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This combined synopsis and solicitation requests proposals for the supply of laser eye protection goggles and kits for listing on the Authorized Protective Eyewear List. The Army Contracting Command - Aberdeen Proving Ground and Natick Division are seeking sources capable of providing eyewear that meets applicable salient characteristics and MIL-SPEC requirements as outlined in the attachments, including near-infrared and visible laser protection, quality assurance testing, packaging, and warranty terms. Responses are due by 3:00pm Eastern Time on August 15, 2022. The solicitation will result in multiple fixed-price contracts awarded to vendors currently listed on the Authorized Protective Eyewear QPL using best value source selection. The requirement is set aside for small businesses classified under NAICS code 339115 with a size standard of 1,000 employees.

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CLINTitleDescriptionTotal QuantityStep-Ladder Price 1 (qty: 73-255)Step-Ladder Price 2 (qty: 256-510)Step-Ladder Price 3 (qty: 511-1,036)Delivery Address
0001ANear-Infrared (NIR) Laser Protective Spectacle Kit and
corresponding Quality Assurance ReportsSalient characteristics:

Eyewear shall comply with the requirements of MIL-PRF-32432A, unless otherwise noted herein. Protection shall be made available in both spectacle and goggle formats, unless otherwise noted. Spectacle and goggle formats selected for this effort must have a clear/sunglass equivalent already listed on the APEL at the time of award.

All eyewear must be compatible with the Universal Prescription Lens Carrier (UPLC). Produce laser protective eyewear that meets MIL-PRF-32432A requirements (except where otherwise specified herein) and the unclassified laser eye protection requirements provided under separate cover as part of the subject solicitation. All deliverables must comply with the Berry Amendment and Buy American Act. Lens designs that minimize impact on color perception are encouraged, where practical to do so while meeting the minimum laser protection and luminous transmittance requirements for a given lens configuration. Formulations that result in lenses that are as close to color neutral as possible are desired, but not required. The contractor shall ensure that all components contained within a given lot have 90% or more remaining shelf life upon delivery to the Government.

Spectacles Kit, Near-Infrared (NIR) Laser Protective, and associated Quality Assurance Verification: The contractor shall produce, test, and deliver laser protective spectacle eyewear kits that meet MIL-PRF-32432A requirements, and the unclassified laser eye protection requirements provided under separate cover as part of the subject solicitation, unless otherwise noted.

Spectacle configurations shall have a clear/sunglass equivalent listed on the Authorized Protective Eyewear List (APEL) and be compatible with the Universal Prescription Lens Carrier (UPLC) (NSN 6540-01-600-6532) NIR Laser Lens: The lens in the kit shall provide safe levels of Laser Eye Protection for common systems fielded by the U.S. military that present NIR laser hazards to operators within the nominal ocular hazard distance (NOHD). The laser lens shall meet MIL-PRF-32432A requirements, with the following exceptions: Photopic luminous transmittance shall be 50% or greater. Lenses are not required to meet Chromaticity and Neutrality requirements. Lenses shall meet the requirements for optical density and luminous transmittance after exposure to simulated solar radiation (60 hours or more) The NIR kit shall include the NIR laser lens mounted in the spectacle frame with the standard nosepiece. The kit shall also include a UPLC compatible nosepiece/adapter (if different from the standard nosepiece) that is clearly labeled/identified, a Use & Care manual specific to the laser eye protection assembly, cleaning cloth, anti-fog solution, retention strap, and carrying case.

If multiple sizes are available, size/fit instructions shall be provided along with a size tariff. Size distribution for deliverables will be provided to the Contractor by the Government for each delivery order, as applicable.

Lot Acceptance (LAT) tests: Testing in accordance with MIL-PRF-32432A shall be conducted to verify compliance of deliverables for each CLIN ordered with ANSI Z87.1, Weight, Haze, Ballistic Fragmentation protection (minimum of 10 samples required per test), Optical Distortion, Abrasion, Adhesion, Luminous Transmittance, Ultraviolet Absorption, and Flame Resistance (goggle straps only; minimum of 5 samples per test). Additional tests are as follows: Laser lenses shall be tested for optical density in accordance with MIL-PRF-31013. ANSI Z136.7 Testing and Labeling of Laser Protective Equipment may be used for reference.

(NOTE: If no saturation is observed, a spectrophotometer may be used for the purposes of measuring/calculating OD for subsequent lots, with the exception of subsequent FAT tests). The minimum lens thickness and thickness at the optical center for each type of lens tested (average of three samples) shall also be measured and recorded for reference purposes in the test report. 400 EA (min) / 40,000 EA (max) $Price per-deliverable based on step-ladder pricing (1/4 of total delivery; $Price per-deliverable based on step-ladder pricing (1/3 of total delivery) $Price per-deliverable based on step-ladder pricing (1/2 to full delivery) 400 EA (min) / 40,000 EA (max): Peckham Vocational Industries, Inc., 7100 Millet Highway, Lansing, MI 48917, DODAAC: W912H7

0001BRequired Minimum Batch OrderThis is the required minimum batch order that must be delivered and approved, prior to the remaining quantities being delivered.63 EA$Lump-Sum for 63 EA$Lump-Sum for 63 EA$Lump-Sum for 63 EA60 EA: Attn: Gary Grimm, U.S. Army Aberdeen Test Center (ATC), 400 Colleran Road, Building 358, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005 - 3 EA: Attn: Fransisco Aranda, Bldg 110, General Greene Avenue, Natick MA 01760-5019
Step-Ladder Price 1 (qty: 73-105)Step-Ladder Price 2 (qty: 106-209)Step-Ladder Price 3 (qty: 210-420)
0002ANIR Laser Protective Goggle Kit
and corresponding Quality Assurance ReportsSalient characteristics:

Eyewear shall comply with the requirements of MIL-PRF-32432A, unless otherwise noted herein. Protection shall be made available in both spectacle and goggle formats, unless otherwise noted. Goggle formats selected for this effort must have a clear/sunglass equivalent already listed on the APEL at the time of award.

All eyewear must be compatible with the Universal Prescription Lens Carrier (UPLC). Produce laser protective eyewear that meets MIL-PRF-32432A requirements (except where otherwise specified herein) and the unclassified laser eye protection requirements provided under separate cover as part of the subject solicitation. All deliverables must comply with the Berry Amendment and Buy American Act. Lens designs that minimize impact on color perception are encouraged, where practical to do so while meeting the minimum laser protection and luminous transmittance requirements for a given lens configuration. Formulations that result in lenses that are as close to color neutral as possible are desired, but not required. The contractor shall ensure that all components contained within a given lot have 90% or more remaining shelf life upon delivery to the Government.

Goggles Kit, NIR Laser Protective, and associated Quality Assurance Verification: The contractor shall produce, test, and deliver laser protective goggle eyewear kits that meet MIL-PRF-32432A requirements, and the unclassified laser eye protection requirements provided under separate cover as part of the subject solicitation, unless otherwise noted.

Goggle configurations shall have a clear/sunglass equivalent listed on the Authorized Protective Eyewear List (APEL) and be compatible with the Universal Prescription Lens Carrier (UPLC) (NSN 6540-01-600-6532) NIR Laser Lens: The lens in the kit shall provide Laser Eye Protection as described in paragraph 2.b.(1) b. above (i.e., same laser protection requirements as the spectacles).

The NIR kit shall include the NIR laser lens mounted in the goggle frame with protective sleeve. The kit shall also include a UPLC compatible adapter that is clearly labeled/identified, a Use & Care manual specific to the laser eye protection assembly, cleaning cloth, anti-fog solution, goggle retention strap, protective goggle sleeve, and carrying case.

Goggle straps and sleeves shall have a pH between 5.0 and 8.5 when tested in accordance with AATCC TM 81 "pH of the Water-Extract from Wet Processed Textiles" Goggles shall be solid Tan 499 or black in color, and meet the requirements for shade as specified in MIL-PRF-32432A.

Lot Acceptance (LAT) tests: Testing in accordance with MIL-PRF-32432A shall be conducted to verify compliance of deliverables for each CLIN ordered with ANSI Z87.1, Weight, Haze, Ballistic Fragmentation protection (minimum of 10 samples required per test), Optical Distortion, Abrasion, Adhesion, Luminous Transmittance, Ultraviolet Absorption, and Flame Resistance (goggle straps only; minimum of 5 samples per test). Additional tests are as follows: Laser lenses shall be tested for optical density in accordance with MIL-PRF-31013. ANSI Z136.7 Testing and Labeling of Laser Protective Equipment may be used for reference.

(NOTE: If no saturation is observed, a spectrophotometer may be used for the purposes of measuring/calculating OD for subsequent lots, with the exception of subsequent FAT tests). The minimum lens thickness and thickness at the optical center for each type of lens tested (average of three samples) shall also be measured and recorded for reference purposes in the test report.

200 EA (min) / 3,500 EA (max)$Price per-deliverable based on step-ladder pricing (1/4 of total delivery)$Price per-deliverable based on step-ladder pricing (1/3 of total delivery)$Price per-deliverable based on step-ladder pricing (1/2 to full delivery)200 EA (min) / 3,500 EA (max): Peckham Vocational Industries, Inc., 7100 Millet Highway, Lansing, MI 48917, DODAAC: W912H7
0002BRequired Minimum Batch OrderThis is the required minimum batch order that must be delivered and approved, prior to the remaining quantities being delivered.63 EA$Lump-Sum for 63 EA$Lump-Sum for 63 EA$Lump-Sum for 63 EA60 EA: Attn: Gary Grimm, U.S. Army Aberdeen Test Center (ATC), 400 Colleran Road, Building 358, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005 - 3 EA: Attn: Fransisco Aranda, Bldg 110, General Greene Avenue, Natick MA 01760-5019
Step-Ladder Price 1 (qty: 73-255)Step-Ladder Price 2 (qty: 256-510)Step-Ladder Price 3 (qty: 511-1,036)
0003AVisible/Near-Infrared (VIS/NIR) Spectacle

Laser Protective Spectacle assembly and corresponding Quality Assurance Reports Salient characteristics:

The contractor shall produce, test, and deliver laser protective spectacle eyewear kits that meet MIL-PRF-32432A requirements, and the unclassified laser eye protection requirements provided under separate cover as part of the subject solicitation, unless otherwise noted.

1) Spectacle configurations shall have a clear/sunglass equivalent listed on the Authorized Protective Eyewear List (APEL) and be compatible with the Universal Prescription Lens Carrier (UPLC) (NSN 6540-01-600-6532)

2) The Near-Infrared and Visible (NIR/VIS) Laser Protective Spectacle Assembly shall include the NIR/VIS Laser lens mounted in frame and with standard nosepiece installed; eyewear assembly shall be protected in protective cloth pouch that doubles as a cleaning cloth. UPLC compatible nosepiece (if different from the standard) shall also be included, along with a Use & care manual.

3) NIR/VIS Laser Protection: The lens in the assembly shall provide safe levels of Laser Eye Protection for common systems fielded by the U.S. military that present NIR and visible laser hazards to operators within the nominal ocular hazard distance (NOHD) .The laser lens shall meet MIL-PRF-32432A requirements, with the following exceptions: Photopic luminous transmittance shall be 12% or greater. Lenses are not required to meet Chromaticity and Neutrality requirements. Lenses shall meet the requirements for optical density and luminous transmittance after exposure to simulated solar radiation (minimum of 60 hours required; 200 hours desired).

4) If multiple sizes are available, size/fit instructions shall be provided along with a size tariff. Size distribution for deliverables will be provided to the Contractor by the Government for each delivery order, as applicable.

All deliverables must comply with the Berry Amendment and Buy American Act. Lens designs that minimize impact on color perception are encouraged, where practical to do so while meeting the minimum laser protection and luminous transmittance requirements for a given lens configuration. Formulations that result in lenses that are as close to color neutral as possible are desired, but not required. The contractor shall ensure that all components contained within a given lot have 90% or more remaining shelf life upon delivery to the Government.

1) Lot Acceptance (LAT) tests: Testing in accordance with MIL-PRF-32432A shall be conducted to verify compliance of deliverables for each CLIN ordered with ANSI Z87.1, Weight, Haze, Ballistic Fragmentation protection (minimum of 10 samples required per test), Optical Distortion, Abrasion, Adhesion, Luminous Transmittance, Ultraviolet Absorption, and Flame Resistance (goggle straps only; minimum of 5 samples per test). Additional tests are as follows: Laser lenses shall be tested for optical density in accordance with MIL-PRF-31013. ANSI Z136.7 Testing and Labeling of Laser Protective Equipment may be used for reference.

(NOTE: If no saturation is observed, a spectrophotometer may be used for the purposes of measuring/calculating OD for subsequent lots, with the exception of subsequent FAT tests). The minimum lens thickness and thickness at the optical center for each type of lens tested (average of three samples) shall also be measured and recorded for reference purposes in the test report.

2) All notable observations shall be documented for each sample during conduct of the testing for later inclusion in the test report.

3) For all optical tests (ANSI optics, optical density, transmittance, etc.) the lens cavity, lens manufacture date, and lens manufacturer shall be recorded for each test sample and documented as part of the test report.

All test samples shall be individually labeled with a unique identifier that enables test results to be traced to the test sample.

Test reports shall include photo(s) of the product(s) tested, test results and all observations for each sample tested, where and when the samples were produced (for each component), and the materials/coatings/additives with which the test samples were made. For those tests involving numerical readings, test results shall include the numerical value and not simply a pass/fail. Each report shall site/reference the appropriate test standards and procedures used to test the product. Each report shall include a list of the equipment used to conduct the testing and calibration due date for each, if applicable. The Government shall be made aware of all testing well in advance to afford the Government the opportunity to witness the testing.

The Contractor is required to deliver a product that conforms to contractual requirements after acceptance. The warranty period shall be a minimum of one-year from the date of delivery. If the Contractor’s commercial warranty exceeds one year, the Government shall receive the benefit. The Contractor shall deliver to the Government the written terms of the commercial warranty for use in returning nonconforming products identified after acceptance. The Contractor shall ensure that the warranty for all production lots complies with the contract. The conditions for return, correction, or replacement to the Government, as stated in FAR 52.246-17 shall apply if the Contractor supplies a commercial warranty.

Products provided shall comply with FAR Clause FAR 52.246-17 Warranty of Supplies of a Noncomplex Nature, (June 2003).

The contractor shall produce, test, and deliver laser protective spectacle eyewear kits that meet MIL-PRF-32432A requirements, and the unclassified laser eye protection requirements provided under separate cover as part of the subject solicitation, unless otherwise noted.

0 EA (min) / 4,000 EA (max)$Price per-deliverable based on step-ladder pricing (1/4 of total delivery)$Price per-deliverable based on step-ladder pricing (1/3 of total delivery)$Price per-deliverable based on step-ladder pricing (1/2 to full delivery)0 EA (min) / 4,000 EA (max): Peckham Vocational Industries, Inc., 7100 Millet Highway, Lansing, MI 48917, DODAAC: W912H7
0003BRequired Minimum Batch OrderThis is the required minimum batch order that must be delivered and approved, prior to the remaining quantities being delivered.63 EA$Lump-Sum for 63 EA$Lump-Sum for 63 EA$Lump-Sum for 63 EA60 EA: Attn: Gary Grimm, U.S. Army Aberdeen Test Center (ATC), 400 Colleran Road, Building 358, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005 - 3 EA: Attn: Fransisco Aranda, Bldg 110, General Greene Avenue, Natick MA 01760-5019
Step-Ladder Price 1 (qty: 73-105)Step-Ladder Price 2 (qty: 106-209)Step-Ladder Price 3 (qty: 210-420)
0004AVIS/NIR Goggle Assembly.

Laser Protective Goggle assembly and corresponding Quality Assurance Reports Salient characteristics:

The contractor shall produce, test, and deliver laser protective spectacle eyewear kits that meet MIL-PRF-32432A requirements, and the unclassified laser eye protection requirements provided under separate cover as part of the subject solicitation, unless otherwise noted.

1) Goggle configurations shall have a clear/sunglass equivalent listed on the Authorized Protective Eyewear List (APEL) and be compatible with the Universal Prescription Lens Carrier (UPLC) (NSN 6540-01-600-6532)

2) The Near-Infrared and Visible (NIR/VIS) Laser Protective Goggle Assembly shall include the NIR/VIS laser lens mounted in frame; eyewear assembly shall include a goggle strap with a goggle sleeve, and a cleaning cloth or pouch. UPLC compatible goggle adapter shall also be included (if separate component from goggle), along with a Use & care manual.

3) NIR/VIS Laser Protection: The lens in the assembly shall provide safe levels of Laser Eye Protection for common systems fielded by the U.S. military that present NIR and visible laser hazards to operators within the nominal ocular hazard distance (NOHD) .The laser lens shall meet MIL-PRF-32432A requirements, with the following exceptions: Photopic luminous transmittance shall be 12% or greater. Lenses are not required to meet Chromaticity and Neutrality requirements. Lenses shall meet the requirements for optical density and luminous transmittance after exposure to simulated solar radiation (minimum of 60 hours required; 200 hours desired).

4) If multiple sizes are available, size/fit instructions shall be provided along with a size tariff. Size distribution for deliverables will be provided to the Contractor by the Government for each delivery order, as applicable.

All deliverables must comply with the Berry Amendment and Buy American Act. Lens designs that minimize impact on color perception are encouraged, where practical to do so while meeting the minimum laser protection and luminous transmittance requirements for a given lens configuration. Formulations that result in lenses that are as close to color neutral as possible are desired, but not required. The contractor shall ensure that all components contained within a given lot have 90% or more remaining shelf life upon delivery to the Government.

1) Lot Acceptance (LAT) tests: Testing in accordance with MIL-PRF-32432A shall be conducted to verify compliance of deliverables for each CLIN ordered with ANSI Z87.1, Weight, Haze, Ballistic Fragmentation protection (minimum of 10 samples required per test), Optical Distortion, Abrasion, Adhesion, Luminous Transmittance, Ultraviolet Absorption, and Flame Resistance (goggle straps only; minimum of 5 samples per test). Additional tests are as follows: Laser lenses shall be tested for optical density in accordance with MIL-PRF-31013. ANSI Z136.7 Testing and Labeling of Laser Protective Equipment may be used for reference.

(NOTE: If no saturation is observed, a spectrophotometer may be used for the purposes of measuring/calculating OD for subsequent lots, with the exception of subsequent FAT tests). The minimum lens thickness and thickness at the optical center for each type of lens tested (average of three samples) shall also be measured and recorded for reference purposes in the test report.

2) All notable observations shall be documented for each sample during conduct of the testing for later inclusion in the test report.

3) For all optical tests (ANSI optics, optical density, transmittance, etc.) the lens cavity, lens manufacture date, and lens manufacturer shall be recorded for each test sample and documented as part of the test report.

All test samples shall be individually labeled with a unique identifier that enables test results to be traced to the test sample.

Test reports shall include photo(s) of the product(s) tested, test results and all observations for each sample tested, where and when the samples were produced (for each component), and the materials/coatings/additives with which the test samples were made. For those tests involving numerical readings, test results shall include the numerical value and not simply a pass/fail. Each report shall site/reference the appropriate test standards and procedures used to test the product. Each report shall include a list of the equipment used to conduct the testing and calibration due date for each, if applicable. The Government shall be made aware of all testing well in advance to afford the Government the opportunity to witness the testing.

The Contractor is required to deliver a product that conforms to contractual requirements after acceptance. The warranty period shall be a minimum of one-year from the date of delivery. If the Contractor’s commercial warranty exceeds one year, the Government shall receive the benefit. The Contractor shall deliver to the Government the written terms of the commercial warranty for use in returning nonconforming products identified after acceptance. The Contractor shall ensure that the warranty for all production lots complies with the contract. The conditions for return, correction, or replacement to the Government, as stated in FAR 52.246-17 shall apply if the Contractor supplies a commercial warranty.

Products provided shall comply with FAR Clause FAR 52.246-17 Warranty of Supplies of a Noncomplex Nature, (June 2003).

The contractor shall produce, test, and deliver laser protective spectacle eyewear kits that meet MIL-PRF-32432A requirements, and the unclassified laser eye protection requirements provided under separate cover as part of the subject solicitation, unless otherwise noted.

0 EA (min) / 500 EA (max)$Price per-deliverable based on step-ladder pricing (1/4 of total delivery)$Price per-deliverable based on step-ladder pricing (1/3 of total delivery)$Price per-deliverable based on step-ladder pricing (1/2 to full delivery)0 EA (min) / 500 EA (max): Peckham Vocational Industries, Inc., 7100 Millet Highway, Lansing, MI 48917, DODAAC: W912H7
0004BRequired Minimum Batch OrderThis is the required minimum batch order that must be delivered and approved, prior to the remaining quantities being delivered.63 EA$Lump-Sum for 63 EA$Lump-Sum for 63 EA$Lump-Sum for 63 EA60 EA: Attn: Gary Grimm, U.S. Army Aberdeen Test Center (ATC), 400 Colleran Road, Building 358, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005 - 3 EA: Attn: Fransisco Aranda, Bldg 110, General Greene Avenue, Natick MA 01760-5019

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