SOLICITATION NOTICE
42 -- Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Suits
- Notice Date
- 5/27/2014
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 339113
— Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- Department of the Air Force, Pacific Air Forces, 36 CONS - Andersen, Unit 14040, Andersen AFB, 96543-4040
- ZIP Code
- 96543-4040
- Solicitation Number
- N40192-14-Q-7023
- Archive Date
- 6/16/2014
- Point of Contact
- Andrea C. Lay, Phone: 6713664947
- E-Mail Address
-
andrea.lay.1@us.af.mil
(andrea.lay.1@us.af.mil)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- Total Small Business
- Description
- This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation N40192-14-Q-7023 is being issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). All solicitation documents and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005-73. This procurement is a 100% Small Business set-aside IAW FAR 19.502-2 (a). The NAICS code is 339113 and the small business size standard is 500 employees. The following commercial items are requested: CLIN 0001 - Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) Coat 10 Each Aluminized PBI/Kevlar 32" proximity coat, 7 oz aluminized PBI Kevlar shell, aluminized PBI reinforced elbows, 3" x 3.5" x 9" radio pocket, two bottom front pockets that are 8" x 8" x 2" with hand warmers, zipper and Velcro coat closure, drag rescue device installed between outer layer and inner lining, NFPA 1971-2013 compliant LN Curtis/Globe part 31883E OR EQUAL Chest/Length sizes: 2 each 46 x 34; 2 each 44 x 34; 4 each 44 x 32; 1 each 40 x 32; 1 each 46 x 32 CLIN 0002- Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) Pants 10 Each Aluminized PBI/Kevlar 32" proximity coat, 7 oz aluminized PBI Kevlar shell, aluminized PBI removable/replaceable knees, snap and Velcro fly, two cargo pockets that are 10" x 10" x 12", padded rip cord suspenders included, NFPA 1971-2013 compliant LN Curtis/Globe part 41882E OR EQUAL Waist/Length sizes: 1 each 44 x 30; 1 each 44 x 32; 1 each 46 x 32; 1 each 36 x 32; 1 each 36 x 30; 1 each 40 x 30; 1 each 40 x 32; 1 each 36 x 34; 1 each 38 x 32; 1 each 38 x 34 CLIN 0003- Firefighting Boot 10 Each 14" Pull-On athletic footwear (cement construction) boot, black flame-resistant and waterproof leather, double-stitched leather joining seams, silver reflective trim, leather-trimmed webbing pull straps, padded leather collar, padded leather flex joints in the shaft above vamp and heel, liquid and chemical resistant breathable bootie liner, aluminized shield liner situated under the leather shell, two layers of thermal protective bootie-shield liner situated between the aluminized shield liner and the barrier bootie, composite safety toe cap, composite shank, composite penetration-resistant insole barrier, molded shin guard, flame-resistant synthetic rubber molded cup outsole and toe bumper, 3D lasting board, molded heel counter, internal heel fit system, and removable molded foot beds including a second thicker pair, must exceed the minimum test values for slip resistance (average of left and right foot) as detailed below to provide superior performance in dry, wet, and frosted ice conditions: Test Method: SATRA TM144:2011 Slip Resistance of Footwear and Floorings Load = 500 N, Dry Clay Quarry Tile: Forepart = 1.00 Heel = 0.90, Wet Clay Quarry Tile: Forepart = 0.60 Heel = 0.60, Frosted Ice: Forepart = 0.25 Heel = 0.20, Boots must reach the Maximum Flex Angle of 50 degrees without exceeding the critical bending moment with a resulting stiffness Index not to exceed 10.0 as detailed below to provide maximum flexibility: Test Method: SATRA TM194:2004 Longitudinal stiffness of footwear, Heavy-duty, flame-resistant and waterproof full-grain cattle hide leather measuring 2.0 - 2.2 mm of thickness for durable tear and puncture resistance. Tumbled full-grain cattle hide leather in collar and flex areas for mobility. Leather is chrome tanned to withstand high temperature with minimal shrinkage, re-tanned to impart water resistance and low water absorption, and finished to retain maximum breathability. Leather meets or exceeds the following physical tests: Water Penetration ASTM D2009 15,000 flex minimum; Dynamic Water Absorption ASTM D2009 10% maximum; Static Water Absorption ASTM D6015 30% maximum; Slit Tearing Strength ASTM D2212 30 pound minimum; Moisture Vapor Transmission ASTM D5052 350 g/meter2/24 hours minimum; Flame Resistance NFPA 1971afterflame no more than 2.0 sec, not melt or drip, no burn through. A full-height shield liner will be situated between the leather outer shell and the bootie-shield liner layers. The liner will be made from 7.0 oz/yd2 Aluminized PBI® fabric consisting of a knit fabric substrate of 30% PBI® and 70% Para-Aramid fibers laminated with aluminized reflective silver film component certified to NFPA 1971. Two full-height layers of a protective bootie-shield of Flame Resistant (FR) 65% NOMEX®, 35% KEVLAR® fiber stitch bonded non-woven batting weighing 4.0 oz/yd2 are positioned between the aluminized shield and the barrier bootie to provide additional thermal protection. A full-height bootie liner made from a package of Cambrelle®, 300g felt insulation, and enhanced ePTFE barrier to provide liquid and chemical protection as defined by the specified NFPA standards. Contoured outsoles are bonded to the bottom and sides of the upper using a 2-part cross-linking adhesive that forms a bond stronger than the materials it attaches. This attachment process is far more flexible than welted construction. Goodyear welt or direct attach construction methods will not be acceptable. Molded synthetic rubber outsole wraps onto the upper for athletic shoe performance. Flame, abrasion, oil, acid, and slip resistant compound engineered for high-traction, cold-weather resistance, and durability. Siding lines cut into flat areas open up when flexed to provide additional traction on water and ice. Self-cleaning lugs and omni-direction tread pattern designed for superior performance in all terrains and when working on ladders. Penetration resistance will be provided by a composite insole to maximize flexibility and insulate from heat and cold transmission. Must exceed NFPA standards for safety. Metal plates will not be acceptable. Lighter than steel, doesn't transmit heat or cold, and springs back to shape better. Metal shank will not be acceptable. Lighter than steel and doesn't transmit heat or cold. Exceeds NFPA standards for safety. Metal toe caps will not be acceptable. A rugged heel counter is individually molded to fit each size perfectly. Padded polymer shin guard provides extra protection when you are working on a ladder. Moisture absorbing natural fiber padding will not be acceptable. Molded synthetic Flame Resistant rubber toe bumper provides abrasion resistance when crawling. Cemented and 2-needle stitched to the vamp. Flame-resistant silver 3 M SCOTCHLITE TM reflective materials sewn to both sides of the shaft for added visibility. NOMEX® webbing pull-straps with leather trim are securely attached to the leather uppers by inserting into to collar seam to minimize stitching through the leather and to keep them on for good. Pull strength must be a minimum of 120 lbs when tested with a single handle. Anatomical foam insert wraps around the top and sides of the heel with an opening to fit and hold the back of the heel securely while cushioning the ankle. Removable urethane foam foot beds are contoured to cradle and cushion the bottom of the foot and to provide arch support. Moisture-wicking and anti-microbial fabric top layer. A second pair of 3D Molded Foot beds that are thicker in the forefoot is provided with every pair for a custom fit. This thicker foot bed provides a snugger fit. Boots must be able to be resoled at the factory with new outsoles as needed. NFPA 1971-2013 proximity/structural and 1992-2012 compliant. Curtis/Globe part number 1201480 OR EQUAL Sizes in Men's: 1 each 8, 1 each 8.5, 1 each 9, 1 each 9.5, 4 each 10, 2 each 11 *ALL ASSOCIATED SHIPPING COSTS MUST BE INCLUDED WITH FINAL QUOTE. SHIPPING/DELIVERY OF SERVICES/MATERIALS IS FOB DESTINATION TO APO, AP: 36 CES/CEF Unit 14007 APO, AP 96543 Submit your quote via email to TSgt Andrea C. Lay at andrea.lay.1@us.af.mil. Responses to this RFQ must be received via e-mail not later than 08:00 AM local time (ChST) on Monday, 2 June 2014 (06:00 (1800) PM United States Eastern Time (EDT) on 01 June 2014). Oral quotes will not be accepted. Collect calls will not be accepted. Hand delivered quotes will not be accepted. Emailed quotes must be received at the stated addressees' email inboxes on time and the addressees must be able to open the email and all attachments. No other email receipt will be acceptable. The Government does not accept responsibility for non-receipt of quotes. It is the contractor's responsibility to request and receive confirmation of quote receipt. The Government has limited capability to accept attachments in quotes and requests that contractors limit quotes to no more than 10 pages. All questions regarding this RFQ must be submitted via email. All firms must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM) database at https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/ to be considered for award. All quotes must be directly submitted by the firm registered in SAM that is intended to be the successful awardee. Quote submitted by another firm on behalf of a SAM registered company with the intention of being award "care of" will not be accepted. All quotes must include registered DUNS, CAGE codes, Tax ID, and small business status, and any applicable GSA contract number. FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors--Commercial Items applies to this request. Quotes must include information and pricing for CLIN 0001, 0002, and 0003 to be considered for award. 1. Price: Prices must be submitted for CLIN 0001-CLIN 0003, including shipping to Guam. Do not include a separate CLIN for shipping costs. Shipping costs must be included within the line items listed. This is an all-or-none request; multiple awards will not be made. 2. Technical Capability: Specifications including any brand and model numbers must be included with quote. Specifications must be submitted in order to be evaluated unless the brand name product is quoted. FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Items applies to this request. Award will be based on lowest price technically acceptable. Award will be made without discussions; however, the Government reserves the right to open discussion anytime during evaluation. Technical acceptability means meeting the minimum specifications listed under CLIN 0001-CLIN 0003. All quotes will be ranked based on price. Only the lowest priced quote will be evaluated for technical acceptability, unless the lowest priced quote is deemed technically unacceptable. If the lowest quote is deemed technically unacceptable, the next lowest quote will be considered, and so on until an offeror is identified to be technically acceptable. 1. Price: Quotes will be ranked first based on price from high to low. The price evaluation will document the realism, reasonableness, and completeness of the total evaluated price. (i) Arithmetic Discrepancies. For the purpose of initial evaluation of offers, the following will be utilized in resolving arithmetic discrepancies found on the face of the bidding schedule as submitted by the offeror. (A) Obviously misplaced decimal points will be corrected; (B) Discrepancy between unit price and extended price, the unit price will govern; (C) Apparent errors in extension of unit prices will be corrected; (D) Apparent errors in extended prices per CLIN will be corrected. 2. Technical: The lowest offeror will move forward to the technical evaluation. If the lowest priced quote is deemed technically unacceptable, the Government will evaluate the technical acceptability of the next lowest offeror and so on until an awardee is identified. The award will be made to the lowest evaluated price whose offer is deemed technically acceptable. TECHNICAL CRITERIA RATINGS RATING DEFINITION Acceptable Quote clearly meets the minimum requirements of the solicitation. Unacceptable Quote does not clearly meet the minimum requirements of the solicitation. The provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items is included in this solicitation, and the offeror must include a completed copy of this provision with their quote or be currently registered in the SAM website with their Representations and Certifications completed. The following provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition: 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. Specifically, the following cited provisions and clauses are applicable to this acquisition: FAR 52.209-6, Protecting the Governments' Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment; FAR 52.209-10, Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations; FAR 52.219-6, Total Small Business Set Aside; FAR 52.219-28, Post Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation; FAR 52.222-3, Convict Labor; FAR 52.222-19, Child Labor - Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies; FAR 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities; FAR 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity; FAR 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities; FAR 52.223-18, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Test Messaging while Driving; FAR 52.225-1, Buy American Act - Supplies; FAR 52.225-13, Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases; FAR 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer - System for Award Management; and FAR 52.247-64, Preference for Privately Owned U.S.-Flag Commercial Vessels. Additional provisions and clauses that apply to this acquisition are: FAR 52.211-6, Brand Name or Equal; FAR 52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated by Reference (https://farsite.hill.af.mil); DFARS 252.203-7000, Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials; DFARS 252.203-7005, Representation Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials; DFARS 252.211-7003, Item Identification and Valuation; DFARS 252.233-7008, Prohibition of Hexavalent Chromium; DFARS 252.225-7001, Buy American and Balance of Payments Program; DFARS 252.232-7003, Electronic Submission of Payments Requests and Receiving Reports; DFARS 252.232-7006, Wide Area WorkFlow Payment Instructions; DFARS 252.232-7010, Levies on Contract Payments; DFARS 252.244-7000, Subcontracts for Commercial Items; DFARS 252.247-7022, Representation of Extent of Transportation by Sea; DFARS 252.247-7023, Transportation of Supplies by Sea ALT III All quotes, questions, and any requests for more information must submitted in writing and be sent to TSgt Andrea C. Lay at andrea.lay.1@us.af.mil or at 671-366-4947.
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- Place of Performance
- Address: Andersen AFB, Guam, Yigo, Guam, 96929, United States
- Zip Code: 96929
- Zip Code: 96929
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