Open Market - Tactical Gear Solicitation 19NZ9525Q0002.pdf

SBU - CONTRACTING AND ACQUISITIONS

I. SCOPE OF SERVICES

The contractor shall deliver open-market tactical gear items, including Rifle Plates, a Ballistic Shield with Lighting System, and Freight Services, to the U.S. Embassy in Apia, Samoa.

This RFQ addresses only the open-market items that complement tactical gear components being procured through a concurrent GSA eBuy solicitation 19NZ9525Q0002. (RFQ Number 1730135)

Important Notes:

1. Vendors participating in the GSA eBuy solicitation do not need to submit quotations for this RFQ.

2. The U.S. Government intends to avoid multiple awards for the same procurement. If all requirements (including open-market and GSA Schedule items) are fulfilled through the GSA eBuy solicitation, this RFQ will not result in an award.

This is a firm-fixed-price type of contract. The quoted price shall include all labor, materials, overhead, profit, and transportation necessary to deliver the required items to the designated delivery location. All pricing must be stated in U.S. Dollars (USD).

II. PRICING

Line Item

Description Unit Unit Price

(USD)

Est.

Quantity

Total Price

(USD)

01 Rifle-Rated Hard Armor Plates EA

02 Ballistic Shield with Lighting System

EA

03 Freight Charges (Delivery to Samoa)

LOT

Grand Total (USD):

Pricing Notes:

1. The contractor shall submit firm-fixed pricing inclusive of all associated costs, such as labor, materials, packing, handling, and transportation.

2. All prices must be provided in U.S. Dollars (USD).

ATTACHMENT 1: DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

1. Introduction

This RFQ is for specific open-market tactical gear items that are critical components of an integrated tactical gear system. These open-market items complement tactical gear components being procured through a concurrent GSA eBuy solicitation 19NZ9525Q0002. (RFQ Number 1730135)

Offerors must ensure all items are fully compatible with other components being procured under the GSA eBuy solicitation. The U.S. Government intends to avoid making multiple awards for the same procurement and reserves the right to prioritize consolidated solutions for logistical and operational efficiency.

2. Specifications and Requirements

2.1 Rifle-Rated Hard Armor Plates

• Part Number: Aardvark P7-RP-3++-SA-LW-LG or Equivalent

• Quantity: 60 Units

• Salient Characteristics:

o Ballistic Protection: NIJ Level III++ compliant.

o Material: Ceramic/polyethylene composite with Cordura® nylon covering.

o Dimensions:

Medium: 9.5” x 12.5” Large: 10.25” x 13.25” X-Large: 11” x 14” o Weight: ~4.3 to ~5.6 lbs per plate.

o Design: Multi-curve for ergonomic fit.

o Performance: Multi-hit capability for up to six ballistic impacts.

o Compatibility: Plates must integrate seamlessly with the Project 7 SPR2 Tactical Body

Armor System procured through the GSA eBuy solicitation.

2.2 Ballistic Shield with Lighting System

• Part Number: Aardvark P72-SHLD-18X30-3+-LW-HWL-B or Equivalent

• Quantity: 1 Unit

• Salient Characteristics:

o Ballistic Protection: NIJ Type III+ certified.

o Dimensions: 18” x 30”.

o Weight: ≤20 lbs.

o Handle: Horizontal with forearm strap for enhanced maneuverability.

o Lighting: Integrated high-intensity LED system with ≥2-hour battery runtime.

2.3 Freight Charges

• Quantity: 1 Lot

• Salient Characteristics:

o Delivery Method: Door-to-door shipping, including packing and handling.

o Delivery Location:

U.S. Embassy Samoa 5th Floor, ACC Building Matafele, Apia, Samoa

3. Delivery Requirements

• Timeline: All items must be delivered within 90 to 210 days after receipt of order (ARO). Vendors offering shorter delivery timelines may receive favorable evaluation consideration.

• Export Documentation: The contractor is responsible for obtaining and submitting any export licenses required under ITAR or related regulations.

EVALUATION FACTORS

1. Price:

o Total evaluated price includes unit prices multiplied by quantities, including freight costs.

o Unreasonably high or low prices may be grounds for rejection.

2. Technical Acceptability:

o Products must meet or exceed all specifications listed in Section 2.

o Offerors must submit product literature, technical specifications, and certifications to confirm compliance.

3. Responsibility Determination:

o The contractor must demonstrate compliance with FAR 9.104 criteria, including adequate financial resources, technical ability, and satisfactory record of integrity and business ethics.

4. Preference for Consolidated Award:

o Consolidation of all open-market and GSA eBuy items with a single vendor will be deemed advantageous for warranty, compatibility, and logistics.

INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

1. Submission Deadline: Quotations must be submitted electronically to wellington.gsoprocurement@state.gov by NZT 5PM on December 16, 2024. Late submissions will not be accepted.

2. Quotation Content Requirements:

o Pricing Proposal: Detailed pricing for all line items, including freight costs.

o Technical Proposal: Documentation demonstrating compliance with specifications.

mailto:wellington.gsoprocurement@state.gov o Certifications:

TAA compliance certification.

ITAR compliance documentation, if applicable.

o Warranty Details: Provide terms, coverage, and response times.

o References: At least two references for similar contracts completed in the last three years.