GSA Class 5 Approved Safe

The Department of the Army National Guard is soliciting quotes for a GSA Class 5 approved safe, specifically a Hamilton Information Processing System (IPS) Container for secure communications. The procurement is being conducted under NAICS code 332999 for All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing with a size standard of 750 employees, following FAR Part 12 procedures for commercial products. The required safe must meet specific dimensions of 51 1/4"H x 27"W x 45"D, be constructed of reinforced steel in gray color, and weigh 1600 pounds with features including two 10" fans, cable entry box, 24U vertical rack mounts, and a Kaba Mas X-10 Lock. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of offer submission and contract award, with written quotes due by September 22, 2025 at 10:00 AM. The solicitation requires completion of specific blocks on Standard Form 1449 including discount terms, contractor CAGE code, and pricing information.

This procurement is set aside for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) concerns, specifically Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) enterprises, despite the main solicitation notice indicating no set-aside is used. The contract requires delivery of one secure communications safe to Sidewinder Road in Kekaha, Hawaii 96752, with the contractor responsible for all transportation costs. The requested delivery date is September 30, 2025, providing a tight timeline of approximately eight days from the quote deadline to required delivery. The procurement is funded by Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) for fiscal year 2025, indicating this is a defense-related communications security requirement. The place of performance is specified as Kekaha, Hawaii, located on the island of Kauai, which may present logistical challenges given the remote location and weight of the equipment.