SourceSoughtshippingsacks REVISED.doc

This is a Sources Sought/Request for Information (RFI) Notice. The Defense Distribution Center (DDC) is considering a small business (SB) set-aside for the acquisition of “shipping sacks” and is seeking SB sources that qualify under North American Classification System (NAICS) code 322224, size standard 500. This SS/RFI does not constitute a request for a formal quote or proposal. This notice is provided as information to the marketplace and is an invitation for an expression of interest in the list of items shown below. Furthermore, the DDC is not at this time seeking formal price quotes and will not accept any unsolicited proposals.

Interested SB sources that qualify as a manufacturer under the above listed NAICS are asked to submit a statement that identifies their capabilities with regard to this notice. At a minimum, any such response must include: (i) identification of your company as a manufacturer or reseller for each item; (ii) identification of those items your company can provide as a manufacturer or reseller, and (iii) a statement of each respondent’s intention (affirmative or negative) to submit a proposal for any subsequent acquisition. A response is required by 09 April, 2010 at 3:00 PM EST. In addition, interested parties shall include a company name, company address, duns number, point of contact, and phone number, in response to this notice.

At the present time, a set-aside determination has not been made. This notice is for informational and market research purposes only. Responses are sought only from SB sources that can provide the items described below. Responses received from any company that is not a SB concern will not be considered. All respondents to this notice will be confirmed as a SB potential source through their On-Line Representation and Certifications or their Central Contractor Registration record. Depending on the number and type of responses received from this notice, SBA may be petitioned for a waiver to the nonmanufacturer rule.

This SS/RFI notice does not commit the Government to contract for any of the identified items. If a solicitation is released, it will be synopsized on the Federal Business Opportunities (FedBizOpps) website http://www.fbo.gov/. It is the responsibility of potential respondents to monitor this site for additional information pertaining to this potential procurement. The information provided in this SS/RFI is subject to change and is not binding on the Government. The release of this notice should not be construed as a commitment or as authorization to incur cost for which reimbursement would be required or sought. Respondents are advised that the Defense Distribution Center will not pay for any information or administrative cost incurred in responding to this notice.

Responses to this notice must be received electronically. Paper media will not be accepted or opened. An email response should be sent to kathleen.toland@dla.mil.

Questions regarding the content of this RFI should also be referred to Ms. Toland via email or at (717) 770-5092. Please be advised that all information received in response to this SS/RFI will be considered procurement sensitive and will be handled accordingly. However, any information the contractor considers to be proprietary pursuant to existing laws and regulations should be marked accordingly (FAR 3.104-1(3) & (4)).

1. The description, unit of issue, and estimated quantity for each item are shown below and reflect a random sampling of potential configurations for any future acquisition of shipping sacks. FOB delivery destinations include: Anniston, AL 36201, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055, Tobyhanna, PA 18466, Texarkana, TX 75507, Tracy, CA 95376, Hill, UT 84056, Corpus Christi, TX 78419.

2. The delivery schedule for the various destinations is: desired 14 days – required 21 days from date of order.

Shipping Sack. Cushioned mailer. Outside Dimensions: 7.25 inch x 12 inch. Exterior multi-layer coextruded laminated Polyolefin Film. Color: White. 3/16 inch bubble barrier layer, resistant to moisture, puncture and tear, high-strength, hot-melt adhesive closure. Recycled Content: 5 % post consumer material. Box equals 100 each.

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BX

12,000

Shipping Sack. Inside Dimensions: 5.75 inch wide x 8.25 inch long (minimum). Plastic, Polyethylene first and second wall, Paper, kraft third wall. Assembly Method: Heat Seal. Waterproof, grease and abrasion resistant. Load Capacity: .80 pounds. Color: Buff. Recycled Content: 5% post consumer material. CID A-A-1588. 250 each per package.

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U/I

PG

Shipping Sack. Inside Dimensions: 7.25 inch Wide x 12 inch Long. Plastic, Polyethylene first and second wall, paper kraft third wall. Assembly Method: Heat Seal. Color: Buff. Pressure sensitive adhesive closure flap. Waterproof, grease & abrasion resistant. Load capacity: 1.04 pounds. Recycled Content: 5% post consumer material. CID A-A-1588 applies. 100 each per package.

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U/I

PG

Shipping Sack. Outside Dimensions: 10.50 inch x 16 inch. Style Designator: A4 Flat. Paper, Kraft first wall and Paper Kraft second wall. Assembly Method: Glued. Water resistant. Open one end. Any acceptable color. Pressure sensitive adhesive closure. Load Capacity: 10 pounds. Recycled Content: 5 % post consumer material. CID A-A-160.

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U/I

HD

HD

HD

HD

Shipping Sack. Outside Dimensions: 12.50 inch x 19 inch. Style Designator: A4 Flat. Paper, Kraft first wall and Paper Kraft second wall. Assembly Method: Glued. Water resistant. Open one end. Any acceptable color. Pressure sensitive adhesive closure. Load Capacity: 10 pounds. Recycled Content: 5 % post consumer material. CID A-A-160. 50 each per Box.

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BX

20076

BX

BX

BX

BX

BX