Terms and Conditions.pdf

This solicitation requests proposals for corn starch blast media to be used by the Department of Homeland Security US Coast Guard. Offerors are invited to submit proposals for the supply of corn starch-based abrasive media suitable for various surface preparation and cleaning applications. Proposals are due by August 15, 2023, with contract award anticipated by September 30, 2023. Pricing is to be provided on a per-pound basis for annual quantities estimated between 50,000 and 100,000 pounds, with options to increase the contract ceiling up to 250,000 pounds total over three years depending on needs and funding availability. The solicitation encourages offers from small businesses and sets aside 50% of the value for small business participation.