GPX 20/50, Starch-G Acrylic Blast Media
ID: F3PT734232AW02Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCE

NAICS

Abrasive Product Manufacturing (327910)

PSC

ABRASIVE MATERIALS (5350)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a4b24b8f2eba49a4935122d4f0f23d01/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, intends to procure 14,400 pounds of Archer-Daniels-Midland (ADM) E-Strip GPX 20/50, Starch-G Acrylic Blast Media, through a sole source firm-fixed-price purchase order with Midvale Group, Inc. This procurement is critical for abrasive blasting operations on T-6 and T-38 aircraft, adhering to military specification MIL-P-85891, Grade A, Type VII, which is essential for maintaining operational efficiency and compliance. The contract will be executed under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines, and interested parties may submit their capabilities statements to the primary contacts, Vivian Fisher and Catherine Hardy, by September 19, 2024, at 12:30 PM CST. The procurement process will evaluate submissions to determine if competition is feasible, although the current justification indicates that ADM is the only qualified vendor available.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Vivian Fisher
    vivian.fisher@us.af.mil
    Catherine Hardy
    catherine.hardy@us.af.mil
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    Redacted SSJ Plastic Blast Media_Redacted.pdf
    The document presents a Single Source Justification for the procurement of GPX Acrylic Blast Media by the 502d Contracting Squadron under contract number F3PT734232AW02. The contract is aimed at acquiring 14,400 pounds of Archer-Daniels-Midland (ADM) E-Strip GPX 20/50 acrylic blast media, which is critical for abrasive blasting of T-6 and T-38 aircraft as specified by military technical guidance. The justification highlights that ADM is the only manufacturer listed on the Qualified Products List (QPL) authorized for this specific military specification, MIL-P-85891, Grade A, Type VII, necessary for compliance and operational efficiency. The document outlines the lack of competition for this requirement since ADM is the only qualified vendor. Steps to explore future options are mentioned, including ongoing communication with the Air Force Corrosion Prevention and Control Office (AFCPCO) to monitor the market for potential new vendors. Technical personnel have certified the accuracy of the justification, with contracting officer Vivian Fisher confirming that only a single source is reasonably available for this contract. The document reflects adherence to federal contracting regulations, emphasizing the importance of compliance with military specifications for mission readiness.
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