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This document is a Notice of Sources Sought issued by the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) for a mail screening booth procurement for their Columbus, Ohio location. DFAS is seeking vendors to provide a mail screening booth equivalent to the MRB3060 model by DualDraw LLC, which is a self-contained HEPA filtered downdraft unit designed to protect operators during mail screening operations. The specific equipment requirements include dimensions of 30"W x 60"L x 78"H, multiple filtration stages, a 1.5 HP motor, and various technical specifications such as capture velocity, air volume, and safety features.

Vendors are invited to submit responses by June 25, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST, including a Contractor Capability Survey, three-page capability statement, estimated pricing, and company details. The solicitation encourages responses from small businesses, including 8(a), service-disabled veteran-owned, HUBZone, and women-owned small businesses. Payment terms are proposed as 50% prepayment with the balance due within 30 days, and the delivery timeframe is estimated at 6-10 weeks. The procurement will be handled by the DFAS Contract Services Directorate, with Miranda Rogers as the Contracting Specialist and Terri Davis as the Contracting Officer.

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Notice of Sources Sought Defense Finance and Accounting Service

Mail Screening Booth for (DFAS) Columbus, Ohio

The purpose of this sources sought is to conduct market research for providing a mail screening booth brand name or equal to the MRB3060 manufactured by DualDraw LLC. This product is used to filter and contain potentially hazardous materials during the inspection of incoming mail. For additional details, please reference the attached Draft Statement of Work (SOW). If your company is interested in this requirement, DFAS would appreciate if you would complete and return the Contractor Capability Survey included. In addition, DFAS is requesting Capability Statements and Pricing Estimates.

Requirement Description:

Understanding of use: Self-contained HEPA filtered downdraft and backdraft unit protects operator breathing zone during mail screening operations.

Feature Specification Model MRB3060 Dimensions 30"W x 60"L x 78"H (including caster wheels) Work Surface Area 30" x 60" with five (5) patented, perforated C-channel grates Table Capacity 500–1,000 lbs.

Cabinet Construction 14-16-gauge unit-body steel Finish Blue polyurethane/epoxy paint Filters One (1) 24" x 24" x 2" pleated pre-filter (40% efficient to 0.7 microns) One (1) 24" x 24" x 2" heavy-duty 6 lb.

activated carbon filter One (1) 24" x 24" x 12" HEPA filter (99.97% efficient to 0.3 microns)

Electrical Pre-wired with thermally protected manual motor starter, NEMA 5-20P plug, T slot female outlet

Motor One (1) 1.5 HP, 115V, T.E.F.C., single phase,

15.0 amps

Capture Velocity Approx. 400 FPM at work surface; face velocity 125+ FPM

Lighting Overhead lighting standard Air Volume 2500 nominal CFM, self-contained Pressure Gauge Includes red light indicator for filter change alerts Weight 895 lbs. (crated for shipment) Safety Switch Unit will not operate if filters are not sealed correctly Noise Level 72 to 78 dB at operator working zone Freight Delivery FOB Origin; approx. 6 to 10 weeks delivery depending on factory conditions Warranty One-year parts and labor Payment Terms 50% prepayment; balance net 30 days

(negotiable)

NAICS: 333413

PSC: 4140

Notice of Sources Sought Defense Finance and Accounting Service

Mail Screening Booth for (DFAS) Columbus, Ohio

Place of Performance: Defense Finance and Accounting Service, Columbus (DFAS-CO), 3990 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio, 43213-1152, Building 11, Section 1.

Vendors who can provide an equal product that meets all salient characteristics are invited to respond to this notice by submitting the Contractor Capability Survey, including a capability statement (limit capabilities statements to three pages), estimated pricing and include details concerning your experience in the above referenced subject matter area. Please include the following in your submission:

• Title of the Requirement

• Company Name

• Company Address

• Company POC (name, phone number, and email address)

• CAGE

• Business Size

• An explanation of how you will meet the below requirement description and contractor equipment specifications

• A firm fixed price quote

Issued By:

DFAS Contract Services Directorate Point of Contact: Miranda Rogers, Contracting Specialist Phone Number: 614-701-3195 E-Mail address: miranda.y.rogers.civ@mail.mil

Contracting Officer:

Name: Terri Davis, Contracting Officer Phone Number: 614-701-3599 E-mail: terri.l.davis34.civ@mail.mil

Submission of Responses:

Interested sources should submit their response via email to miranda.y.rogers.civ@mail.mil and terri.l.davis34.civ@mail.mil by June 25, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST.

All qualified and experienced sources including small businesses, 8(a) small businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, HUBZone small businesses, and Women-owned small businesses are encouraged to respond to the Notice.

Disclaimer: This request for information is for market research purposes only. This is not a solicitation.

Information received from this notice will not be disclosed outside the government.

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Vendors who can provide an equal product that meets all salient characteristics are invited to respond to this notice by submitting the Contractor Capability Survey, including a capability statement (limit capabilities statements to three pages), esti...
Issued By:
Contracting Officer:
Submission of Responses:
Interested sources should submit their response via email to miranda.y.rogers.civ@mail.mil and terri.l.davis34.civ@mail.mil by June 25, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST.

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