Sewing Machines & Training

The United States Special Operation Command (USASOC) has a requirement for the life cycle replacement of 200+ sewing machines, brand name specific to CONSEW and JUKI and the necessary onsite training to operate and maintain the sewing machines.  These sewing machines are needed to support four new parachute systems (T-11, T11R, MC-6, and JPADS), the MC-4 military freefall parachute system and its replacement, the Advance Ram-Air Parachute (ARAP) system.  This life-cycle replacement will allow USASOC to standardize the sewing machines across the command reducing sustainment costs and ensuring stability. The sewing machinges and on-site training will be delivered to all of the USASOC MSU locations and the requested delivery dates are 30/60/90 days prioritized after receipt of award.  Full specifications will be detailed in the solicitation.  The solicitation number is H92239-10-T-0016 and will be issued as a request for quotation (RFQ).  USASOC intends to award on a competitive basis, using simplified acquisition procedures.  This procurement shall be unrestricted since market research does not indicate USASOC will receive reasonable offers from 2 or more small businesses capable of providing the 200+ sewing machines and the on-site training requirement.  The anticipated NAICS code is 333292 with a size standard of 500 employees.  Interested vendors shall be registered in the Central Contractor Registration database prior to award of a contract. Information regarding this registration can be found at http://www.ccr.gov/. Offerors will be required to complete either a paper copy of the Representations and Certifications or may complete them online at http://orca.bpn.gov) in responding to this requirement. This acquisition is being conducted under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12 regarding the acquisition of commercial items.  Offerors are responsible for routinely checking this web-site for any possible solicitation amendments that may be issued.  No individual notification of any amendment will be provided.  Proposal due date and time is 12:00 pm (EST) on 05 AUG 10. A solicitation will be issued electronically. Hard copies will not be issued. It will be available only via the Federal Business Opportunities web site (www.fedbizopps.gov).  Potential offerors are responsible for downloading the solicitation package. Notifications of any updates or amendments to the solicitation will be posted on the aforementioned website. It is the sole responsibility of the offeror to continually view this website for changes. No solicitation mailing list will be compiled or published.