Purchase of Roma Plastilina #1 Green/Grey Testing Clay
ID: W91ZLK25Q0018Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APG DIRABER PROV GRD, MD, 21005-3013, USA

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Office Supplies (except Paper) Manufacturing (339940)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS FABRICATED NONMETALLIC MATERIALS (9390)

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https://sam.gov/opp/ba7bfccc31274d4d88b951e67dabba79/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command at Aberdeen Proving Ground, intends to award a sole-source contract for the procurement of Roma Plastilina #1 Green/Grey Testing Clay from Smooth-On Inc. This clay is essential for ballistic testing and is mandated by the Secretary of the Army for use in evaluating body armor, thereby supporting various military operations. The contract will involve quarterly deliveries totaling 480 cases over the course of a year, with strict adherence to quality standards and delivery protocols. Interested parties must express their interest and capability by 2:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time on March 28, 2025, and any inquiries should be directed to Lenard Wright at lenard.b.wright.civ@army.mil by March 20, 2025.

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    Lenard Wright
    lenard.b.wright.civ@army.mil
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    A02-Justification OTFOC. FAR Part 13. SAP (under $250K).Clay 2025_Redacted.pdf
    The document outlines the unique characteristics and justification required for sole-source procurement in government contracting, with a focus on ensuring no other suppliers or services are available. It discusses the need for detailed explanations of proprietary qualifications, brand-name specifications, and the significance of maintaining continuity in follow-on contracts. The document emphasizes conducting thorough market research to identify qualifying vendors and highlights actions to increase competition, including the use of sources sought notices and verifying contractor interest. It delineates the differences between brand name and brand name or equal procurements, specifying that brand name solicitations necessitate a formal justification due to their restrictive nature on competition. This guideline aims to facilitate compliance and transparency in governmental acquisitions while simultaneously promoting competition where feasible, per the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
    Statement Of Work. Clay FY25.pdf
    The Aberdeen Test Center (ATC) has issued a Statement of Work (SOW) for the procurement and delivery of Roma Plastilina #1 Green/Grey clay, specifically from the manufacturer Smooth-On, Inc. The contract entails quarterly deliveries over a year, totaling 480 cases, with strict adherence to specified delivery dates and quality standards. This clay, recognized as a benchmark in ballistic testing, is widely utilized by various Department of Defense (DoD) agencies. Required deliveries are scheduled for May 1st, August 1st, November 3rd, and February 3rd. All shipments must adhere to specific protocols, including lot tracking and compliance with applicable Army regulations. The contractor must ensure no substitutes for Roma Plastilina No. 1 are provided, and maintain maximum hardness documentation for quality assurance. The project is vital for ATC’s diverse testing capabilities, emphasizing the need for reliable materials in military and defense applications while highlighting government procurement procedures within the context of federal contracts. This effort underscores the ATC's commitment to upholding rigorous testing standards critical for national defense initiatives.
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