53 -- Spring, Helical Compression

This contract is a firm-fixed-price, fully competitive one-time procurement for 36,000 units of HMMWV suspension springs, specifically identified by NSN 5360-01-357-2413. The solicitation is a total small business set-aside under FAR Part 19.5, aiming to support small business participation. The springs are helical compression type, and the delivery is requested within 150 days after inspection at the origin location. Due to the urgent nature and high demand for this item, the solicitation period is limited to five business days, emphasizing the need for prompt responses. Award decisions will be made under FAR Part 12, which governs commercial item acquisitions, and past performance will be a significant evaluation factor. The solicitation number is SP0560-05-R-0024, posted on December 21, 2004, and falls under the NAICS code 332611, which pertains to spring manufacturing. While specific details about the agency and location are not provided, the contract emphasizes expediency, quality inspection before shipping, and small business involvement as critical elements of this procurement.