Ion Exchange Biddings - Procurement Opportunities

Justification for an exception to fair opportunity for a sole-source task order to Vector Systems Corporation (V2X) for a pilot study of a granular activated carbon (GAC) treatment system at the Navy AIea-Halawa Shaft (NAHS). The existing temporary GAC system, installed by V2X, is unique and requires specialized expertise. The pilot study is contingent on Hawaii Department of Health approval. The justification cites 10 **** and FAR **** as authority for the sole-source award. The contracting officer will determine fair and reasonable cost using FAR **** will be required to submit certified cost pricing data. The justification highlights the need for continued statutory and regulatory compliant services until a permanent solution is in place. The current contractor's experience and existing relationship are essential for efficient operations. No plans exist for a permanent GAC system at NAHS at this time. This project would be competitively procured if a permanent system is required and approved by the DOH.

This is a combined synopsis solicitation for commercial products or commercial services. Proposals are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued. The service involves the initial installation and setup of a portable water demineralizer in a new clean room at the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton, along with quarterly and annual service, including tank and filter delivery and exchange. There are two optional years for recurring quarterly service. The portable water demineralizer system must comply with MIL STD ****, Grade B or better. Specific details regarding water quality parameters are provided in the notice. The initial installation includes various quantities of specified tanks and filters. The base year service includes tank exchanges and filter replacements at specified intervals. The optional years include additional quantities of tanks and filters.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items. The solicitation number is **** and is issued as a request for quote (RFQ). The solicitation pricing on www. ***. *. * will start on the date this solicitation is posted, and will end on **** 14:00:00. 0 Eastern Time. Fob destination is Chicago, IL 60605. The EPA - Region 5 SNAP end user requires the items to be brand name only (exact match). Interested sellers must submit any questions concerning the solicitation at the earliest time possible. Questions must be submitted by using the submit a question feature at www. ***. *. *. A seller may submit a series of pricing bids, which descend in price during the specified period of time for the aforementioned reverse auction. All responsible sellers that respond to this solicitation must submit the pricing portion of their bid using the online exchange located at www. ***. *. *. There is no cost to register, review procurement data or make a bid on www. ***. *. *. Sellers that require special considerations or assistance may contact marketplace support at **** or via email at ***@***. *. * may not artificially manipulate the price of a transaction on www. ***. *. * by any means. It is unacceptable to place bad faith bids, to use decoys in the www. ***. *. * process or to collude with the intent or effect of hampering the competitive www. ***. *. * process. Should sellers require additional clarification, notify the point of contact or marketplace support at **** or ***@***. *. * requirement is a small business set-aside and only qualified sellers may submit bids. The NAICS code is **** with a small business size standard of 1,**** employees.