Paxman Crankshaft

The U S Coast Guard Surfaces Forces Logistics Center, Contract and Procurement Division 3 is seeking potential sources to supply new crankshafts NSN 2815-99-810-6101 for the Paxman diesel engines employed on the 110' WPB Island Class USCG Cutters. It is the Government's belief that only MAN Diesel, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), and/or their authorized suppliers, can furnish the required crankshaft assemblies and ensure the proper fit, form and function of all its components. The U.S. Coast Guard does not own provisioning or technical documentation for the parts to be solicited. Concerns having the expertise and required capabilities to furnish the above are invited to submit complete information discussing the same within fifteen (15) days of this announcement. However, other potential sources desiring to furnish other than MAN Diesel crankshaft assemblies are required to submit the following: 1) Complete and current engineering data to demonstrate the acceptability of the offered parts (i.e. salient physical, functional and serviceability characteristics) or 2) Data that offered parts have been satisfactorily manufactured for the Government or the original equipment manufacturer. This data must include sufficient information to allow the Coast Guard to evaluate the submittal relative to the above requirements. Concerns that respond to this notice must fully demonstrate their capability to accomplish the above and are to supply pertinent information in sufficient detail to demonstrate a bona-fide capability to meet the requirements. This information is due within fifteen (15) days from the date of this announcement. This announcement is issued in accordance with FAR 6.302-1. No cost or pricing data is required. This is not a solicitation. THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION ONLY. Inquiries received after the established deadline shall NOT be considered for this acquisition. The submission of this data for review shall not impede award of this contract. The Government does NOT intend to pay for information solicited. It is the offeror's responsibility to monitor FBO postings.