Questions for padlock requirement.pdf
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- Engraved Padlocks
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- 70T05025Q6100N007
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This document contains a set of clarifying questions and answers regarding padlock requirements for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The key specifications include laser engraving on Sesamee K436 padlocks (or functionally equivalent alternatives) with specific engraving details: a 2"x2" engraving area, 0.32" thickness, font size 12, and text reading "US Government Property / If found contact TSA / 1-866-883-8533". The vendor must provide a sample for approval before shipping the ordered locks, ensuring the engraving matches the reference photo and meets all specified technical requirements.
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| SOW Sesamee Padlocks_sam.gov version.pdf |
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Questions for padlock requirement
1. Is there a certain requirement regarding how these get engraved? For instance, we would likely do it with a laser engraver, but could alternatively do it by setting individual padlocks into a CNC.
a. Laser engraving is acceptable.
2. What about the depth or sizing of the engraving? Font size/font family, as well as total size as a proportion of the surface area of the padlock
a. Attached is the photo of existing lock. The engraving like the attached photo is acceptable.
3. Do you have a thickness in mind? Most customers choose .020” or .032” for similar parts.
a. 0.32” is acceptable.
4. And adhesive? If so, what is the mounting surface material and texture?
a. As these are laser engraved on the lock, no adhesive will be need.
5. Engraving Specifications: Can you confirm if TSA will provide a preferred file format or engraving layout for the text (“US Government Property / If found contact TSA / 1-866-883-8533”)?
a. Please see the attached photo.
6. Equal Item Allowance:The solicitation references “Sesamee K436 (or equal).” Can you clarify whether a functionally equivalent lock from a different is acceptable, provided it meets or exceeds all technical specs?
a. Our preference is Sesamee K436 padlocks. A different lock with the same dimensions and engraving will be acceptable.
7. What is the required engraving area on the padlock body.
2”x2”
8. What is the specified or acceptable font size for the engraving.
a. 12
The vendor will have a sample for approval prior to shipping the ordered locks.
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