7' saw blades

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is issuing a Request for Quote (RFQ) solicitation (SPMYM226Q7057) for two line items of specialized saw blades on behalf of the Navy, specifically for use at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard. The solicitation seeks four units of 7'2" x 3/4" tough tooth power hacksaw blades (Part No. ESSWACH7) and twenty units of 41-1/2" long saw blades with 5 holes (Part No. ESS41255), both designated as sole source procurements. The primary contract requirement mandates that offerors provide firm fixed unit pricing with FOB destination terms to Bremerton, Washington, and all proposals must include a signed and completed solicitation form with the contractor's point of contact, cage code, manufacturer information, lead time/delivery date, and all required federal compliance certifications. This solicitation incorporates extensive FAR and DFARS clauses including supply chain traceability documentation, item unique identification markings, and multiple federal compliance certifications related to ethics, labor standards, environmental regulations, and national security. The critical deadline for submission is April 24, 2026 at 2:00 PM local time, with electronic submission required via email to karl.lindley@dla.mil.

This procurement is set aside as a 100% Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) acquisition, restricting competition to qualified WOSB entities. East Side Saw & Sales Inc., the original equipment manufacturer located in Bellevue, Washington, is designated as the sole source supplier based on proprietary intellectual property and patented technologies for these exact replacement parts compatible with existing Navy E.H. Wachs saw machines. The estimated contract value falls within the $15,000 to $350,000 range based on the sole source justification. Required delivery is April 30, 2026 to Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton, Washington (DoDAAC: N4523A), with inspection and acceptance occurring at destination under Quality Assurance Level 4 with a 7-day inspection period. Payment will be made electronically through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system upon receipt and acceptance, and offerors must provide pricing information in the designated blocks and complete all representations and certifications specified in the solicitation documents.