Ballistic Vest-Brand Name or Equal

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation number is HQ0034-10-T-0062; this solicitation is a request for quotation. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005-39. This acquisition will be a 100% total small business set-aside; the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 33999. The business size standard is 500 employees. The Federal Supply Class (FSC) is 3999. The Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) is 8415. The Washington Headquarters Service, Acquisition and Procurement Office (WHS/A&PO) Department of Defense, 1155 Defense Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301 intends to purchase the Generation II Predator Ballistic Vest (V-PRED2-QVA3A) Level III-A armor vest and attachments to replace deteriorated and out of warranty ballistic vests that do not provide sufficient protection and have incompatible accessory mounting systems on a brand name or equal basis. These vest specifications can not interfere with the unit personnel shooting position and ability to maneuver within very confined spaces. The Government anticipates awarding one firm fixed price purchase order for this item. The following factors will be used to evaluate quotes and are listed in order of importance: (1) Technical Acceptability (2) Price (1) Technical Acceptability Provide documentation that shows the product meets the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics specified herein, in accordance with FAR 52.211-6 Brand Name or Equal. To be considered for award, offers of “equal” products, including “equal” products of the brand name manufacturer, must meet the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristic specified in this solicitation; clearly identify the item by Brand name, if any; and Make or model number. - Acceptance of “equal” products of the brand name manufacturer, inclusive of FBI Body Armor Test Protocol, is subject to submission of sample for approval. - The Offeror is responsible for sample shipping cost to /from the Government site. (2) Price The total price will be a determining factor after determination is made as to compliance to technical acceptability. The award will be issued using Simplified Acquisition Procedures in accordance with FAR Part 13. Vendors should include warranty terms and delivery times with their quote. In addition to the above evaluation factor, socio-economic status will be an evaluation factor with preference given to small businesses. This request for quotation consists of the following: CLIN Description Part Number QTY Color CLIN 0001 Pred 2 Ballistic Vest w/QVA3A Ballistics VPRED2QVA3A 30 RG CLIN 0002 27400 Ceramic Level III/IV ConjunctionPlate 27400 60 RG CLIN 0003 Ballistic Tactical Bicep Protection (Set) ATBPLTA3A 60 RG CLIN 0004 Plate Insert-Bicep Prot./Side Steel, 5mm(set) 550003 60 NA CLIN 0005 Predator Ballistic Groin Protector w/LTA3A APDGRNLTA3A 30 RG CLIN 0006 Double Flashbang BLPM20-2 30 RG CLIN 0007 Utility Pouch Zipper Conversion Kit BLPL41-SP 30 RG CLIN 0008 Flashlight Pouch SF-Z2/6P/G2 BLPM07-2 30 RG CLIN 0009 Single Pistol Mag Pouch 9mm BLPM08 30 RG CLIN 0010 GP Pouch, Small BLPM40 30 RG CLIN 0011 NVG/Utility Pouch (Molle) BLPM48 30 RG CLIN 0012 M4/M16 Open Top Shorty Mag Pouch BLPL04-SP 30 RG CLIN 0013 Tiered Open M4 Mag Pouch BLPM03-1 30 RG CLIN 0014 SR25 Single Mag Open Pouch BLPM04-1 30 RG CLIN 0015 SR25 Open Top Mag Pouch BLPL04-1-SP 30 RG CLIN 0016 Insignia, Large ID-F 30 RG/G CLIN 0017 Insignia, Medium ID-R 30 RG/G CLIN 0018 Five year Extended Warranty(Included) CLIN 0019 Fit Test /Measurements- (Included) CLIN 0020 Shipping (Included) Key: RG=Ranger Green Color and G=Gold Features: ***This requirement is for the Generation II Predator Ballistic Vests. All vendors must pass or exceed the FBI Body Armor Test Protocol for Level IIIA Body Armor.*** Additional Information: 1. ONLY e-mailed quotes will be accepted. E-mailed quotes may be sent to [email protected]. Contractors are responsible for verifying receipt of their quotes. All responsible sources interested in responding to this RFQ must respond no later than 9:00 AM Eastern Standard Time on June 04, 2010. 2. The contractor shall provide a Notice of Compliance letter as supporting documentation the vest meets FBI Body Armor Test Protocol with quote. 3. Procedures under Federal Acquisition Regulations, Subpart 8.4 Federal Supply Schedules are applicable to this RFQ. The Government will evaluate quotes and make a selection based on the lowest priced, technically acceptable quotation meeting the specified manufacturer characteristics. The Government is not responsible for locating or obtaining any information not identified in the offer. 4. The Government desires delivery of all parts 30 days ARO, but no later than 45 days ARO, and anticipates awarding a purchase order for these items on or about mid June, 2010. Inspection and Acceptance shall be at destination (supplies shall be delivered to the destination at the expense of the contractor). 5. Quotes must be firm-fixed-priced, and include all quantities listed, all or none. 6 The point of contact (POC) for this request for quote is Valerie Green, Contract Specialist at (703) 588-8191, or [email protected] 7. Offeror's shall include Tax Identification Number, CAGE Code, Central Contractor Registration Number, DUNS Number, and applicable FSC Codes stated on their quotes. Delivery Address: Attn: Scott J. Faucett & Major C. Leas Pentagon Force Protection Agency (PPD Warehouse) 5741 General Washington Drive Alexandria, VA 22312-2418 The following provisions and/or clauses apply to this acquisition. Offerors must comply with all instructions contained in FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial Items. FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation -- Commercial Items (Jan 1999): (a) The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: (1): Lowest price technically acceptable. FAR 52.212-3 Alt I Offeror Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items. FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items will be incorporated into any resultant Purchase Order by reference. FAR 52.212-5 (Dev) Contract Terms and Condition Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders-Commercial Items (Deviation). FAR 52.204-7 Central Contractor Registration. FAR 52.209-6 Protecting the Government’s Interests When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment. FAR 52.211-6 Brand Name or Equal. FAR 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set Aside. FAR 52.222-3 Convict Labor. FAR 52.222-19 Child Labor Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies. FAR 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities. FAR 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity. FAR 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities. FAR 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons. FAR 52.232-18 Availability of Funds. FAR 52.232-33 Payment by EFT – CCR. FAR 52.233-3 Protest After Award. FAR 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contracts. FAR 52.247-34 FOB Destination. FAR 52.253-1 Computer Generated Forms. DFARS 252.204-7004 Alt A Required Central Contractor Registration Alternate A. DFARS 252.225-7001 Buy American Act and Balance of Payments Program. DFARS 252.225-7002 Qualifying Country Sources as Subcontractors. DFARS 252.232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Request; requests for payments must be submitted electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow system at https://wawf.eb.mil. DFARS 252.247-7023 Alt III Transportation of Supplies by Sea, Alternate III. FAR 52.219-28 Post-Award Small Business Program Representation. FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference, with the following two fill-ins: http://www.arnet.gov/far and http://farsite.hill.af.mil. FAR 52.252-6 with the following fill-in: Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation 48 CFR Chapter 2. DFARS 252.211-7003 Item Identification and Validation. DFARS 252.212-7001 (Dev) Contract Terms and Conditions Deviation. Clauses may be accessed electronically in full text through http://farsite.hill.af.mil. Contractors must be actively registered with the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) at http://www.ccr.gov, at Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) at http://wawf.eb.mil, and at Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA) at http://orca.bpn.gov. Please send any response to [email protected] NO LATER THAN June 04, 2010, 9:00 AM, EST. No phone communication will be accepted.