High Security and Weather Padlocks IAW Salients
ID: 140G0125Q0062Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS GEOLOGICAL SURVEYOFC OF ACQUSITION GRANTS-NATIONALRESTON, VA, 20192, USA

NAICS

Hardware Manufacturing (332510)

PSC

HARDWARE, COMMERCIAL (5340)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of the Interior, specifically the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), is seeking proposals for the procurement of high-security and weather-resistant padlocks to secure equipment and shelters in outdoor environments. The requirements include padlocks with a heavy laminated steel body, hardened boron alloy shackles, and dual ball bearing locking mechanisms, all designed to withstand harsh environmental conditions. This procurement is crucial for ensuring the safety and security of government-owned equipment in challenging field conditions, emphasizing the importance of operational efficiency. Interested small businesses, particularly those owned by service-disabled veterans and economically disadvantaged individuals, must submit their proposals by March 6, 2025, and can contact Cynthia Nicanor at cnicanor@usgs.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Nicanor, Cynthia
    703648
    703648
    cnicanor@usgs.gov
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    The USGS Hydrologic Instrumentation Facility (HIF) in Tuscaloosa, AL, seeks to procure high-security padlocks for securing government-owned equipment and shelters in remote outdoor environments. The specifications for the padlocks include a reinforced laminated steel body measuring 2 inches (50mm), a hardened steel shackle with a minimum diameter of 3/8 inch (10mm) and specified clearances, and a non-rekeyable lock mechanism equipped with dual locking levers. The locks must also be capable of being keyed to the USGS standard key, Master Lock number 2640, and come with two keys each. This request aligns with federal requirements for secure storage and safety protocols in challenging field conditions, ensuring the protection of valuable equipment critical to USGS operations.
    The USGS Hydrologic Instrumentation Facility in Tuscaloosa, AL, is seeking to procure weather-resistant padlocks for securing equipment and shelters in outdoor environments. These padlocks must withstand elements such as water, ice, dirt, and debris. The specifications include a heavy, laminated steel body with a durable plastic cover to protect against environmental factors. The shackle should be made of hardened boron alloy, with specified diameters for vertical and horizontal clearances. The locking mechanism needs to be dual ball bearing, a W1 cylinder that permits key removal in an unlocked position, and must be compatible with the USGS standard key (Master Lock number 2640). Each padlock should come with two keys made of brass or bronze. This procurement highlights the USGS's focus on securing critical assets in challenging field conditions while ensuring operational efficiency and safety.
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the US Geological Survey (USGS) focusing on the procurement of specific hardware, specifically high-security padlocks. The solicitation number is 140G0125Q0062, and offers are due by March 6, 2025. The document specifies a need for both Weather-Tough and High Security padlocks, with quantities of 800 and 500 respectively. Additionally, it emphasizes compliance with various federal acquisition regulations, including representation regarding covered telecommunications equipment and services. The contract is subject to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), requiring that any offeror proposing equal products must prove adherence to outlined specifications. Key provisions such as payment terms via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) and the importance of maintaining an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) are prominently featured. This RFP demonstrates the government's aim to engage small businesses, particularly those owned by service-disabled veterans and economically disadvantaged individuals, promoting compliance and quality in procurement processes for essential security hardware.
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