Spotting Instrument
ID: W912CH-24-R-0042Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC- DTAWARREN, MI, 48397-5000, USA

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Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

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OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS, TEST EQUIPMENT, COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (6650)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Contracting Command Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA), is soliciting proposals for the procurement of 178 Spotting Instruments (NSN: 6650-01-549-5838, Part Number: 13016120) under a Firm Fixed Price contract, which is set aside exclusively for small businesses. The procurement includes an option for an additional 178 units and requires a First Article Test Report (FATR) within 270 days post-award, with delivery of the instruments expected within 420 days, or 150 days if the FATR is waived. This equipment is critical for military operations, emphasizing the importance of precision in optical instruments. Interested contractors must acknowledge receipt of amendments and submit their proposals by January 9, 2026, to the Contract Specialist, Richard Hall, at richard.g.hall64.civ@army.mil, ensuring compliance with export control regulations and access to the Technical Data Package (TDP) via SAM.gov.

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    This amendment to Solicitation W912CH-24-R-0042 outlines critical security requirements for contractors. It mandates adherence to the TACOM OPSEC Plan and the designation of an OPSEC Level I Coordinator. New contractor employees must complete Level I OPSEC training within 30 days of reporting and annual awareness training thereafter, providing proof of completion. Additionally, all Department of the Army (DA) personnel, including contractors, must complete Counterintelligence Awareness and Reporting (CIAR) training within 30 days of assignment and annually. Specific DA personnel, such as those traveling to high-threat countries, with security clearances, deploying, engaging with foreign governments, or in sensitive roles like IT professionals, require in-person CIAR briefings. The amendment also details accessing the Technical Data Package (TDP) via SAM.gov, emphasizing export control regulations and the requirement for a current DD 2345. Engineering exceptions, including updates to specific notes and packaging references, are also incorporated. All other terms of the original solicitation remain unchanged.
    This document is Amendment 0002 to Solicitation W912CH-24-R-0042, issued by ACC-DTA, located at Detroit Arsenal, MI. The primary purpose of this amendment is to extend the Request for Proposal (RFP) due date from December 18, 2025, to January 9, 2026. The solicitation is for a Firm Fixed Price supply contract. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation W912CH-24-R-0042 remain unchanged. Contractors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment through specified methods to ensure their offer is considered. The amendment was signed on December 17, 2025.
    This government solicitation (W912CH-24-R-0042) is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside, Firm Fixed Price contract for the procurement of 178 "Spotting Instruments" (NSN: 6650-01-549-5838, Part Number: 13016120), with an option for an additional 178 units. Offers must be for the total quantity, with only one award to be made. Key requirements include a First Article Test Report (FATR) within 270 days after award, and delivery of the instruments within 420 days (or 150 days if FAT is waived). The solicitation outlines specific packaging and marking instructions, including military preservation levels and passive RFID tagging. Access to the Technical Data Package (TDP) is restricted to offerors with a current DD 2345 certification, and it resides on SAM.gov. Detailed engineering exceptions to various drawing notes are provided. The contract also specifies inspection and acceptance at the origin, and mandates unique item identification and valuation for delivered items.
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