U.S. ARMY SOLDIER SYSTEMS COMMAND, ACQUISITION DIRECTORATE, ATTN AMSSC-AD, NATICK MA 01760-5011

84 -- SPECIAL OPERATIONS FORCES (SOF) PERSONAL EQUIPMENT ADVANCED REQUIREMENTS (SPEAR) WETWEATHER SUBSYSTEM SOL DAAK60-96-R-9023 DUE 062196 POC Contract Specialist, LAURA L. MACLEAN, (508) 233-5028 (Site Code DAAK60) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items wet weather subsystems (Parkas and Trousers) 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; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. An Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) FFP contract is intended to be used for the procurement of 1,300 subsystems minimum/30,000 subsystems maximum. The duration of contract performance shall be five (5) years. The minimum quantity of subsystems shall consist of the following sizes in Parkas CLIN 0001 and Trousers CLIN 0002: S (65 sets); M (260 sets); L (390 sets); XL (325 sets); and XXL (260 sets). The maximum quantity of subsystems shall consist of the following sizes in Parkas CLIN 0001 and Trousers CLIN 0002: S (1500 sets); M (6000 sets); L (9000 sets); XL (7500 sets); and XXL (6000 sets). The following Tariff applies: S (5 percent); M (20 percent); L (30 percent); XL (25 percent); and XXL (20 percent). The subsystem shall consist of a woodland camouflage (in accordance with Natick Drawing 2-1-1516B and Reflectance Values/Requirements) parka and trouser which are constructed of launderable, durable and waterproof/breathable U.S. made materials. The subsystem shall be available in a minimum of five male sizes (S-XXL), weigh no more than 2-1/2 pounds (all sizes, 2 pounds desired), stow into itself, and be no more than 350 cubic inches in volume (all sizes, 250 cubic inches desired). The subsystem shall possess a low audible signature, be waterproof and possess a minimum moisture vapor transmission rate of 600 grams per square meter per twenty-four hours. All seaming and closures shall be durable and resistant to an extreme environment, adjustable and easily manipulated with gloves or mittens. The subsystem shall provide the wearer consistent protection in extreme environments, and shall not interfere with any aspects of the performance of the Special Forces mission. Subsystems must withstand 30 days continuous Special Operations field wear without significant degradation or failure. The parka shall be low profile, mid-thigh length, allow for ventilation, possess maximum adjustment, and possess a hood. The hood shall be stowed into the collar when not in use, have a drawcord and possess a small visor/bill. The elbows, tail and shoulder areas of the parka shall be reinforced to prevent abrasion. The parka shall have two large chest pockets and a hem drawcord. Both upper outer sleeves shall have one 2-1/2 inches X 3-1/2 inches Velcro (pile) patch for insignias (location to be determined at time of award). The trousers shall be low profile, have full length side zippers, have seat and knee reinforcements, allow for maximum adjustment, possess suspender loops, and allow for rapid footwear donning/doffing. Subsystems shall be preserved, packaged and packed for domestic shipment in accordance with best commercial practice. Delivery to be 45 days after initial delivery order and 45 days after all subsequent delivery orders. Delivery is F.O.B. Destination: U.S. Special Operations Forces Support Activity, Lexington, KY. This solicitation document incorporates FAR provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 90-33 as applicable. FAR Provision at 52.212-1, applies. However, in paragraph (c) delete 30 calendar days and substitute 90 calendar days; and includes addenda, Natick Drawing 2-1-1516B and Reflectance Values/Requirements. FAR Provision at 52.212-4 applies and additional DFARS Clauses listed in 252.212-7001 are attached as an addenda; and 52.212-5 applies and includes the additional FAR Clauses: 52.203-6; 52.203-10; 52.219-8; 52.222-26; 52.222-35; 52.222-36; 52.222-37; and 52.233-3. Subcontracts must include the following FAR Clauses: 52.222-26; 52.222-35; and 52.222-36. DFARS Provision 252.225-7000, applies except paragraph (b). DFARS Clause 252.225-7001, applies. All interested parties may submit one or multiple offers, however, twelve (12) off-the-shelf samples (parkas and trousers) shall be submitted with each proposal in the following male sizes: 3 M, 4 LG, 4 XL and 1 XXL for evaluation. Samples must be off-the-shelf and subdued in color and have the capability of meeting the Government's requirement except for Velcro sleeve patches. Samples will undergo operational test by joint Special Operations soldiers under field conditions while performing normal Special Operations tasks (Jul-Aug 96). FAR Provision at 52.212-2, applies (except paragraph (b)) and the following evaluation factors shall be used to evaluate offers in descending order of importance: (1) Demonstration of technical/functional capability and quality through technical proposals, samples offered to meet the Government's requirement (i.e., waterproof, breathable, low weight, low bulk, low noise, design features, durability/cleaning and repair, sizing/fitting and ease of repair) and user feedback from operational test. Existing product data/literature are acceptable; (2) Price; and (3) Past performance, with particular emphasis on meeting delivery schedules, and including information on recent and relevant contracts for the same or similar items and other references (including contract numbers, points of contact with telephone numbers, etc.). Following the evaluation of all proposals, the government will select the proposal with the best technical characteristics and cost/price consideration (the best value) to fulfill the Government's requirement. Because the award will be based on cost and other factors, award may be made to other than the low offeror. The Government may make multiple awards. Written proposal required (5 copies). Response time is 21 June 1996 by 12:30 P.M. EST for submission of Proposals and Samples to the above Contracting Office. Offerors shall include a completed copy of the Provision at FAR 52.212-3 with its offer and Certification in DFARS 252.225-7000. The applicable SIC Code for this effort is 2385. For the purpose of this requirement, any concern employing 500 or fewer employees is considered a small business. Firms responding shall indicate whether or not they are a small or small disadvantaged business concern. This is a 100 percent small business set-aside. Firms shall indicate whether or not they are a dealer or a manufacturer. See Note 1.(0149)

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