Attachment 4 - Questions and Clarifications.pdf
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- W50S8B-26-Q-A013
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Department of the Army National Guard
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This is a Questions and Answers document for Solicitation W50S8B-26-Q-A013, a federal contract opportunity for Snowplow Blades for the 108th Wing.
The solicitation addresses snowplow blade specifications and procurement requirements. Key product specifications include blades measuring 6" high x 7/8" thick in 3' or 4' lengths, with 11/16" ID steel bushings located 1.5" from the top on 12" centers for mounting. Tungsten carbide inserts are required with nominal dimensions of 1" length, 0.32" minimum width, and 0.95" nominal height in a trapezoid shape. The existing plow does not have a trip edge. Snowplow blades are treated as Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) items. Regarding manufacturing and origin, the size standard for NAICS 333120 is 1,250 employees. Country-of-origin requirements fall under clause 252.225-7001 (Buy American and Balance of Payments Program), with qualifying countries receiving no penalty, while non-qualifying countries incur a 50% Buy American Price Penalty during evaluation. China is acceptable as a country of origin for COTS items. The FOB term is FOB Destination, with delivery and freight charges listed separately from unit pricing. Inspection and acceptance occurs at McGuire AFB, NJ 08641-5406. FAR 52.219-33 (Nonmanufacturer Rule) and SBA class or individual waivers do not apply to this acquisition. Offerors must complete FAR 52.212-3 Alt I based on whether their SAM.gov representations and certifications are current and complete, either verifying their SAM profile or completing applicable representations in full text.
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| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Attachment 5 - Solicitation Amendment W50S8B26QA0130001 SF 30.pdf | ||
| Attachment 1 - W50S8B26QA013.pdf | ||
| Attachment 2 - Product Description.pdf | ||
| Attachment 3 - Price Schedule - Snow Plow Blades.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet |
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Solicitation #: W50S8B-26-Q-A013 Project Name & Number: Snowplow Blades for the 108th Wing
Updated: Updated 28 Aug 26
RFI # Submitted Answered Question Response Response By
1 25-Aug-26 28-Aug-26 Could you please confirm whether you accept China as the country of origin for the Snowplow Blades quoted under Solicitation No.
W50S8B-26-Q-A013?
As snowplow blades are considered a Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) Item, snowplow blades that have China as the country of origin will be considered.
COTS products produced by the list of Qualifying Countries listed in clause 252.225-7001 will be considered equivalent to domestic products for this solicitation and will not incur a Buy American Price Penalty during the source selection process. Any country not listed in 252.225-7001 will be considered but will incur a 50% Buy American Price Penalty during the evaluation process in accordance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation 225.502(c). The 50% Buy American Price Penalty is a mathematical evaluation factor only and will not be included in any potential award in the event the quoted foreign-made product is selected for award.
Vendors should clearly state the product's country of origin in their quote.
108th Contracting Office
2 25-Aug-26 28-Aug-26 Does the existing plow have a trip edge? No 108th Contracting Office
3 25-Aug-26 28-Aug-26 What is the height of the cutting edge that needs to be replaced?
Dimensions: 6” high x 7/8” thick x 3’ or 4’ length
The 11/16” ID steel bushings are located 1.5” from the top of the blade on 12” centers to facilitate mounting to the plow.
The tungsten carbide insert shall generally comprise the following total dimensions:
• Length: 1” nominal
• Width: 0.32” min.
• Height: 0.95” nominal
• Shape: Trapezoid
108th Contracting Office
4 27-Aug-26 28-Aug-26 What is the exact FOB Term for CLIN 0001? FOB Destination 108th Contracting Office 5 27-Aug-26 28-Aug-26 Should the unit price include all freight to the delivery address? Any delivery or freight charges should be listed separately 108th Contracting Office 6 27-Aug-26 28-Aug-26 What are the stated inspection and acceptance locations? McGuire AFB, NJ 08641-5406 108th Contracting Office
7 27-Aug-26 28-Aug-26 Does FAR 52.219-33, Nonmanufacturer Rule, apply to this acquisition?
No 108th Contracting Office
8 27-Aug-26 28-Aug-26 Does an SBA class or individual waiver apply? No 108th Contracting Office
108th Wing Questions & Clarifications
9 27-Aug-26 28-Aug-26
Can you confirm the manufacturer size and U.S.manufacturing requirements that the offered item must meet.
The size standard for NAICS 333120 is 1250 employees, listed in block 10, pg 1 of the SF 1449.
U.S. Manufacturing requirements are listed in 252.225-7001 Buy American and Balance of Payments Program. Also see RFI #1 for more information.
108th Contracting Office
10 27-Aug-26 28-Aug-26 Can you confirm the country-of-origin and Buy American provision that applies to CLIN 0001?
252.225-7001 Buy American and Balance of Payments Program applies to CLIN 0001. Qualifying countries are listed in that clause. 108th Contracting Office
11 27-Aug-26 28-Aug-26
Which portions of FAR 52.212-3 Alt I must the offeror complete? The exact portions an offeror must complete depend on whether their electronic Representations and Certifications in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) are current and complete.
If SAM Reps & Certs are completely and Current:
Verify electronically submitted SAM profile. If any SAM representation has changed for this specific solicitation, list changes in paragraph (b)(2) Required Portions to Complete : Paragragh (b) Only
If SAM Reps & Certs are NOT completed:
Complete all applicable representations in full text, including Paragraph (c)(12) (added by Alternate I) if claiming Small Disadvantaged Business status Required Portions to Complete: Paragraphs (c) through (v)
108th Contracting Office
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