General Living kits
ID: 70FB8025Q00000003Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCYCOMMUNITY SURVIVOR ASSISTANCE SECWASHINGTON, DC, 20472, USA

NAICS

Home Furnishing Merchant Wholesalers (423220)

PSC

HOUSEHOLD FURNISHINGS (7210)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/38232542ffcf4e64ba3fc2936b7190d0/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), is seeking small businesses capable of providing General Living Kits for disaster survivors housed in Transportable Temporary Housing Units (TTHUs). The primary objective is to supply essential household items that assist individuals and families affected by disasters, ensuring compliance with federal standards and environmental regulations. This initiative is critical for supporting disaster recovery efforts and providing immediate solutions for affected populations. Interested parties must respond by January 21, 2025, detailing their capabilities and experience, and can contact Lassey Wilson-Bahun at lassey.wilsonbahun@fema.dhs.gov or David Bailey Jr. at david.baileyjr@fema.dhs.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Lassey Wilson-Bahun
    lassey.wilsonbahun@fema.dhs.gov
    David Bailey Jr.
    david.baileyjr@fema.dhs.gov
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    General Living Kits - PWS.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines a contract for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide Transportable Temporary Housing Unit (TTHU) General Living Kits for disaster survivors. The primary goal is to ensure the prompt and efficient supply of these kits, which contain essential household items to assist survivors during their recovery. The contractor is responsible for selecting appropriate materials, assembling, packaging, and delivering the kits to a designated FEMA storage site in Selma, Alabama. Key requirements include using bio-based products as defined by the USDA, ensuring all items are new and unused, and adhering to specific packaging and labeling guidelines. Kits must withstand various climatic conditions and have a maximum weight of 30 pounds. The document specifies the composition of items in the kits, including biodegradable disposable dinnerware and trash management supplies. The performance period is set for 12 months with four optional extensions. The PWS emphasizes the need for compliance with federal regulations and logistics to facilitate tracking shipments efficiently. This contract reflects FEMA's commitment to disaster response and recovery, ensuring that basic needs are met for families affected by disasters.
    General Living Kits CLIN table.xlsx
    The document outlines a Request for Proposals (RFP) focused on obtaining various USDA Certified Biobased Products intended for general living kits. The products listed include heavy-duty disposable dinner plates, bowls, forks, knives, spoons, hot and cold cups, trash bags, wastebasket containers, sponges, and paper towels, with specific package quantities and dimensions provided for each item. The purpose appears to be part of a federal initiative aimed at sustainability and utilizing environmentally friendly products. The RFP specifies that certain items are optional, emphasizing a mix of essential and supplementary products designed to meet the needs of individuals or organizations while promoting biodegradability. Overall, the document serves as a guide for potential vendors to understand requirements and submit their bids accordingly, aligning with broader government procurement strategies.
    General Living kits RFI.pdf
    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice to gather information on small businesses capable of providing General Living Kits for disaster survivors housed in Transportable Temporary Housing Units (TTHUs). This notice serves as market research and does not constitute a request for proposals. The mission is to supply essential household items to aid individuals and families affected by disasters. The proposed contract will utilize a Firm Fixed Price Blanket Purchase Agreement to ensure a reliable stock of living kits that meet federal standards. Interested parties must respond by January 21, 2025, detailing their capabilities and experience, including past performance on similar projects, capacity for assembly, logistical management, and compliance with environmental regulations. The submission should emphasize adherence to labeling, pallet packing, and tracking requirements outlined in the attached Performance Work Statement. Additionally, respondents are encouraged to provide feedback on the scope of work. This initiative aligns with FEMA's commitment to supporting disaster recovery efforts and ensuring immediate, effective solutions for affected populations.
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