Personal Promotional Item - Hooded Sweatshirts
ID: W9124D24R0097Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT KNOXFORT KNOX, KY, 40121-5000, USA

NAICS

Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (except Contractors) (315250)

PSC

OUTERWEAR, MEN'S (8405)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d56e8acf55264a639f93caabf6b4065a/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking proposals for the procurement of hooded sweatshirts under Solicitation No. W9124D24R0097. The sweatshirts must be USA-made, constructed from an 8oz heavy fabric blend of 50% USA-grown cotton and 50% polyester, featuring a double-lined hood, color-matching drawstring, and double needle stitching for durability. This procurement is significant as it supports the uniform needs of the ROTC, U.S. Army, and Army Reserves, while ensuring compliance with the Berry Amendment, which mandates the use of domestically sourced materials and labor. Interested contractors must submit their proposals by 1 PM on September 22, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Madison Dercqu at madison.d.dercqu.civ@army.mil or Heather Green-Trueblood at heather.l.green-trueblood@army.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Madison Dercqu
    madison.d.dercqu.civ@army.mil
    Heather Green-Trueblood
    heather.l.green-trueblood@army.mil
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    IB08 W9124D24R0097 0003 Amendment.pdf
    This document is an amendment to the solicitation for a contract modification (W9124D24R0097) regarding PPI Hooded Sweatshirts issued by the Mission and Installation Contracting Command at Fort Knox, effective August 28, 2024. It details required acknowledgment procedures for contractors, provides a Q&A regarding specifications and requirements for submission, and confirms all terms of the original solicitation remain in effect unless modified. Key clarifications include requirements for pre-award samples, compliance with the Berry Amendment, and limitations on available information regarding past contracts or existing specifications.
    W9124D24R0097 Hooded Sweatshirts Amendment.pdf
    The document is an amendment to a solicitation for a federal contract, allowing a designated period for submitting questions until 4:00 PM EST on August 22, 2024. All inquiries will be compiled and attached as an amendment after the submission deadline. The amendment specifies that the terms and conditions remain unchanged, and it outlines the methods for contractors to acknowledge receipt of this amendment. It serves as formal communication from the Mission and Installation Contracting Command at Fort Knox, providing necessary information for contractors engaging in the bidding process. This amendment aims to ensure clarity and transparency in the procurement process, which is vital in federal contracts, grants, and local RFPs.
    W9124D24R0097 PPI Hooded Sweatshirts.pdf
    The document outlines a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) numbered W9124D24R0097, issued on August 13, 2024, detailing the procurement of hooded sweatshirts for the U.S. Army and related entities. It specifies that offers are due by 1 PM on September 22, 2024. The RFP requires bidders to submit three pre-award samples to validate technical compliance, with costs borne by the offeror. Compliance with the Berry Amendment, which mandates the use of domestically sourced materials and labor in defense contracts, is emphasized. The contract covers various quantities of sweatshirts for the ROTC, U.S. Army, and Army Reserves, with specified delivery timelines extending to 2029. The document includes clauses related to compliance, representations, certifications, and fair pricing. It mandates full transparency on subcontractors regarding origin compliance and outlines the punitive measures for false certifications. This RFP is significant within government contracting, particularly in ensuring domestic sourcing and fair engagement of small business enterprises, particularly those owned by veterans and economically disadvantaged individuals.
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