Tape

1. This is a Sources Sought/Request for Information (SS/RFI) Notice. This SS/RFI does not constitute a request for a formal quote or proposal. This notice is provided as information to the marketplace and is an invitation for an expression of interest in the item described below. Furthermore, the DLA Distribution is not at this time seeking formal price quotes and will not accept any unsolicited proposals.

2. ITEM DESCRIPTION: One sided adhesive tape, must be non-toxic, available in a variety of colors (green, orange, red, yellow, white, and black are essential - by roll or measured foot/yard). Factors for evaluating the tape will include: durability, low profile, adhesion strength, low/no odor, color fastness, and ease of removal. Additional factors that may add value: reflective properties, low light luminosity. 4" wide is the desired width. Application: lining pathway and storage locations throughout warehouses, with and without climate controls - which means very cold to very hot, humid to dry conditions. The tape would routinely/repeatedly have material and equipment crossing it, and may need to be removed/replaced occasionally.

3. The DLA Distribution is seeking Small Business (SB) sources that qualify under North American Classification System (NAICS) code 322222, size standard 500 employees and can provide the item described above. Interested SB sources that qualify under the above listed NAICS are asked to submit a statement of no more than one (1) page that identifies their capabilities with regard to this notice. As minimum, any such response must include: (i) identification of your company by complete company name, address, duns number, point of contact, and phone number; (ii) a statement as to whether your company is a manufacturer or reseller of the tape product described above; (iii) if your company is a reseller, the name of the manufacturer(s) of the product(s) offered by your company is also required; and (iv) a statement indicating whether your company is willing to provide sample tape products for testing at no cost to the DLA Distribution.

4. At the present time, no procurement exists for the above described item and a set-aside determination has not been made. This notice is for informational and market research purposes only. Responses are sought only from SB sources that can provide the item described. Responses received from any company that is not a SB concern or that is not registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database will not be considered. All respondents to this notice will be confirmed as a SB potential source through their On-Line Representation and Certifications or their Central Contractor Registration record.

5. This SS/RFI notice does not commit the Government to contract for the identified item. If a solicitation is released, it will be synopsized on the Federal Business Opportunities (FedBizOpps) website http://www.fbo.gov/. It is the responsibility of potential respondents to monitor this site for additional information pertaining to any potential procurement. The information provided in this SS/RFI is subject to change and is not binding on the Government. The release of this notice should not be construed as a commitment or as authorization to incur cost for which reimbursement would be required or sought. Respondents are advised that the DLA Distribution will not pay for any information or administrative cost incurred in responding to this notice.
6. Responses to this notice (and the four questions in para 3 above) must be received electronically. Paper media will not be accepted or opened. An email response should be sent to Judith Erickson, Contract Specialist, DLA Distribution. E-mail: judith.erickson@dla.mil. Questions regarding the content of this RFI should also be referred to Ms. Erickson via email or at (717) 770-7442. Please be advised that all information received in response to this SS/RFI will be considered procurement sensitive and will be handled accordingly. However, any information the contractor considers to be proprietary pursuant to existing laws and regulations should be marked accordingly (FAR 3.104-1(3) & (4)).

A response to this notice is required by 5:00 PM EST, December 15, 2010.