Sharpening Stones
ID: 47QSSC25A1409Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATIONFEDERAL ACQUISITION SERVICEGSA/FAS/GSS/QSCBD/ASSISTED CONTRACTING BRANCH BWashington, DC, 20006, USA

NAICS

Abrasive Product Manufacturing (327910)

PSC

DISKS AND STONES, ABRASIVE (5345)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1dcee0945b7d4ffdafe1ddcbe9081f34/view
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    Description

    The General Services Administration (GSA) is seeking proposals for an Open Market Blanket Purchase Agreement (OM BPA) for sharpening stones, classified under the NAICS code 327910 for Abrasive Product Manufacturing. The procurement aims to secure quality abrasive products for military and civilian applications, with a maximum contract value of $250,000 over one base year and four optional years, contingent upon annual reviews for best value and price competitiveness. Interested vendors must comply with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines and submit their quotations by February 27, 2025, with the effective award date anticipated for February 11, 2025. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Kristi Riley at kristi.riley@gsa.gov or Elisa Saucier at Elisa.saucier@gsa.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kristi Riley
    kristi.riley@gsa.gov
    Elisa Saucier
    (636) 591-5163
    Elisa.saucier@gsa.gov
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    RFQ 47QSSC-25-A-1409.docx
    The file outlines the Request for Quotes (RFQ) for an Open Market Blanket Purchase Agreement (OM BPA) for specific supplies under Special Item Number (SIN) 327910. The BPA will have a maximum value of $250,000 over one base year and four optional years, subject to a review by the Contracting Officer to ensure best value and price competitiveness annually. Suppliers are required to submit complete quotations by a specified date, ensuring compliance with the detailed Item Purchase Descriptions (IPDs) located within the document. The evaluation for bids will focus on technical acceptability and price, with initial quotes considered in aggregate. Notably, foreign vendors must maintain a U.S. agent and physical address, and failure to comply may result in non-consideration for the award. The document also specifies compliance requirements regarding packaging, labeling, and delivering items to designated military and civilian locations. Additionally, it details quality assurance expectations, along with criteria for contractor performance, emphasizing adherence to regulations and standards throughout the contract duration. Overall, the RFQ stresses the government's commitment to source quality supplies while ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
    SF 1449.pdf
    This document outlines a federal solicitation for commercial products and services, specifically designated under solicitation number 47QSSC-25-A-1409, issued by the General Services Administration (GSA). The request is for proposals (RFP) related to Supply Chain Management (SCM) and is classified as unrestricted, allowing any business entity to submit offers, including those from small, women-owned, and service-disabled veteran-owned enterprises. The deadline for submitting offers is set for February 27, 2025, with the effective award date noted as February 11, 2025. The solicitation emphasizes the need for offerors to adhere to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines, including specified clauses for evaluation and contract management. Essential details include requirements for contracts to be signed and returned to the contracting officer, as well as clear instructions for delivery and invoicing. The document serves as an initial notice for potential contractors to prepare and propose their services in alignment with the federal government procurement standards, securing potential contractual engagements in the SCM domain. This outreach underscores the government's commitment to engaging with diverse business sectors to fulfill its supply chain needs effectively.
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