SOLICITATION NOTICE
84 -- Tactical
- Notice Date
- 8/9/2013
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Contracting Office
- SA-11, Dun Loring, VA 22027
- ZIP Code
- 22027
- Solicitation Number
- FY13-GC-180
- Response Due
- 8/13/2013
- Archive Date
- 2/9/2014
- Point of Contact
- Name: Granger Cissel, Title: Procurement Manager, Phone: 5712269620, Fax:
- E-Mail Address
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cisselg@state.gov;
- Small Business Set-Aside
- Total Small Business
- Description
- This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice.The solicitation number is FY13-GC-180 and is issued as an invitation for bids (IFB), unless otherwise indicated herein.The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2005-69. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 316998 with a small business size standard of 500.00 employees.This requirement is a [ Small Business ] set-aside and only qualified offerors may submit bids.The solicitation pricing on www.FedBid.com will start on the date this solicitation is posted and will end on 2013-08-13 14:00:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com.FOB Destination shall be Sterling, VA 20166 The Department of State requires the following items, Meet or Exceed, to the following: LI 001: The Sloucher by First, the 6/12 Pocket Attachment System keeps the profile of the Sloucher low. It accepts Front, Side and Back Hard Plates and SPEAR/BALCS Cut Soft Armor. The Sloucher will accept MASS Accessories and pockets using 6/12, 6/9 or MOLLE/PALS. Utilizing the latest in FirstSpear technologies, including 6/12,pocket attachment and TUBES, The Sloucher is a state of the art capability designed to support the Full Spectrum of Operations. Features: ?? Quickly integrates additional armor protection as mission dictates and provides 360 degrees pocket attachment fields utilizing the patent pending 6/12 attachment system technology for mission tailoring requirements. ?? The vest can be removed without using Velcro for rapid access to administrative pockets or medical 10 EA ? 2001 - 2013 FedBid, Inc. All rights reserved. Page 7 / 45 treatment to the torso at the left and right shoulders and/or the right left lower torso utilizing the patent pending ?TUBES? Releasing System. ?? Fits Soft Armor cut to the shape requirements specified for US SOCOM SPEAR BALCS and Hard Armor plates cut to SAPI/ESAPI/SPEAR and Swimmer in the corresponding soft armor size, i.e. Medium Plate and Medium Soft Armor fit a Medium Carrier. ?? 2 ? ?quick release? point options utilizing the ?TUBES? (patent pending) system that allows for quick removal and assembly within seconds, while keeping the vest in 1 piece. o The common closure method for most Armor Carriers on the market today is to join the cummerbund in the front with hook & loop fasteners like Velcro. This presents many performance failures. The hook & loop adds weight and bulk; is noisy and wears out quickly; and retains water, mud and snow. From a safety standpoint the hook & loop closure flap allows for cummerbund protection accessories like side plates and inflatable floatation to shift position and misalign from where they should be to provide maximum performance. The common release mechanisms found in most releasable vests typically utilize a variety of cables, routed through a complex maze of channels that when assembled correctly, are clumsy, heavy, awkward and difficult to reassemble. When assembled incorrectly, the results can be catastrophic. ?? Polymer Release hardware (patent pending ? TUBES) is made from lightweight high-performance polymers that exceed the strength of the standard molded fasteners used with other manufactures vest. ?? Polymer Release hardware (patent pending ? TUBES) is molded in signature IR polymer and meets US MIL-SPEC requirements for IR reduction. ?? Made with laminated 500 Denier Cordura Nylon. ?? Has an inner and outer cummerbund for comfort and fit ?? Comes with optional 520 (E) TWEEVE sleeve to conceal the shoulder strap or a padded sleeve for comfort. Specifications ?? Sewn with VT-95 Size E/F Nylon bonded thread which complies with US MILSPEC A-A-59826. ?? Mesh NR86 complies with US MILSPEC Mil-C-8061 ?? Webbing complies with US MILSPEC Mil-W-17337 and Mil-w-AA55301 ?? Nylon complies with US MILSPEC Mil-C-43734D ?? Weight: 1.96lbs (Medium) Colors available: Coyote, Ranger Green, Black, REQUESTING- Color: Coyote, SIZE: MEDIUM", 30, EA; LI 002: The Sloucher by First, the 6/12 Pocket Attachment System keeps the profile of the Sloucher low. It accepts Front, Side and Back Hard Plates and SPEAR/BALCS Cut Soft Armor. The Sloucher will accept MASS Accessories and pockets using 6/12, 6/9 or MOLLE/PALS. Utilizing the latest in FirstSpear technologies, including 6/12,pocket attachment and TUBES, The Sloucher is a state of the art capability designed to support the Full Spectrum of Operations. Features: ?? Quickly integrates additional armor protection as mission dictates and provides 360 degrees pocket attachment fields utilizing the patent pending 6/12 attachment system technology for mission tailoring requirements. ?? The vest can be removed without using Velcro for rapid access to administrative pockets or medical 10 EA ? 2001 - 2013 FedBid, Inc. All rights reserved. Page 7 / 45 treatment to the torso at the left and right shoulders and/or the right left lower torso utilizing the patent pending ?TUBES? Releasing System. ?? Fits Soft Armor cut to the shape requirements specified for US SOCOM SPEAR BALCS and Hard Armor plates cut to SAPI/ESAPI/SPEAR and Swimmer in the corresponding soft armor size, i.e. Medium Plate and Medium Soft Armor fit a Medium Carrier. ?? 2 ? ?quick release? point options utilizing the ?TUBES? (patent pending) system that allows for quick removal and assembly within seconds, while keeping the vest in 1 piece. o The common closure method for most Armor Carriers on the market today is to join the cummerbund in the front with hook & loop fasteners like Velcro. This presents many performance failures. The hook & loop adds weight and bulk; is noisy and wears out quickly; and retains water, mud and snow. From a safety standpoint the hook & loop closure flap allows for cummerbund protection accessories like side plates and inflatable floatation to shift position and misalign from where they should be to provide maximum performance. The common release mechanisms found in most releasable vests typically utilize a variety of cables, routed through a complex maze of channels that when assembled correctly, are clumsy, heavy, awkward and difficult to reassemble. When assembled incorrectly, the results can be catastrophic. ?? Polymer Release hardware (patent pending ? TUBES) is made from lightweight high-performance polymers that exceed the strength of the standard molded fasteners used with other manufactures vest. ?? Polymer Release hardware (patent pending ? TUBES) is molded in signature IR polymer and meets US MIL-SPEC requirements for IR reduction. ?? Made with laminated 500 Denier Cordura Nylon. ?? Has an inner and outer cummerbund for comfort and fit ?? Comes with optional 520 (E) TWEEVE sleeve to conceal the shoulder strap or a padded sleeve for comfort. Specifications ?? Sewn with VT-95 Size E/F Nylon bonded thread which complies with US MILSPEC A-A-59826. ?? Mesh NR86 complies with US MILSPEC Mil-C-8061 ?? Webbing complies with US MILSPEC Mil-W-17337 and Mil-w-AA55301 ?? Nylon complies with US MILSPEC Mil-C-43734D ?? Weight: 1.96lbs (Medium) Colors available: Coyote, Ranger Green, Black, REQUESTING- Color: Coyote, SIZE: LARGE", 42, EA; LI 003: "Blackhawk CZ Gear Bag Constructed of 1000 denier nylon with reinforced stitching for durability, Innovative corner-zipper design, Full wraparound carry handles for superior weight support, Adjustable shoulder strap with reversible, non-slip HawkTex? shoulder pad, Dimensions: ? Total: 33.5?L x 16?W x 15?D = 8040 cu. in., 72, EA; LI 004: Duty, Belt, Ballistic Nylon - Cordura Ballistic? Duty Belt features a triple-release retention buckle for the ultimate in security, plus padded edges for the ultimate in comfort. BlackHawk's? ergonomically designed Duty Belt also comes with a nylon loop backing that mates perfectly to Blackhawk? Cordura Ballistic? Trouser Belt., SIZE: MEDIUM, 30, EA; LI 005: Duty, Belt, Ballistic Nylon - Cordura Ballistic? Duty Belt features a triple-release retention buckle for the ultimate in security, plus padded edges for the ultimate in comfort. BlackHawk's? ergonomically designed Duty Belt also comes with a nylon loop backing that mates perfectly to Blackhawk? Cordura Ballistic? Trouser Belt.,SIZE: LARGE, 42, EA; LI 006: The Gentex Level IIIA Personnel Protective Armor System Ground Troops (PASGT) helmet, also referred to as the Lightweight LE helmet, is specifically designed to protect law enforcement and other personnel from ballistic threats. It exceeds the v50 requirements of MIL-H-44099A with a velocity of 2150 feet per second and Level IIIA 9mm projectile at 1400 feet per second.Weighing less than earlier PASGT helmets, it offers improved retentions and suspensions for comfort and stability compatible with protective gas masks. Available helmet retentions include the standard police 3-Point or a modified version of the new U. S. Marine Corps (USMC) 4-Point design. Available retentions include a padded or mesh crown pads with foam lined headbands or a pad suspension, which can be adjusted in thickness, Team Wendy Zorbium Action Pads (ZAP) provide the best protection against blunt force trauma available on the market today. The ZAP Ballistic Helmet Replacement Pad Kit is manufactured using patented Zorbium foam; a revolutionary visco-elastic foam that provides unmatched energy absorption and impact protection. If you don't need to fully retrofit your helmet, but just need the pads, the ZAP Kit is for you. Complete set of seven (7) ZAP pads, 2 Square Front and Back Pads, 4 Oblong Side Pads, 1 circular Crown Pad, Includes fully illustrated instructions, Made in the USA, SIZE: MEDIUM, 30, EA; LI 007: The Gentex Level IIIA Personnel Protective Armor System Ground Troops (PASGT) helmet, also referred to as the Lightweight LE helmet, is specifically designed to protect law enforcement and other personnel from ballistic threats. It exceeds the v50 requirements of MIL-H-44099A with a velocity of 2150 feet per second and Level IIIA 9mm projectile at 1400 feet per second.Weighing less than earlier PASGT helmets, it offers improved retentions and suspensions for comfort and stability compatible with protective gas masks. Available helmet retentions include the standard police 3-Point or a modified version of the new U. S. Marine Corps (USMC) 4-Point design. Available retentions include a padded or mesh crown pads with foam lined headbands or a pad suspension, which can be adjusted in thickness, Team Wendy Zorbium Action Pads (ZAP) provide the best protection against blunt force trauma available on the market today. The ZAP Ballistic Helmet Replacement Pad Kit is manufactured using patented Zorbium foam; a revolutionary visco-elastic foam that provides unmatched energy absorption and impact protection. If you don't need to fully retrofit your helmet, but just need the pads, the ZAP Kit is for you. Complete set of seven (7) ZAP pads, 2 Square Front and Back Pads, 4 Oblong Side Pads, 1 circular Crown Pad, Includes fully illustrated instructions, Made in the USA, SIZE: LARGE, 42, EA; LI 008: "Safariland Tactical Holster 6004-836-121 Features the SLS (Self Locking System) rotating hood system, SLS allows for a smoother, single-motion draw and greater protection against attempted weapon takeaways, Thermal-molded SAFARILAMINATE? construction protects handgun and sights, Standard double leg strap and leg shroud with mounting holes for optional accessories. For pistols and revolvers, RIGHT HAND, 60, EA; LI 009: "Safariland Tactical Holster 6004-836-121 Features the SLS (Self Locking System) rotating hood system, SLS allows for a smoother, single-motion draw and greater protection against attempted weapon takeaways, Thermal-molded SAFARILAMINATE? construction protects handgun and sights, Standard double leg strap and leg shroud with mounting holes for optional accessories. For pistols and revolvers, LEFT HAND, 12, EA; LI 010: Flash bang Pouch - 4.5" x 2" x 2", Adjustable lid w/Quick release and 2" adjustability, 72, EA; LI 011: Nomex Gloves ? Nomex Back provides Flame/Flash protection uo to 800 degrees F, Soft Durable cowhide palm, Extra Elastic wrist provides secure fit, 72, EA; LI 012: Balaclava, Nomex, Provides flash/flame protection to the head and neck,Constructed entirely of DuPont NOMEX fabric,, Will not support flame or combust up to 800? F (427? C), Flat-seam stitching on the inside won't irritate when wearing a helmet, Lightweight 6 oz. DuPont NOMEX which is ideal for hot climates., 72, EA; LI 013: Double Training Cuff, Standard length is 34" (86.36cm) 1/2" (1.27cm) wide beveled edges to reduce potential for subject injury Ample space for writing down subject information Tensile strength for more than 400lbs. (240kg) Two cuffs in one, which allows for quicker subject control 10 per pack, 180, EA; LI 014: 38CL10BK: Blackhawk S.T.R.I.K.E. Double Pistol Mag Pouch TalonFlex with Speed Clips, 72, EA; LI 015: "SureFire 660 attaches to virtually any rifle/carbine barrel or gas tube, providing a brilliant white light when other SureFire WeaponLights will not fit your rifle or carbine or don't suit your needs. 1.25"" reflector is ideal for close- to medium-range applications. Includes all mounting hardware and our XM tailcap, which features a click-on push button switch and a momentary-on tape switch (7"" cable) that can be mounted to your weapon with a self-stick Velcro? backing. Tactical-level output with compact reflector for interior and close-range applications Switches?Momentary-on tape (7"" cable), momentary/constant-on push button Mounting system?Tube clamp for barrels or gas tubes from.5"" to.9"" in diameter Construction?High-strength aerospace aluminum with Mil-Spec anodizing; impact-resistant polymer; coated tempered window Weatherproof?O-ring and gasket sealed Includes high-energy 123A batteries with 10-year shelf life, 72, EA; Solicitation and Buy Attachments ***Question Submission: Interested offerors must submit any questions concerning the solicitation at the earliest time possible to enable the Buyer to respond. Questions must be submitted by using the 'Submit a Question' feature at www.fedbid.com. Questions not received within a reasonable time prior to close of the solicitation may not be considered.*** For this solicitation, Department of State intends to conduct an online competitive reverse auction to be facilitated by the third-party reverse auction provider, FedBid, Inc. FedBid has developed an online, anonymous, browser based application to conduct the reverse auction. An Offeror may submit a series of pricing bids, which descend in price during the specified period of time for the aforementioned reverse auction. Department of State is taking this action in an effort to improve both vendor access and awareness of requests and the agency's ability to gather multiple, competed, real-time bids.All responsible Offerors that respond to this solicitation MUST submit the pricing portion of their bid using the online exchange located at www.FedBid.com. There is no cost to register, review procurement data or make a bid on www.FedBid.com.Offerors that are not currently registered to use www.FedBid.com should proceed to www.FedBid.com to complete their free registration. Offerors that require special considerations or assistance may contact the FedBid Helpdesk at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or via email at clientservices@fedbid.com. Offerors may not artificially manipulate the price of a transaction on www.FedBid.com by any means. It is unacceptable to place bad faith bids, to use decoys in the www.FedBid.com process or to collude with the intent or effect of hampering the competitive www.FedBid.com process.Should offerors require additional clarification, notify the point of contact or FedBid at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or clientservices@fedbid.com.Use of FedBid: Buyers and Sellers agree to conduct this transaction through FedBid in compliance with the FedBid Terms of Use. Failure to comply with the below terms and conditions may result in offer being determined as non-responsive. If Seller is bidding Cisco brand equipment, Seller certifies that it is a Cisco Authorized Channel as of the date of the submission of its Bid, and that it has the certification/specialization level required by Cisco to support both the product sale and product pricing, in accordance with applicable Cisco certification/specialization requirements.Unless otherwise specified, Seller warrants that the products are new and in their original box(es). The Seller confirms to have sourced all Cisco products submitted in this Bid from Cisco or through Cisco Authorized Channels only, in accordance with all applicable laws and Cisco?s current applicable policies at the time of purchase. If software is provided or included, Seller shall, upon request, provide Buyer with a copy of the End User License Agreement. Seller certifies that all Cisco software is licensed originally to Buyer as the original licensee authorized to use the Cisco Software. New Equipment ONLY;NO remanufactured or "gray market" items. All items must be covered by the manufacturer's warranty. Bid MUST be good for 90 calendar days after close of Buy Shipping must be free on board (FOB) destination CONUS (Continental U.S.), which means that the seller must deliver the goods on its conveyance at the destination specified by the buyer, and the seller is responsible for the cost of shipping and risk of loss prior to actual delivery at the specified destination. This solicitation requires registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award, pursuant to FAR 4.1102 and other applicable regulations and guidelines.Information can be found at www.sam.gov. Delivery must be made within 45 days or less after receipt of order (ARO). The offeror must provide within its offer the number of days - not to exceed 45 - required to make delivery after it receives a purchase order from the buyer. The selected Offeror must comply with the following commercial item terms and conditions, which are incorporated herein by reference: FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition; FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items - the selected offeror must submit a completed copy of the listed representations and certifications; FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items; FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, paragraph (a) and the following clauses in paragraph (b): 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-35, 52.222-36, 52.222-37, 52.225-13, 52.232-34. The full text of the referenced FAR clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/far/. Award will be made to the responsible Seller whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Buyer on the basis of price, technical capability, delivery, and past performance. The Buyer will review the bids and make a selection on FedBid. Selected Seller means the Seller that submits the Selected Bid. Selected Bid means a Bid submitted by a Seller in response to an IFB, which Bid meets or exceeds the Buyer�s requirements and is accepted by the Buyer pursuant to the terms of the Bid. Participating sellers will note that there may be a 4 to 6 week delay from the time that the Selected Seller receives notification from FedBid to the time that the Selected Seller receives the award document from the Department of State. FedBid will invoice the Selected Seller after the Buyer has accepted a Seller�s bid. The FedBid invoice will include system-generated competition-specific information for identification and referencing purposes. The Selected Seller is responsible for remitting any FedBid fee once they have received payment from the Department of State. The official award document from the Department of State will contain information on how the Selected Seller invoices the Buyer. The official award document from the Department of State will provide the delivery timeline information and the award date on the document is when the official delivery time clock begins. Sellers cannot: combine order shipments, perform drop shipments. A requisition number or credit card number MUST be identified with the shipment and All shipments MUST include the Packing List. For the line items designated as [Brand Name or Equal], the Buyer is allowing Sellers to submit bids for alternate products as long as the bid specification 'Brand Name or Equal' the requested specification. Sellers MUST enter exactly what they are bidding (including make, model, and description) into the blank description field in order for the bid to be considered. Award may NOT be based solely on pricing factors alone. Consideration may be given to non-price related factors to include delivery, history, urgency of need, as well as price. Award of bids will be evaluated by price, technical capability, delivery and past performance. In addition to providing pricing at www.FedBid.com for this solicitation, each Offeror must provide any required, NON-PRICING responses (e.g. technical proposal, representations and certifications, etc.) so that they are received no later than the closing date and time for this solicitation. Submissions can be sent to clientservices@fedbid.com. TO HAVE A BID CONSIDERED FOR AWARD FOR BRAND NAME OR EQUAL & MEET OR EXCEED BUYS, ALL VENDORS MUST PROVIDE MANUFACTURER, PART # AND EXTENDED SPECIFICATIONS OF THE EXACT MODEL BEING PROPOSED FOR ALL LINE ITEMS. NO EXCEPTIONS. FAILURE TO PROVIDE THIS INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN A 'NON RESPONSIVE' BID AND REMOVAL FROM AWARD CONSIDERATION. The Government intends to make award to the responsive offeror that provides the Best Value to the Government based on Technical Acceptability, Price, Delivery Timeframe and Past Performance. Award will be made to the offeror quoting fair and reasonable prices who meet ALL required technical specifications and who comply with ALL solicitation requirements. The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers:Technical Compliance with Solicitation, Delivery and Warranty Information, Past Performance,and Price, Technical and past performance, when combined, are more important than price. The Government may increase the quantity of supplies called for in the Schedule at the unit price specified. The Contracting Officer may exercise the option by written notice to the Contractor within 90 Calendar Days of receiving final delivery. Delivery of the added items shall continue at the same rate as the like items called for under the contract, unless the parties otherwise agree
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