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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a commercial item prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Proposals are being requested; a written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation No. W15QKN-20-Q-0D0Y is issued as a request for quote (RFQ) and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-61. This requirement has been set-aside for small businesses under NAICS code 541380 with a small businesses size standard of $16.5 M.

The U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC-NJ), Picatinny Arsenal, NJ intends to award one (1) firm-fixed-price (FFP) purchase order, on a Total small business set-aside competitive basis, for Magnetic Particle Wet Bench in the Quality Engineering & System Assurance Division (QE&SA), Evaluation Methodology Laboratories (EML) in accordance with the following Statement of Work (SOW) requirements:

1. Background:

1.1. The Combat Capability Development Command Armaments Center (CCDC AC) Quality Engineering & System Assurance (QE&SA), Evaluation Methodology Laboratories (EML) require a wide range of specialized equipment to support Picatinny Arsenal R&D developmental projects, production programs and theatre requirements. Specifically, CCDC AC requires state of the art inspection technologies to ensure highest quality product is given to the Warfighter. Magnetic Particle Inspection is a non-destructive test method by which Armaments Center can inspect armament components for surface and sub-surface discontinuities.

2. Scope:

2.1. To purchase end deliverable magnetic particle wet bench with necessary hardware. System will be delivered to B3150, Picatinny Arsenal NJ.

3. Applicable Documents:

3.1. American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

3.2. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards

3.3. Underwriters Laboratory (UL)

3.4. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standards

4. Requirements:

4.1 Purchase end deliverable magnetic particle wet bench machine.

4.2 The following are minimum technical requirement of the magnetic particle wet bench:

· 6000 amp output, three phase Full Wave Direct Current (FWDC) and Alternating Current (AC) modes

· Integrated demagnetization capability

· External pump for fluid agitation

· Foot switch activator for pneumatic headstock and tailstock

· Adjustable magnetic shot time

· Independently operated current application for coil and contact pads

· Mag shot activating bar with 1-touch control

· 8ft part capacity

4.3 Other Requirement:

· 3 year warranty

· Shipping/Crating

· NRTL Certification (see 4.6)

· Pneumatic Headstock and Tailstock

· 16” Coil

· Digital Ammeter

· Supporting rails for 750lb part capacity

· Full wave direct current and alternating current capability

4.4. Installation: Installation will be completed by Government personnel.

4.5 No contractor presence will be needed to B3150, Picatinny Arsenal during time of delivered system.

4.6 Delivery Requirement:

4.6.1 The equipment shall be delivered to:

U.S. Army CCDC-AC, Attn: TBD Building 3150 Picatinny Arsenal, N.J. 07806

4.6.2 DUE TO THE COVID 19 EMERGENCY BASE CLOSURE AND LIMITED ACCESS FOR RECEIVING SHIPMENTS, Contractor shall not delivery any item without first obtaining written approval from the Contracting Officer. The estimated delivery date may be further delayed in the event the COVID-19 crisis continues to impact the base's shipping and receiving departments.

4.7 Safety. Equipment purchases shall be Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) listed and used as intended in accordance with DA-PAM 385-26. Military equipment released to the field under the auspices of AR 700–142 will be considered as equivalent to NRTL-listed equipment. Conformité Européenne is not accepted by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration or the Army as a NRTL. NRTL-listed equipment must be purchased and used if available, even if a less expensive unlisted product is available. Equipment that cannot be purchased with an existing NRTL Listing must be assessed by the Armaments Center Risk Management Office (RMO) both prior to purchase, and upon installation prior to use to verify that the equipment is in compliance with DA PAM 385-26 Appendix I; NFPA 70, 70E, and applicable incorporated Safety references.

1. PERFORMANCE

0. Period of Performance shall be 60 days from date of award.

0. Place of Performance shall be:

U.S. Army CCDC-AC, Building 3150 Picatinny Arsenal, N.J. 07806

1. GOVERNMENT POINT OF CONTACT (POC):

6.1 Technical POC and Wide Area Workflow Acceptor: TBD

1. SECURITY

2. The highest level of classification is UNCLASSIFIED.

2. Export Control Laws/International Traffic in Arms Regulation: “DFARS Clause 252.225-7048, Export-Controlled Items applies to this effort. All documents determined to contain export controlled technical data will be marked with the following notice: WARNING: - This document contains technical data whose export is restricted by the Arms Export Control Act (Title 22, U.S.C., App. 2401 et seq. Violations of these export laws are subject to severe criminal penalties. Disseminate in accordance with provisions of DoD Directive 5230.25.”

The following Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS) provisions/clauses are applicable and are incorporated by reference: FAR: 52.203-3, 52.203-5, 52.203-7, 52.203-7, 52.203-10, 52.203-12, 52.203-13, 52.204-4, 52.204-7, 52.204-8, 52.204-13, 52.204-18, 52.204-23, 52.204-25, 52.209-9, 52.209-10, 52.210-1, 52.211-5, 52.211-15, 52.212-1 & 52.212-2 (addenda below), 52.212-3, 52.212-4, 52.212-5; 52.215-8, 52.215-10, 52.222-3, 52.222-4, 52.225-2, 52.233-4, 52.246-2, 52.247-34 and 52.217-5,52.217-7. FAR 52.212-5 applies along with the following additional clauses under FAR 52.212-5: 52.219-1, 52.219-6, 52.219-8, 52.219-9, 52.219-28, 52.222-3, 52.222-4, 52.222-19, 52.222-21, 52.222-22, 52.222-23, 52.222-24, 52.222-25, 52.222-26, 52,222-35,52,222-36,52.222-37, 52.222-40, 52.222-50, 52.222-54, 52.223-5, 52.223-6, 52.223-10, 52.223-18, 52.225-13, 52.227-1, 52.227-2, 52.229-3; 52.225-19, 52.232-1, 52.232-33, 52.233-1, 52.233-3, 52.233-4, 52.243-1, 52.249-2, 52.249-8, and DFARS: 252.203-7002, 252.204-7002, 252.209-7004,252.222-7006, 252.216-7000, 252.216-7007, 252.225-7002, 252.225-7004, 252.225-7008, 252.225-7009, 252.225-7013, 252.232-7006 and 252.232-7010. 252.203-7000, 252.203-7005; 252.204-7012, 252.204-7015, 252.211-7003, 252.225-7000, 252.225-7001, 252.225-7012, 252.225-7036, 252.225-7048, 252.225-7036, 252.232-7003; 252.234-7004; 252.244-7000, 252.244-7005; 252.246-7003; 252.249-7002; 252.247-7023 Alt II.

The following local information also applies:

1. Responses must set forth full, accurate and complete information as required by this solicitation (including attachments). Responses shall include the contractor’s Cage Code and DUNS number. Examine the entire solicitation carefully. The penalty for making false statements is prescribed in 18 U.S.C. 1001.

2. Responses must be plainly marked with the Solicitation Number and the date and local time set forth for bid opening or receipt of proposals in the solicitation document.

3. Information regarding the timeliness of response is addressed in the provision of the solicitation entitled either “Late Submission, Modification and Withdrawal of Bid” or “Instructions to Offerors – Competitive Acquisitions”.

4. Procurement Information:

This Procurement is 100% set-aside for small Business.

The applicable NAICS code is: 541380

5. Issuing Office

U.S. Army Contracting Command – New Jersey

ATTN: Yubaraj Rasaily

Office Symbol: ACC-NJ-JA

Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806-5000

Email: yubaraj.rasaily.civ@mail.mil

6. Point of Contact for Information:

Name: Yubaraj Rasaily

Title: Contract Specialist

Email: Yubaraj.rasaily.civ@mail.mil

DISCLOSURE OF UNIT PRICE INFORMATION

This constitutes notification pursuant to Executive Order 12600, Pre-Disclosure Notification Procedures for Confidential Commercial Information (June 23, 1987), of our intention to release unit prices in response to any request under the Freedom of Information Act, 5 USC 552. Unit price is defined as the contract price per unit or item purchased. We consider any objection to be waived unless the contracting officer is notified of your objection to such posting prior to submission of initial proposals.

Packaging and Marking Commercial Packaging shall apply to this procurement (see below).

2D Bar Codes are not required.

The estimated weight of the item in its shipping container is greater than 200 pounds but less than 2500 pounds.

The Security Classification of the material to be shipped is Unclassified.

The item being shipped is not hazardous and not Arms, Ammunition or Explosives.

No Government Furnished Equipment will be provided for this contract.

Items will be shipped to:

US ARMY CCDC-AC

3150 Gately Road Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806-5000

ATTN: TBD

COMMERCIAL PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS

1. Packaging - Preservation, packaging, packing, unitization and marking furnished by the supplier shall provide protection for a minimum of one year, provide for multiple handling, redistribution and shipment by any mode and meet or exceed the following requirements.

1.1 Cleanliness - Items shall be free of dirt and other contaminants which would contribute to the deterioration of the item or which would require cleaning by the customer prior to use. Coatings and preservatives applied to the item for protection are not considered contaminants.

1.2 Preservation - Items susceptible to corrosion or deterioration shall be provided protection such as preservative coatings, volatile corrosion inhibitors, desiccants, and water-proof and/or water-vapor-proof barriers.

1.3 Cushioning - Items requiring protection from physical and mechanical damage (e.g. fragile, sensitive, critical material) or which could cause physical damage to other items, shall be protected by wrapping, cushioning, pack compartmentalization, or other means to mitigate shock and vibration and prevent damage during handling and shipment.

2. Unit package

2.1 Unit Package - A unit package shall be so designed and constructed that it will contain the contents with no damage to the item(s), and with minimal damage to the unit pack during shipment and storage in the shipping container, and will allow subsequent handling. The outermost component of the unit package shall be a container such as a sealed bag, carton or box.

2.2 Unit Package Quantity - Unless otherwise specified, the unit package quantity shall be one each part, set, assembly, kit, etc.

3. Intermediate Package

3.1 Intermediate Packaging - The use of intermediate packaging is required whenever one or more of the following conditions exist:

a. The quantity is over one (1) gross of the same national stock number.

b. Use enhances handling and inventorying.

c. The exterior surface of the unit pack is a barrier bag.

d. The unit pack is less than 64 cubic inches.

e. The weight of the unit pack is less than five (5) pounds and no dimension is over twelve (12) inches.

Intermediate container shall be limited to a maximum of 100 unit packs, a net load of 40 pounds, or a maximum volume of 1.5 cubic feet, whichever occurs first.

4. Packing

4.1 Unit packages and intermediate packages not meeting the requirements for a shipping container shall be packed in shipping containers. All shipping containers shall be the most cost effective and shall be of the minimum cube to contain and protect the items.

4.2 Shipping Containers - The shipping container (including any necessary blocking, bracing, cushioning, or waterproofing) shall comply with the regulations of the carrier used and shall provide safe delivery to the destination at the lowest tariff cost. The shipping container shall be capable of multiple handling, stacking at least ten feet high, and storage under favorable conditions (such as enclosed facilities) for a minimum of one year.

5. Unitization: Shipments of identical items going to the same destination shall be palletized if they have a total cubic displacement of 50 cubic feet or more unless skids or other forklift handling features are included on the containers. Pallet loads must be stable, and to the greatest extent possible, provide a level top for ease of stacking. A palletized load shall be of a size to allow for placement of two loads high and wide in a conveyance. The weight capacity of the pallet must be adequate for the load. The preferred commercial expendable pallet is a 40 x 48 inch, 4-way entry pallet although variations may be permitted as dictated by the characteristics of the items being unitized. The load shall be contained in a manner that will permit safe handling during shipment and storage.

6. Marking

All unit packages, intermediate packs, exterior shipping containers, and, as applicable, unitized loads shall be marked in accordance with MIL-STD-129, Revision R, Date 18 February 2014 including bar coding. The contractor is responsible for application of special markings as discussed in the Military Standard regardless of whether specified in the contract or not. Special markings include, but are not limited to, shelf-life markings, structural markings, and transportation special handling markings. The marking of pilferable and sensitive materiel will not identify the nature of the materiel. NOTE: Passive RFID tagging is required in all contracts that contain DFARS clause 252.211-7006. Contractors must check the solicitation and/or contract for this clause. For details and most recent information, see http://www.acq.osd.mil/log/rfid/index.htm for the current DoD Suppliers’ Passive RFID Information Guide and Supplier Implementation Plan. If the item has Unique Item Identifier (UII) markings then the UII needs to be 2D bar coded and applied on the unit package, intermediate and exterior containers, and the unit load.

7. Hazardous Materials

7.1 A hazardous material is defined as a substance which has been determined by the Department of Transportation to be capable of posing an unreasonable risk to health, safety, and property when transported in commerce and which has been so designated. (This includes all items listed as hazardous in Title 49 CFR and other applicable modal regulations effective at the time of shipment.) Ammunition and explosives (Hazard Class 1) are special cases and must be properly hazard classified and registered with the competent authority of the United States (Department of Transportation).

7.2 Packaging and marking for hazardous material shall comply with the requirements for the mode of transport and the applicable performance packaging contained in the following documents:

a. International Air Transport: International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air

b. International Vessel Transport: International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG)

c. Domestic Transport: Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 49

d. Military Air Transport: Joint Service Regulation AFMAN24-204/TM38-250/NAVSUP PUB 505/MCO P4030.19/DLAM 4145.3.

7.3 If the shipment originates from outside the continental United States, the shipment shall be prepared in accordance with the regulations of the Competent Authority of the nation of origin and in accordance with regulations of all applicable carriers.

7.4 A Product Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) is required to be included with every unit pack and intermediate container and shall be included with the packing list inside a waterproof sealed pouch attached to the outside of the package.

8. Wood Packaging Materials - Heat Treatment and Marking of Wood Packaging Materials: In accordance with the requirements of International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM) 15, the following commercial heat treatment process has been approved by the American Lumber Standards Committee (ALSC) and is required for all Wood Packaging Material (WPM). WPM is defined as wood pallets, skids, load boards, pallet collars, wooden boxes, reels, dunnage, crates, frames, and cleats. Packaging materials exempt from the requirements are materials that have undergone a manufacturing process such as corrugated fiberboard, plywood, particleboard, veneer and oriented strand board. All WPM shall be constructed from Heat Treated (HT to 56 degrees Centigrade for 30 continuous minutes) lumber and certified by an accredited agency recognized by the ALSC in accordance with Wood Packaging Material Policy and Wood Packaging Material Enforcement Regulations (see URL: http://www.alsc.org). All materials must include certification markings in accordance with ALSC standards and be placed in an unobstructed area that will be readily visible to inspectors. Pallet markings shall be applied to the stringer or block on diagonally opposite sides and ends of the pallet and be contrasting and clearly visible. All dunnage used in configuring and/or securing the load shall also comply with ISPM 15 and be marked with an ALSC approved DUNNAGE stamp. Failure to comply with the requirements of this restriction may result in refusal, destruction, or treatment of materials at the point of entry.

9. Quality Assurance -The contractor is responsible for establishing a quality system. Full consideration to examinations, inspections, and tests will be given to ensure the acceptability of the commercial package.

GOVERNMENT PROCUREMENT QA ACTIONS: INSPECTION

Government Procurement Quality Assurance (PQA) actions will be accomplished by the Government Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) at: Destination

GOVERNMENT PROCUREMENT QA ACTIONS: ACCEPTANCE

Acceptance of supplies will be at: Destination

HQ AMC-LEVEL PROTEST PROGRAM

If you have complaints about this procurement, it is preferable that you first attempt to resolve those concerns with the responsible contracting officer. However, you can also protest to Headquarters, AMC. The HQ, AMC-Level Protest Program is intended to encourage interested parties to seek resolution of their concerns within AMC as an Alternative Dispute Resolution forum, rather than filing a protest with the General Accounting Office or other external forum. Contract award or performance is suspended during the protest to the same extent, and within the same time periods, as if filed at the GAO. The AMC protest decision goal is to resolve protests within 20 working days from filing. To be timely, protests must be filed within the periods specified in FAR 33.103.

Send protests (other than protests to the contracting officer) to:

Headquarters U.S. Army Materiel Command Office of Command Counsel-Deputy Command Counsel 4400 Martin Road Rm: A6SE040.001 Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898-5000 Fax: (256) 450-8840 Email: usarmy.redstone.usamc.mbx.protests@mail.mil

The AMC-level protest procedures are found at:

Web Address: http://www.amc.army.mil/amc/commandcounsel.html If Internet access is not available contact the contracting officer or HQ, AMC to obtain the AMC-Level Protest Procedures.

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address (es):

FAR - http://farsite.hill.af.mil/vffara.htm 52.212-1 Addenda - Proposal SUBMISSION This section contains proposal submission instructions as well as specific proposal requirements for the solicitation.

The offeror’s proposal shall be labeled in a consistent manner with this document. All references to the Statement of Work (SOW) shall be clearly labeled with the appropriate SOW paragraph. Offerors are expected to submit a proposal in sufficient detail to allow the Government evaluation without the need for further clarifications. The Government does not assume the duty to search for data to cure problems it finds in proposals. The burden of proving acceptability remains with the offerors.

General: The proposal shall be presented in sufficient detail to allow Government evaluation of the response to the requirements of the request for Proposal (RFP). The Government will not assume offerors possess any capability, understanding, or commitment not specified in the proposal.

All inquiries/questions concerning this procurement, either technical or contractual, must be submitted via email to the Contracting Office, phone call inquiries will NOT be accepted. No direct discussion between the technical representative and a prospective offeror will be conducted.

52.212-2 Addenda:

1.0 Basis for Award

The Government’s selection for award will be made on the basis of the lowest priced quote meeting the acceptability standards for the non-cost factors in accordance with FAR 15.101-2, Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process. The Purchase Order will be awarded to the Offeror who is deemed responsible by the Contracting Officer, in accordance with the General Standards for contractor responsibility at FAR 9.104-1, and whose proposal conforms to all of the solicitation’s requirements (including stated terms, conditions, representations, certifications, and all other information) and is assessed, based on the evaluation factors below, to represent the lowest price technically acceptable.

2.0 Evaluation Factors & Evaluation Approach

All proposals will be evaluated in a fair and consistent manner. All proposals will be subject to evaluation by a team of Government personnel. The Offeror whose proposal is determined to provide the lowest priced proposal that meets the acceptability standards for the non-cost factor (Technical) will be awarded the Purchase Order.

The Government reserves the right to award based on initial proposals. The Government intends to evaluate proposals and award the contract without discussions with the Offeror’s (except clarifications as described in FAR 15.306). Offerors are urged to ensure that their initial proposals are submitted with the most favorable terms in order to reflect their best possible potential. However, the Government reserves the right to conduct discussions and request proposal revisions if it is determined to be in the best interest of the Government.

The Government will evaluate each proposal and the Contracting Officer will assess the results of the following Factors, listed below:

Factor 1 – Technical Factor 2 – Price

Factor 1 – Technical

The proposals will be evaluated based on the Offeror’s proposed plan to meet the Statement of Work (SOW) Offeror must demonstrate they have the capability to provide a fully functional Magnetic Particle Wet Bench and meet the minimum requirement as stated under SOW 4.2 and other requirement as stated under SOW 4.3.

To receive an acceptable rating, the Offeror must demonstrate that they have the technical expertise, equipment, personnel required, and, ability to obtain necessary travel arrangement (if required) and materials in accordance with the period of performance delineated within the entire SOW for all of the above items.

Factor 1 – Technical Approach Factor Ratings:

Factor 2 - Price The price proposal will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness in accordance with FAR 15.404-1(b). Price will not be scored.

The Price Factor will not have an adjectival rating assigned. The total evaluated price is the total price proposed for this purchase order.

Price Inconsistencies: A proposal is presumed to represent an Offeror’s best effort to respond to the solicitation. Any significant inconsistencies, if unexplained, raise a fundamental issue of the Offeror’s understanding of the nature and scope of work required and their financial ability to perform the contract, and may be grounds for rejection of the proposal.

Please complete provision 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications- Commercial Items; OR indicate that your company's representation's and certifications are current and available via Sam.gov. Point of Contact: Yubaraj Rasaily; yubaraj.rasaily.civ@mail.mil. Proposals must be received No Later than August 13 2020, 3 PM EST. Confirmation of receipt of transmission by the Government by the date/time specified for receipt of proposal is the responsibility of the offeror.