SOLICITATION NOTICE
42 -- Water Rescue Equipment
- Notice Date
- 8/11/2016
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Contracting Office
- 761st Tank Battalion Ave, Fort Hood, TX 76544
- ZIP Code
- 76544
- Solicitation Number
- W91151-16-T-0254
- Response Due
- 8/18/2016
- Archive Date
- 2/14/2017
- Point of Contact
- Name: Client Services, Title: Client Services, Phone: 1.877.933.3243, Fax: 703.422.7822
- E-Mail Address
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Clientservices@fedbid.com;
- 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 W91151-16-T-0254 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 2005-89. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339113 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 2016-08-18 12:00:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com.FOB Destination shall be Fort Hood, TX 76544 The MICC Fort Hood requires the following items, Meet or Exceed, to the following: LI 001: Water Rescue Helmet Rescue Helmet are lightweight, compact, and well-ventilated with 10 air intakes. Equipped with protective aluminum anti-intrusion grills to deflect debris and water. The helmet?s outer shell is made of high-density ABS plastic designed to withstand significant impact. Four fastening points for the chinstrap (breaking strength of more than 50 daN or 112.4 lbf). Soft polyethylene side retractors. Universal Size # Adjustable 51-62 # Weight # 450g / 1lb # Color- Red # Inner shell HD polystyrene # Headband- polythene # Inner Lining- fully washable # Lamp Carrying System- External nylon 6.6 lamp clips, 24, EA; LI 002: Water Rescue Helmet Headlamp Headlamp features 2 preset brightness levels, white and red strobes for signaling, and a dimmer for customized illumination and power savings; RED modes include proximity and strobe settings, and one-touch activation # Includes 1 quad-power LED spotlight, 2 single-power white LED bulbs and 2 red LED bulbs, IPX7 waterproofing withstands submersions in up to 1m of water for 30 min., 3-level battery power indicator displays power level for 3 seconds after activating the headlamp Bulb Type LED Bulb Detail 3 LEDs Red light mode Yes Beam Type Flood / Spot Max light output (lumens) 320 lumens Light output High: 320; low: 4 lumens Max beam distance (m) 100 meters Beam Distance High: 100; low: 35 meters Brightness Levels 2 + dimmer Strobes 2 Average Run Time High: 75; low: 175 hours Regulated output Yes Rechargeable No Batteries 4 AA Material(s) Nylon/closed-cell foam Dimensions 2.25 x 1.25 x 2 inches Water-resistance rating IPX7 Weight with batteries 8.1 ounces, 24, EA; LI 003: 75? Water Rescue Professional Throw Bag 75? Water Rescue Professional Throw Bag 75' rope is 3/8" in diameter, floats, and has a minimum 2000 lb breaking strength with a nylon core and polypropylene, yellow and orange weave sheath. # The MRD175 is a true 75' from knot end to knot end, making distance measuring much easier. # Long distance throwing characteristics # Easy and fast to re-load # Excellent rope shock loading properties # Accepts APALS mini strobe in bag # Self-draining # Extra-large throat opening for fast and easy re-loading, 24, EA; LI 004: Rescue Wetsuit Rescue Wetsuit A full-coverage wetsuit designed specifically for rescue crews. The Wetsuit provides our highest level of insulation, while retaining mobility. 3-mm neoprene with Titanium. 3-mm Power Span# neoprene panels in the shoulders, back and arms. Full length double-pull YKK front zipper along with wrist and ankle zippers. 5-mm neoprene seat. Textured raw neoprene friction zones on the sides help lock a PFD in place. Reflective lettering and bright yellow panels, 24, EA; LI 005: Rescue Dry suit Rescue Dry suit Duration breathable water rescue dry suit designed for swift water, flood, and ice rescue missions offering critical protection in unpredictable environments. Features # True self entry featuring Captive Zip Design) # Adjustable full circumference neoprene neck seal # Saltwater resistant waterproof breathable material # Fully donned or stand-by mode # Ant flush # wader belt # located under jacket # Relief/comfort zipper # Superior fit and comfort assisted by pre-shaped legs and torso # Attached over jacket with dry zip protection # Reinforced 420 denier nylon padded elbows, knees/shins, and seat # Neoprene wrist seals with gauntlet overlays and hook and loop cinches # Lower leg boot gauntlets with hook & loop cinches # Attached soft dry socks # Zippered chest pocket # #Loop# shoulder panels for adhering patches # High visible reflective patches, piping, and logos Material # Breathable/waterproof 3-layer material comprising: # Durable 200 denier nylon, durable & water repellent # Core # Breathable, non-porous, salt water resistant, polyurethane # Inner layer # protective 18 denier nylon # Neoprene wrist seals # Adjustable circumference neoprene neck seal # 420 denier nylon reinforced elbows, knees/shins, and seat # Color: Red top/black bottom # Sizes: S, M, MK, L, LK, XL, XLK, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 24, EA; LI 006: Rescue Swimmer Personal Flotation Device Rescue Swimmer Personal Flotation Device # Easy to swim and perform in water when bladder is inflated # CO2 cylinder storage pocket # Hybrid flotation ? foam and inflatable flotation # 9 lbs of inherent foam buoyancy, 26 lbs total buoyancy when manually inflated with CO2 # Left side buckle closure with adjustability on sides and at shoulders # Manual CO2 Inflation handle # Constructed with a combination of 500D nylon and 1.5mm neoprene # Oral inflation/deflation valve easily accessible for adjusting buoyancy, and hidden away when not in use # MOLLE system on the front and back for personal configuration of equipment # Compatible with standard MOLLE attachments # MOLLE webbing designed for knife storage Sizing UNIVERSAL 30" - 52" 76cm - 132cm 80LBS OR OVER 36KG OR OVER, 24, EA; LI 007: Rescue Swimmer Gloves Rescue Swimmer Gloves # Sonic -10 Outer Palm # Slash weave Palm Base certified to Cut Level 5 in palm # Molded Knuckle Guard Protection # Flexible TPR Impact Shields # Skid- X grip on palms # C3-TEK curved fingers # Polycarbonate knuckle armament # Impact protection shields # Adjustable Velcro cuff # High-Vis strips on fingers and back of hand, 24, EA; LI 008: Mesh Duffel Bag Mesh Duffel Bag # Sturdy 600-denier urethane coated polyester forms the bottom and ends of the bag. High-strength mesh allows wet gear to dry, reducing mildew and other moisture-related problems. A zippered side pocket. Closure system Zipper # Size Large # Detachable shoulder strap # Reinforced carry handle # Weight 1.6 lbs, 24, EA; LI 009: Rescue Swimmer Shoe Rescue Swimmer Shoe with Stealth C4 rubber outsole. Fast-drying neoprene/mesh uppers with built-in drainage system and barrel lacing closure provide a snug and comfortable fit. # Stealth C4# rubber outsole # Fast-drying neoprene and mesh upper # Drainage system # Rubber toe cap # Barrel lace closure system # Compression molded EVA midsole # Weight per shoe - (men?s size 9) 12.38oz/351g # Sizing - US: 7-13,14,15 NOTE: Total price of all Item No.?s shall include shipping to Fort Hood, Texas, 24, 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, MICC Fort Hood 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. MICC Fort Hood 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. In responding to this request for quote, you must provide the manufacturer's name and part numbers AND salient characteristics of the items you are proposing to sell to the Government. Regardless of the terminology used in each RFQ ("Brand Name or Equal", or "meet minimum stated specifications), the information describing what you are offering must be physically written into the seller's bid specification block. Salient characteristics are defined as "pronounced features of an item that identify it describe its size and composition, functional intent, and/or operational capabilities or limits." When researching product capabilities, you must, as a minimum, respond with feature for feature comparisons in order for your product to be technically evaluated for sufficiency. Responses such as "bidding exact match", "as specified", or cutting and pasting the Government's specification information into the seller's bid specification block are not acceptable responses. Offerors who respond in any of the three examples directly above will be eliminated from the competition without consideration of their offer. If you are bidding the same product as is being requested, your seller bid specification should indicate: "Bidding on Manufacturer (Insert Name) and Part Number (Insert Number). If you are bidding on an "or equal" product, your seller bid specification must state: Bidding on Manufacturer (Insert Name) and Part Number (Insert Number), containing the following salient characteristics (insert salient characteristics). If your response does not contain all of the required information called out in this notice, your quote will be determined nonresponsive and will not be considered for award. The apparent awardee shall acknowledge acceptance of any and all re-postings (amendments), in writing, prior to any award resulting from this solicitation. The applicable NAICS code for this procurement is _________ with the related size standard of __________. The NAICS code identified herein must appear in FAR 52.212-3 "Offeror Representations and Certifications" in SAM and the vendor must be actively registered in that NAICS prior to receipt of quote in order to receive an award. Offeror are reminded that failure to comply ?shall render their quote as non-responsive.? Fedbid is a mechanism used by this office to solicit for common use commercial items in accordance with FAR 13.5. Fedbid is NOT a forum for filing protests against the Government. Attempts to file protests through Fedbid will not be considered legitimate as they do not conform to the requirements in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). It is preferable that disputes and protests be resolved as quickly as possible at the lowest level possible before considering the more formal process described below. The HQ, AMC-Level Protest Program is intended to encourage interested parties to seek resolution of their concerns within AMC, as an Alternate Dispute Resolution forum, rather than filing a protest with the Government Accountability Office (GAO) or other external forum. Contract award or performance is suspended during the protest to the same extent, and within the same time periods, as if filed at the GAO. The AMC protest decision goal is to resolve protests within 20 working days from filing. To be timely, protests must be filed within the periods specified in FAR 33.10. If you want to file a protest under the AMC-Level Protest Program, the protest must request resolution under that program and be sent to the address below. All other agency-level protests should be sent to the contracting officer for resolution. The address for filing a protest directly with AMC is: Headquarters U.S. Army Materiel Command Office of Command Counsel-Deputy Command Counsel 4400 Martin Road Rm: A6SE040.001 Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898-5000 Fax: (256) 450-8840 or e-mail: usarmy.redstone.usamc.mbx.protests@mail.mil. Packages sent Federal Express or UPS should be addressed to: HQ Army Material Command Office of Command Counsel 9301 Chapek Rd, Rm 2-1SE3401 Ft Belvoir, VA 22060-5527. The AMC-Level Protest procedures are found at: http://www.amc.army.mil/pa/COMMANDCOUNSEL.asp. If internet access is not available, contact the HQ, AMC to obtain the AMC-Level Protest procedures. 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 52.212-2, Evaluation- Commercial Items; 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/. The Contractor shall NOT make partial line item shipments against any resulting purchase order/contract issued as a result of this solicitation; e.g., if a line item on the contract reads - Computer, 10 each, the contractor shall NOT ship 3 computers on one shipment and 7 computers on a second shipment. Failure to adhere to this requirement will result in invoices being rejected in WAWF and/or a delay in payment for non-conforming shipped quantities. Company must be registered on System for Award Management (SAM) prior to receipt of quote in order to receive an award. Offeror are reminded that failure to comply ?shall render their quote as non-responsive.? If company is not registered in SAM, they may do so by going to SAM web site at www.sam.gov. Proposed responders must submit any questions concerning this solicitation before (date), (time), to reasonably expect a response from the Government. Those questions not received within the prescribed date will not be considered. New equipment ONLY, NO remanufactured products FOB Destination CONUS (CONtinental U.S.) Bid MUST be good for 90 days, after submission. No partial bids will be accepted.
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- Place of Performance
- Address: Fort Hood, TX 76544
- Zip Code: 76544-9998
- Zip Code: 76544-9998
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