RFI_ SV0163-24.docx

Request for Information (Sources Sought) FPI-RFI-Sheet Steel # RFI-SV0163-24 Issue Date: September 05, 2024 Submittal Due Date: September 12, 2024 @ 12pm EST

Email: Sharon.Oliver@usdoj.gov

Subject: This is a request for information for Footwear.

All information in this request is considered confidential and shall not be used by the Respondent for any reason other than responding to this request. This is a Request for Information (RFI) and your response is NOT an offer. The results of this Request for Information (RFI) will be used to develop an Acquisitions Strategy, AND THIS RFI WILL NOT RESULT IN A CONTRACT OF ANY TYPE.

This request does not obligate UNICOR SBG to pay any cost that any Respondent incurs in the preparation of its response. All cost associated with the preparation of a response to this request will be borne solely by the Respondent. All submitted responses shall become the property of UNICOR SBG and will not be returned.

Delivery Location:

PETERSBURG SERVICE CENTER (UNICOR)

1100 RIVER RD.

HOPEWELL VA, 23860

UNICOR, FPI is seeking information about the Contractor’s capability to provide FOOTWEAR.

1. Name of Company

2. Telephone number and email address

3. Company profile

4. Provide Business Size (ie Large, Small, Socio-Economic Category)

5. Any other information contractor deems pertinent to this request.

Any questions as a result of this Request for Information (RFI) shall be addressed in writing to Sharon.Oliver@usdoj.gov no later than 12:00pm on September 12, 2024. No phone calls will be accepted.

Response Deadline: Thursday, September 12, 2024 @ 12pm EST.

Responses shall be sent via email only to Sharon.Oliver@usdoj.gov Additional Descriptions The contractor, through their shoe manufacturer agrees to provide the following products to UNICOR. A. Standard requirements for 4" oxford and 6" composite toe work boots: 1. composite toe cap - nonmetallic 2. nonmetallic eyelets 3. must offer medium wide(E) and wide (EEE) widths in men's and women's sizes 4. extra double stitching 5. bamboo shank or nonmetal shank 6. outsole EH (electrical hazard) rated; meets ASTM standards; must provide certificate from testing agency 7. non-marking, oil resistant outsole 8. black in color 9. all leather or action leather-polyurethane (PU) coated; lightweight; water resistant 10. interior lining: cabrilla style look and finish; non-staining, breathable 11. heavy duty, round, nylon laces 12. each pair individually boxed w/ model size and width easily displayed on the box 13. available packed solid sizes per case (6 pairs or 12 pairs in a case) 14. size requirements: Men's sizes 5-11, 12, 13, 14, 15 and Women's sizes 5-10, 11, 12 in both E and EEE widths the above shoes must meet or exceed all ANSI's standards for impact compression and EH. B. Standard requirements for canvas upper slip-on shoes: 1. medium weight (7 oz), canvas upper 2. slip-on shoe 3. twin-gore elastic 4. full-cushion sewn-in insole 5. non-skid, non-marking vulcanized rubber sole C. Standard requirement for Clear Sole Hook and Loop Tennis Shoes Clear Sole Hook and Loop Tennis Shoe for added Security 1. Black shoes uppers are leather and mesh combining breathability and durability 2. White shoes uppers are leather and PU for added durability with vents for breathability 3. Non-marking, non-skid sole is stitched to upper for added durability 4. Extra padded collar and tongue for added comfort 5. Fully glued, reinforced insole with superior arch support 6. Non-metal Hook and Loop closures, double stitched for maximum strength 7. Size marking on outsole for easy sorting.