums, grain elevators, and indoor swimming facilities. 

The United States is one of the largest construction markets worldwide. Their spending on private and public construction continued to grow in 2020. More specifically, federal contract awards in businesses under this code in that year reached $24 billion.

7. 541715 

This code is for the world of Research and Development. This pertains to businesses who conduct research and experimental development (except nanotechnology and biotechnology) in the fields of physical, engineering, and life sciences.

The federal government also invested about $24 billion in this industry. Although their research outputs have no guarantee for extension to product commercialization or final application, they are considered essential, as they increase the ‘knowledge base’ available to companies. 

8. 336414 

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing applies to establishments that manufacture complete guided missiles and space vehicles. They develop and make prototypes of guided missiles or space vehicles.

The demand for guided missiles is dependent on the government spending on defense. The government spending for contracts under this code last year was worth $22 billion.

9. 541519 

Other computer related services, from the name itself, provide other computer related services that are not offered by establishments under 541512 (Computer Systems Designs Services). 

More specifically, the services include computer disaster recovery and software installation services. This industry won $20 billion worth of federal contracts in 2020.

10. 541712 

Last but not the least, as it is worth $19 billion in the federal marketplace, we have the industry that is all about research and development in the physical, engineering and life sciences engineering, and life sciences (except Biotechnology). 

Businesses under this code conduct research and experimental developments in the  field of science and mathematics. 

Note: The NAICS Code 541712, however, is no longer valid. The NAICS Code that should be used instead is 541715. Unless the requirement is dealing with nanotechnology, in that case, the code 541713 should be used. 

RESOURCES

The list of the top 10 Industry NAICS Codes for Contracts from this article was taken from usaspending.gov, wherein federal awards in 2020 were listed from highest to lowest, according to their NAICS code and their respective cumulative amount obligated by the federal government.

To also learn more about all things NAICS, you can check out the website here. 

Top 10 NAICS Code for 8a Spending this 2021

Posted on by Eric Coffie

There is no denying that being an 8a certificate holder is already a step ahead in the government contracting industry, as it allows your business to have first-priority claim to various contracts without even having to bid for them, but is that enough?

8a firms that develop good marketing strategies in the federal marketplace are doing significantly better than those who don’t. 

If you are interested in finding out which industries have been winning this 2021, here’s the top 10 NAICS Code for 8a that have grown and thrived. 

1. 541512 

It is no surprise that the computer systems design services are first place on this list, especially with the accelerating rise of the digital economy, people are shifting to the world of tech and are looking for people to help them with that.

This industry specifically refers to establishments that partake in planning and designing computer systems that integrate computer hardware, software, and communication technologies.

2. 561210 

Establishments in the facilities support services industry provide operating staff to perform a combination of support services within the client’s facilities. 

The people in this industry are the reason why things are miraculously always in order and clean. No wonder this comes second! Having properly managed facilities is vital for a facility to function effectively and efficiently.

3. 541611 

Administrative management and general management consulting services provide operating advice and assistance to businesses and other organizations on administrative management issues.

In simpler terms, businesses involving this industry manage people, information, and other resources with the goal of achieving organizational goals.

They are essential in making businesses run smoothly, thus they have been in demand in the market because it is a known fact that companies will struggle without them.

4. 236220 

You’ll have no trouble understanding the commercial and institutional building construction industry since it is very self-explanatory. These are the people involved in constructing commercial and institutional buildings.

These buildings are of different kinds, such as stadiums, grain elevators, and indoor swimming facilities. 

More specifically, this industry is geared more towards the on-site assembly of modular or prefabricated commercial and institutional buildings.

8a firms are very successful in their award of federal construction contracts which is why 40%+ of all 8a firms are in the construction field. 

5. 541519 

The other computer related services industry and the industry ranking first on this list might be similarly compared, since both have the “computer” label on them, however they do have a significant difference.

Other computer related services are those who provide computer disaster recovery or software installation services.

They do not offer services such as custom programming, systems integration design, and facilities management services, as these services are offered by the computer systems design services industry.

6. 541330

Engineering services is actually a very broad one since they pertain to a variety of engineering companies. From construction to electrical to chemical, the list goes on. 

Generally, establishments in this industry involve the provision of advice, preparation of feasibility studies, preparation of preliminary and final plans and designs, provision of technical services during the construction or installation phase, inspection and evaluation of engineering projects, and related services.

So basically, any business that applies physical laws and principles of engineering in their design and development of products or services are a part of this industry.

7. 561612 

Security guards and patrol services are also one of the more self-explanatory ones. They are the establishments that provide guard and patrol services, such as bodyguard, guard dog, and parking security services.

Do not confuse this with the NAICS code 56162, although they have the same goal, 56162 is more aimed towards the selling of security systems and remote monitoring of electronic security alarm systems.

8. 541712 

This comprises establishments primarily engaged in Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering and Life Sciences Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology).

People in this industry are scientists. They conduct research and experimental developments in the  field of science and mathematics. From biology to chemistry to veterinary, the spectrum that this industry covers is wide.

Note: The NAICS Code 541712, however, is no longer valid. The NAICS Code that should be used instead is 541715. Unless the requirement is dealing with nanotechnology, in that case, the code 541713 should be used. 

9. 541990 

All other professional, scientific, and technical services are one of the industries that are harder to classify as the examples are quite wide. Services such as business brokers, construction estimation, and handwriting experts are included in this industry.

Generally, these establishments offer professional, scientific, or technical services, with the exclusion of legal services, architectural, engineering, computer systems design, management, scientific, technical consulting services, etc.

10. 541513 

Computer facilities management services are those establishments primarily engaged in providing on-site management and operation of clients’ computer systems and/or data processing facilities. 

Seeing that companies are shifting to the digital era, as means to manage their businesses, this industry is on high-demand.

This industry, however, is closely related to another NAICS code, 518210, which is the data processing, hosting, and related services. The difference is that 518210 provides hosting or data processing services while 541513 is more on on-site management.

RESOURCES

If you are stuck with an 8a certification and want to learn how to navigate the program, check out this video entitled, “The 8a BD (Business Development) Program fully explained,” to know your way around the industry. 

To also learn more about all things NAICS, you can check out the website here. Information found in this article is taken from the official open data source of federal spending, found here.

Sources Sought: Space For Lease For USDA in Bowman (Bowman Co) ND

Posted on by Eric Coffie

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) seeks space for lease in the following  in Bowman (Bowman Co) ND:

  • City, State: Bowman, ND
  • County: Bowman County
  • Delineated Area:
    • North: 6th Street NW
    • East: 3rd Ave SE
    • South: Hwy 12
    • West: Farm to Market Road / 11th Ave W
  • Minimum Usable Square Feet (ABOA): 4,033 sf
  • Maximum Usable Square Feet (ABOA): 4,033 sf
  • Rentable Square Feet (RSF): 4,589 sf
  • Space Type: Office and Related Space
  • Reserved Parking Spaces for Government Vehicles: 4 (Four) Spaces
  • Full Term: Up to 20 (Twenty) Years
  • Firm Term: 5 (Five) Years
  • Termination Rights: 120 days in whole or part

* Any submission received without documentation of ownership and/or written authorization to represent the owner(s) will not be considered until such time the documentation has been received.  This documentation must be received on or before the due date for Expressions of Interest. In cases where an agent is representing multiple entities, written acknowledgment/ permission from each entity to represent multiple interest parties for the same submission must be submitted prior to the Expressions of Interest due date.

  • Product Service Code: X1AA – LEASE/RENTAL OF OFFICE BUILDINGS
  • NAICS Code: 531120 – Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses)
  • Place of Performance: Bowman, ND USA
  • Original Response Date: Oct 04, 2020 05:00 pm MDT

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Sources Sought: Laundry Services for VA Central Iowa Health Care System

Posted on by Eric Coffie

The objective of this notice is to conduct market research to determine if there are Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) or Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) sources capable of providing Laundry Services for VA Central Iowa Health Care System, 3600 30th Street, Des Moines, IA 50310. NAICS Code is 812320 (Drycleaning and Laundry Services. Small business size standard is $6 Million. Product Service Code is S209 (Housekeeping – Laundry/Dry Cleaning).

The work required consists of furnishing the physical laundry plant (at an off-site location), all labor, supervision, management, management support, supplies, ancillary equipment, vehicles, and materials necessary for the accomplishment of complete laundry/linen services.

  • Service Code: S209 – HOUSEKEEPING- LAUNDRY/DRYCLEANING
  • NAICS Code: 812320 – Drycleaning and Laundry Services (except   Coin-Operated)
  • Place of Performance:   VA Central Iowa Health Care System, IA 50310 USA
  • Original Response Date: Oct 09, 2020 11:59 pm CDT

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Planning, Environment and Other NEPA-related Training

Posted on by Eric Coffie

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is conducting a market survey to identify potential sources for a series of anticipated contracts/task order awards. The purpose of this notice is to obtain information for planning purposes, regarding (1) the availability and capability of qualified sources to perform all or some of the work described below; and the size classification of the available and capable sources relative to the North American Industry Classification (NAICS) code for the proposed acquisition.

Interested parties who consider themselves qualified to perform the listed services for all or some of the knowledge and skill areas are invited to submit a response to this sources sought/market research notice.

Complete details can be found HERE.

Responses must be sent on or before: Sep 02, 2020 01:00 pm EDT

Explaining The Rules For Subcontracting Small Business Contracts

Posted on by Linette Genao

Forget the rumors, myths, and misconceptions surrounding getting a contract and subcontracting the entire thing. The short and sweet answer to the ever so popular question, “Can I just sub out the entire contract?” is NO.

Knowing how to play the game and the rules of the game allows you to be successful. This is one of those rules you need to know and be aware of. However, you can get creative with how to abide by this, which is provided in the video below.

But how exactly do you avoid getting in trouble with subbing? Knowing FAR Clause 52.219-4 Limitations on Subcontracting.

subcontracting 50%First, let’s be clear that this rule only applies if you are the prime contractor. The rule is, as a prime contractor, if you provide a service, you must do 50% of the work. If you provide supplies, other than, “from non-manufacturer of supplies,” you also need to do 50% of the work.

For example, if the government puts out a quote for iPads, this doesn’t apply because you are a “non-manufacturer.” Since most of us aren’t the manufactures, this doesn’t apply. But if the government needed shirts and you’re making shirts for the government, then you’d need to make 50% of the shirts.

The 50% includes services like janitorial transportation, logistics, accounting, legal services and construction. However, construction has its own rules.

CONSTRUCTION 

Construction has two criterions. If it’s general construction, which falls under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 236, you have to self-perform 15% of the work. If it’s specialty construction, which falls under NAICS 238, then 25% of the work is what you have to perform. Specialty trades are air conditioning, electrical, plumbing, etc.

On the other hand, there is general construction or the overall contractor. When you’re given a big project by the government, which has a lot of components, it falls under NAICS 235. This means you only need to complete 15% of the work. In this case, you could sub out the majority of the work.

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As long as you follow these rules and abide by the section that applies to you, you are in the clear.

For complete visual representations and examples on how these percentages can be legally broken down, refer to the video below.

To find out more about government contracting, visit the GOVCON GIANTS YouTube page.