The Department of the Air Force's 316th Contracting Squadron is issuing a combined synopsis/solicitation (Solicitation Number: FA268024Q4024) for carbide snow removal blades required for seven 20 ft plow heads, utilized on an Oshkosh H2723G1 with a Wausau BMP 2050 plow head, to enhance snow removal operations at Joint Base Andrews. This solicitation is exclusively for small businesses, per the NAICS code 333120, with a size standard of 1,250 employees. Quotes must be submitted via email by 4:30 PM EST on 16 September 2024, adhering to specific instructions and including detailed product specifications.
Key evaluation criteria include price and technical acceptability based on attached salient characteristics. The government intends to award a firm-fixed price contract, with clear stipulations regarding compliance and bid validity for 90 days. Respondents must also complete necessary representations and certifications, with all clauses and provisions outlined according to federal acquisition regulations. The aim of this procurement is to improve response times and reduce maintenance manpower, ultimately ensuring operational efficiency during winter weather conditions.
The request outlined in the Salient Characteristics Sheet pertains to the procurement of carbide snow removal blades for seven 20-foot plow heads compatible with an Oshkosh H2723G1 and Wausau BMP 2050 model. The specifications include a blade support requiring a 3"x3"x12" hole pattern, a minimum height of 7.5 inches, and width of 2.875 inches, designed using Standard Highway Punch (SHP) standards. The 316 Civil Engineering Squadron (316 CES) Horizontal Construction shop will install the blades in-house, ensuring they meet Department of Transportation approval for operation at Joint Base Andrews Airfield. The primary objective of this procurement is to enhance snow removal operations by using more durable blades that minimize damage to the airfield concrete, reduce blade replacement frequency, improve response times, and lower manpower needs, thus addressing safety concerns related to snow removal activities. This initiative supports the overall operational efficiency and safety of Joint Base Andrews's winter maintenance efforts.