J -- Maintenance and Periodic Inspections of Boston Whaler Boat, Trailer and two 225 Optimax Outboard Engines

The purpose of this modification is to extend the response date from 15 November 2004 until 8 December 2004. The 347th Contracting Squadron/MSCB is seeking sources to establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for storage, maintenance and periodic inspections of Boston Whaler Boat, Trailer and two 225 Optimax Outboard Engines. Indoor storage is required and must be located within 20 miles of Mayport, FL. Upon notification from 38 RQS personnel, the contractor will be required to remove the Whaler boat from its storage location, place it into the water, start up engine and check boat for possible problems. Upon completion of boat operations by 38 RQS personnel, the contractor will remove the boat from the water, perform a freshwater wash down and return the boat to its indoor storage location. The following is a non-inclusive list of routine maintenance activity: Visual inspection, compressions checks, ignition checkes, spark plug replacement, load and test batteries, electrical system check, charging system check, fuel system check, fuel filter clean or replace, EFI system using DDS scan tools, TPI setting adjustment, alternator belt replacement as needed, camshaft drive belt replaced as needed, change oil and filter, check ignition timing, check all linkage and adjust if necessary, replace oil injection hoses on engine and bleed system, clean screen on oil pickup and oil tank, check thermostats and poppet valve operation, clean and replace as needed, lube steering, prop shaft, starter bendix, and all fittings on engine, pressure and vacuum check lower unit, change gear lube, replace water pump (major only), check power trim operation and fluid level, clean and replace anodes as needed, run and check engine operation and make necessary adjustments, spray powerhead down with corrosion guard, check front and aft bilge pumps, check operation of trim tabs, check/lube boat trailer, periodic grease trailer bearings, check/adjust trailer brakes as required. The Whaler boat is launched for water missions, performing a considerable amount of night operations and left tied to the marina’s secure dock when complete. The performance period is one year (20 Nov 04 through 19 Nov 05) with four one-year option periods, unless either party cancels the agreement by providing a 30 day written notification. Please indicate your interest as a potential source for this BPA by providing a detailed quote for maintenance and inspection services no later than 8 Dec 04. The Contractor’s quote shall include a detailed breakdown listing of the prices for all services listed above. Your offer must include the solicitation number, a price quote, name, address, and phone number of a point of contact. CCR enrollment is required for establishment of a Blanket Purchase Agreement; registration can be initiated at www.ccr.gov . The point of contact for this Request For Quote is Ms. Cherri Duval at 229-257-4716 or SSgt Bryan P. Ewing at 229-257-4717.