FA822725Q3076 Combined Synopsis Solicitation - Instron.pdf

Request for Quote

Instron Software/Equipment

Hill Air Force Base, UT

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items 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 and a written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation number FA822725Q3076 is issued as a request for quote (RFQ) and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-04 and its supplements.

The Government anticipates this acquisition to be a Sole Source award to Instron, A Division of Illinois Tool Works, Inc (CAGE 80160). See justification attached to this solicitation.

This announcement is filed under NAICS code 334519 and Product Service Code 6625. This requirement will provide Instron software and equipment for the 582nd Missile Maintenance Squadron at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. The service provided will be supplied in accordance with the specifications in the attached Product Description and Specification document.

Contracting Officer’s Business Size Selection: Sole Source NAICS Code: 334519 NAICS Code Small Business Size Standard: 600 Size Standards in Number of Employees Product Service Code: 6625

The anticipated CLIN structure of the resulting award will reflect:

CLIN Service: QTY

Item Number: 5967B14668 2450-730 Bluehill Universal Testing Software (Update or Upgrade) 2450-730A1 English language option.

2450-730B6 Bluehill Universal for existing Bluehill Universal license (out of warranty) 2450-730C3 For 5900 and 5500A controller series.

2450-730D1 General and Components Application Module 1405-710 Instron Connect Agreement for New Systems or Software Upgrades/Updates Window Dashboard 2490-696 Operator Dashboard for new and existing 3300/3400/5500/5500A/5900/6800 Series System 2490-696B1 21.5-inch Touch Computer 2490-696G1 Instron 5900 Frame Handset (Productivity Panel) Extended Mount 2490-696M2 Operator Dashboard arm mounting for table model systems with extruded column covers and T-slots.

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2490-696P1 US and Canadian Power Cord Set (NEMA) 1450-055 Onsite Software Introduction to Bluehill Fundamentals and Test Method Development.

Item Number: 5982B19057

Upgrade) 2450-730A1 English language option.

2450-730B6 Bluehill Universal for existing Bluehill Universal license (out of warranty) 2450-730C3 For 5900 and 5500A controller series.

2450-730D1 General and Components Application Module 1405-710 Instron Connect Agreement for New Systems or Software Upgrades/Updates Windows 11 Dashboard 2490-696 Operator Dashboard for new and existing 3300 / 3400 / 5500 / 5500A /5900/ 6800 Series Systems 2490-696B1 21.5-inch Touch Computer 2490-696G1 Instron 5900 Frame Handset (Productivity Panel) Extended Mount 2490-696M2 Operator Dashboard arm mounting for table model systems with extruded column covers and T-slots.

2490-696P1 US and Canadian Power Cord Set (NEMA) 1450-055 Onsite Software Introduction to Bluehill Fundamentals and Test Method Development.

Item Number: 68TM5B25573

Upgrade) 2450-730A1 English language option.

2450-730B6 Bluehill Universal for existing Bluehill Universal license (out of warranty) 2450-730C9 For 6800 controller series 2450-730D1 General and Components Application Module 1405-710 Instron Connect Agreement for New Systems or Software Upgrades/Updates Windows 11 Dashboard 2490-696 Operator Dashboard for new and existing 3300 / 3400 / 5500 / 5500A /5900/ 6800 Series Systems 2490-696B1 21.5-inch Touch Computer 2490-696M2 Operator Dashboard arm mounting for table model systems with extruded column covers and T-slots.

2490-696P1 US and Canadian Power Cord Set (NEMA) 1450-055 Onsite Software Introduction to Bluehill Fundamentals and Test Method Development.

1400-003 Travel/Logistics Fee 3 for Tensile Service & Shipping

All CLINs will be established on a firm fixed price basis.

All proposals must indicate if the vendor can achieve delivery within 120 days ARO (after receipt of order). If this delivery is not practicable, vendor must propose an alternate delivery schedule.

Selection of awardee will include comparative analysis in accordance with FAR 13.106-2, Evaluation of Quotations and Offers, giving value to: price; meeting specifications in product description and specification; and performance within the specified timeframe.

Any exceptions to the specifications in the product description must be identified in the quote. By submitting a quote, the contractor agrees to all stipulations in the product description and specification unless specified as an exception in the quote.

**The due date for all proposals is Thursday, 21 August 2025 at 3:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time.** All questions regarding this acquisition must be submitted by Thursday, 07 August 2025 at 3:00 p.m. MST to allow for the Government to assess the inquiry and provide a response.

Quote Submission Information:

Submit quote to Contract Specialist, Rachel Wright, via email to rachel.wright.9@us.af.mil and to Contract Officer, Melissa Huston, at melissa.huston.2@us.af.mil. Please submit questions via the email above. Please provide the Company CAGE Code and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) when submitting a quote and a delivery timeframe.

Attachment:

1. Instron Product Description and Specification

2. Instron_Bluehill Software Sole Source Justification

FOB: Destination

Period of Performance: 120 Days ARO

Pricing Validity Date: 90 Days validity from proposal, if this validity date is not practicable, vendors must propose an alternate realistic date for evaluation/award processing within proposal.

The following list of provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition, clauses and provisions can be found at https://www.acquisition.gov :

Provisions and Clauses by Reference:

FAR 52.202-1 Definitions FAR 52.203-3 Gratuities FAR 52.203-17 Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights and Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights FAR 52.203-19 Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements FAR 52.204-7 System for Award Management FAR 52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel FAR 52.204-10 Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards FAR 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance FAR 52.204-16 Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting FAR 52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance FAR 52.204-19 Incorporation by Reference of Representations and Certifications FAR 52.204-21 Basic Safeguarding of Covered Contractor Information Systems

FAR 52.204-23 Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab and Other Covered Entities (Jul 2018) FAR 52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment FAR 52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment FAR 52.209-6 Protecting the Government’s Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment FAR 52.209-7 Information Regarding Responsibility Matters FAR 52.209-10 Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items FAR 52.216-1 Type of Contract FAR 52.222-3 Convict Labor FAR 52.222-17 Nondisplacement of Qualified Workers FAR 52.222-19 Child Labor – Cooperation With Authorities and Remedies FAR 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facility FAR 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity FAR 52.222-36 Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities FAR 52.222-41 Service Contract Labor Standards FAR 52.222-50 Combat Trafficking in Persons FAR 52.222-55 Minimum Wages Under Executive Order 13658 FAR 52.222-56 Certification Regarding Trafficking in Persons Compliance Plan FAR 52.222-62 Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706 FAR 52.223-5 Pollution Prevention and Right-To-Know Information FAR 52.223-12 Maintenance, Service, Repair or Disposal of Refrigeration Equipment and Air

Conditioners FAR 52.223-20 Aerosols FAR 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases FAR 52.232-18 Availability of Funds FAR 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer--System for Award Management FAR 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors

FAR 52.233-1 Disputes FAR 52.233-3 Protest After Award FAR 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim FAR 52.237-2 Protection of Government Building, Equipment and Vegetation FAR 52.242-15 Stop-Work Order FAR 52.249-4 Termination for Convenience of the Government (Services)(Short Form) DFARS 252.203-7000 Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials DFARS 252.203-7002 Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights DFARS 252.203-7005 Representation Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials DFARS 252.204-7008 Compliance with Safeguarding Covered Defense Information Controls DFARS 252-232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests;

DFARS 252.204-7004 System For Award Management DFARS 252.204-7012 Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident

Reporting DFARS 252.204-7015 Notice of Authorized Disclosure of Information for Litigation Support DFARS 252.223-7008 Prohibition of Hexavalent Chromium DFARS 252.225-7001 Buy American Act & Balance of Payments DFARS 252.225-7002 Qualifying Country Sources as Subcontractors

DFARS 252.225-7048 Export-Controlled Items DFARS 252.232-7010 Levies on Contract Payments DFARS 252.244-7000 Subcontracts for Commercial Items DFARS 252.246-7008 Sources of Electronic Parts DFARS 252.247-7023 Transportation of Supplies by Sea DFARS 252.247-7024 Notification of Transportation of Supplies by Sea

Provisions and Clauses by Full Text:

FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes Or Executive

Orders – Commercial Products and Commercial Services FAR 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference https://www.acquisition.gov/content/regulations FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference https://www.acquisition.gov/content/regulations FAR 52.252-5 Authorized Deviations in Provisions FAR 52.252-6 Authorized Deviations in Clauses

(b) Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement DFARS 252.232-7006 Wide Area Workflow Instructions DAFFARS 5352.223-9000 Elimination of Use of Class I Ozone Depleting Substances DAFFARS 5352.201-9101 Ombudsman DAFFARS 5352.242-9000 Contractor Access to Department of the Air Force Installations