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99 -- MISCELLANEOUS -- SEAL STORAGE EQUIPMENT SOL USZA22-97-R-0068 DUE 091997 POC Maj Martin, (813) 840-5446 WEB: Special Operations Acquisition Center (SOAC), Procurement Opportunities, Solicitations (RFPs, Amendments, IFBs, Draft), RFP# USZA22-97-R-0068., www.soac.hqsocom.mil. E-MAIL: United States Special Operations Command Contracting Officer, marting@soac.hqsocom.mil. 17. 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; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation Number: USZA22-97-R-0068. The solicitation is issued as a request for proposal. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 90-46. Offerors must provide standard commercial literature of their shelves. All capacities are minimums. All dimensions not specified must fit architectural drawings located on the web site of the Special Operations Acquisition Center (SOAC), at "www.soac.hqsocom.mil", under Procurement Opportunities, Solicitations (RFPs, Amendments, IFBs, Draft), RFP# USZA22-97-R-0068. Do not call for drawings. All equipment and systems shall meet California Seismic Codes for 1997. This shall be Equipto V-Grip Shelving or equal. Following is a list of contract line item numbers, quantities and units of measure: ITEM 0001 PLATOON STORAGE EQUIPMENT. Quantity 20. These racks are used to store common equipment. They are common post bulk racks with available accessories for floor anchoring and top plastic cap. The racks shall allow completely independent and unhindered non-progressive relocation of 6 shelves, per system specifications. DIMENSIONS. To be assembled in an "L-shaped" configuration. The specifications are as follows: UPRIGHTS. Shall be a minimum 16 gauge steel punched 1-1/2 inches on centers. Tapered slots in the uprights accept support beams for wire grids. For bracing front and back, uprights shall have "Z" shaped support bars and 2-1/2 inches high back steel plates (minimum of 2). All items shall be welded to uprights for maximum bracing support and structural integrity. WIRE SHELVES. These pieces are open shelving units with 6 shelves. Solid steel wire grid and "V" shaped wire truss. Truss shall have lugs that secure into tapered upright notches for solid point load and upright to truss connection. Shelf minimum capacity shall be 1,500 pounds per level. Shelves and trusses shall hang independently on the upright posts allowing vertical adjustment and completely independent and unhindered non-progressive relocation of shelves and removal from front or rear of the unit, all without tools. ANCHOR. Punched with 2 holes to create a two point bolt connection to upright using 3/16 inch bolts and punched with 2 holes to create a 2-bolt connection to slab flooring using 1/2 inch X 4 inch ICBO certified anchor bolts (40,000 PSI minimum yield strength). FINISH. Uprights, shelves, and anchors shall have powder coat, color as specified. A clear coat polyester powder topcoat utilizing a two coat process over a base powder coat. Shall withstand a salt spray test of 3000 hours with less than 1/8 inch creepage and no blistering (per ASTM B117) and no effects after 3000 hours of exposure at 100% relative humidity (ASTM C17355). COLOR. Dark Slate Blue. ITEM 0002 DRYING CAGE. Quantity 20. Used to securely dry wet equipment. The cages require rods and shelves to hang wet suits and booties. The storage cages are common post bulk racks with available accessories for floor anchoring and top plastic cap. The cages shall allow completely independent and unhindered non-progressive relocation. DIMENSIONS. To be assembled in a "U shaped" configuration. The first side of the "U" shall be an open wardrobe unit with 1 hanging bar and 1 shelf the entire width of the unit. The second side of the "U" shall be comprised of 2 sections with 4 shelves. The third side of the "U" shall be comprised of 2 sections. These pieces shall be open wardrobe units with 1 hanging bar and 1 shelf the entire width of the unit. UPRIGHTS. Shall be a minimum 16 gauge steel punched 1-1/2 inches on centers. Tapered slots in the uprights accept support beams for wire grids. For bracing front and back, uprights shall have "Z" shaped support bars and 2 1/2 inch high back steel plates (minimum of 2). All items shall be welded to uprights for maximum bracing support and structural integrity. WIRE SHELVES. Solid steel wire grid and "V" shaped wire truss. Truss shall have lugs that secure into tapered upright notches for solid point load and upright to truss connection. Shelf minimum capacity shall be 1,500 pounds per level. Shelves and trusses shall hang independently on the upright posts allowing vertical adjustment and completely independent and unhindered non-progressive relocation of shelves and removal from front or rear of the unit. All without tools. ANCHOR. Anchor punched with 2 holes to create a 2 point bolt connection to upright using 3/16 inch bolts and punched with 2 holes to create a 2 bolt connection to slab flooring using 1/2 inch X 4 inch ICBO certified anchor bolts (40,000 PSI minimum yield strength). HANG BAR ASSEMBLY. Hang bar shall support a minimum capacity of 700 pounds. Hang bar end brace shall be 16 gauge steel punched once in each corner to create a four point bolt connection to upright for structural integrity. FINISH. Uprights, shelves, hang bar assembly, and anchors to have powder coat color as specified. A clear coat polyester powder topcoat utilizing a 2 coat process over a base powder coat. Shall withstand a salt spray test of 3000 hours with less than 1/8 inch creepage and no blistering (per ASTM B117) and no effects after 3000 hours of exposure at 100% relative humidity (ASTM C17355). COLOR. Dark Slate Blue. ITEM 0003 PERSONAL STORAGE EQUIPMENT UNITS. Quantity 320. These units are required for personal gear storage for 320 individuals. Lockers shall contain racks for boxes with shelves for gear bags, rods for hanging clothes and a lockable storage locker for uniforms and valuables. These units are common post bulk shelving with available accessories for floor anchoring and top plastic cap. They shall allow completely independent and unhindered non-progressive relocation of shelves. DIMENSIONS. Shall be comprised of 2pieces side by side. One piece is an open shelving unit, with 4 shelves. The second piece is an open wardrobe unit with 1 hanging bar and 1 shelf the entire width of the unit. UPRIGHTS. Solid steel uprights shall be a minimum of 18 gauge steel punched 1 1/2 inches on centers. Tapered slots in the uprights accept corner reinforcements for 2-way shelving. END BRACES. Front and back vertical posts are joined with 5 inch high, 16 gauge metal end plate reinforcements. Plates are punched once in each corner to create a 4 point bolt connection to upright for structural integrity. WIRE SHELVES. Steel wire shelving with "V" shaped wire trusses. Minimum load capacity of 700 pounds per shelf. Secured to uprights with trusses, configured at ends fitting into tapered upright slots punched at 1 1/2 inch increments for shelf adjustments. Shelves shall be 39 inches wide to allow a minimum clearance of 37 inches between posts. HANG BAR ASSEMBLY. Hang bar shall support a minimum capacity of 125 pounds. Hang bar end brace shall be 16 gauge steel punched once in each corner to create a 4 point bolt connection to upright for structural integrity. ANCHOR. Punched with 2 holes to create a 2 point bolt connection to upright using 3/16 inch bolts and punched with 2 holes to create a 2 point bolt connection to slab flooring using 1/2 inch and 4 inch ICBO certified anchor bolts (40,000 PSI minimum yield). FINISH. Uprights, shelves, hang bar assembly, and anchors shall have powder coat color as specified. A clear coat polyester powder topcoat utilizing a 2 coat process over a base powder coat. Shall withstand a salt spray test of 3000 hours with less than 1/8 inch creepage and no blistering (per ASTM B117) and no effects after 3000 hours of exposure at 100% relative humidity (ASTM C17355). COLOR. 98 units will be brand name or equal to Frazee 7116A (Bloodstone), 104 units will be brand name or equal to Sherwin Williams SW1671 (Midas Touch), 118 units will be brand name or equal to Frazee 7006N (Stars Forever). Offerors must provide standard commercial literature of their racks with their proposal demonstrating the proposed product meets all specifications contained in this combined synopsis/solicitation. The provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instruction to Offerors -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition and no addenda applies. A single award shall be made to the technically acceptable, low cost, responsible offer. Only technically acceptable offers from responsible sources will be considered for award. Offers shall include a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, with its offer. The clause at FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The clause at FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition to include FAR 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity, FAR 52.222-35, Affirmative Action for Special Disabled and Vietnam Era Veterans, FAR 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers, FAR 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era. The following FAR clauses are also apply to this acquisition and are included as addendum: FAR 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside, and FAR 52.247-34. The items shall be delivered FOB Destination to the Supply Officer, COMNAVSPECWARGRU One, 3632 Guadacanal Road, Building 165, San Diego, CA 92655-5585 by 15 June 1998. In addition to the foregoing FAR provisions and clauses, the following DFARS provision and clause applies to this acquisition. Offers shall include a completed copy of DFARS 252.225-7000, Buy American Act -- Balance of Payments Program Certificate, with its offer. DFARS 252.225-7001, Buy American Act and Balance of Payments Program, applies to this acquisition. If there is a standard commercial warranty associated with the above listed items, the offeror must provide the Government at least the same warranty terms offered to the general public in customary commercial practices. Proposals must be delivered to USSOCOM, Bldg 102, 2d Floor, 2418 Florida Keys Ave, MacDill AFB, FL 33621-5323, ATTN: Maj Martin, no later than 3:00 P.M. (Eastern Standard Time) on 19 September 1997. Offerors may submit facsimile proposals via (813) 840-5481, in response to this combined synopsis/solicitation. The facsimile proposal must arrive at USSOCOM, ATTN: Maj Martin, no later than 3:00 P.M. (Eastern Standard Time), on 19 September 1997. FAR 52.215-18, Facsimile Proposals, is hereby included in this acquisition. For further information, contact Maj Martin, (813) 840-5446. Email address is: marting@soac.hqsocom.mil (0252)

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