USMS IDIQ Body Armor
ID: 15M10424RA4700013Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFUS MARSHALS SERVICEOFFICE OF PROCUREMENT, OPERATIONAL SUPPORT SECTION – A47LANDOVER, MD, 20785, USA

NAICS

Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing (315990)

PSC

ARMOR, PERSONAL (8470)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f2100edf94bc4341b8c973cab8306ad4/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS), a component of the Department of Justice, is seeking proposals for a Single Award Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (SA-IDIQ) contract to supply ballistic protective systems (body armor) for its Deputy U.S. Marshals. The contract aims to provide essential body armor components necessary for the USMS to fulfill its law enforcement responsibilities, including court security, fugitive apprehension, and witness protection. This procurement is critical for ensuring the safety and operational readiness of USMS personnel, with proposals due by October 4, 2024. Interested vendors must contact Julie Simpson at julie.simpson@usdoj.gov for the full solicitation and are encouraged to submit any questions by September 18, 2024.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Julie Simpson
    (202) 738-3451
    julie.simpson@usdoj.gov
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    15M10424RA4700013.pdf
    This document is a solicitation for an indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract for body armor, managed by the United States Marshals Service with an effective date of September 3, 2024, and a submission deadline for offers by October 4, 2024. It outlines the terms for delivery, invoicing, inspection, and payment, including compliance with federal regulations related to privacy, security, and contracting procedures. The solicitation includes numerous clauses regarding contractor obligation, confidentiality, termination rights, and includes specific provisions for the handling of sensitive information.
    Attachment A - Instructions to Offerors and Attachment B - Evaluation Factors.pdf
    The document outlines the solicitation process for a Single Award Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (SA-IDIQ) contract for body armor by the Government, detailing submission requirements for product demonstrations, technical evaluations, management plans, and pricing phases. It specifies deadlines, evaluation criteria, and communication expectations for offerors, emphasizing the importance of submitting compliant proposals to avoid disqualification. Additionally, the process includes advisory notifications post-evaluation to guide offerors on whether to proceed, with an emphasis on best value determination based on price and technical qualifications.
    Attachment C - Pricing Spreadsheet.xlsx
    The Pricing Sheet for the National Body Armor Requirement outlines various items including tactical vests, ballistic inserts, and pouches, each listed with a quantity of 1,182 at a unit price of $0.00, resulting in a total amount of $0.00 for each contract period. This includes a base year and four option years, all totaling $0.00 across the specified durations. Overall, no financial commitment is indicated as all unit prices are marked as zero.
    DOJ Acquisition Innovation Guide.pdf
    The Department of Justice's Acquisition Innovation Guide provides a framework for enhancing procurement processes through various innovative techniques, each focusing on maximizing value, efficiency, and transparency. The guide discusses guidelines and strategies such as oral presentations, product demonstrations, and competitive evaluations, while also addressing common misconceptions in procurement practices. Ultimately, it emphasizes the importance of collaboration and informed decision-making within the federal acquisition system to ensure optimal outcomes for both the government and contractors.
    DOJ Policy Instruction - 1301.01.02 Acquisition Innovation.pdf
    The Department of Justice's Policy Instruction 1301.01.02, established on May 3, 2019, provides guidance for DOJ Components to utilize innovative acquisition practices across all stages of the acquisition lifecycle. It emphasizes collaboration, vendor input, and recognition of contributions while encouraging a culture of continuous innovation within the department. This directive includes a framework for engaging in innovative techniques to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness, supported by resources from the General Services Administration and an internal Acquisition Innovation Guide.
    Subcontracting Plan Template.docx
    The USMS provides a model subcontracting plan that must be customized to fit specific situations, emphasizing adherence to FAR 19.704 and 52.219-9 requirements. Offerors must calculate and report subcontracting goals in percentages for various business categories, including small and disadvantaged businesses, and ensure compliance with all applicable federal statutes. The plan outlines detailed guidelines for recordkeeping, reporting, and good faith efforts to engage small business concerns in subcontracting opportunities, along with the necessary administrative structure to support these initiatives.
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