Life Raft Hard 7’s (FLO 3330-AD) 5-year inspection
ID: W912LM-25-R-A005Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7NG USPFO ACTIVITY MN ARNGLITTLE FALLS, MN, 56345-4173, USA

NAICS

Boat Building (336612)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIP- FIRE FIGHTING/RESCUE/SAFETY EQUIP; ENVIRON PROTECT EQUIP/MATLS (J042)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Minnesota Army National Guard, is soliciting proposals for the inspection and recertification of life rafts through a Request for Quote (RFQ) process. The contract involves conducting five-year overhaul inspections on eight life rafts, with a schedule for servicing two rafts every three months, ensuring all units are certified and returned within four weeks of receipt. These life rafts are critical safety equipment for military operations, necessitating compliance with stringent inspection standards to maintain airworthiness. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by November 12, 2024, with an anticipated contract award date of November 20, 2024. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Eric Ahlgren at eric.a.ahlgren.civ@army.mil or call 320-616-2775.

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    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for the inspection and recertification of life rafts used by Advanced Air Striking Force (AASF) #1. As per AR 95-1 guidelines, life rafts must be periodically inspected to ensure airworthiness, especially for missions beyond 30 minutes or 100 nautical miles from shore. The objective of this contract is to conduct five-year overhaul inspections on eight specific life rafts, with inspections scheduled quarterly over a 12-month period. Each inspection phase includes various tasks such as visual inspections, functional testing, inflation system overhauls, and CO2 cylinder inspections. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary materials and equipment and must return the serviced life rafts within four weeks of receipt. Shipping is directed to St. Paul, MN. This document is part of federal procurement processes intended to ensure that critical safety equipment is maintained in compliance with military and aviation standards.
    The Minnesota Army and Air National Guard is soliciting proposals for the certification of life rafts through a Request for Quote (RFQ) process. The announcement, associated with solicitation number W912LM-25-R-A005, details a requirement for the recertification of life rafts, with the expectation of returning certified units within four weeks of receipt. The RFQ is set aside for small businesses, with a closing response date of November 12, 2024, and an anticipated contract award date of November 20, 2024. There are four line items, each requiring two units to be recertified at specified intervals in 2025. Potential vendors are encouraged to submit quotes with information on past performance and delivery timelines. The evaluation criteria for contract award will consider price, technical ability, and past performance equally. The National Guard reserves the right to make partial or multiple awards based on responses. To participate, vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). This document highlights the government’s aim to ensure the highest quality service while engaging small businesses in the military procurement process.
    The document outlines the contract clauses pertinent to the RFP W912LM25RA005, including various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses. It emphasizes compliance with federal contracting requirements, such as the System for Award Management, payment standards, and specific regulations regarding telecommunications and cybersecurity protocols. Additionally, it delineates the evaluation criteria for commercial products and services, requiring detailed technical submissions and price analysis for contract awards. The document provides essential definitions, guidelines for contractor responsibilities, and flow-down requirements for subcontractors. Highlighting the importance of representations and certifications, it also reinforces standards aimed at promoting small businesses and ensuring ethical procurement practices. Overall, this file serves as a comprehensive framework for contractors to follow in relation to government RFPs, ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations in the procurement process.
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