Electrical Materials
ID: FA252125QB009Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2521 45 CONS LGCPATRICK SFB, FL, 32925-3237, USA

NAICS

Noncurrent-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (335932)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/aefa2df0bebd4e5d83efba2321faffd6/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking small businesses to provide electrical materials for a project at Patrick Space Force Base in Florida. The procurement involves a variety of electrical supplies, including aluminum components, building wire, electrical connectors, and vinyl electrical tape, with a total of 31 specified line items that require detailed product data and specifications. This initiative is crucial for ensuring the availability of necessary materials for government operations, with responses due by 8:00 AM on October 23, 2024. Interested vendors should submit a capabilities statement and ensure they are registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for potential awards; inquiries can be directed to Cynthia Whittaker or Abigail Muenchow via their provided emails.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Cynthia Whittaker
    cynthia.whittaker@spaceforce.mil
    Abigail Muenchow
    abigail.muenchow@spaceforce.mil
    Files
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    Electrical - Salient Characteristics.xlsx
    The document outlines requirements for electrical items and materials needed for government projects, specifically detailing the salient characteristics and specifications for each line item. It includes a comprehensive list of products ranging from aluminum components, electrical tapes in various colors, to different types of connectors and screws, all accompanied by relevant quantities and their respective divisions. Each item specification references industry standards such as NFPA and UL guidelines. The purpose of the document is to ensure that vendors provide the necessary product data sheets, specification sheets, or shop drawings to meet the project's specifications. This aligns with the process for federal and state contract applications, ensuring compliance and quality in government-funded construction or maintenance projects. The list emphasizes the importance of using standardized materials to facilitate safety and reliability.
    Electrical - Salient Characteristics Rev1.xlsx
    The government document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for electrical materials and supplies needed by January 31, 2025. It includes a detailed list of 31 line items that specify the required materials, such as aluminum components, building wire, various electrical connectors, and different types of vinyl electrical tape. Each line item mandates the submission of product data sheets, specification sheets, or shop drawings, ensuring that the materials meet the defined standards and specifications. The procurement encompasses a range of electrical supplies necessary for a project, indicating a structured approach to collecting bids from vendors. The specifications provided are comprehensive, highlighting the need for specific materials such as junction boxes, wiring troughs, and knock-out plugs along with their respective quantities. The document serves to inform potential suppliers of precise requirements for bidding, facilitating the acquisition of materials essential for ensuring project success within governmental operational frameworks. This structured RFP process demonstrates the government's commitment to transparency and adherence to regulations in public procurement.
    Sources Sought.pdf
    The government file pertains to a Sources Sought notice issued by Patrick Space Force Base, specifically referencing RFQ number FA252125QB009. The purpose is to gather information and gauge interest in providing electrical materials under a small business set-aside program, classified under NAICS Code 335932 with a size standard of 1,000 employees. Interested businesses are encouraged to submit a capabilities package outlining their size, status as a small business or socio-economic category, and prior experience with similar projects. They must also clarify whether they are suppliers or manufacturers and provide relevant business details, including UEI and Cage Code. Responses are due by 8:00 AM on October 23, 2024, and must be sent electronically. Notably, this notice is non-binding and does not open a solicitation for bids, emphasizing that participation will not incur compensation from the government, and registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) is required for potential award eligibility. Overall, the document seeks to assess the market and potential vendors for a specified requirement while laying clear guidelines for responses.
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