Laboratory Equipment Preventative and Emergency Repair Services
ID: W15QKN25R0006Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-PICAPICATINNY ARSENAL, NJ, 07806-5000, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- INSTRUMENTS AND LABORATORY EQUIPMENT (J066)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/13ad71127c0944e6a54f0ee688a02ff2/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Armaments Center, is seeking contractors to provide preventative and emergency repair services for laboratory equipment across various operational areas. The contract aims to ensure the operational integrity and performance of critical test and measurement equipment utilized in the Environmental Test Laboratory, Radiography Laboratory, Energetics Verification Laboratory, Tactical Behavioral Research Laboratory, and Evaluation Methodologies Laboratory. This maintenance is vital for delivering accurate results that support the Army's mission. Interested contractors should note that the solicitation due date has been extended to November 13, 2024, at 3:00 PM, and are encouraged to contact Donna Gill-Cadogan at donna.v.gill-cadogan.civ@army.mil or 520-669-7630 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    DONNA GILL-CADOGAN
    (520) 669-7630
    donna.v.gill-cadogan.civ@army.mil
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    Attachment 0004 - Site Visit Instructions.pdf
    The document outlines a site visit initiative for offerors interested in submitting proposals for maintenance and emergency repairs at specified facilities. Scheduled site visits will be held on designated Tuesdays and Thursdays in October 2024, allowing potential contractors to inspect the work location and assess conditions impacting contract performance. Each offeror is limited to two personnel for the visit, and a background check will be required for all U.S. citizen attendees. Those interested must submit their visit requests by specified deadlines, providing necessary personal and vehicle information. Written questions from participants must be submitted within five business days post-visit, with answers published on sam.gov. The location for the meeting is the Visitor Control Center at Picatinny Arsenal, NJ, with multiple buildings identified for maintenance needs. Attendance is not mandatory for proposal submissions, but those not attending may still respond to the solicitation notice. This document is part of the federal RFP process, aimed at ensuring comprehensive understanding and compliance among bidders.
    Questions and Answers W15QKN25R0006.docx
    This document serves as a Q&A response concerning various lab equipment specifications requested by contractors in an RFP context. Key items addressed include the Lansmont 95, confirmed as a shock test system with a specific serial number; the LAB AD-500 identified as a drop tester; and the LAB 6000V, classified as a loose cargo vibration tester. It also provides details on additional LAB equipment, specifying the Lab 1000 AD as a smaller vibration tester, and mentions a Jumble Tester and Jolt Tester. Furthermore, it clarifies the dimensions of a Mitutoyo Height Gage available in three sizes (two at 18", two at 24", and one at 44") and the specifications for the Thwing Albert Load Cell and Materials Tester. This information is critical for contractors to prepare accurate proposals in response to the RFP. Overall, the document emphasizes the importance of precise equipment descriptions to ensure compliance and proper understanding in contract submissions.
    W15QKN25R0006-0001.pdf
    The document is an amendment to a federal solicitation for a contract (W15QKN-25-R-0006) administered by the Army Contracting Command, specifically focused on service contracts with a time and materials basis. This amendment serves two primary purposes: it incorporates the HUBZone clause (FAR 52.219-4), which provides a price evaluation preference for HUBZone small business concerns, and it extends the solicitation due date from November 5, 2024, to November 13, 2024, at 3:00 PM. The acknowledgment procedure for offers is detailed, emphasizing the requirement to recognize receipt of the amendment to avoid rejection of the submission. The document also outlines how the evaluation preference functionally benefits HUBZone businesses in competitive bidding scenarios, particularly in situations involving price comparisons against larger firms. Overall, the amendment aims to promote small business participation while ensuring that procurement processes adhere to federal regulations and guidelines.
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