Electric Matches (E-Matches)
ID: W519TC24QEMAT1Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing (325998)

PSC

PYROTECHNICS (1370)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/912acaf4958a4863892ca07a031bf36f/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of lead-free Electric Matches (E-Matches) with 36" lead wires, intended for use at the Crane Army Ammunition Activity in Indiana. The contract includes a base year with two option years, requiring a total quantity of 4,800 matches per year, with specifications for match head, wire wrap, wire color, shroud, and wire end. This procurement is crucial for ensuring the availability of reliable pyrotechnic components for defense applications. Interested contractors must submit their proposals by September 25, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Jessica Litwiler or Bryce Willett via their provided email addresses.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jessica Litwiler
    jessica.m.litwiler.civ@army.mil
    Bryce Willett
    bryce.t.willett.civ@army.mil
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    B08_Solicitation Amendment.pdf
    Amendment 0001 to Solicitation W519TC-24-Q-EMAT addresses contractor queries regarding a government procurement process. It specifies the delivery location as the Crane Army Ammunition Activity in Indiana and outlines the period of performance, which begins on the award date and spans three years, including two option years for potential extension. Proposals should be sent to the designated Army email. The document includes relevant Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses that contractors must adhere to, such as regulations governing offeror representations, System for Award Management, and prohibitions on contracting with certain entities. Additionally, it outlines specific clauses and provisions related to contract terms, delivery conditions, and compliance requirements for contractors, emphasizing the significance of safeguarding covered defense information. Importantly, while the amendment updates these details, it clarifies that all other terms of the solicitation remain unchanged. The submission deadline is reaffirmed as September 25, 2024. This document serves to ensure that contractors are informed about procedural and regulatory requirements for their proposals in compliance with federal guidelines.
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