85 HPX Garnet Abrasive 55#drums

1) 85 HPX Garnet Abrasive 55# drums, item number 60855003 (Quantity - 39,600 pounds)

The Naval Air Warfare Center, Weapons Division, China Lake, CA intends to procure on a competitive basis this requirement, in accordance with FAR 12 and 13. This requirement is a manufacturer sole sourced to Barton International, Six Warren Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801. This request is being competed between the listed manufacturer and it's authorized distributors. This material is the only material acceptable to use in the waterjet machine, OMAX, to maintain OEM warranty.

The solicitation or Request for Quote (RFQ) will be posted on the FEDBIZOPPS website at http://www.fbo.gov/ on or about 11/20/2018.

Any firm believing it can fulfill the requirement identified above may submit a written response to be received at the Contracting Office no later than 10 days after the date of publication of this notice, which shall be considered by the agency. The written response shall reference solicitation number N6893619Q0060. It must clearly show the firm's ability to perform the required work without compromising the quality, accuracy, reliability of the product without causing programmatic hardship. Electronic delivery of quotations is preferred. If you provide a quote via any other method provide us with the date package was sent, commercial carrier, and tracking number so that we can ensure that your quotation is reviewed for consideration during the award process.

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