Parachute Spring - W519TC-25-Q-2060
ID: W519TC-25-Q-2060Type: Solicitation
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-RIROCK ISLAND, IL, 61299-0000, USA

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Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing (332722)

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HARDWARE, COMMERCIAL (5340)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Army Contracting Command – Rock Island, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of Parachute Expulsion Springs under Solicitation W519TC-25-Q-2060, aimed at supporting operations at Pine Bluff Arsenal in Arkansas. The contract will be awarded as a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) agreement, requiring the delivery of 34,200 units along with First Article Testing (FAT) within specified timelines, and is set aside exclusively for small businesses under NAICS code 332722. This procurement is critical for military applications, ensuring the availability of essential components for parachute systems. Interested vendors must submit their proposals electronically by January 10, 2025, and direct any inquiries to the contract specialists by January 7, 2025; compliance with registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory for eligibility. For further details, vendors can contact Carly Frye at carly.c.frye.civ@army.mil or Bethany Carbajal at bethany.n.carbajal.civ@army.mil.

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    The document outlines requirements for a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) related to the procurement of a "Parachute Spring, 120MM" and specifies the necessary test and inspection reports that must be submitted by the contractor. It includes guidelines on data submissions, including dimensional analysis, material certifications, and a Certificate of Conformance, to be sent to Pine Bluff Arsenal. The submission schedule includes deadlines for first and subsequent submissions. The document also describes price estimation groups for costs related to data items and emphasizes that final acceptance of deliveries is contingent on accompanying documentation. It provides detailed instructions for completing various sections of the CDRL, ensuring clarity for both contractors and government personnel. In essence, the document lays out the foundational requirements for compliance in data delivery to fulfill the contract obligations, underlying the government's emphasis on structured documentation and inspections in their procurement process.
    The Army Contracting Command – Rock Island issued Solicitation W519TC-25-Q-2060 for the procurement of Parachute Expulsion Springs to support the Pine Bluff Arsenal. This contract will be awarded through a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) approach, encompassing a 100% option quantity. The requirement is set aside for Small Businesses under NAICS code 332722, with an employee size limit of 600. The primary deliverables include 34,200 units of the spring and accompanying First Article Testing (FAT) requirements, which must be completed within specified timelines. The solicitation mandates that inspection and acceptance of supplies will occur at their destination, with additional documentation required alongside shipments, including acceptance test reports and material certifications. Proposals must be submitted electronically by January 10, 2025, and responses to any inquiries about the solicitation must be directed to the contract specialist by January 7, 2025. Compliance with registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory for eligibility. This document emphasizes the government's focus on utilizing small businesses while ensuring quality and regulatory adherence in military procurements.
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