RFQ 2025-R-035 Bidders Questions and Responses.pdf

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Bidders Questions SAA Responses

There are no first aid items in the kit such as band-aids. Would you like some included in the bid? A first aid kit will not be included in this product

There are several Bleeding control kits. Can you please tell me what MUST HAVES are i.e., some have tourniquets and others do not. One is for wounds and the other is classified as lacerations. Bleeding Control Kit must include the following: Combat Application Tourniquet (C-A-T), compressed gauze, pressure bandage, 'Quik Clot'-style bandage, gloves, cloth shears, mini Sharpe-style pen.

3 What constitutes a multipurpose LED flashlight? A flashlight with LED bulb which provided steady light with an option for flashing mode.

4 What constitutes a compact multitool? Swiss army type or more like a tool?

A small 'Swiss Army' or 'Leatherman'-style multitool. Kinife blade cannot be longer that two and one/half inches.

Do you want everything packed in a stuff sack or is this another item for inside the kit? All equipment must fit inside the stuff sack.

6 Do you require a sample? The awardee will be required to provide samples in advance of fulfilling orders for the SAA.

The first item under the “Minimum Requirements” is One (1) 11”x15” “stuff sack” with sling strap; is it imperative that we match those specifications or just that the sack is big enough to hold all items listed?

The sack must be large enough to hold the equipment with a sling strap, with minimum 11" X 15" as a reference.

8 What is the color preference for the “stuff sack”? Color preference is red

9 Is the expectation to have all required items placed (kitted) in the stuff sack? Please see response to question #5

Do we need individual letters from each OEM, OEM authorized distributor, or OEM authorized distribution channel for each item in the Emergency Supply kit? No.

11 What is defined as an OEM authorized distribution channel? OEM authorized distributor requirements are not applicable.

Please provide direction on what exactly needs to be provided to show we are an authorized reseller of the item(s). We would be building the kit ourselves, so we would be the OEM of the kit? Please see response to question #11

How will orders be placed? Can we expect one large order of kits/supplies annually, quarterly, or will we receive several smaller orders over the course of a year?

The SAA estimates ordering up to 850 in the initial purchase period, with the option to purchase up to 250 during option years one thru four.

Would you consider us for award if we require minimum order quantities on individual ESK items to ensure shipping costs are covered? The SAA will evaluate all offers/proposals/submissions.

Is this kit a new requirement? If not, can manufacturer part numbers for the individual components be provided?

This is a revision of an existing requirement. Manufacture part numbers are not applicable as we are not tied to any specific brands.

Under “Minimum Requirements,” item 18 “One (1) bleeding control kit,” what components are required for this kit? (See examples below.)

a. Basic Kit:

i. (1) Fold-out Product Instructions

(2) Pair Nitrile Gloves (Latex Free)

(1) Emergency Scissors

(1) Tourniquet (SWAT-T®, CAT®, SOF®, SAM XT® or RMT®)

(1) Compressed Gauze, 4.5" x 4.1 yd

(1) Trauma Dressing, 6"

(1) Emergency Survival Blanket

(1) Permanent Marker

b. Intermediate Kit:

i. (1) Fold-out Product Instructions

(2) Pair Nitrile Gloves (Latex Free)

(1) Emergency Scissors

(1) Tourniquet (SWAT-T®, CAT®, SOF®, SAM XT® or RMT®)

(1) QuikClot OTC Hemostatic Dressing, 3" x 4'

(1) Compressed Gauze, 4.5" x 4.1 yd

(1) Trauma Dressing, 6"

(1) Emergency Survival Blanket

(1) Permanent Marker

c. Advanced Kit:

i. (1) Fold-out Product Instructions

(2) Pair Nitrile Gloves (Latex Free)

(1) Emergency Scissors

(1) Tourniquet (SWAT-T®, CAT®, SOF®, SAM XT® or RMT®)

(1) QuikClot OTC Hemostatic Dressing, 3" x 4'

(1) Compressed Gauze, 4.5" x 4.1 yd

(1) Trauma Dressing, 6"

(1) HyFin Vent Chest Seal Twin Pack (2 Seals)

(1) Emergency Survival Blanket

(1) Permanent Marker Our requirements closely resemble the 'Intermediate' Kit

Can you please specify tourniquet preference for the “One (1) bleeding control kit,” i.e. CAT, SOF? Please see response to question #2

What delivery timeframe are you looking for in terms of these emergency supply kits? During fourth quarter of FY25 or first quarter FY26

Will the contracting office release the examples of items that are requested for the kit? Salient characteristics? To simplify, multitool can cost in range between 20 and

220 USD. Same for the flashlight The SAA will not release examples. See question #4

Requirement #1 - What color, does it need to be waterproof? Can you please provide example?

In refernece to the stuff sack, please see response to question #8 for color, no requirement for waterproofing.

Requirement #3 - What color? Assorted colors? What length? Might be best to provide MPN from Cyalume https://www.cyalume.com/ In reference to glow sticks, color preference is yellow and size is six inches in length.

Requirement #6 - Can you please provide us with manufacturer, manufacturer part number or salient characteristics or example to base it off? In refrence to multitool, please see response to question #15.

Requirement #8 - Are these batteries for flashlight provided or something else?

Quality flashlights such as Streamlight or Surefire use CR123 batteries. In refrence to the AA batteries, they may be used for flashlight and/or other uses.

Requirement #9 - Can you please provide us with model or manufacturer of bag for example? In reference to the black polybag, please see response to question #15.

Requirement #18 - Can you please provide us with KIT model or contents? We need to know the components in order to kit or procure the specific one? In reference to the bleedinmg control kit, please see responses to questions #2 and 17

Requirement #19 - Can you please provide us with manufacturer, manufacturer part number or salient characteristics or example to base it off? In refrence to the multipurpose LED flashlight, please see response to question #15

Requirement #24 - Can you please provide us with salient characteristics or example to base it off?

In refrence to the USB charging base with four ports, the SAA requires two USB and two USB-C charging ports.

Requirement #1 - Do you have a photo or example, and does the color matter?

Type of Material? Water proof, nylon, cotton, any preferences? In reference to Stuff Sack question, see responses to questions #7, 8, and 21.

30 Requirement #2 - Would a Nitrile (non-latex) glove be okay? Is powder free okay? In reference to the gloves, nitrile and power free gloves are acceptable.

Requirement #5 - Is it okay for this to be longer, for example: 10 ft long vs the 6.67 feet.

In reference to the 80-inch orange paracord, our minimum requirement is 80-inches.

Requirement # 9 - Is this just a standard poly bag or does it need to be Gov't grade? Should it have a draw string or anything else special?

In reference to the poly bag, a standard poly bag, black in color, is acceptable with a “Zip Lock”-style closing

Requirement #10 - How many yards of tape are required? Would a roll of duct tape work?

In reference to the flat duct tape, the SAA requires a minimum of three yards in length and about three inches in width. A roll doll duct tape is not an acceptable option

34 Requirement #13 - Is there a special size you want? Does the color matter?

In reference to the huck towel, the SAA requires the size to be comparable to 24”L X 16”W, color preference is white.

35 Requirement #15 - Would antimicrobial hand wipes work? In reference to hand wipes, antimicrobial hand wipes would be acceptable.

Requirement #18 - These kits can be quite large at times and vary- can you provide a list of items you are expecting to be this kit? In reference bleeding control kits, please see responses to questions #2 and #15.

Requirement #19 - Can you provide an idea of how big for the flashlight, sizes vary a great deal. Is it a small hand held one? In reference flashlight, a small or compact is preferred, being less than six inches long.

38 Requirement #20 - Do you require a certain expiration date on these? Shelf life? In reference ration bar, our preference is for a five-year shelf life.

39 Requirement #26 - Do you required a certain expiration date on these? In reference glucose table expiration dates, there are no requirement for expiration dates.