Combined solicitation/synopsis for CST portable lights
ID: W911SD25QA065Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-WEST POINTWEST POINT, NY, 10996-1514, USA

NAICS

Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532490)

PSC

LEASE OR RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT- MISCELLANEOUS (W099)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking proposals from qualified vendors for the rental of portable lights to support the United States Military Academy's Cadet Summer Training. The procurement involves providing four light sets for Camp Buckner from May 19 to August 4, 2025, and seven light sets for Lake Frederick from August 4 to August 11, 2025, with specific requirements for towable, diesel-powered units equipped with external power outlets and an extendable mast. This initiative underscores the military's need for reliable lighting solutions during training exercises, ensuring operational efficiency and safety. Interested vendors, particularly women-owned small businesses, must submit their proposals to Shawn Valastro at shawn.m.valastro.civ@army.mil by April 18, 2025, as part of a total small business set-aside opportunity.

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    The United States Cadet Command (USCC) seeks rental services for portable light sets for Cadet Summer Training at Camp Buckner and Lake Frederick, USMA. The procurement includes four light sets for Camp Buckner from May 19 to August 4, 2025, and seven light sets for Lake Frederick from August 4 to August 11, 2025. The light sets must be towable, diesel-powered, and equipped with external power outlets and an extendable mast, with a power requirement of 4-7KW. The contractor will handle delivery, setup, and removal of the light sets, including forklift assistance for placement due to the absence of offloading equipment on-site. The requiring activity is tasked with refueling the towers before their return. This RFP reflects the military's needs for reliable lighting solutions during training exercises, specifying detailed operational timelines and logistical responsibilities for efficient execution.
    The document outlines a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) solicitation for a contract related to the rental of commercial products and services, specifically CST Portable Light Rentals. The requisition includes key details such as the solicitation and award numbers, effective dates, and contact information for inquiries. It details the service requirements, including multiple rental periods and quantities of light sets, along with pricing arrangements. Additionally, it incorporates essential clauses from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), addressing contract terms, small business set-asides, payment processes through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), and requirements for safeguarding defense information. The inclusion of clauses related to cyber incident reporting, employee whistleblower rights, and unique item identification underscores the document's emphasis on compliance and accountability. Overall, the solicitation aims to engage women-owned small businesses for contract opportunities while ensuring adherence to federal regulations and security measures, highlighting the government's commitment to supporting diversity and compliance in procurement processes.
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