Gunner Shield Kit
ID: W912CH-25-R-0130Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC- DTAWARREN, MI, 48397-5000, USA

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Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing (336211)

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VEHICULAR CAB, BODY, AND FRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (2510)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal, is soliciting proposals for the Gunner Shield Kit (NSN: 2510-01-498-4996) under a five-year Firm Fixed Price contract. The procurement aims to acquire up to 1,200 units of the Gunner Shield Kit, which is critical for military vehicle operations, ensuring enhanced protection and functionality. Interested vendors must comply with specific requirements, including First Article Testing, military packaging standards, and ISO 9001:2015 certification, while also obtaining access to export-controlled technical data through the Joint Certification Program (JCP). Proposals are due to the primary contact, Nikhil Patel, via email by the specified deadline, with all submissions evaluated based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method.

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    This document outlines the requirements for contractor personnel to complete OPSEC Awareness (Level 1) Training. The training is mandatory for all personnel supporting contracts with access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)/Legacy FOUO/Technical information with a Distribution Statement other than A. Initial training must be completed within 30 days of contract award, with annual refreshers thereafter. New employees must complete the training within 30 calendar days of commencing performance. Contractors are required to provide a Certificate of Compliance letter confirming completion of the training and must have individual certificates of completion available upon request. All training results are to be reported to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) within 45 calendar days after contract award and annually by September 30th. This ensures compliance with security protocols for handling sensitive government information.
    Attachment 0005 - Price Evaluation Spreadsheet, associated with Solicitation W912CH-24-R-0130, provides mandatory instructions for offerors to complete a price evaluation. The document outlines specific yellow-highlighted cells requiring input, which auto-calculate the Total Proposed Price on a 'Summary' Worksheet. Offerors are strictly prohibited from adjusting formulas, manipulating non-highlighted cells, adding worksheets, or making any other modifications. Failure to complete all required cells may lead to the rejection of the offer. The spreadsheet details Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) for five ordering years (0011-0015), each described as 'Firm-Fixed Price,' indicating the structure for proposed pricing.
    The Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice to gather information for future procurement of the Gunner Shield Kit, associated with NSN 2510-01-498-4996. The notice aims to assess the interest and capabilities of both small and large businesses for the production of this item, with an estimated annual requirement of 192 units over five years. To access the Technical Data Package (TDP), vendors must hold a valid DD 2345 certification with the Defense Logistics Information Service. The procurement includes a First Article Test (FAT) requirement, involving a total of 12 units, and specifies detailed destruction procedures for any provided technical data after use. Vendors are asked to respond to a structured survey, addressing their qualifications, manufacturing capabilities, and relevant experiences. The government clarifies that participation is voluntary and will not result in compensation, and it may choose not to solicit proposals following this notice. Responses must be submitted by May 14, 2025, by email to the designated contact, Robin Walker. This notice serves as a market research tool for the ACC-DTA to formulate its acquisition strategy for the Gunner Shield Kit.
    This government solicitation (W912CH-25-R-0130) is for a five-year, Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) contract for Gunner Shield Kits (NSN: 2510-01-498-4996, Part No: 57K4470), with an annual quantity ranging from 48 to 1200 units. The contract is a Firm Fixed Price supply contract. Proposals must be submitted for the total quantity, and only one award will be made. The solicitation details requirements for First Article Testing, packaging and marking (MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-STD-129, ISPM 15 for wood packaging), inspection and acceptance at the origin, and compliance with ISO 9001:2015. It also includes clauses on export-controlled technical data, restrictions on ozone-depleting substances, configuration management (ECPs, RFVs, NORs), OPSEC training, Threat Awareness Reporting Program (TARP), and ballistic testing requirements. A start-of-work meeting is mandated within 30 days of award.
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