Request for an Inflatable High Mobility Artillery Rocket System
ID: M6739925Q0009Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDING OFFICERTWENTYNINE PALMS, CA, 92278-8108, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing (339999)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS VESSELS (1990)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8a01b6c9d252472cbc1546b62fd7cd91/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of an inflatable replica of the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) intended for training purposes. The inflatable unit, measuring 52.3 feet by 8 feet, must be constructed from specified materials, including 8-ounce vinyl for the body and 18-ounce vinyl for the base, and will serve solely for radar detection training, not for military operations. This procurement is set aside for small businesses, including service-disabled veteran-owned and women-owned enterprises, with a fixed-price contract structure and a submission deadline for offers by March 20, 2025. Interested parties should direct inquiries to Jaren L. Perkins at jaren.l.perkins@usmc.mil and ensure compliance with federal regulations as outlined in the solicitation documents.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jaren L. Perkins
    jaren.l.perkins@usmc.mil
    Files
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    HIMARS RFI.docx
    The document outlines specifications for constructing an inflatable truck designed to mimic the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS). It specifies preferred materials, stating that the body should consist of 8-ounce vinyl, with an 18-ounce vinyl base for durability. The dimensions of the inflatable unit are stated as 52.3 feet by 8 feet. The document clarifies that this HIMARS replica will not be used in military operations and is solely intended for radar detection purposes. The focus is on creating a realistic training tool without the operational capacity of an actual HIMARS system. This proposal reflects an effort to enhance military training while ensuring the equipment is safe and compliant with existing regulations.
    SF1449_M6739925Q0009.pdf
    The document outlines a government solicitation for the procurement of an inflatable replica of the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS), along with associated shipping costs. The request specifies dimensions, materials, and delivery requirements for the inflatable product, emphasizing it as a fixed-price contract with destination shipping. Key details include the solicitation number (M6739925Q0009) and important deadlines, such as a due date for offers by March 20, 2025. The document identifies that the procurement is set aside for small businesses, including service-disabled veteran-owned and women-owned businesses. Various clauses regarding certifications, representations, and compliance with federal regulations govern the offer and acceptance processes. Each offeror must verify their eligibility to contract, certify against using certain telecommunications equipment tied to compliance issues, and disclose any prior tax liabilities or criminal convictions as per federal law. The solicitation reflects the government's standard practices in engaging small businesses while ensuring compliance with specific legal and ethical standards.
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