Self retracting lifeline

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime is seeking quotes for 12 units of 3M DBI/SALA Ultra-Lok 85-foot Self-Retracting Lifelines with swivel snap hooks (manufacturer part number 3503884) that comply with ANSI 2359.1 and OSHA regulations. This is a Request for Quote (RFQ) issued on January 23, 2026, with a critical response deadline of January 26, 2026 at 7:00 AM PST. The Government will evaluate offers based on technical acceptability, price, and past performance using the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS/PPIRS-SR). Contractors must provide comprehensive information including CAGE code, point of contact details, firm-fixed pricing on a unit basis with FOB Destination terms to Bremerton, Washington, and must complete and sign all required solicitation sections. Key requirements include obtaining DBIDS credentials for base access, maintaining liability insurance of $500,000 comprehensive general liability, utilizing the DLA Vendor Shipment Module for shipping, and complying with extensive federal acquisition regulations addressing small business protections, Buy American requirements, and cybersecurity safeguards.

This solicitation is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside and a women-owned small business (WOSB) sole-source procurement, with no incumbent contractors identified. The contract value falls within the $15,000 to $350,000 range, with delivery required on or before February 20, 2026 to Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton, Washington (DoDAAC N4523A). The procurement is justified as a sole-source award under FAR 13.106-1(b) because the 3M DBI/SALA system represents direct replacement parts for existing fall protection equipment currently in use at the shipyard's S/06 toolrooms, and uniformity is critical to the shipyard-wide cooperative training program. The contracting officer, Karen Creswell (karen.creswell@dla.mil or 385-591-0040), oversees the procurement, and inspection will occur at destination with a 7-day acceptance window at Quality Assurance Level 4. Quotes must be submitted via email as signed and completed solicitations to be deemed responsive.