Markey Survey Announcement - Printer Consumables for the Strategic Sourcing for the Acquisition of Various Supplies and Equipment (SAVES) Program
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is conducting a market survey for toner and printer consumables through its Strategic Sourcing for the Acquisition of Various Supplies and Supplies (SAVES) program. The solicitation seeks potential vendors capable of providing comprehensive printer consumables for the agency, with a focus on identifying industry best practices and gathering planning information. The procurement will be Brand Name or Equal and involves a one-year base period with four potential one-year option periods, targeting an award in February 2026. Interested vendors must submit detailed responses by May 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, including capability descriptions, company information, business size status, and verification of active SAM registration. Evaluation criteria will center on vendors' ability to meet the technical requirements outlined in the draft Statement of Work, with particular emphasis on delivery capabilities, product range, and customer service.
The market survey currently has no specific set-aside designation, with the acquisition strategy to be determined based on market survey responses. The anticipated NAICS code is 325992 for Photographic Film, Paper, Plate, and Chemical Manufacturing, with a size standard of 1,500 employees. While specific award values are not disclosed, the contract will cover printer consumables across the 48 continental United States and potentially include overseas (OCONUS) delivery options. The procurement requires vendors to maintain a 98% on-time delivery rate, provide a web portal for order tracking, and offer original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products with potential non-OEM substitutions. The FAA will expect comprehensive reporting, including semimonthly invoicing and monthly activity reports, with an emphasis on customer service and a robust recycling process for used consumables.
AAQ580-Print Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Southwestern Region
4/24/25, 4:04 PM DLA Distribution San Joaquin, California (DDJC) Printing Toner
The Defense Logistics Agency Distribution (DLA) is seeking quotations for 80 units of Lexmark 58D0U0G black toner cartridges through solicitation SP3300-25-Q0171. These toner cartridges are expected to yield up to 55,000 pages and are compatible with specific Lexmark printer models. The solicitation is structured as a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products prepared in accordance with FAR parts 12 and 13. Quotes will be evaluated based on technical capability, past performance, and lowest overall price. Interested offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM), provide documentation demonstrating distributor authorization, and comply with Trade Agreements Act (TAA) requirements. The deadline for submitting quotes is Tuesday, April 29th, 2025, at 1:00 PM EDT, with a firm-fixed-price contract to be awarded to a single responsible offeror.
The solicitation is designated as a 100% small business set-aside, targeting businesses within the NAICS category 325992 for Photographic Film, Paper, Plate, Chemical, and Copy Toner Manufacturing. The place of performance is DLA Distribution San Joaquin in Tracy, California, with delivery terms specified as freight on board (FOB) destination. Early delivery is acceptable and encouraged at no additional cost to the government. The procurement covers PSC category 7510 for Office Supplies, specifically focusing on printing toner cartridges. While the exact award value is not explicitly stated, the solicitation involves 80 units of toner cartridges to be procured and delivered to the specified location. Offerors must also meet specific pallet shipping specifications and provide comprehensive documentation to be considered for the contract.
SP330025Q0171 Defense Logistics Agency Distribution
4/25/25, 7:35 AM Cyanate Ester Resin, 5 gal
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center is seeking to procure 5 gallons of Cyanate Ester Resin through a Request for Quotation (RFQ). This is a brand name or equal to requirement, with quotes due by May 6, 2024 at 12 p.m. CT. The procurement will be awarded to the responsible offeror submitting the lowest price technically acceptable offer. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered for award, and the NAICS code for this requirement is 325998. The solicitation also includes provisions related to telecommunications and video surveillance equipment and services.
This procurement is a full and open competition, with no set-aside designation. The place of performance is FOB Destination. The contract will be awarded for the delivery of 5 gallons of Cyanate Ester Resin, with no incumbent or current contractor information provided. The government has not disclosed any award value or budget range for this requirement.
80NSSC24 National Aeronautics and Space Administration Shared Services Center
4/29/24, 12:30 PM Sources Sought for Insensitive Munition Explosive - 104 (IMX-104) Production Capability
The Army Contracting Command-Rock Island (ACC-RI) is seeking sources interested in designing, constructing, and commissioning a Government Owned, Contractor Operated (GOCO) facility for manufacturing Insensitive Munition Explosive - 104 (IMX-104). The targeted production capacity is 10-13 million pounds annually, with a preference for locating the facility at the Holston Army Ammunition Plant (HSAAP) in Kingsport, TN or another Continental United States (CONUS) location. Interested contractors must submit responses electronically by 5:00 PM CT on May 14, 2025, with submissions limited to 100 pages and including detailed capabilities, technical expertise, company information, and potential manufacturing approaches. An Industry Day is scheduled for the week of April 21, 2025, at HSAAP, offering vendors an opportunity to tour the potential site, participate in one-on-one meetings, and attend a Q&A session, with attendance limited to 4 representatives per respondent. The government intends to award a non-competitive, sole source undefinitized contract action (UCA) under temporary acquisition authorizations related to Ukraine, Taiwan, and Israel.
There are no specific set-aside designations for this opportunity, and no incumbent contractors are mentioned in the documents. The government has not disclosed a specific award value or budget range for the project. The solicitation falls under the NAICS category 325920 for Explosives Manufacturing, indicating the specialized nature of the manufacturing capability being sought. The proposed facility would be responsible for producing a critical munitions component, with potential implications for national defense preparedness. The Industry Day registration is mandatory, with a deadline of April 11, 2025, and vendors must provide comprehensive company and representative information. The project timeline suggests initial facility design and construction could span multiple years, with the first Industry Day scheduled for April 29-30, 2025, and the sources sought response deadline set for May 14, 2025.
W519TC-25-R-0041 Department of the Army Materiel Command Contracting Command Rock Island Arsenal
3/17/25, 12:09 PM CCU-184/A Fire Extinguisher Cartridge
The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is seeking to procure CCU-184/A Fire Extinguisher Cartridges, specifically identified by the drawing number 3315AS539 and National Stock Number 1377-01-691-4822. This solicitation falls under the Explosives Manufacturing NAICS category (325920) and specifically targets cartridge and propellant actuated devices and components. The solicitation was posted on April 16, 2025, with responses due by May 30, 2025, indicating a procurement timeline of approximately six weeks. While the specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the notice, the procurement appears to be focused on precise technical specifications for fire extinguisher cartridges used in military applications. The solicitation is not designated with any specific set-aside, suggesting it is open to broad competitive bidding.
The procurement does not indicate a specific contract value or quantity of fire extinguisher cartridges to be acquired. Since this is a Department of the Navy solicitation, the place of performance is likely to be associated with naval facilities or supply chain logistics networks. The PSC Category of 1377 for Cartridge and Propellant Actuated Devices indicates a specialized procurement within defense logistics. The lack of set-aside designation suggests that both small and large manufacturers in the explosives manufacturing sector may compete for this contract. No incumbent contractor information is provided in the solicitation notice, which leaves the competitive landscape open and undefined for potential bidders in this specific naval supply contract.
N0010425RK048 Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command
4/16/25, 8:18 PM