Request for Information - FSG 80 Logistics Support
ID: SPE8EG24Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA TROOP SUPPORTPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5096, USA

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PAINTS, DOPES, VARNISHES, AND RELATED PRODUCTS (8010)
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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is seeking information from potential vendors to provide logistics support for commercial paints, sealing compounds, and adhesives categorized under Federal Supply Group (FSG) 80. The procurement involves responsibilities such as wholesale supply, inventory management, hazardous material handling, and temperature-controlled storage, with a focus on ensuring compliance with shelf-life requirements and safety documentation. These products are critical for various federal, state, and military applications, reflecting a significant demand for protective coatings and adhesives essential for infrastructure maintenance and operational readiness. Interested vendors must submit their responses by November 29, 2024, to Jessica Sheaffer at jessica.sheaffer@dla.mil, and are encouraged to provide detailed company profiles and capabilities.

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    The document provides an extensive list of various coatings, adhesives, and sealants, identified by their Federal Stock Class (FSC) and National Item Identification Numbers (NIIN). It includes descriptions, unit measures (U/I), annual demand frequencies, and quantities for items such as primers, paint removers, lacquers, and various seals and adhesives. Each listing specifies the item type, unit of measure, and projected annual usage, indicating the importance of these products for federal, state, and local operations. The data suggests a significant demand for protective coatings and adhesives across governmental and military applications, potentially aimed at infrastructure maintenance or project developments. Requirements vary from options like epoxy and polyurethane coatings to corrosion preventatives and sealing compounds, reflecting diverse application needs. This information appears to support government procurement strategies, aligning with RFPs and grants focused on enhancing operational readiness and infrastructure integrity. Understanding this inventory is crucial for vendors aiming to fulfill federal procurement tasks and ensure compliance with expected government standards.
    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support issues a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential vendors for providing logistics support for commercial paints, sealing compounds, and adhesives categorized under Federal Supply Group (FSG) 80. This support includes wholesale supply, management of shelf life, hazardous materials, and temperature-controlled storage for specific items. The contractor is tasked with supply chain management responsibilities, including procurement, quality control, transportation, and inventory management for DLA customers, which encompass the Department of Defense and foreign military sales. The RFI seeks vendor feedback on their ability to meet various logistical and compliance requirements such as shelf-life management, hazard documentation, and delivery timelines for various customer priority ratings. The DLA emphasizes that this RFI is not a solicitation but a means of gathering information to assess vendor capabilities for future contracts. Vendors must submit their responses by November 29, 2024, detailing their company profile, capabilities, and any potential risks associated with the service provision.
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