QSDLAC-D6-14-1917-SQ.doc

QSDLAC-D6-14-1917-SQ

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION

(THIS IS NOT AN ORDER)

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UNDER BDSA REG. 2 (

RATING

GSA, FAS, Southwest Operations Supply Center, Acquisition Division (QSDLAC-D6)

819 Taylor Street, Room 6A00

Fort Worth, TX 76102-6105 30 Days ARO or better

NAME

Laura Garcia, Contracting Officer laura.garcia@gsa.gov

TELEPHONE NUMBER

817-850-8259

OTHER

FOB DESTINATION

(See Schedule)

AREA CODE

NUMBER

9. DESTINATION

To be shown on each order issued.

(See Schedule)

c. STREET ADDRESS

c. CITY

10. PLEASE FURNISH QUOTATIONS TO THE

ISSUING OFFICE IN BLOCK 5A ON OR

BEFORE CLOSE OF BUSINESS (Date) 12/24/13 (2:00 PM Central Time) IMPORTANT: This is a request for information, and quotations furnished are not offers. If you are unable to quote, please so indicate on this form and return it to the address in Block 5A. This request does not commit the Government to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of the submission of this quotation or to contract for supplies or service. Supplies are of domestic origin unless otherwise indicated by quoter. Any representations and/or certifications attached to this Request for Quotations must be completed by the quoter.

11. SCHEDULE (Include applicable Federal, State, and local taxes)

ITEM NO.

(a)

SUPPLIES/SERVICES

(b)

QUANTITY

( c)

UNIT

(d)

UNIT PRICE

(e) Q

A. This is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a Standing Quote Agreement (SQA) for a one-year period. Federal Acquisition Service, Southwest Supply Operations Center (SSOC) may issue orders against this SQA for items listed herein. This is not a contract. A binding agreement only arises if the SSOC issues an order and the order is accepted by the SQA-holder. Estimates contained herein are provided for informational purposes only. There is no guarantee that any orders or any specific amount of orders will be issued. The total dollar value of any orders issued will not exceed $150,000 over the life of this agreement. This SQA may be cancelled at any time by either party. This is only a request for pricing. Any delivery orders issued will be pursuant to the evaluation of the quotations received. DO NOT SHIP.

B This procurement is NOT set aside for small business.

12. DISCOUNT FOR PROMPT PAYMENT (

NOTE: Additional provisions and representations are not attached. are

c. COUNTY

PHONE

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

STANDARD FORM 18 (Re. 6-95)

Previous edition not usable

Prescribed by GSA- FAR (48CFR) 53.215-1(a) Block 11 continued C. The Government will be awarding a Standing Quote Agreement to the responsible Offeror whose offer, conforming to the solicitation, represents the best value to the Government utilizing the lowest price, technically acceptable offer. To be technically acceptable the item must meet or exceed the Item Purchase Description.

1. TECHNICAL ACCEPTABILITY. Technical acceptability is based on meeting the Government’s Item Purchase Description for each item offered in response to this RFQ and compliance with the required delivery schedule.

The Government will not make assumptions concerning the offeror’s intent. Clear identification is the sole responsibility of the offeror. In order to determine technical acceptability the following must be provided:

DESCRIPTIVE LITERATURE/DRAWINGS/SPECIFICATIONS: The Government will use this data as a means of verifying product compliance with the Item Purchase Descriptions (IPD).

2. LOWEST EVALUATED PRICE

The low aggregate offeror will be determined by multiplying the unit price submitted one each item by the estimated quantity, and adding the resultant extensions. In order to qualify for an award, prices must be submitted on all items.

D. Award will be made in the aggregate for all items to the lowest aggregate price, technically acceptable offer.

E. Delivery terms for any orders issued will be FOB Destination.

F. The Item Purchase Descriptions and Schedule of Items are shown on pages G. Clauses, applicable to any orders issued under this SQA, are shown on pages H. When responding to this Request for Quotation, complete and return the entire package. If you “No Quote,” please indicate and return page 1 only.

I. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 326199.

J. FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Items (FEB 2012). Clause is tailored in paragraph (b), replace the entries showing “SF 1449” references with “SF 18,” and paragraph (h) “Multiple awards.” is replaced with a “Single award agreement.” to be issued as a result of this RFQ.

K. FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Items (FEB 2012) Found on page 27. Replace the entries showing “SF 1449” references with “SF 18”.

L. FAR 52.225-3, Buy American Act – Supplies – applies to this RFQ.

M. When responding to this RFQ, you may submit the entire document via email to laura.garcia@gsa.gov . The full document and all supporting documentation must be received by the closing date and time. The following address can be used to submit your offer by mail:

GSA, FAS, Southwest Supply Operations Center

Acquisition Division

Attn: Laura Garcia

819 Taylor Street, Rm 6A00

Fort Worth, Texas 76102 N. The Government will be awarding a Standing Quotation (SQ) Agreement to the responsible offeror whose offer, conforming to the solicitation, is the lowest price technically acceptable offer. To be technically acceptable the item must meet the Item Purchase Description.

O. Offerors are responsible for submitting offers; so as to reach the Government office designated in the RFQ by the time specified (See block 10). It is preferred that each offer package be submitted as in attachment to the RFQ response via email. If offer is received later than the exact time specified in block 10 of the RFQ, it will be considered “late” and will not be accepted.

P. This is notice that the Government intends to evaluate offers and award will be made on initial quotes, and advises offerors to submit their best terms and prices in their initial quotation.

The following is how you can obtain specifications:

FED Specs – GSA Federal Supply Service Specifications Section, Ste. 8100, 470 E. L’Enfant Plaza, SW, Washington, DC 20407 [Telephone 202-619-8925, Fax 202-619-8978] http://assist.daps.dla.mil/online/start/ Click on “Quick Search” (left side of screen). Type the document in the “Document ID” field and hit submit. You do not need a password.

MIL Specs – Department of Defense Single Stock Point (DoDSSP), Bldg. 4, Section D, 700 Robbins Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19111-5094 [Telephone 215-697-2667/2179, Fax 215-697-1462] Web Site www.dsp.dla.mil Click on “Online Specs” or http://assist.daps.dla.mil.online/start/ Click on “Quick Search” (left side of screen). Type the document in the “Document ID” field and hit submit. You do not need a password.

ANSI Standards – American National Standards Institute, Inc., 11 West 42nd Street, 13th Floor, New York, NY 10036 [Telephone 212-642-4900]

ASTM – American Society for Testing and Materials, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959 [Telephone 610-832-9585, Fax 610-832-9555] Web Site: www.astm.org, email: service@astm.org. (ASTM does charge for their services.)

Recycled Material – Two sites for information related to the Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines and Recovered Materials Advisory Notices: www.epa.gov/cpg.

Commercial Item Descriptions – http://assist.daps.dla.mil/online/start/ Click on “Quick Search” (left side of screen). You do not need a password.

ALL COMPLETED PAGES (1 – 68) MUST BE RETURNED WITH YOUR OFFER (NO EXCEPTION). FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE REQUIRED INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR OFFER NO LONGER BEING EVALUATED/CONSIDERED FOR POSSIBLE AWARD.

Best offered delivery time: ____DARO

· Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN): _____________________

· Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS): ______________________

· Name of Contact: ______________________

· E-Mail Address: _______________________

· Phone Number: _______________________

· Fax: __________________________

· Supplier Name*: ___________________________

· Name of Contact*: __________________________ (* Note: “Supplier” refers to the company providing you the product, if you are not the manufacturer.

ITEM PURCHASE DESCRIPTION

ITEM 1a - NSN: 9905-01-458-1192 (DATED 10/30/12) RIBBON, FLAGGING, SURVEYOR’S: Shall be in accordance with the following characteristics:

Color – Red

Length per roll – 100 yards.

Unit of issue – BX (twelve (12) rolls per box).

Scope – This description covers plain colored, cold weather plastic ribbon designed for use as a flagging marker in field survey work and for otherwise designating or identifying specific outdoor objects and locations.

Description - The plastic flagging ribbon shall be fabricated from flexible vinyl plastic film. Plasticizers used shall be appropriate for the ribbons to remain supple at minus 40 degrees F, when tested in as specified below.

Dimensions – The plastic film shall have a measured thickness of 0.00235 inch minimum and a width of 1-3/16 inches + 1/32 inch. Each roll shall contain a minimum of 100 yards of plastic ribbon.

Weight – The 100 yard roll, less core, shall weigh a minimum of 7.5 ounces. Weight per roll shall be determined by using specific gravity as determined in accordance with ASTM D 792 and the following formula:

Yards/lb. = .77 (SG x width x thickness).

Colorfastness – The color of the flagging ribbon shall show no change in basic color, when examined visually, after 350 hours in a xenon arc fade-o-meter/weather-o-meter, when tested as specified below (the basic color may be faded or a lighter shade, but the original color is still identifiable and recognizable).

Tensile Strength – 5.2 lb, minimum.

Elongation – 200 percent minimum.

Specific gravity – 1.34 to 1.44 gr/cc.

100% modulus – 1,200 psi minimum.

Workmanship – The ribbon shall be free of holes, dirt, ragged edges, discoloration, and be suitable for the purpose intended. No defects that affect appearance or serviceability shall be permitted.

Testing.

Weight – The weight per roll without core shall be determined by using a balance readable to 0.1 gram or less.

Thickness – The gage used for the measurement of thickness shall be a dead weight type equipped with a dial graduated to read directly to 0.0001 inch. The presser foot shall be circular with a diameter of 0.25 inch + 0.01 inch. The presser foot and moving parts connected therewith shall be weighted so as to apply a total load of 3 ounces + 0.1 ounce to the specimen. The presser foot and anvil surface shall be plane to within 0.0001 inch and parallel to each other within 0.0001 inch.

Low temperature resistance – Three eight-inch lengths of the finished ribbon from each sample unit shall be exposed in cold chamber to a temperature of minus 20 degrees F + 4 degrees F for a period of 1 one hour. Without being removed from the cold chamber, the specimen shall be creased 180 degrees in the center by folding slightly while lying on a flat smooth surface running the center of a steel roller over the fold a single time. The steel roller shall be approximately 5.5 inches in diameter, approximately 2 inches wide, with a suitable handle guide and shall weigh 10 pounds + 0.5 pounds. The temperature of the roller shall be the same as that of the specimen. The specimen shall be handled with gloves and care taken that it’s temperature remains uniform trough the test. After folding, the specimen shall be visually examined. Any indication of cracking or flaking of any specimen shall be cause for rejection.

Colorfastness – The finished ribbon shall be exposed for the specified number of hours in accordance with ASTM G 155-00ae1 (use corresponding cycles equivalent to ASTM G 26, Methods A or C) and examine for compliance with colorfastness requirements above.

Tensile strength and elongation shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D638.

100% modulus shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D882.

Specific gravity shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D792.

Product conformance: The products provided shall meet the salient characteristics of this description, conform to the producer's own specifications, standards, and quality assurance practices and be the same product offered for sale in the commercial market. The Government reserves the right to require proof of such conformance.

PREPARATION FOR DELIVERY: The item(s) shall be packaged and packed in accordance with the latest revision of ASTM D 3951, Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging. Copies of ASTM standards are available from the American Society for Testing and Materials, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. Phone: 610-832-9585, Fax: 610-832-9555, Web site: www.astm.org, e-mail: service@astm.org.

MARKING: Shipments to GSA and other civilian agencies shall be marked in accordance with FED-STD-123. Shipments to the Department of Defense (DOD) shall be marked in accordance with MIL-STD-129.

Palletization: The shipping (transport) containers shall be palletized. The pallets shall be 48-inch length x 40-inch width, general purpose, four-way entry, flush stringer, and double-face non-reversible pallets. The palletized load shall not exceed 2500 pounds in weight for shipments to the Eastern Distribution Center (Burlington). The palletized load shall not exceed 2000 pounds in weight for shipments to the Western Distribution Center (French Camp). The palletized load shall not overhang the pallet deck board edge by more than 1 inch and shall not exceed 53 inches in overall height (including pallet). Less than half pallet loads or loads shipped by small package carrier in acceptable transport packing need not be palletized. When less than full but more than a half pallet is used, the palletized load shall utilize proper bracing and/or reinforcement to ensure that the load can withstand two additional loads placed on it.

Stacking: A load-stacking test shall be performed once, at the beginning of the contract, for each different unitized or palletized load configuration. A fully palletized load shall be tested utilizing a total stack of three palletized loads, with all the proper bracing and/or reinforcement necessary to perform the test. There shall be no evidence of damage to the pallets, shipping containers or products when stack is tested on the rigid surface for a minimum of 24 hours, in compliance with all the National and Local Safety Regulations. The pre-tested palletized load configuration shall be duplicated using the same packaging materials, pattern, number of shipping (transport) containers, and procedures consistent throughout the duration of the contract. Palletized loads shall be stable and safe when handled with mechanical equipment by qualified personnel.

Materials: All lumber used inside or outside a shipment shall be bark free. No used wood pallets with repaired components or stringers will be acceptable. All wood pallet stringers shall be manufactured from hardwoods. Pallets manufactured of materials other than wood, shall conform to all the requirements specified herein.

Unitization: For the purpose of this requirement, the assembled group of containers or items in a single load that can be handled as a unit throughout the distribution system. Unitization encompasses, but is not limited to, consolidation in a container, placement on a pallet or load base having forklift capability, or securely binding together. Shipments should be considered for unitization where appropriate or specified.

Unitization of pallet load: The palletized load shall be unitized and secured to the pallet to insure that the load arrives intact without product damage. The containers or items shall be placed in a suitable pattern to form a stable and balanced load. Vertical, horizontal or filler reinforcement shall be added as necessary to meet the stacking strength requirements. A palletized load shall be secured to the pallet by shrink or stretch wrapping, and/or, by steel or nonmetallic strapping. When steel or nonmetallic strapping is used, edge protectors shall be provided to prevent damage to the cartons when tensioning the strapping. As a minimum, two straps shall run lengthwise, two straps shall run widthwise, and two straps shall run around the girth of the palletized load. A palletized load shall be capable of protecting the products against damage in a multiple handling, transportation, and storage environment having distribution warehouses with rack systems that support the load/s overhead of warehouse personnel.

Notice of special requirements for shipment to all countries that have endorsed the IPPC Guidelines for treatment of non-manufactured wood packaging: The International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) has approved and published on March 15, 2002, “Guidelines for Regulating Wood Packaging Material in International Trade”. Countries endorsing the IPPC Guidelines can be found at the USDA.gov web site. Additionally, shipments delivered to DOD distribution facilities or freight consolidation points for eventual delivery to or through EU/IPPC countries shall comply with applicable DLA Regulations and Procurement Letter PROCLTR 02-17.

ITEM 2b - NSN: 9905-01-458-2057 (DATED 10/30/12) RIBBON, FLAGGING, SURVEYOR’S: Shall be in accordance with the following characteristics:

Color – Blue

Length per roll – 100 yards.

Unit of issue – BX (twelve (12) rolls per box).

Scope – This description covers plain colored, cold weather plastic ribbon designed for use as a flagging marker in field survey work and for otherwise designating or identifying specific outdoor objects and locations.

Description - The plastic flagging ribbon shall be fabricated from flexible vinyl plastic film. Plasticizers used shall be appropriate for the ribbons to remain supple at minus 40 degrees F, when tested in as specified below.

Dimensions – The plastic film shall have a measured thickness of 0.00235 inch minimum and a width of 1-3/16 inches + 1/32 inch. Each roll shall contain a minimum of 100 yards of plastic ribbon.

Weight – The 100 yard roll, less core, shall weigh a minimum of 7.5 ounces. Weight per roll shall be determined by using specific gravity as determined in accordance with ASTM D 792 and the following formula:

Colorfastness – The color of the flagging ribbon shall show no change in basic color, when examined visually, after 350 hours in a xenon arc fade-o-meter/weather-o-meter, when tested as specified below (the basic color may be faded or a lighter shade, but the original color is still identifiable and recognizable).

Tensile strength and elongation shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D638.

100% modulus shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D882.

Specific gravity shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D792.

Workmanship – The ribbon shall be free of holes, dirt, ragged edges, discoloration, and be suitable for the purpose intended. No defects that affect appearance or serviceability shall be permitted.

Testing.

Weight – The weight per roll without core shall be determined by using a balance readable to 0.1 gram or less.

Thickness – The gage used for the measurement of thickness shall be a dead weight type equipped with a dial graduated to read directly to 0.0001 inch. The presser foot shall be circular with a diameter of 0.25 inch + 0.01 inch. The presser foot and moving parts connected therewith shall be weighted so as to apply a total load of 3 ounces + 0.1 ounce to the specimen. The presser foot and anvil surface shall be plane to within 0.0001 inch and parallel to each other within 0.0001 inch.

Low temperature resistance – Three eight-inch lengths of the finished ribbon from each sample unit shall be exposed in cold chamber to a temperature of minus 20 degrees F + 4 degrees F for a period of 1 one hour. Without being removed from the cold chamber, the specimen shall be creased 180 degrees in the center by folding slightly while lying on a flat smooth surface running the center of a steel roller over the fold a single time. The steel roller shall be approximately 5.5 inches in diameter, approximately 2 inches wide, with a suitable handle guide and shall weigh 10 pounds + 0.5 pounds. The temperature of the roller shall be the same as that of the specimen. The specimen shall be handled with gloves and care taken that it’s temperature remains uniform trough the test. After folding, the specimen shall be visually examined. Any indication of cracking or flaking of any specimen shall be cause for rejection.

Colorfastness – The finished ribbon shall be exposed for the specified number of hours in accordance with ASTM G 155-00ae1 (use corresponding cycles equivalent to ASTM G 26, Methods A or C) and examine for compliance with colorfastness requirements above.

Tensile strength, shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D638.

Elongation and 100% modulus shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D882.

Specific gravity shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D792.

Product conformance: The products provided shall meet the salient characteristics of this description, conform to the producer's own specifications, standards, and quality assurance practices and be the same product offered for sale in the commercial market. The Government reserves the right to require proof of such conformance.

PREPARATION FOR DELIVERY: The item(s) shall be packaged and packed in accordance with the latest revision of ASTM D 3951, Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging. Copies of ASTM standards are available from the American Society for Testing and Materials, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. Phone: 610-832-9585, Fax: 610-832-9555, Web site: www.astm.org, e-mail: service@astm.org.

MARKING: Shipments to GSA and other civilian agencies shall be marked in accordance with FED-STD-123. Shipments to the Department of Defense (DOD) shall be marked in accordance with MIL-STD-129.

Palletization: The shipping (transport) containers shall be palletized. The pallets shall be 48-inch length x 40-inch width, general purpose, four-way entry, flush stringer, and double-face non-reversible pallets. The palletized load shall not exceed 2500 pounds in weight for shipments to the Eastern Distribution Center (Burlington). The palletized load shall not exceed 2000 pounds in weight for shipments to the Western Distribution Center (French Camp). The palletized load shall not overhang the pallet deck board edge by more than 1 inch and shall not exceed 53 inches in overall height (including pallet). Less than half pallet loads or loads shipped by small package carrier in acceptable transport packing need not be palletized. When less than full but more than a half pallet is used, the palletized load shall utilize proper bracing and/or reinforcement to ensure that the load can withstand two additional loads placed on it.

Stacking: A load-stacking test shall be performed once, at the beginning of the contract, for each different unitized or palletized load configuration. A fully palletized load shall be tested utilizing a total stack of three palletized loads, with all the proper bracing and/or reinforcement necessary to perform the test. There shall be no evidence of damage to the pallets, shipping containers or products when stack is tested on the rigid surface for a minimum of 24 hours, in compliance with all the National and Local Safety Regulations. The pre-tested palletized load configuration shall be duplicated using the same packaging materials, pattern, number of shipping (transport) containers, and procedures consistent throughout the duration of the contract. Palletized loads shall be stable and safe when handled with mechanical equipment by qualified personnel.

Materials: All lumber used inside or outside a shipment shall be bark free. No used wood pallets with repaired components or stringers will be acceptable. All wood pallet stringers shall be manufactured from hardwoods. Pallets manufactured of materials other than wood, shall conform to all the requirements specified herein.

Unitization: For the purpose of this requirement, the assembled group of containers or items in a single load that can be handled as a unit throughout the distribution system. Unitization encompasses, but is not limited to, consolidation in a container, placement on a pallet or load base having forklift capability, or securely binding together. Shipments should be considered for unitization where appropriate or specified.

Unitization of pallet load: The palletized load shall be unitized and secured to the pallet to insure that the load arrives intact without product damage. The containers or items shall be placed in a suitable pattern to form a stable and balanced load. Vertical, horizontal or filler reinforcement shall be added as necessary to meet the stacking strength requirements. A palletized load shall be secured to the pallet by shrink or stretch wrapping, and/or, by steel or nonmetallic strapping. When steel or nonmetallic strapping is used, edge protectors shall be provided to prevent damage to the cartons when tensioning the strapping. As a minimum, two straps shall run lengthwise, two straps shall run widthwise, and two straps shall run around the girth of the palletized load. A palletized load shall be capable of protecting the products against damage in a multiple handling, transportation, and storage environment having distribution warehouses with rack systems that support the load/s overhead of warehouse personnel.

Notice of special requirements for shipment to all countries that have endorsed the IPPC Guidelines for treatment of non-manufactured wood packaging: The International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) has approved and published on March 15, 2002, “Guidelines for Regulating Wood Packaging Material in International Trade”. Countries endorsing the IPPC Guidelines can be found at the USDA.gov web site. Additionally, shipments delivered to DOD distribution facilities or freight consolidation points for eventual delivery to or through EU/IPPC countries shall comply with applicable DLA Regulations and Procurement Letter PROCLTR 02-17.

ITEM 3c - NSN: 9905-01-458-2058 (DATED 10/30/12) RIBBON, FLAGGING, SURVEYOR’S: Shall be in accordance with the following characteristics:

Color – Plain yellow.

Length per roll – 100 yards.

Unit of issue – BX (twelve (12) rolls per box).

Scope – This description covers plain colored, cold weather plastic ribbon designed for use as a flagging marker in field survey work and for otherwise designating or identifying specific outdoor objects and locations.

Description - The plastic flagging ribbon shall be fabricated from flexible vinyl plastic film. Plasticizers used shall be appropriate for the ribbons to remain supple at minus 40 degrees F, when tested in as specified below.

Dimensions – The plastic film shall have a measured thickness of 0.00235 inch minimum and a width of 1-3/16 inches + 1/32 inch. Each roll shall contain a minimum of 100 yards of plastic ribbon.

Weight – The 100 yard roll, less core, shall weigh a minimum of 7.5 ounces. Weight per roll shall be determined by using specific gravity as determined in accordance with ASTM D 792 and the following formula:

Colorfastness – The color of the flagging ribbon shall show no change in basic color, when examined visually, after 350 hours in a xenon arc fade-o-meter/weather-o-meter, when tested as specified below (the basic color may be faded or a lighter shade, but the original color is still identifiable and recognizable).

Tensile Strength – 5.2 lb, minimum.

Elongation – 200 percent minimum.

Specific gravity – 1.34 to 1.44 gr/cc.

100% modulus – 1,200 psi minimum.

Workmanship – The ribbon shall be free of holes, dirt, ragged edges, discoloration, and be suitable for the purpose intended. No defects that affect appearance or serviceability shall be permitted.

Testing.

Weight – The weight per roll without core shall be determined by using a balance readable to 0.1 gram or less.

Thickness – The gage used for the measurement of thickness shall be a dead weight type equipped with a dial graduated to read directly to 0.0001 inch. The presser foot shall be circular with a diameter of 0.25 inch + 0.01 inch. The presser foot and moving parts connected therewith shall be weighted so as to apply a total load of 3 ounces + 0.1 ounce to the specimen. The presser foot and anvil surface shall be plane to within 0.0001 inch and parallel to each other within 0.0001 inch.

Low temperature resistance – Three eight-inch lengths of the finished ribbon from each sample unit shall be exposed in cold chamber to a temperature of minus 20 degrees F + 4 degrees F for a period of 1 one hour. Without being removed from the cold chamber, the specimen shall be creased 180 degrees in the center by folding slightly while lying on a flat smooth surface running the center of a steel roller over the fold a single time. The steel roller shall be approximately 5.5 inches in diameter, approximately 2 inches wide, with a suitable handle guide and shall weigh 10 pounds + 0.5 pounds. The temperature of the roller shall be the same as that of the specimen. The specimen shall be handled with gloves and care taken that it’s temperature remains uniform trough the test. After folding, the specimen shall be visually examined. Any indication of cracking or flaking of any specimen shall be cause for rejection.

Colorfastness – The finished ribbon shall be exposed for the specified number of hours in accordance with ASTM G 155-00ae1 (use corresponding cycles equivalent to ASTM G 26, Methods A or C) and examine for compliance with colorfastness requirements above.

Tensile strength and elongation shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D638.

100% modulus shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D882.

Specific gravity shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D792.

Product conformance: The products provided shall meet the salient characteristics of this description, conform to the producer's own specifications, standards, and quality assurance practices and be the same product offered for sale in the commercial market. The Government reserves the right to require proof of such conformance.

PREPARATION FOR DELIVERY: The item(s) shall be packaged and packed in accordance with the latest revision of ASTM D 3951, Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging. Copies of ASTM standards are available from the American Society for Testing and Materials, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. Phone: 610-832-9585, Fax: 610-832-9555, Web site: www.astm.org, e-mail: service@astm.org.

MARKING: Shipments to GSA and other civilian agencies shall be marked in accordance with FED-STD-123. Shipments to the Department of Defense (DOD) shall be marked in accordance with MIL-STD-129.

Palletization: The shipping (transport) containers shall be palletized. The pallets shall be 48-inch length x 40-inch width, general purpose, four-way entry, flush stringer, and double-face non-reversible pallets. The palletized load shall not exceed 2500 pounds in weight for shipments to the Eastern Distribution Center (Burlington). The palletized load shall not exceed 2000 pounds in weight for shipments to the Western Distribution Center (French Camp). The palletized load shall not overhang the pallet deck board edge by more than 1 inch and shall not exceed 53 inches in overall height (including pallet). Less than half pallet loads or loads shipped by small package carrier in acceptable transport packing need not be palletized. When less than full but more than a half pallet is used, the palletized load shall utilize proper bracing and/or reinforcement to ensure that the load can withstand two additional loads placed on it.

Stacking: A load-stacking test shall be performed once, at the beginning of the contract, for each different unitized or palletized load configuration. A fully palletized load shall be tested utilizing a total stack of three palletized loads, with all the proper bracing and/or reinforcement necessary to perform the test. There shall be no evidence of damage to the pallets, shipping containers or products when stack is tested on the rigid surface for a minimum of 24 hours, in compliance with all the National and Local Safety Regulations. The pre-tested palletized load configuration shall be duplicated using the same packaging materials, pattern, number of shipping (transport) containers, and procedures consistent throughout the duration of the contract. Palletized loads shall be stable and safe when handled with mechanical equipment by qualified personnel.

Materials: All lumber used inside or outside a shipment shall be bark free. No used wood pallets with repaired components or stringers will be acceptable. All wood pallet stringers shall be manufactured from hardwoods. Pallets manufactured of materials other than wood, shall conform to all the requirements specified herein.

Unitization: For the purpose of this requirement, the assembled group of containers or items in a single load that can be handled as a unit throughout the distribution system. Unitization encompasses, but is not limited to, consolidation in a container, placement on a pallet or load base having forklift capability, or securely binding together. Shipments should be considered for unitization where appropriate or specified.

Unitization of pallet load: The palletized load shall be unitized and secured to the pallet to insure that the load arrives intact without product damage. The containers or items shall be placed in a suitable pattern to form a stable and balanced load. Vertical, horizontal or filler reinforcement shall be added as necessary to meet the stacking strength requirements. A palletized load shall be secured to the pallet by shrink or stretch wrapping, and/or, by steel or nonmetallic strapping. When steel or nonmetallic strapping is used, edge protectors shall be provided to prevent damage to the cartons when tensioning the strapping. As a minimum, two straps shall run lengthwise, two straps shall run widthwise, and two straps shall run around the girth of the palletized load. A palletized load shall be capable of protecting the products against damage in a multiple handling, transportation, and storage environment having distribution warehouses with rack systems that support the load/s overhead of warehouse personnel.

Notice of special requirements for shipment to all countries that have endorsed the IPPC Guidelines for treatment of non-manufactured wood packaging: The International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) has approved and published on March 15, 2002, “Guidelines for Regulating Wood Packaging Material in International Trade”. Countries endorsing the IPPC Guidelines can be found at the USDA.gov web site. Additionally, shipments delivered to DOD distribution facilities or freight consolidation points for eventual delivery to or through EU/IPPC countries shall comply with applicable DLA Regulations and Procurement Letter PROCLTR 02-17.

ITEM 4d - NSN: 9905-01-458-2059 (DATED 12/30/13)

NFES: 002401

RIBBON, FLAGGING, SURVEYOR’S: Shall be in accordance with the following characteristics:

Color – Fluorescent Pink

Length per roll – 50 yards.

Unit of issue – BX (twelve (12) rolls per box).

Scope – This description covers fluorescent “glow color” colored, cold weather plastic ribbon designed for use as a flagging marker in field survey work and for otherwise designating or identifying specific outdoor objects and locations.

Description - The plastic flagging ribbon shall be fabricated from flexible vinyl plastic film. Plasticizers used shall be appropriate for the ribbons to remain supple at minus 40 degrees F, when tested in as specified below.

Dimensions – The plastic film shall have a measured thickness of 0.00425 inch minimum and a width of 1-3/16 inches + 1/32 inch. Each roll shall contain a minimum of 50 yards of plastic ribbon.

Weight – The 50 yard roll, less core, shall weigh a minimum of 6.8 ounces. Weight per roll shall be determined by using specific gravity as determined in accordance with ASTM D 792 and the following formula:

Colorfastness – The color of the flagging ribbon shall show no change in basic color, when examined visually, after 350 hours in a xenon arc fade-o-meter/weather-o-meter, when tested as specified below (the basic color may be faded or a lighter shade, but the original color is still identifiable and recognizable).

Tensile Strength – 10 lb, minimum.

Elongation – 250 percent minimum.

Specific gravity – 1.34 to 1.44 gr/cc.

100% modulus – 1,200 psi minimum.

Workmanship – The ribbon shall be free of holes, dirt, ragged edges, discoloration, and be suitable for the purpose intended. No defects that affect appearance or serviceability shall be permitted.

Testing.

Weight – The weight per roll without core shall be determined by using a balance readable to 0.1 gram or less.

Thickness – The gage used for the measurement of thickness shall be a dead weight type equipped with a dial graduated to read directly to 0.0001 inch. The presser foot shall be circular with a diameter of 0.25 inch + 0.01 inch. The presser foot and moving parts connected therewith shall be weighted so as to apply a total load of 3 ounces + 0.1 ounce to the specimen. The presser foot and anvil surface shall be plane to within 0.0001 inch and parallel to each other within 0.0001 inch.

Low temperature resistance – Three eight-inch lengths of the finished ribbon from each sample unit shall be exposed in cold chamber to a temperature of minus 20 degrees F + 4 degrees F for a period of 1 one hour. Without being removed from the cold chamber, the specimen shall be creased 180 degrees in the center by folding slightly while lying on a flat smooth surface running the center of a steel roller over the fold a single time. The steel roller shall be approximately 5.5 inches in diameter, approximately 2 inches wide, with a suitable handle guide and shall weigh 10 pounds + 0.5 pounds. The temperature of the roller shall be the same as that of the specimen. The specimen shall be handled with gloves and care taken that it’s temperature remains uniform trough the test. After folding, the specimen shall be visually examined. Any indication of cracking or flaking of any specimen shall be cause for rejection.

Colorfastness – The finished ribbon shall be exposed for the specified number of hours in accordance with ASTM G 155-00ae1 (use corresponding cycles equivalent to ASTM G 26, Methods A or C) and examine for compliance with colorfastness requirements above.

Tensile strength and elongation shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D638.

100% modulus shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D882.

Specific gravity shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D792.

PRODUCT CONFORMANCE: The products provided shall meet the salient characteristics of this Item Purchase Description, conform to the producer's own drawings, specifications, standards, and quality assurance practices, and be the same product offered for sale in the commercial market. The Government reserves the right to require proof of such conformance.

PACKAGING: Twelve (12) rolls shall be packaged in a close-fitting fiberboard box.

PACKING: Twelve boxes (144 rolls) shall be packed in a close-fitting corrugated fiberboard box, minimum burst strength 200 (minimum edge crush strength 32 lb per inch width), and shall be in compliance with the Uniform Freight Classification and the National Motor Freight Classification.

SUPPLEMENTAL PACKING AND PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS: All fiberboard boxes, cushioning, and dunnage used in packing and packaging of this item shall contain recovered materials in accordance with the EPA Comprehensive Procurement Guideline For Products Containing Recovered Materials (40 CFR 247) and the EPA Paper Products Recovered Materials Advisory Notice (Federal Register, Vol. 61, No. 104, May 29, 1996). The EPA's Recommended Recovered Fiber Content Levels for Paperboard and Packaging Products are available at http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/tools/cpg/products/paperbrd.htm MARKING: Shipments to GSA and other civilian agencies shall be marked in accordance with FED-STD-123. Shipments to the Department of Defense (DOD) shall be marked in accordance with MIL-STD-129.

SPECIAL MARKING (NFES): The National Fire Equipment System (NFES) number appearing below the National Stock Number (NSN) of this Item Purchase Description shall be marked on the shipping container below the NSN. The NFES number shall be preceded by "NFES".

Palletization: The shipping (transport) containers shall be palletized. The pallets shall be 48-inch length x 40-inch width, general purpose, four-way entry, flush stringer, and double-face non-reversible pallets. The palletized load shall not exceed 2500 pounds in weight for shipments to the Eastern Distribution Center (Burlington). The palletized load shall not exceed 2000 pounds in weight for shipments to the Western Distribution Center (French Camp). The palletized load shall not overhang the pallet deck board edge by more than 1 inch and shall not exceed 53 inches in overall height (including pallet). Less than half pallet loads or loads shipped by small package carrier in acceptable transport packing need not be palletized. When less than full but more than a half pallet is used, the palletized load shall utilize proper bracing and/or reinforcement to ensure that the load can withstand two additional loads placed on it.

Stacking: A load-stacking test shall be performed once, at the beginning of the contract, for each different unitized or palletized load configuration. A fully palletized load shall be tested utilizing a total stack of three palletized loads, with all the proper bracing and/or reinforcement necessary to perform the test. There shall be no evidence of damage to the pallets, shipping containers or products when stack is tested on the rigid surface for a minimum of 24 hours, in compliance with all the National and Local Safety Regulations. The pre-tested palletized load configuration shall be duplicated using the same packaging materials, pattern, number of shipping (transport) containers, and procedures consistent throughout the duration of the contract. Palletized loads shall be stable and safe when handled with mechanical equipment by qualified personnel.

Materials: All lumber used inside or outside a shipment shall be bark free. No used wood pallets with repaired components or stringers will be acceptable. All wood pallet stringers shall be manufactured from hardwoods. Pallets manufactured of materials other than wood, shall conform to all the requirements specified herein.

Unitization: For the purpose of this requirement, the assembled group of containers or items in a single load that can be handled as a unit throughout the distribution system. Unitization encompasses, but is not limited to, consolidation in a container, placement on a pallet or load base having forklift capability, or securely binding together. Shipments should be considered for unitization where appropriate or specified.

Unitization of pallet load: The palletized load shall be unitized and secured to the pallet to insure that the load arrives intact without product damage. The containers or items shall be placed in a suitable pattern to form a stable and balanced load. Vertical, horizontal or filler reinforcement shall be added as necessary to meet the stacking strength requirements. A palletized load shall be secured to the pallet by shrink or stretch wrapping, and/or, by steel or nonmetallic strapping. When steel or nonmetallic strapping is used, edge protectors shall be provided to prevent damage to the cartons when tensioning the strapping. As a minimum, two straps shall run lengthwise, two straps shall run widthwise, and two straps shall run around the girth of the palletized load. A palletized load shall be capable of protecting the products against damage in a multiple handling, transportation, and storage environment having distribution warehouses with rack systems that support the load/s overhead of warehouse personnel.

Notice of special requirements for shipment to all countries that have endorsed the IPPC Guidelines for treatment of non-manufactured wood packaging: The International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) has approved and published on March 15, 2002, “Guidelines for Regulating Wood Packaging Material in International Trade”. Countries endorsing the IPPC Guidelines can be found at the USDA.gov web site. Additionally, shipments delivered to DOD distribution facilities or freight consolidation points for eventual delivery to or through EU/IPPC countries shall comply with applicable DLA Regulations and Procurement Letter PROCLTR 02-17.

ITEM 5e - NSN: 9905-01-458-2060 (DATED 12/30/12)

NSN: 9905-01-458-2060

NFES: 2398

RIBBON, FLAGGING, SURVEYOR’S: Shall be in accordance with the following characteristics:

Color – Fluorescent orange

Length per roll – 50 yards.

Unit of issue – BX (twelve (12) rolls per box).

Scope – This description covers fluorescent “glow color” colored, cold weather plastic ribbon designed for use as a flagging marker in field survey work and for otherwise designating or identifying specific outdoor objects and locations.

Description - The plastic flagging ribbon shall be fabricated from flexible vinyl plastic film. Plasticizers used shall be appropriate for the ribbons to remain supple at minus 40 degrees F, when tested in as specified below.

Dimensions – The plastic film shall have a measured thickness of 0.00425 inch minimum and a width of 1-3/16 inches + 1/32 inch. Each roll shall contain a minimum of 50 yards of plastic ribbon.

Weight – The 50 yard roll, less core, shall weigh a minimum of 6.8 ounces. Weight per roll shall be determined by using specific gravity as determined in accordance with ASTM D 792 and the following formula:

Colorfastness – The color of the flagging ribbon shall show no change in basic color, when examined visually, after 350 hours in a xenon arc fade-o-meter/weather-o-meter, when tested as specified below (the basic color may be faded or a lighter shade, but the original color is still identifiable and recognizable).

Tensile Strength – 10 lb, minimum.

Elongation – 250 percent minimum.

Specific gravity – 1.34 to 1.44 gr/cc.

100% modulus – 1,200 psi minimum.

Workmanship – The ribbon shall be free of holes, dirt, ragged edges, discoloration, and be suitable for the purpose intended. No defects that affect appearance or serviceability shall be permitted.

Testing.

Weight – The weight per roll without core shall be determined by using a balance readable to 0.1 gram or less.

Thickness – The gage used for the measurement of thickness shall be a dead weight type equipped with a dial graduated to read directly to 0.0001 inch. The presser foot shall be circular with a diameter of 0.25 inch + 0.01 inch. The presser foot and moving parts connected therewith shall be weighted so as to apply a total load of 3 ounces + 0.1 ounce to the specimen. The presser foot and anvil surface shall be plane to within 0.0001 inch and parallel to each other within 0.0001 inch.

Low temperature resistance – Three eight-inch lengths of the finished ribbon from each sample unit shall be exposed in cold chamber to a temperature of minus 20 degrees F + 4 degrees F for a period of 1 one hour. Without being removed from the cold chamber, the specimen shall be creased 180 degrees in the center by folding slightly while lying on a flat smooth surface running the center of a steel roller over the fold a single time. The steel roller shall be approximately 5.5 inches in diameter, approximately 2 inches wide, with a suitable handle guide and shall weigh 10 pounds + 0.5 pounds. The temperature of the roller shall be the same as that of the specimen. The specimen shall be handled with gloves and care taken that it’s temperature remains uniform trough the test. After folding, the specimen shall be visually examined. Any indication of cracking or flaking of any specimen shall be cause for rejection.

Colorfastness – The finished ribbon shall be exposed for the specified number of hours in accordance with ASTM G 155-00ae1 (use corresponding cycles equivalent to ASTM G 26, Methods A or C) and examine for compliance with colorfastness requirements above.

Tensile strength and elongation shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D638.

100% modulus shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D882.

Specific gravity shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D792.

PRODUCT CONFORMANCE: The products provided shall meet the salient characteristics of this Item Purchase Description, conform to the producer's own drawings, specifications, standards, and quality assurance practices, and be the same product offered for sale in the commercial market. The Government reserves the right to require proof of such conformance.

PACKAGING: Twelve (12) rolls shall be packaged in a close-fitting fiberboard box.

PACKING: Twelve boxes (144 rolls) shall be packed in a close-fitting corrugated fiberboard box, minimum burst strength 200 (minimum edge crush strength 32 lb per inch width), and shall be in compliance with the Uniform Freight Classification and the National Motor Freight Classification.

SUPPLEMENTAL PACKING AND PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS: All fiberboard boxes, cushioning, and dunnage used in packing and packaging of this item shall contain recovered materials in accordance with the EPA Comprehensive Procurement Guideline…