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SAMDAILY.US - ISSUE OF MARCH 15, 2023 SAM #7778
SOLICITATION NOTICE

42 -- 42--Battery operated rescue tools

Notice Date: 3/13/2023 9:47:05 AM
Notice Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
NAICS: 922160 — Fire Protection
Contracting Office: W6QM MICC-FT DRUM FORT DRUM NY 13602-5220 USA
ZIP Code: 13602-5220
Solicitation Number: HILLDESJDB0020
Response Due: 3/22/2023 2:00:00 PM
Archive Date: 09/18/2023
Point of Contact: Name: Marketplace Support, Title: Marketplace Support, Phone: 1.877.933.3243, Email: MarketplaceSupport@unisonglobal.com;
E-Mail Address: marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com
(marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com)
Small Business Set-Aside: SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
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 HILLDESJDB0020 and is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ), unless otherwise indicated herein. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2023-02. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 922160 with a small business size standard of 0.00 employees. This requirement is a Small Business Set-Aside and only qualified sellers may submit bids. The solicitation pricing on https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com will start on the date this solicitation is posted, and, unless otherwise displayed at https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com, will end on: 2023-03-22 17:00:00.0 Eastern Time. This time supersedes the Offers Due Time listed above. FOB Destination shall be Fort AP Hill, VA 22427 The MICC End User requires the following items, Brand Name or Equal, to the following: LI 001: Electro-hydraulic operated rescue ram. This tool must be NFPA 1936, 2020 edition compliant. Must not require connection to an external hydraulic source, generation of the required hydraulic pressure takes place within the body of the device by either a quick exchange lithium/ion battery or an external power supply The tool should not exceed a weight of 29.1 lbs w/o battery. When retracted the tool shall not be longer than 13.39 inches or wider than 7.87 inches w/o battery. The length of the ram when extended shall be no more than 25.2 in (640 mm). The retracted length is to be no less than 13.39 in.(340 mm). Ram must have a two-stage stroke feature. The maximum stroke for piston 1 shall be 6.45 in (164 mm) producing a minimum of 28,550 lbf (127 kN) force. The maximum stroke for piston 2 shall be 5.35 in (136 mm) producing a minimum of 13,500 lbf (60 kN) force. The piston stroke overall shall be 11.81 in (300 mm). The operating pressure of the tool will be 7,250 psi. The electro-hydraulic tool is equipped with light-emitting diodes attached on both ends of the tool to facilitate work under poor lighting conditions. For simplicity, the lights must be powered by the same Lithium-Ion battery that powers the electro-hydraulic tool and not by a secondary battery. Tool must have fresh and salt water capability.The tool must be compatible with three battery options; either a 5Amp/25.2 V or a 9Amp/25.2V battery capable of freshwater submersion up to 11ft. Tool must also be compatible with a 9Amp/25.2V battery capable of saltwater submersion up to 11ft. The tool shall be able to tolerate an ambient temperature range of -4�F (-20�C) up to +131�F (+55�C). The tool must provide a non-interflow shear seal �dead man� actuator, whereby the unit stops functioning when hand pressure is released. -or equal., 2, EA; LI 002: Electro-hydraulic spreader. Must be NFPA 1936, 2020 edition compliant. Electro-hydraulic devices must not require connection to an external hydraulic source. Generation of the required hydraulic pressure takes place within the body of the device by either a quick exchange lithium/ion battery or an external power supply. The electro-hydraulic tool is equipped with light-emitting diodes attached to facilitate work under poor lighting conditions. For simplicity, the lights must be powered by the same Lithium-Ion battery that powers the electro-hydraulic tool and not a secondary battery. The spreader shall produce a maximum spreading force of up to 147,924 lbf. (658 kN). The tool shall produce a maximum spreading distance of 28.7 in (730 mm). The unit shall be compatible with an optional chain and shackle package for pulling operations, this should not require the removal of the tips for attachment. The tool shall produce a pulling distance of 22.4 in. The removable tips shall have 15 contact points machined to a sharp-edged �shark tooth� aggressive design for maximum performance and gripping capability. The tips shall be easily removed by depressing a spring loaded �button� style detent pins to allow for the use of compatible optional peeling tips used for tearing linear holes in sheet metal. The arms of the tool should be made of aluminum alloy and attach via removable links for ease of repair, efficient power transmission and smooth operation. The arms shall include a metal protective and gripping squeezing plate on both the inside and the outside of each arm. The control mechanism shall feature a star-grip control actuator for ease of operation by allowing 360 � operations in any position. The tool must provide a non-interflow shear seal �dead man� actuator, whereby the unit stops functioning when thumb pressure is released. The operating pressure to the tool will be 10,000 psi. The tool will not weigh more than 43.6 lbs (19.8 kg) excluding the power supply. The tool must be compatible with three battery options; either a 5Amp/25.2 V or a 9Amp/25.2V battery capable of freshwater submersion up to 11ft. Tool must also be compatible with a 9Amp/25.2V battery capable of saltwater submersion up to 11ft. The tool dimensions without the battery shall not be any longer than 36.3 in (923 mm), wider than 10.4 in (265 mm) or higher than 9.96 in (253 mm). The tool shall produce a pulling distance of 15 in. - or equal., 1, EA; LI 003: Electro-hydraulic combination tool. Must be NFPA 1936, 2020 edition compliant. Electro-hydraulic devices must not require connection to an external hydraulic source. Generation of the required hydraulic pressure takes place within the body of the device by either a quick exchange lithium/ion battery or an external power supply. The electro-hydraulic tool is equipped with light-emitting diodes attached to facilitate work under poor lighting conditions. For simplicity, the lights must be powered by the same Lithium-Ion battery that powers the electro-hydraulic tool and not a secondary battery. The maximum spreading force shall be up to 337,230 lbf (1500 kN). The tool shall produce a spreading distance up to 14.5 in (368 mm) measured at the blade tips. The tool shall produce a maximum pulling force of 13,714 lbf (61 kN). To maximize the capability of the combination tool the unit should utilize an optional chain and shackle package for pulling operations, also include the necessary pulling attachment. The tips are to be removable, multifunctional tips that can be used for spreading, peeling, squeezing and pulling without the need to be changed. The removable tips shall have �Sharks Tooth� aggressive design for maximum performance and gripping capability. The maximum cutter opening shall be 12.2 in. The tool shall produce a pulling distance of 15 in. The maximum cutter opening shall be 12.2 in. The blades of the tool shall be of a straight serrated edge design for maximum cutting performance. The blades of the tool shall contain shackle holes for pulling applications. The blades of the tool should be attached to the piston rod via removable links, for ease of repair, efficient power transmission and smooth operation. The blades shall be made of heat treated, shock resistant, forged tool steel. The pivot points of the blades shall have rubber booted hand guard for safety purposes. The tool shall have (2) two handles for ease of operation in any position. One shall be located toward the center of the tool to create an even balance. The second handle shall be located below the control mechanism and be an integral part of the protective housing and allow for easy operation of the Star Control with the thumb of the operator. The tool must be compatible with three battery options; either a 5Amp/25.2 V or a 9Amp/25.2V battery capable of freshwater submersion up to 11ft. Tool must also be compatible with a 9Amp/25.2V battery capable of saltwater submersion up to 11ft. The tool shall be able to tolerate an ambient temperature range of -4�F (-20�C) up to +131�F (+55�C). The tool will not weigh more than 40.3 lbs (18.3 kg) excluding the power supply. - or equal., 4, EA; LI 004: Electro-hydraulic cutter. Must be NFPA 1936, 2020 edition compliant. Electro-hydraulic devices must not require connection to an external hydraulic source. Generation of the required hydraulic pressure takes place within the body of the device by either a quick exchange lithium/ion battery or an external power supply. The electro-hydraulic tool is equipped with light-emitting diodes attached to facilitate work under poor lighting conditions. For simplicity, the lights must be powered by the same Lithium-Ion battery that powers the electro-hydraulic tool and not a secondary battery. The maximum cutter opening at the tips will be 8.03 in. The blades shall be made of dropped-forged steel which has a glass-pearl blasted finish and are re-grindable. The blades of the tool should be attached to the piston rod via removable links for ease of repair, efficient power transmission and smooth operation. The pivot points of the blades shall have a rubber booted hand guard for safety purposes. The cutting performance of the tool shall be able to cut up to 1.77 in (45 mm) diameter round stock steel. The tool shall have a dual pilot check valve to prevent accidental movement of the blades in the event of power loss. The control mechanism shall feature a star-grip control actuator for ease of operation by allowing 360 � operations in any position. The mechanism shall be separate and independent from the handle to provide added control in close-quarter operation. The tool shall have two handles. One located at the center of the tool and the other located below the control mechanism. The center crossbar handle allows easy ergonomic manipulation from the center or either side without the need of rotating the handle in to position. The tool dimensions without the battery shall not be any longer than 36.6 (930 mm), wider than 10.4 in (265 mm) or higher than 9.96in (253 mm). The operating pressure to the tool will be 10,000 psi. The tool shall be able to tolerate an ambient temperature range of -4�F (-20�C) up to +131�F (+55�C). The tool must be compatible with three battery options; either a 5Amp/25.2 V or a 9Amp/25.2V battery capable of freshwater submersion up to 11ft. Tool must also be compatible with a 9Amp/25.2V battery capable of saltwater submersion up to 11ft . The tool will not weigh more than 54.7 lbs (24.8 kg) excluding the power supply. - or equal, 1, EA; LI 005: Electro-hydrualic rescue ram. Must be NFPA 1936, 2020 edition compliant. Electro-hydraulic devices must not require connection to an external hydraulic source. Generation of the required hydraulic pressure takes place within the body of the device by either a quick exchange lithium/ion battery or an external power supply. The electro-hydraulic tool is equipped with light-emitting diodes attached to facilitate work under poor lighting conditions. For simplicity, the lights must be powered by the same Lithium-Ion battery that powers the electro-hydraulic tool and not a secondary battery. The ram shall extend to a distance of up to 53.5 in (1359 mm). The retracted length is to be no less than 22.8 in.(579 mm). The ram shall feature a two-stage stroke. The maximum stroke for piston 1 shall be 15.6 in (403 mm) producing a minimum of 28,600 lbf (127 kN) force. The maximum stroke for piston 2 shall be 14.8 in (377 mm) producing a minimum of 13,500 lbf (60 kN) force. The piston stroke overall shall be 30.7 in (780 mm). The tool shall include claw feet made of tool steel on the piston side and on the cylinder side for durable gripping and minimizing slippage. Claw feet shall swivel on both ends. The control mechanism shall feature a star-grip control for ease of operation by allowing 360� operation in any position. The mechanism shall be separate and independent from the handle to provide added control in close-quarter operation. The tool will not weigh more than 41.9 lbs (19 kg) excluding the power supply. The tool will not weigh more than 41.9 lbs (19 kg) excluding the power supply. The operating pressure of the tool will be 7,250 psi. The tool must be compatible with three battery options; either a 5Amp/25.2 V or a 9Amp/25.2V battery capable of freshwater submersion up to 11ft. Tool must also be compatible with a 9Amp/25.2V battery capable of saltwater submersion up to 11ft ., 1, EA; LI 006: 5 Ah battery, 1, EA; LI 007: 9 Ah battery, 14, EA; LI 008: 110-240 volt battery charger, 8, EA; LI 009: Ram claw set, 1, EA; LI 010: Provide on site in service training for department members., 1, EA; Solicitation and Buy Attachments ***Question Submission: Interested Offerers 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 https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com. Questions not received within a reasonable time prior to close of the solicitation may not be considered.*** For this solicitation, MICC End User intends to conduct an online competitive reverse auction to be facilitated by the third-party reverse auction provider, Unison Marketplace. Unison Marketplace 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 End User 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 Offerers that respond to this solicitation MUST submit the pricing portion of their bid using the online exchange located at https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com. There is no cost to register, review procurement data or make a bid on https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com. Offerers that are not currently registered to use https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com should proceed to https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com to complete their free registration. Offerers that require special considerations or assistance may contact Marketplace Support at 1.877.933.3243 or via email at marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com. Offerers may not artificially manipulate the price of a transaction on https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com by any means. It is unacceptable to place bad faith bids, to use decoys in the https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com process or to collude with the intent or effect of hampering the competitive https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com process. Should Offerers require additional clarification, notify the point of contact or Marketplace Support at 1.877.933.3243 or marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com.Use of Unison Marketplace: Buyers and Sellers agree to conduct this transaction through Unison Marketplace in compliance with the Unison Marketplace Terms of Use. Failure to comply with the below terms and conditions may result in offer being determined as non-responsive. This is currently an unfunded requirement with a high expectation that funds will be available. When and if funds become available a contract will be awarded at that time. The offeror must comply with the following commercial item terms and conditions: FAR 52.252-1, Solicitation. Provisions Incorporated by Reference; FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors; 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications; FAR 52.211-6, Brand name or Equal. The following clauses apply to this solicitation: FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions � Commercial Items. The following FAR clauses in paragraph (b) of FAR clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, apply: 52.204-10, Reporting Executive Compensation and First Tier Subcontract Awards; 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside; 52.219-28, Post Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation; 52.222-3, Convict Labor; 52.222-19, Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies; 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities; 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity; 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities; 52.225-13, Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases; 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer--System for Award Management. 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim; The following DFARS clauses apply: DFARS 252.04-7004, Alternate A System for Award Management; 252.211-7003, Item Identification and Valuation; 252.225-7002, Qualifying Country Sources as Subcontractors; 252.232-7010, Levies on Contract Payments; 252.203-7000, Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials; 252.225-7001, Buy American Act and Balance Of Payments Program; 252.225-7036, Buy American Act -- Free Trade Agreements -- Balance of Payments Program; 252.232-7003, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests; 252.247-7023, Primary and ALT III, Transportation of Supplies by Sea. IAW 52.204-7 System for Award Management (SAM) Registration (July 2013), the offeror must be registered in SAM and fully input their Representations and Certifications for a complete record. Information can be found at http://www.sam.gov or by calling 866-606-8220, or 334-206-7828 for international calls. 52.204-13 - System for Award Management Maintenance Shipping is FOB Destination CONUS (CONtinental U.S.). New Equipment ONLY. NO USED OR REMANUFACTURED PRODUCTS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Submitted Quotes will be valid for 45 days after the auction closing. This solicitation is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ), not an invitation for bid (IFB).). IAW FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference, for the extended description here is the website: https://www.acquisition.gov/ The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement can be found. The small business size standard for that NAICS code can be found at https://www.sba.gov/sites/default/files/files/Size_Standards_Table.pdf 5152.233-4000 AMC-LEVEL PROTEST PROGRAM (Feb 2014) (LOCAL CLAUSE) Prior to submitting an agency protest, it is preferable that you first attempt to resolve your concerns with the responsible contracting officer (Phone: (315)772-7272 or Email: usarmy.drum.acc-micc.mbx.micc@mail.mil). However, you may also file a protest to the Headquarters (HQ), Army Materiel Command (AMC). The HQ AMC-Level Protest Program is intended to encourage interested parties to seek resolution of their concerns within AMC as an Alternative 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 35 calendar days from filing. To be timely, protests must be filed within the periods specified in FAR 33.103. If you want to file a protest under the HQ AMC-Level Protest Program, the protest must request resolution under that program and be sent to the address below. 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 email usarmy.redstone.usamc.mbx.protests@mail.mil The AMC-Level Protest procedures are found at: https://www.amc.army.mil/Connect/Legal-Resources/. If internet access is not available, contact the contracting officer or HQ, AMC to obtain the HQ AMC-Level Protest Procedures. ""52.204-9, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel; 52.204-10, Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards; 52.222-41, Service Contract Act; 52.237-2, Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment and Vegetation; 252.201-7000, COR Clause; 252.223-7006, Prohibition On Storage And Disposal Of Toxic And Hazardous Materials; 252.243-7001, Pricing of Contract Modifications; 252.246-7000, Material inspection and receiving report"" Representation by Corporations Regarding an Unpaid Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction under any Federal Law. Wide Area WorkFlow Payment Instructions 252.204-7012 Safeguarding of Unclassified Controlled Technical Information All deliveries shall be palletized when the material exceeds 250 lbs. (excluding the pallet), or exceeds 20 cubic feet, to comply with the requirements of Department of the Army Pamphlet 700-32 and MIL-STD-147E. IAW FAR 52.212-2; Evaluation - Commercial Items, the following factor shall be used to evaluate offers: technical capability of the item offered to meet the Government requirement and price. Technical capability is a pass fail requirement. Evaluation is based on a lowest price technically acceptable. No multiple awards will be made. Quotes received through Unison Marketplace will be evaluated and awarded on an ?all-or-nothing? basis. Wide Area WorkFlow Payment Instructions Please address your questions through the Unison Marketplace buy. If your questions are not being answered in a timely manner, please send your question to the S2P2 Contracting Officer - usarmy.drum.acc-micc.mbx.micc@army.mil or call 315-772-5582. In accordance with DFAR provision 252.225-7000 Buy American Act--Balance of Payments Program Certificate, I certify that each end product, except those listed in paragraphs (c)(2) or (3) of the attached provision, is a domestic end product. ****YOU MUST FILL OUT THE ATTACHED IF OTHER THAN DOMESTIC END PRODUCT IF YOU DO NOT FILL IT OUT AND YOU DELIVER OTHER THAN A DOMESTIC END PRODUCT YOUR DELIVERY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED********** ****READ DFARs Clause 252.225-7001 to ensure your product comes from a QUALIFYING COUNTRY******* ****IF YOU QUOTE A PRODUCT OTHER THAN DOMESTIC FROM A NON-QUALIFYING COUNTRY YOUR QUOTE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED***** Representation and Representation Disclosures The form(s) included in the buy must be returned with your quote. Failure to return the form(s) with your quote will result in your quote not being considered for award. Reporting During Contract Performance Equal Opportunity
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