Solicitation_G-16 Cargo Parachute and Supplies

Closed Solicitation Posted

This opportunity was awarded. See its 4 award notices in the notice history.

Solicitation number
W912CH-24-R-0080
Agency
TACOM Life Cycle Management Command Army Materiel Command, Department of Defense
Responses due
Set-aside
Total Small Business

Opportunity facts

NAICS code
314999 All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills
PSC
1670 Parachutes; Aerial Pick Up, Delivery, Recovery Systems; And Cargo Tie Down Equipment
Place of performance
United States
Points of contact

Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .

About this opportunity

The Department of the Army Materiel Command TACOM Life Cycle Management Command is seeking to procure approximately three, 5-year Firm Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award contracts for G-16 Cargo Parachute and related supplies. The solicitation covers 13 specific items including cargo parachutes, suspension lines, radial reefing lines, cutters, skirt spreaders, modules, deployment bag liners, and riser assemblies. First Article Testing is required for all items, with provisions for potential waivers. The Government will evaluate proposals based on past performance, pricing, and administrative factors, with the Berry Amendment requiring domestic-source materials. The solicitation (W912CH-24-R-0080) was originally posted on June 27, 2024, with the proposal due date extended to September 3, 2024, and all questions must be submitted in writing to the contracting specialist.

This is a 100% Small Business set-aside procurement utilizing North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 314999 for Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with the corresponding NAICS code and comply with small business size regulations. The Technical Data Packages associated with the requirement are Distribution Code "C", and contractors are authorized to ship early at no additional cost to the Government. The place of performance is within the United States, with future delivery orders to be awarded competitively among the multiple contract holders. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the solicitation indicates the Government will issue approximately three contracts, each with a 5-year term, covering the procurement of various parachute and aerial delivery equipment components used by the U.S. military.

Notice text

10 versions

Update #10 · Latest ·

***AMD 0005 released on 20 MAR 2025.***

***Additional Solicitation Questions and Answers have been posted as of 26 August 2024. See Q&A attachment "Additional Questions and Answers Solicitation W912CH-24-R-0080" for details***

***AMD 0004 released on 22 AUG 2024.***

***Solicitation Questions and Answers have been posted as of 19 August 2024. See Q&A attachment "Questions and Answers Solicitation W912CH-24-R-0080" for details***

***AMD 0003 released on 08 AUG 2024.***

***Questions and Answers from the Pre-proposal conference have been posted. See attachment "Pre-Proposal Conference QA W912CH24R0080" ***

***AMD 0002 released on 01 AUG 2024 and extends proposal due date to 26 AUG 2024***

***AMD 0001 released on 23 JUL 2024 and extends proposal due date to 05 AUG 2024***

Pre-Proposal Conference Invitation;*

Date: 26 July 2024

Time: 12:00 PM EST to 1:00 PM EST

Place: Microsoft Teams meeting application

**see attachments for meeting link and access instructions.

**For any questions please email the point of contact for this posting.

***If you would like a calendar invitation sent to your inbox please email the point of contact for this posting by 3:00 PM EST by 25 July 2024.

**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************

1. This Request for Proposal (RFP) is a 100% Small Business set-Aside in accordance with (IAW) FAR 52.219-6 - Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside.

2. This RFP will result in approximately three, 5-Year, Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award (MADOC) contracts for the following items:

ITEM DESCRIPTION

a. G-16 Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-657-0128

b. Suspension Line, Parachute NSN: 1670-01-673-8535

c. Line, Radial Reefing, 24 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-7754

d. Pocket, Cutter, NSN: 1670-01-673-7753

e. Line, Radial Reefing, 31 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-8039

f. Skirt, Spreader, G-16, NSN: 1670-01-673-8043

g. Link, Soft, NSN: 1670-01-673-8045

h. Canopy, Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-673-6328

i. Elliptical Module, NSN: 1670-01-673-6332

j. Square Module, Lower, NSN: 1670-01-673-6334

k. Square Module, Upper, NSN: 1670-01-673-6336

l. Liner, Deployment Bag, NSN: 1670-01-673-6781

m. Riser Assembly, NSN: 1670-01-673-6782

3. There are Technical Data Packages (TDPs) associated with this requirement. They are Distribution Code "C".

4. First Article Testing (FAT) is required for all items in this solicitation. To request the initial FAT to be waived, see Paragraph L.8., Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver. To request the FAT to be waived on competitive Delivery Orders see Paragraph H.2, Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver.

5. The Berry Amendment, 10 U.S.C. 4862, applies domestic-source requirements to certain food, clothing, fabrics, specialty metals, and hand or measuring tools when purchased with DoD appropriated funds. This solicitation includes DFARS, 252.225-7012 Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities which implements the Berry Amendment.

6. Offerors are encouraged to review Section L - "INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS" and Section M for Evaluation criteria.

7. The Government will utilize North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 314999 (Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills). This NAICS code will also be assigned to subsequent awarded delivery orders thereunder.

8. Failure to register in SAM for the corresponding NAICS code identified in paragraph 6. above prior to submitting a proposal against this solicitation may preclude an award being made to your company. Offerors should be aware of how U.S. Small Business (SB) concerns are defined in FAR Part 19, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Part 19, and 13 CFR 121, Small Business Size Regulations. Offerors are advised to review 13 CFR 121.103, "How does SBA Determine Affiliation".

9. This solicitation contains provisions and clauses that require you, the Offeror, to complete fill-ins and/or representations. Please review and complete all such fill-ins. Your offer may be determined ineligible for award if these fill-ins and representations are not completed.

10. The contractor is authorized to ship early at no additional cost to the Government.

11. Future delivery orders will be awarded IAW FAR clause 52.216-19, Order Limitations, Section B., and Section H.1 Delivery Order Competition.

12. Please acknowledge all amendments to this solicitation in the space provided under Section A.4. Include the number and date of each amendment.

13. All questions pertaining to this solicitation shall be directed in writing to: NICHOLAS LANG CONTRACT SPECIALIST, ARMY CONTRACTING COMMAND - DETROIT ARSENAL E-MAIL: NICHOLAS.A.LANG.CIV@ARMY.MIL

Update #9 ·

***Additional Solicitation Questions and Answers have been posted as of 26 August 2024. See Q&A attachment "Additional Questions and Answers Solicitation W912CH-24-R-0080" for details***

***AMD 0004 released on 22 AUG 2024.***

***Solicitation Questions and Answers have been posted as of 19 August 2024. See Q&A attachment "Questions and Answers Solicitation W912CH-24-R-0080" for details***

***AMD 0003 released on 08 AUG 2024.***

***Questions and Answers from the Pre-proposal conference have been posted. See attachment "Pre-Proposal Conference QA W912CH24R0080" ***

***AMD 0002 released on 01 AUG 2024 and extends proposal due date to 26 AUG 2024***

***AMD 0001 released on 23 JUL 2024 and extends proposal due date to 05 AUG 2024***

Pre-Proposal Conference Invitation;*

Date: 26 July 2024

Time: 12:00 PM EST to 1:00 PM EST

Place: Microsoft Teams meeting application

**see attachments for meeting link and access instructions.

**For any questions please email the point of contact for this posting.

***If you would like a calendar invitation sent to your inbox please email the point of contact for this posting by 3:00 PM EST by 25 July 2024.

**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************

1. This Request for Proposal (RFP) is a 100% Small Business set-Aside in accordance with (IAW) FAR 52.219-6 - Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside.

2. This RFP will result in approximately three, 5-Year, Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award (MADOC) contracts for the following items:

ITEM DESCRIPTION

a. G-16 Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-657-0128

b. Suspension Line, Parachute NSN: 1670-01-673-8535

c. Line, Radial Reefing, 24 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-7754

d. Pocket, Cutter, NSN: 1670-01-673-7753

e. Line, Radial Reefing, 31 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-8039

f. Skirt, Spreader, G-16, NSN: 1670-01-673-8043

g. Link, Soft, NSN: 1670-01-673-8045

h. Canopy, Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-673-6328

i. Elliptical Module, NSN: 1670-01-673-6332

j. Square Module, Lower, NSN: 1670-01-673-6334

k. Square Module, Upper, NSN: 1670-01-673-6336

l. Liner, Deployment Bag, NSN: 1670-01-673-6781

m. Riser Assembly, NSN: 1670-01-673-6782

3. There are Technical Data Packages (TDPs) associated with this requirement. They are Distribution Code "C".

4. First Article Testing (FAT) is required for all items in this solicitation. To request the initial FAT to be waived, see Paragraph L.8., Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver. To request the FAT to be waived on competitive Delivery Orders see Paragraph H.2, Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver.

5. The Berry Amendment, 10 U.S.C. 4862, applies domestic-source requirements to certain food, clothing, fabrics, specialty metals, and hand or measuring tools when purchased with DoD appropriated funds. This solicitation includes DFARS, 252.225-7012 Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities which implements the Berry Amendment.

6. Offerors are encouraged to review Section L - "INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS" and Section M for Evaluation criteria.

7. The Government will utilize North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 314999 (Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills). This NAICS code will also be assigned to subsequent awarded delivery orders thereunder.

8. Failure to register in SAM for the corresponding NAICS code identified in paragraph 6. above prior to submitting a proposal against this solicitation may preclude an award being made to your company. Offerors should be aware of how U.S. Small Business (SB) concerns are defined in FAR Part 19, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Part 19, and 13 CFR 121, Small Business Size Regulations. Offerors are advised to review 13 CFR 121.103, "How does SBA Determine Affiliation".

9. This solicitation contains provisions and clauses that require you, the Offeror, to complete fill-ins and/or representations. Please review and complete all such fill-ins. Your offer may be determined ineligible for award if these fill-ins and representations are not completed.

10. The contractor is authorized to ship early at no additional cost to the Government.

11. Future delivery orders will be awarded IAW FAR clause 52.216-19, Order Limitations, Section B., and Section H.1 Delivery Order Competition.

12. Please acknowledge all amendments to this solicitation in the space provided under Section A.4. Include the number and date of each amendment.

13. All questions pertaining to this solicitation shall be directed in writing to: KALEY WEEDEN CONTRACT SPECIALIST, ARMY CONTRACTING COMMAND - DETROIT ARSENAL E-MAIL: KALEY.H.WEEDEN.CIV@ARMY.MIL

Update #8 ·

***AMD 0004 released on 22 AUG 2024.***

***Solicitation Questions and Answers have been posted as of 19 August 2024. See Q&A attachment "Questions and Answers Solicitation W912CH-24-R-0080" for details***

***AMD 0003 released on 08 AUG 2024.***

***Questions and Answers from the Pre-proposal conference have been posted. See attachment "Pre-Proposal Conference QA W912CH24R0080" ***

***AMD 0002 released on 01 AUG 2024 and extends proposal due date to 26 AUG 2024***

***AMD 0001 released on 23 JUL 2024 and extends proposal due date to 05 AUG 2024***

Pre-Proposal Conference Invitation;*

Date: 26 July 2024

Time: 12:00 PM EST to 1:00 PM EST

Place: Microsoft Teams meeting application

**see attachments for meeting link and access instructions.

**For any questions please email the point of contact for this posting.

***If you would like a calendar invitation sent to your inbox please email the point of contact for this posting by 3:00 PM EST by 25 July 2024.

**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************

1. This Request for Proposal (RFP) is a 100% Small Business set-Aside in accordance with (IAW) FAR 52.219-6 - Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside.

2. This RFP will result in approximately three, 5-Year, Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award (MADOC) contracts for the following items:

ITEM DESCRIPTION

a. G-16 Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-657-0128

b. Suspension Line, Parachute NSN: 1670-01-673-8535

c. Line, Radial Reefing, 24 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-7754

d. Pocket, Cutter, NSN: 1670-01-673-7753

e. Line, Radial Reefing, 31 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-8039

f. Skirt, Spreader, G-16, NSN: 1670-01-673-8043

g. Link, Soft, NSN: 1670-01-673-8045

h. Canopy, Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-673-6328

i. Elliptical Module, NSN: 1670-01-673-6332

j. Square Module, Lower, NSN: 1670-01-673-6334

k. Square Module, Upper, NSN: 1670-01-673-6336

l. Liner, Deployment Bag, NSN: 1670-01-673-6781

m. Riser Assembly, NSN: 1670-01-673-6782

3. There are Technical Data Packages (TDPs) associated with this requirement. They are Distribution Code "C".

4. First Article Testing (FAT) is required for all items in this solicitation. To request the initial FAT to be waived, see Paragraph L.8., Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver. To request the FAT to be waived on competitive Delivery Orders see Paragraph H.2, Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver.

5. The Berry Amendment, 10 U.S.C. 4862, applies domestic-source requirements to certain food, clothing, fabrics, specialty metals, and hand or measuring tools when purchased with DoD appropriated funds. This solicitation includes DFARS, 252.225-7012 Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities which implements the Berry Amendment.

6. Offerors are encouraged to review Section L - "INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS" and Section M for Evaluation criteria.

7. The Government will utilize North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 314999 (Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills). This NAICS code will also be assigned to subsequent awarded delivery orders thereunder.

8. Failure to register in SAM for the corresponding NAICS code identified in paragraph 6. above prior to submitting a proposal against this solicitation may preclude an award being made to your company. Offerors should be aware of how U.S. Small Business (SB) concerns are defined in FAR Part 19, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Part 19, and 13 CFR 121, Small Business Size Regulations. Offerors are advised to review 13 CFR 121.103, "How does SBA Determine Affiliation".

9. This solicitation contains provisions and clauses that require you, the Offeror, to complete fill-ins and/or representations. Please review and complete all such fill-ins. Your offer may be determined ineligible for award if these fill-ins and representations are not completed.

10. The contractor is authorized to ship early at no additional cost to the Government.

11. Future delivery orders will be awarded IAW FAR clause 52.216-19, Order Limitations, Section B., and Section H.1 Delivery Order Competition.

12. Please acknowledge all amendments to this solicitation in the space provided under Section A.4. Include the number and date of each amendment.

13. All questions pertaining to this solicitation shall be directed in writing to: KALEY WEEDEN CONTRACT SPECIALIST, ARMY CONTRACTING COMMAND - DETROIT ARSENAL E-MAIL: KALEY.H.WEEDEN.CIV@ARMY.MIL

Update #7 ·

***Solicitation Questions and Answers have been posted as of 19 August 2024. See Q&A attachment "Questions and Answers Solicitation W912CH-24-R-0080" for details***

***AMD 0003 released on 08 AUG 2024.***

***Questions and Answers from the Pre-proposal conference have been posted. See attachment "Pre-Proposal Conference QA W912CH24R0080" ***

***AMD 0002 released on 01 AUG 2024 and extends proposal due date to 26 AUG 2024***

***AMD 0001 released on 23 JUL 2024 and extends proposal due date to 05 AUG 2024***

Pre-Proposal Conference Invitation;*

Date: 26 July 2024

Time: 12:00 PM EST to 1:00 PM EST

Place: Microsoft Teams meeting application

**see attachments for meeting link and access instructions.

**For any questions please email the point of contact for this posting.

***If you would like a calendar invitation sent to your inbox please email the point of contact for this posting by 3:00 PM EST by 25 July 2024.

**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************

1. This Request for Proposal (RFP) is a 100% Small Business set-Aside in accordance with (IAW) FAR 52.219-6 - Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside.

2. This RFP will result in approximately three, 5-Year, Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award (MADOC) contracts for the following items:

ITEM DESCRIPTION

a. G-16 Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-657-0128

b. Suspension Line, Parachute NSN: 1670-01-673-8535

c. Line, Radial Reefing, 24 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-7754

d. Pocket, Cutter, NSN: 1670-01-673-7753

e. Line, Radial Reefing, 31 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-8039

f. Skirt, Spreader, G-16, NSN: 1670-01-673-8043

g. Link, Soft, NSN: 1670-01-673-8045

h. Canopy, Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-673-6328

i. Elliptical Module, NSN: 1670-01-673-6332

j. Square Module, Lower, NSN: 1670-01-673-6334

k. Square Module, Upper, NSN: 1670-01-673-6336

l. Liner, Deployment Bag, NSN: 1670-01-673-6781

m. Riser Assembly, NSN: 1670-01-673-6782

3. There are Technical Data Packages (TDPs) associated with this requirement. They are Distribution Code "C".

4. First Article Testing (FAT) is required for all items in this solicitation. To request the initial FAT to be waived, see Paragraph L.8., Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver. To request the FAT to be waived on competitive Delivery Orders see Paragraph H.2, Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver.

5. The Berry Amendment, 10 U.S.C. 4862, applies domestic-source requirements to certain food, clothing, fabrics, specialty metals, and hand or measuring tools when purchased with DoD appropriated funds. This solicitation includes DFARS, 252.225-7012 Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities which implements the Berry Amendment.

6. Offerors are encouraged to review Section L - "INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS" and Section M for Evaluation criteria.

7. The Government will utilize North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 314999 (Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills). This NAICS code will also be assigned to subsequent awarded delivery orders thereunder.

8. Failure to register in SAM for the corresponding NAICS code identified in paragraph 6. above prior to submitting a proposal against this solicitation may preclude an award being made to your company. Offerors should be aware of how U.S. Small Business (SB) concerns are defined in FAR Part 19, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Part 19, and 13 CFR 121, Small Business Size Regulations. Offerors are advised to review 13 CFR 121.103, "How does SBA Determine Affiliation".

9. This solicitation contains provisions and clauses that require you, the Offeror, to complete fill-ins and/or representations. Please review and complete all such fill-ins. Your offer may be determined ineligible for award if these fill-ins and representations are not completed.

10. The contractor is authorized to ship early at no additional cost to the Government.

11. Future delivery orders will be awarded IAW FAR clause 52.216-19, Order Limitations, Section B., and Section H.1 Delivery Order Competition.

12. Please acknowledge all amendments to this solicitation in the space provided under Section A.4. Include the number and date of each amendment.

13. All questions pertaining to this solicitation shall be directed in writing to: KALEY WEEDEN CONTRACT SPECIALIST, ARMY CONTRACTING COMMAND - DETROIT ARSENAL E-MAIL: KALEY.H.WEEDEN.CIV@ARMY.MIL

Update #6 ·

***AMD 0003 released on 08 AUG 2024.***

***Questions and Answers from the Pre-proposal conference have been posted. See attachment "Pre-Proposal Conference QA W912CH24R0080" ***

***AMD 0002 released on 01 AUG 2024 and extends proposal due date to 26 AUG 2024***

***AMD 0001 released on 23 JUL 2024 and extends proposal due date to 05 AUG 2024***

Pre-Proposal Conference Invitation;*

Date: 26 July 2024

Time: 12:00 PM EST to 1:00 PM EST

Place: Microsoft Teams meeting application

**see attachments for meeting link and access instructions.

**For any questions please email the point of contact for this posting.

***If you would like a calendar invitation sent to your inbox please email the point of contact for this posting by 3:00 PM EST by 25 July 2024.

**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************

1. This Request for Proposal (RFP) is a 100% Small Business set-Aside in accordance with (IAW) FAR 52.219-6 - Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside.

2. This RFP will result in approximately three, 5-Year, Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award (MADOC) contracts for the following items:

ITEM DESCRIPTION

a. G-16 Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-657-0128

b. Suspension Line, Parachute NSN: 1670-01-673-8535

c. Line, Radial Reefing, 24 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-7754

d. Pocket, Cutter, NSN: 1670-01-673-7753

e. Line, Radial Reefing, 31 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-8039

f. Skirt, Spreader, G-16, NSN: 1670-01-673-8043

g. Link, Soft, NSN: 1670-01-673-8045

h. Canopy, Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-673-6328

i. Elliptical Module, NSN: 1670-01-673-6332

j. Square Module, Lower, NSN: 1670-01-673-6334

k. Square Module, Upper, NSN: 1670-01-673-6336

l. Liner, Deployment Bag, NSN: 1670-01-673-6781

m. Riser Assembly, NSN: 1670-01-673-6782

3. There are Technical Data Packages (TDPs) associated with this requirement. They are Distribution Code "C".

4. First Article Testing (FAT) is required for all items in this solicitation. To request the initial FAT to be waived, see Paragraph L.8., Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver. To request the FAT to be waived on competitive Delivery Orders see Paragraph H.2, Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver.

5. The Berry Amendment, 10 U.S.C. 4862, applies domestic-source requirements to certain food, clothing, fabrics, specialty metals, and hand or measuring tools when purchased with DoD appropriated funds. This solicitation includes DFARS, 252.225-7012 Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities which implements the Berry Amendment.

6. Offerors are encouraged to review Section L - "INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS" and Section M for Evaluation criteria.

7. The Government will utilize North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 314999 (Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills). This NAICS code will also be assigned to subsequent awarded delivery orders thereunder.

8. Failure to register in SAM for the corresponding NAICS code identified in paragraph 6. above prior to submitting a proposal against this solicitation may preclude an award being made to your company. Offerors should be aware of how U.S. Small Business (SB) concerns are defined in FAR Part 19, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Part 19, and 13 CFR 121, Small Business Size Regulations. Offerors are advised to review 13 CFR 121.103, "How does SBA Determine Affiliation".

9. This solicitation contains provisions and clauses that require you, the Offeror, to complete fill-ins and/or representations. Please review and complete all such fill-ins. Your offer may be determined ineligible for award if these fill-ins and representations are not completed.

10. The contractor is authorized to ship early at no additional cost to the Government.

11. Future delivery orders will be awarded IAW FAR clause 52.216-19, Order Limitations, Section B., and Section H.1 Delivery Order Competition.

12. Please acknowledge all amendments to this solicitation in the space provided under Section A.4. Include the number and date of each amendment.

13. All questions pertaining to this solicitation shall be directed in writing to: KALEY WEEDEN CONTRACT SPECIALIST, ARMY CONTRACTING COMMAND - DETROIT ARSENAL E-MAIL: KALEY.H.WEEDEN.CIV@ARMY.MIL

Update #5 ·

***Questions and Answers from the Pre-proposal conference have been posted. See attachment "Pre-Proposal Conference QA W912CH24R0080" ***

***AMD 0002 released on 01 AUG 2024 and extends proposal due date to 26 AUG 2024***

***AMD 0001 released on 23 JUL 2024 and extends proposal due date to 05 AUG 2024***

Pre-Proposal Conference Invitation;*

Date: 26 July 2024

Time: 12:00 PM EST to 1:00 PM EST

Place: Microsoft Teams meeting application

**see attachments for meeting link and access instructions.

**For any questions please email the point of contact for this posting.

***If you would like a calendar invitation sent to your inbox please email the point of contact for this posting by 3:00 PM EST by 25 July 2024.

**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************

1. This Request for Proposal (RFP) is a 100% Small Business set-Aside in accordance with (IAW) FAR 52.219-6 - Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside.

2. This RFP will result in approximately three, 5-Year, Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award (MADOC) contracts for the following items:

ITEM DESCRIPTION

a. G-16 Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-657-0128

b. Suspension Line, Parachute NSN: 1670-01-673-8535

c. Line, Radial Reefing, 24 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-7754

d. Pocket, Cutter, NSN: 1670-01-673-7753

e. Line, Radial Reefing, 31 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-8039

f. Skirt, Spreader, G-16, NSN: 1670-01-673-8043

g. Link, Soft, NSN: 1670-01-673-8045

h. Canopy, Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-673-6328

i. Elliptical Module, NSN: 1670-01-673-6332

j. Square Module, Lower, NSN: 1670-01-673-6334

k. Square Module, Upper, NSN: 1670-01-673-6336

l. Liner, Deployment Bag, NSN: 1670-01-673-6781

m. Riser Assembly, NSN: 1670-01-673-6782

3. There are Technical Data Packages (TDPs) associated with this requirement. They are Distribution Code "C".

4. First Article Testing (FAT) is required for all items in this solicitation. To request the initial FAT to be waived, see Paragraph L.8., Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver. To request the FAT to be waived on competitive Delivery Orders see Paragraph H.2, Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver.

5. The Berry Amendment, 10 U.S.C. 4862, applies domestic-source requirements to certain food, clothing, fabrics, specialty metals, and hand or measuring tools when purchased with DoD appropriated funds. This solicitation includes DFARS, 252.225-7012 Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities which implements the Berry Amendment.

6. Offerors are encouraged to review Section L - "INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS" and Section M for Evaluation criteria.

7. The Government will utilize North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 314999 (Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills). This NAICS code will also be assigned to subsequent awarded delivery orders thereunder.

8. Failure to register in SAM for the corresponding NAICS code identified in paragraph 6. above prior to submitting a proposal against this solicitation may preclude an award being made to your company. Offerors should be aware of how U.S. Small Business (SB) concerns are defined in FAR Part 19, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Part 19, and 13 CFR 121, Small Business Size Regulations. Offerors are advised to review 13 CFR 121.103, "How does SBA Determine Affiliation".

9. This solicitation contains provisions and clauses that require you, the Offeror, to complete fill-ins and/or representations. Please review and complete all such fill-ins. Your offer may be determined ineligible for award if these fill-ins and representations are not completed.

10. The contractor is authorized to ship early at no additional cost to the Government.

11. Future delivery orders will be awarded IAW FAR clause 52.216-19, Order Limitations, Section B., and Section H.1 Delivery Order Competition.

12. Please acknowledge all amendments to this solicitation in the space provided under Section A.4. Include the number and date of each amendment.

13. All questions pertaining to this solicitation shall be directed in writing to: KALEY WEEDEN CONTRACT SPECIALIST, ARMY CONTRACTING COMMAND - DETROIT ARSENAL E-MAIL: KALEY.H.WEEDEN.CIV@ARMY.MIL

Update #4 ·

***AMD 0002 released on 01 AUG 2024 and extends proposal due date to 26 AUG 2024***

***AMD 0001 released on 23 JUL 2024 and extends proposal due date to 05 AUG 2024***

Pre-Proposal Conference Invitation;*

Date: 26 July 2024

Time: 12:00 PM EST to 1:00 PM EST

Place: Microsoft Teams meeting application

**see attachments for meeting link and access instructions.

**For any questions please email the point of contact for this posting.

***If you would like a calendar invitation sent to your inbox please email the point of contact for this posting by 3:00 PM EST by 25 July 2024.

**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************

1. This Request for Proposal (RFP) is a 100% Small Business set-Aside in accordance with (IAW) FAR 52.219-6 - Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside.

2. This RFP will result in approximately three, 5-Year, Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award (MADOC) contracts for the following items:

ITEM DESCRIPTION

a. G-16 Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-657-0128

b. Suspension Line, Parachute NSN: 1670-01-673-8535

c. Line, Radial Reefing, 24 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-7754

d. Pocket, Cutter, NSN: 1670-01-673-7753

e. Line, Radial Reefing, 31 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-8039

f. Skirt, Spreader, G-16, NSN: 1670-01-673-8043

g. Link, Soft, NSN: 1670-01-673-8045

h. Canopy, Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-673-6328

i. Elliptical Module, NSN: 1670-01-673-6332

j. Square Module, Lower, NSN: 1670-01-673-6334

k. Square Module, Upper, NSN: 1670-01-673-6336

l. Liner, Deployment Bag, NSN: 1670-01-673-6781

m. Riser Assembly, NSN: 1670-01-673-6782

3. There are Technical Data Packages (TDPs) associated with this requirement. They are Distribution Code "C".

4. First Article Testing (FAT) is required for all items in this solicitation. To request the initial FAT to be waived, see Paragraph L.8., Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver. To request the FAT to be waived on competitive Delivery Orders see Paragraph H.2, Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver.

5. The Berry Amendment, 10 U.S.C. 4862, applies domestic-source requirements to certain food, clothing, fabrics, specialty metals, and hand or measuring tools when purchased with DoD appropriated funds. This solicitation includes DFARS, 252.225-7012 Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities which implements the Berry Amendment.

6. Offerors are encouraged to review Section L - "INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS" and Section M for Evaluation criteria.

7. The Government will utilize North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 314999 (Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills). This NAICS code will also be assigned to subsequent awarded delivery orders thereunder.

8. Failure to register in SAM for the corresponding NAICS code identified in paragraph 6. above prior to submitting a proposal against this solicitation may preclude an award being made to your company. Offerors should be aware of how U.S. Small Business (SB) concerns are defined in FAR Part 19, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Part 19, and 13 CFR 121, Small Business Size Regulations. Offerors are advised to review 13 CFR 121.103, "How does SBA Determine Affiliation".

9. This solicitation contains provisions and clauses that require you, the Offeror, to complete fill-ins and/or representations. Please review and complete all such fill-ins. Your offer may be determined ineligible for award if these fill-ins and representations are not completed.

10. The contractor is authorized to ship early at no additional cost to the Government.

11. Future delivery orders will be awarded IAW FAR clause 52.216-19, Order Limitations, Section B., and Section H.1 Delivery Order Competition.

12. Please acknowledge all amendments to this solicitation in the space provided under Section A.4. Include the number and date of each amendment.

13. All questions pertaining to this solicitation shall be directed in writing to: KALEY WEEDEN CONTRACT SPECIALIST, ARMY CONTRACTING COMMAND - DETROIT ARSENAL E-MAIL: KALEY.H.WEEDEN.CIV@ARMY.MIL

Update #3 ·

***AMD 0001 released on 23 JUL 2024 and extends proposal due date to 05 AUG 2024***

Pre-Proposal Conference Invitation;*

Date: 26 July 2024

Time: 12:00 PM EST to 1:00 PM EST

Place: Microsoft Teams meeting application

**see attachments for meeting link and access instructions.

**For any questions please email the point of contact for this posting.

***If you would like a calendar invitation sent to your inbox please email the point of contact for this posting by 3:00 PM EST by 25 July 2024.

**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************

1. This Request for Proposal (RFP) is a 100% Small Business set-Aside in accordance with (IAW) FAR 52.219-6 - Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside.

2. This RFP will result in approximately three, 5-Year, Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award (MADOC) contracts for the following items:

ITEM DESCRIPTION

a. G-16 Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-657-0128

b. Suspension Line, Parachute NSN: 1670-01-673-8535

c. Line, Radial Reefing, 24 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-7754

d. Pocket, Cutter, NSN: 1670-01-673-7753

e. Line, Radial Reefing, 31 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-8039

f. Skirt, Spreader, G-16, NSN: 1670-01-673-8043

g. Link, Soft, NSN: 1670-01-673-8045

h. Canopy, Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-673-6328

i. Elliptical Module, NSN: 1670-01-673-6332

j. Square Module, Lower, NSN: 1670-01-673-6334

k. Square Module, Upper, NSN: 1670-01-673-6336

l. Liner, Deployment Bag, NSN: 1670-01-673-6781

m. Riser Assembly, NSN: 1670-01-673-6782

3. There are Technical Data Packages (TDPs) associated with this requirement. They are Distribution Code "C".

4. First Article Testing (FAT) is required for all items in this solicitation. To request the initial FAT to be waived, see Paragraph L.8., Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver. To request the FAT to be waived on competitive Delivery Orders see Paragraph H.2, Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver.

5. The Berry Amendment, 10 U.S.C. 4862, applies domestic-source requirements to certain food, clothing, fabrics, specialty metals, and hand or measuring tools when purchased with DoD appropriated funds. This solicitation includes DFARS, 252.225-7012 Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities which implements the Berry Amendment.

6. Offerors are encouraged to review Section L - "INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS" and Section M for Evaluation criteria.

7. The Government will utilize North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 314999 (Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills). This NAICS code will also be assigned to subsequent awarded delivery orders thereunder.

8. Failure to register in SAM for the corresponding NAICS code identified in paragraph 6. above prior to submitting a proposal against this solicitation may preclude an award being made to your company. Offerors should be aware of how U.S. Small Business (SB) concerns are defined in FAR Part 19, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Part 19, and 13 CFR 121, Small Business Size Regulations. Offerors are advised to review 13 CFR 121.103, "How does SBA Determine Affiliation".

9. This solicitation contains provisions and clauses that require you, the Offeror, to complete fill-ins and/or representations. Please review and complete all such fill-ins. Your offer may be determined ineligible for award if these fill-ins and representations are not completed.

10. The contractor is authorized to ship early at no additional cost to the Government.

11. Future delivery orders will be awarded IAW FAR clause 52.216-19, Order Limitations, Section B., and Section H.1 Delivery Order Competition.

12. Please acknowledge all amendments to this solicitation in the space provided under Section A.4. Include the number and date of each amendment.

13. All questions pertaining to this solicitation shall be directed in writing to: KALEY WEEDEN CONTRACT SPECIALIST, ARMY CONTRACTING COMMAND - DETROIT ARSENAL E-MAIL: KALEY.H.WEEDEN.CIV@ARMY.MIL

Update #2 ·

Pre-Proposal Conference Invitation;*

Date: 26 July 2024

Time: 12:00 PM EST to 1:00 PM EST

Place: Microsoft Teams meeting application

**see attachments for meeting link and access instructions.

**For any questions please email the point of contact for this posting.

***If you would like a calendar invitation sent to your inbox please email the point of contact for this posting by 3:00 PM EST by 25 July 2024.

**********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************

1. This Request for Proposal (RFP) is a 100% Small Business set-Aside in accordance with (IAW) FAR 52.219-6 - Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside.

2. This RFP will result in approximately three, 5-Year, Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award (MADOC) contracts for the following items:

ITEM DESCRIPTION

a. G-16 Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-657-0128

b. Suspension Line, Parachute NSN: 1670-01-673-8535

c. Line, Radial Reefing, 24 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-7754

d. Pocket, Cutter, NSN: 1670-01-673-7753

e. Line, Radial Reefing, 31 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-8039

f. Skirt, Spreader, G-16, NSN: 1670-01-673-8043

g. Link, Soft, NSN: 1670-01-673-8045

h. Canopy, Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-673-6328

i. Elliptical Module, NSN: 1670-01-673-6332

j. Square Module, Lower, NSN: 1670-01-673-6334

k. Square Module, Upper, NSN: 1670-01-673-6336

l. Liner, Deployment Bag, NSN: 1670-01-673-6781

m. Riser Assembly, NSN: 1670-01-673-6782

3. There are Technical Data Packages (TDPs) associated with this requirement. They are Distribution Code "C".

4. First Article Testing (FAT) is required for all items in this solicitation. To request the initial FAT to be waived, see Paragraph L.8., Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver. To request the FAT to be waived on competitive Delivery Orders see Paragraph H.2, Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver.

5. The Berry Amendment, 10 U.S.C. 4862, applies domestic-source requirements to certain food, clothing, fabrics, specialty metals, and hand or measuring tools when purchased with DoD appropriated funds. This solicitation includes DFARS, 252.225-7012 Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities which implements the Berry Amendment.

6. Offerors are encouraged to review Section L - "INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS" and Section M for Evaluation criteria.

7. The Government will utilize North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 314999 (Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills). This NAICS code will also be assigned to subsequent awarded delivery orders thereunder.

8. Failure to register in SAM for the corresponding NAICS code identified in paragraph 6. above prior to submitting a proposal against this solicitation may preclude an award being made to your company. Offerors should be aware of how U.S. Small Business (SB) concerns are defined in FAR Part 19, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Part 19, and 13 CFR 121, Small Business Size Regulations. Offerors are advised to review 13 CFR 121.103, "How does SBA Determine Affiliation".

9. This solicitation contains provisions and clauses that require you, the Offeror, to complete fill-ins and/or representations. Please review and complete all such fill-ins. Your offer may be determined ineligible for award if these fill-ins and representations are not completed.

10. The contractor is authorized to ship early at no additional cost to the Government.

11. Future delivery orders will be awarded IAW FAR clause 52.216-19, Order Limitations, Section B., and Section H.1 Delivery Order Competition.

12. Please acknowledge all amendments to this solicitation in the space provided under Section A.4. Include the number and date of each amendment.

13. All questions pertaining to this solicitation shall be directed in writing to: KALEY WEEDEN CONTRACT SPECIALIST, ARMY CONTRACTING COMMAND - DETROIT ARSENAL E-MAIL: KALEY.H.WEEDEN.CIV@ARMY.MIL

Update #1 ·

1. This Request for Proposal (RFP) is a 100% Small Business set-Aside in accordance with (IAW) FAR 52.219-6 - Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside.

2. This RFP will result in approximately three, 5-Year, Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award (MADOC) contracts for the following items:

ITEM DESCRIPTION

a. G-16 Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-657-0128

b. Suspension Line, Parachute NSN: 1670-01-673-8535

c. Line, Radial Reefing, 24 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-7754

d. Pocket, Cutter, NSN: 1670-01-673-7753

e. Line, Radial Reefing, 31 1/2", NSN: 1670-01-673-8039

f. Skirt, Spreader, G-16, NSN: 1670-01-673-8043

g. Link, Soft, NSN: 1670-01-673-8045

h. Canopy, Cargo Parachute, NSN: 1670-01-673-6328

i. Elliptical Module, NSN: 1670-01-673-6332

j. Square Module, Lower, NSN: 1670-01-673-6334

k. Square Module, Upper, NSN: 1670-01-673-6336

l. Liner, Deployment Bag, NSN: 1670-01-673-6781

m. Riser Assembly, NSN: 1670-01-673-6782

3. There are Technical Data Packages (TDPs) associated with this requirement. They are Distribution Code "C".

4. First Article Testing (FAT) is required for all items in this solicitation. To request the initial FAT to be waived, see Paragraph L.8., Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver. To request the FAT to be waived on competitive Delivery Orders see Paragraph H.2, Provision for Waiver of Required First Article Approval, and Attachment 0004, First Article Waiver.

5. The Berry Amendment, 10 U.S.C. 4862, applies domestic-source requirements to certain food, clothing, fabrics, specialty metals, and hand or measuring tools when purchased with DoD appropriated funds. This solicitation includes DFARS, 252.225-7012 Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities which implements the Berry Amendment.

6. Offerors are encouraged to review Section L - "INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS" and Section M for Evaluation criteria.

7. The Government will utilize North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 314999 (Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills). This NAICS code will also be assigned to subsequent awarded delivery orders thereunder.

8. Failure to register in SAM for the corresponding NAICS code identified in paragraph 6. above prior to submitting a proposal against this solicitation may preclude an award being made to your company. Offerors should be aware of how U.S. Small Business (SB) concerns are defined in FAR Part 19, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Part 19, and 13 CFR 121, Small Business Size Regulations. Offerors are advised to review 13 CFR 121.103, "How does SBA Determine Affiliation".

9. This solicitation contains provisions and clauses that require you, the Offeror, to complete fill-ins and/or representations. Please review and complete all such fill-ins. Your offer may be determined ineligible for award if these fill-ins and representations are not completed.

10. The contractor is authorized to ship early at no additional cost to the Government.

11. Future delivery orders will be awarded IAW FAR clause 52.216-19, Order Limitations, Section B., and Section H.1 Delivery Order Competition.

12. Please acknowledge all amendments to this solicitation in the space provided under Section A.4. Include the number and date of each amendment.

13. All questions pertaining to this solicitation shall be directed in writing to: KALEY WEEDEN CONTRACT SPECIALIST, ARMY CONTRACTING COMMAND - DETROIT ARSENAL E-MAIL: KALEY.H.WEEDEN.CIV@ARMY.MIL

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