Box Kits to pack the M2A1 Machine Gun

Added: Mar 15, 2016 2:22 pm 1. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6 - Streamlines Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items in conjunction with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Subpart 13.5 Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Items. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This is a Request for Quote (RFQ) and the RFQ number is SP3300-16-Q-0170 (see attached combined synopsis/solictation).

2. This notice incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005-87effective 07 Mar 2016 and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) DCN 20150226 edition and Defense Logistics Acquisition Directive (DLAD) Current to Revision 5 and PROCLTR 2016-02. The complete text of any of the clauses and provisions may be accessed in full text at http://farsite.hill.af.mil.

3. This acquisition is 100% small business set-aside. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this project is 322211 and the size standard 1,250 employees.

4. Limitations on Subcontracting: the Limitations on Subcontracting FAR clause 52.219.14 referenced in this solicitation requires any small business manufacturer of these products to perform at least 50% of the cost of manufacturing the items, not including the cost of materials.

5. This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is being issued to establish a firm-fixed price contract for 3,000 box kits to pack the M2A1 Machine Gun with an option to increase quantity up to 100%. Component specifications are detailed in Attachment 1 - Special Packaging Instruction (SPI) AM13028723 dated 150527 and Attachment 2 - Schedule of Supplies and Services. Any award resulting from this RFQ will be issued on a Standard Form (SF) 1449.

All dimensions are "inner dimensions" in inches. The bag dimensions are between inner seal edges.

6. Delivery: First shipment of 1,000 box kits to be delivered within 60 days After Date of Contract (ADC), Second shipment of 1,000 box kits to be delivered within 150 days ADC. Third shipment of 1,000 box kits to be delivered within 240 days ADC (Note: the total quantity is for 3,000 box kits). In the event that the Government receives additional requirements after the award has been issued, the Government may add additional quantity, up to the percentage cited. It is requested that pricing be submitted on the option quantity, which is shown on the Schedule of Supplies and Services page as a separate item. Evaluation for award of the proposed requirement will be based upon the lowest aggregate total price submitted for the total quantity, inclusive of the option quantity. Each box kit consists of the components listed on the Schedule of Supplies/Services. Specific delivery dates will be established at the time of the award.

7. COMPLETE SETS MUST BE SHIPPED FOR GOVERNMENT ACCEPTANCE WITH EACH SHIPMENT.

8. PACKING AND SHIPPING REQUIREMENTS:
All deliveries shall be packed and packaged in accordance with best commercial practices to insure safe delivery to destination. The contractor shall adequately seal packages containing VCI Wrap or VCI bags to prevent loss of VCI quantities.

Pallets must meet the requirements of International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM) 15.

The contractor shall palletize 15 containers (Part Number 906571) and contents (Part Numbers 10-25008-00, 906570, and 905178) Fifteen sets shall be shipped on an ISPM approved pallet as prescribed under the Palletization paragraph on page 4 of attached SPI AM 13028723.

Part Number on SPI AM 13028723: 906571 Box shall be assembled.

Part Number on SPI AM 13028723: 10-25008-00 Box shall be assembled and placed inside P/N 906571 for shipment.

Part Number on SPI AM 13028723: 906570 Foam insert set shall be placed inside P/N
10-25008-00 for shipment.

Part Number on SPI AM 13028723: 905178 One each bag shall be packed inside P/N
10-25008-00.

Part Number on SPI AM 13028723: 906016 Boxes shall be shipped knocked-down. Boxes shall be bundled together and clearly marked with the SPI P/N on either a pallet with wrap and/or banded to pallet.

Part Number on SPI AM 13028723: 902524 Bags shall be packaged and sealed to prevent the loss of the corrosion inhibitors within the material. Bags may be shipped as total quantities of like items and palletized.

Part Number on SPI AM 13028723: 914534 Tubes shall be consolidated together and packed inside a container with the SPI P/N clearly marked on the outside of the container.

Part Number on SPI AM 13028723: 902504 Items shall be packaged and sealed to prevent the loss of the corrosion inhibitors within the material. Items may be shipped as total quantities of like items and palletized.

Part Number on SPI AM 13028723: 905204 Bags may be shipped as total quantities of like items and palletized.

Part Number on SPI AM 13028723: 905202 Bags may be shipped as total quantities of like items and palletized.

Part Number on SPI AM 13028723: 905515 Items shall be packaged and sealed to prevent the loss of the corrosion inhibitors within the material. Wraps may be shipped as total quantities of like items and palletized.

9. PACKING AND MARKING REQUIREMENTS: All products shall be packaged best commercial practice in accordance with ASTM 3951. All shipments must contain proper shipping documentation. Contractor shall attach, in a water resistant envelope, to the exterior shipping container a commercial packing list. All documents must include at a minimum, contract number and document number for the item, stock number, quantity, and unit of issue. Omission of any data on the shipping documentation could cause a delay in receipt of goods and significantly delay payment.

10. Delivery point is FOB Destination. SHIPPING ADDRESS WILL BE AS FOLLOWS:
DODAAC ADDRESS
SB3540 DLA Distribution Anniston, Alabama
7 Frankford Avenue
Bldg 362 Central Receiving
Anniston, AL 36201

11. Contractor shall type company name, address, and CAGE code exactly as it appears in the DoD System for Award Management (SAM) Database.
Company Name: _________________________________
Company Address: ________________________________

_________________________________

_________________________________
CAGE Code: _________________________________

Point of Contact _________________________________

Telephone: _________________________________

EMAIL __________________________________

12. SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT - A prospective awardee shall be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to award, during performance and through final payment of any contract resulting from this solicitation. Offerors may obtain information on registration and annual confirmation requirements via the Internet at http://www.sam.gov.

13. INVOICING AND PAYMENT - Invoicing and Payment will be made via Wide Are WorkFlow (WAWF). See DFAR Clause 252.232-7003 and 252.232-7006 found on pages 3, 5, and 6 of the RFQ.

14. MARK CONTRACT NUMBER ON ALL CORRESPONDENCE
Contractor must mark the contract or purchase order number on all paperwork and shipments. The order number must appear on the exterior of the
shipment. Failure to follow these instructions will hold up payment to you and could result in the return of merchandise at your expense.

15. Questions shall be submitted in writing via e-mail to:
Email: Catherine.doyne@dla.mil

The Government is not soliciting for the "same old way" of doing business. The Government encourages proposals that will achieve savings through innovative processes. Furthermore, DLA Distribution personal are working to eliminate unnecessary requirements and negotiating for a reduction in supplies/material prices. Therefore, your assistance is requested in reducing prices and improving our buying processes.

Attachments:
Attachment 1 - Special Packaging Instruction (SPI) AM13028723 dated 150527

Attachment 2 - Schedule of Supplies and Services

 SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES
(SEE ATTACHMENT 2)