Mobile Stage
ID: FA860125Q0051Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8601 AFLCMC PZIOWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-5344, USA

NAICS

Institutional Furniture Manufacturing (337127)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS FURNITURE AND FIXTURES (7195)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8577e36bfb794d06a6b390494b6df080/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking information from potential suppliers regarding their capabilities to provide mobile stage equipment for the National Museum of the United States Air Force (NMUSAF). The procurement includes twelve 4’X8’X24” stage sections and two move and store carts, which must support at least 200 pounds per square foot, be lightweight for manual handling, and foldable for storage, while adhering to specified durability standards and compliance with DFARS 225.872. This initiative is crucial for facilitating local and national events, ensuring quality and safety in public engagements. Interested parties should contact Eileen Potter at eileen.potter@us.af.mil or Amanda Hoyng at amanda.hoyng@us.af.mil for further details, with a delivery timeline of three months post-contract award and a requirement for a one-year warranty against defects.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Eileen Potter
    eileen.potter@us.af.mil
    Amanda Hoyng
    amanda.hoyng@us.af.mil
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    ATTACHMENT 1 - Instructions.docx
    The document serves as a Sources Sought notice (FA860125Q0051) aimed at gathering information from potential respondents regarding their capabilities to meet a procurement requirement for the Air Force. Interested companies are instructed to provide comprehensive details, including their socio-economic status, ownership structure, relevant experience, and information about their manufacturing capabilities. Specific emphasis is placed on whether the acquisition may be set aside for small businesses, contingent upon receiving adequate responses indicating that two or more small business prime contractors can deliver at least 50% of the required services/products. Respondents must also provide insights on their standard warranty, sales history, and market pricing for products or services comparable to the requirement. The document outlines expectations on teaming arrangements and subcontracting, encouraging small business participants to assess areas suitable for subcontracting. Overall, the Air Force seeks to evaluate the commercial viability of potential suppliers and gauge interest for a procurement strategy, while ensuring compliance with federal regulations. This initiative reflects the government's intent to foster small business participation in federal contracting opportunities.
    ATTACHMENT 2 - Stage SOW.pdf
    The National Museum of the United States Air Force (NMUSAF) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the procurement of twelve (12) 4’X8’X24” stage sections and two (02) move and store carts for event purposes. The stages must be compatible with existing setups and capable of supporting at least 200 pounds per square foot. They need to be lightweight enough for manual handling, foldable for storage, and constructed from specified materials to ensure durability. Compliance with DFARS 225.872 is required, meaning products must originate from qualifying countries. A delivery timeline mandates that items be received within three months post-contract award, and all deliveries must occur during business hours at the NMUSAF in Dayton, Ohio. A one-year warranty against defects is also required. Invoices must follow specific guidelines for payment processing post-inspection and acceptance. This document reflects the NMUSAF's commitment to facilitating local and national events while maintaining adherence to federal regulations and ensuring quality and safety in public engagements.
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