23 ATF INDIVIDUAL ISSUE EQUIPMENT FOR PRE-DEPLOYMENT TRAINING
ID: FA480925Q0045Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4809 4TH CONS SQ CCSEYMOUR JOHNSON AFB, NC, 27531-2456, USA

NAICS

Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing (315990)

PSC

CLOTHING, SPECIAL PURPOSE (8415)

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 Air Force, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of individual issue equipment to support pre-deployment training, under solicitation number FA480925Q0045. The required items include fleece caps, 3-day backpacks, flashlights, and rolling load-out bags, which are essential for ensuring military personnel are adequately equipped for operational readiness. This procurement emphasizes the importance of high-quality gear designed for rugged usability, reflecting the government's commitment to maintaining operational effectiveness while fostering participation from small businesses, particularly those owned by economically disadvantaged women. Interested vendors should direct inquiries to Deandre Fuller or Nelson Sosa via email or phone, and are encouraged to review the detailed delivery instructions and item specifications outlined in the attached documents.

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    The document outlines a request for procurement (RFP) involving various military safety and utility items for multiple Air Force bases in the United States. Specifically, it details the quantities and specifications for four primary items: FR Tan Fleece Caps, SOC 3-Day Elite Backpacks, First Light Torq flashlights, and SOC Rolling Load Out XL Bags. These items are intended for use at Seymour Johnson AFB, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, and Joint Base Anacostia Bolling, with specified points of contact for each location. The backpacks and bags are designed for rugged usability, featuring durable materials, multiple carry options, and dimensions that cater to military needs. The purpose of the document is to solicit proposals for these equipment items, ensuring readiness and support for military operations. This reflects the government's strategy in maintaining operational effectiveness by procuring high-quality gear for service members.
    The Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) solicitation is focused on acquiring commercial products and services to support the U.S. Air Force's pre-deployment training needs. The solicitation, identified by requisition number FA480925Q0045, includes specific product requirements such as fleece caps, backpacks, flashlights, and loadout bags, detailing quantity, delivery locations, pricing arrangements, and contractual obligations. The document ensures compliance with related federal regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). It outlines terms for submissions, invoicing, and payment processing via the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system. The procurement emphasizes small business participation, particularly from economically disadvantaged women-owned businesses. The structure of the solicitation includes sections for product specifications, delivery schedules, special handling notes, and contract clauses, ensuring all participants understand the terms of service, compliance needs, and payment protocols. Overall, this solicitation reflects the government's initiative to foster small business engagement in federal contracts while supporting military operational readiness through targeted acquisitions.
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