84 -- BELT PACK; HARNESS, UNISEX; MAIN PACK

This is a notice RE: pending Standing Quote for the period date of award through June 30, 2005. Item for bid will be as follows: NSN 8465-01-274-9910 NFES 0590 BELT PACK: Shall be in accordance with Forest Service Specification 5100-217C dated May 18, 2001, and Drawing MTDC 797 Revision B dated July 5, 2000. This is the belt pack for the firefighter's field pack. First Article sample(s) are required. EXCEPTION TO FOREST SERVICE SPECIFICATION 5100-217C: Paragraph 3.2.2, Add the following to the end of the paragraph: - As an alternate material, 4 lb expanded ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer foam thick may be used as a substitute for olefin spacer cloth when the olefin spacer cloth is not available. Paragraph 3.2.11 (and all subparagraphs), delete and replace with the following: - 3.2.11 Plastic hardware. The plastic items specified by 3.2.11.1 through 3.2.11.6 shall be composed of high temperature nylon 6/6. Mating components on the same item and on separate items intended to mate together shall be manufactured by the same company to ensure compatibility of the components (see 6.6). 3.2.11.1 Cord lock, spring. The spring cord lock shall be ITW Nexus Toaster Ellipse, part no. 302-0194-5614; or American Cord & Webbing Cord Lock-1, part no. FCL, nylon. 3.2.11.2 Buckles. 3.2.11.2.1 3/4 inch. The 3/4 inch buckle shall be ITW Nexus Side Release Buckle, part no. 101-0075-2099, National Molding Corp. Mojave Side Squeeze Buckle, part nos. 5179/5180 (male/female); or American Cord & Webbing part no. BSR-A, nylon, 3/4 inch. 3.2.11.2.2 1 inch The 1 inch buckle shall be ITW Nexus Side Release Buckle, part no. 101-0100-2099, National Molding Corp. Mojave Side Squeeze Buckle, part nos. 5129/5130 (male/female); or American Cord & Webbing part no. BSR-A, nylon, 1 inch. 3.2.11.2.3 2 inch The 2 inch buckle shall be ITW Nexus Side Release Buckle, part no. 101-0200-2099, National Molding Corp. Lock Monster Buckle, Dual adjust, part nos. 5436/5435 (male/female). 3.2.11.3 Buckles, slide. The 1 inch plastic slide shall be ITW Nexus Standard Triglide, part no. 105-0100-2099, National Molding Corp. Sliplock, part no.4676; or American Cord & Webbing Single Bar Slide, part no. SB-1, nylon. The 2 inch plastic slide shall be ITW Nexus Standard Triglide, part no. 105-0200-2099, National Molding Corp. Sliplock, part no. 6802; or American Cord & Webbing Single Bar Slide, part no. SB-2, nylon. 3.2.11.4 2 to 1 reducer. The 2 to 1 reducer shall be ITW Nexus 2-1 Reducer, part no. 111-2201-2099; or National Molding Corp. Curvette Retainer/Reducer, part no. 5543. 3.2.11.5 Double-bar buckle. The 3/4 inch double-bar buckle shall be ITW Nexus Trovato Ladderloc, part no. 154-0075-2099, National Molding Corp. Standard Tensionlock Buckle, part no. 5111; or American Cord & Webbing Double Bar Single Lock, part no. DB Single Lock, nylon, 3/4 inch. 3.2.11.6 Strap tab. The strap tab shall be ITW Nexus Fast-Tabs RFT-2, part no. 401-2100-2099; or ITW Nexus part number FT-2, 1 inch 2 slot fast tab, nylon. Paragraph 3.2.13.2, Third sentence, delete and substitute the following: "The size of inscription characters shall be 1/8 (-0, +1/32) inch." Paragraph 6.6, delete - Acetal Plastic Hardware and all associated listings and replace with the following: - Nylon 6/6 Plastic Hardware American Cord & Webbing Co., Inc. National Molding Corp 1 Carrington St 5 Dubon Court Lincoln, RI 02865 Farmingdale, NY 11735-1065 ITW Nexus 195 Algonquin Road Des Plains, IL 60016-6197 +1 (555) 000-0000 www.itwnexus.com In order to provide clarification to the sampling and inspection procedures as outlined within the referenced Forest Service specification and the industry standard cited therein (ANSI/ASQ Z1.4-2003), the following exceptions shall be incorporated. All references to "defect" (or "defects") shall be deleted and the term "nonconformity" (or "nonconformities") shall be substituted in its place. Similarly, all references to "percent defective" shall be changed to "percent nonconforming" and the phrase "defects per hundred units" shall be changed to "nonconformities per hundred units." The term "rejection" shall be changed to "nonacceptance" when it refers to a result of following the specified procedure. INFORMATION FOR PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS: As an exception to specific statements contained within the referenced Forest Service specification, the following items shall be furnished only to successful bidders upon contract award: color shade samples, full-size drawings and full-size patterns. For bidding purposes, 11" X 17" drawings will be furnished upon request. They will contain sufficient information regarding size, shape, and quantity of material for bidding purposes. Note it is the bidder's responsibility to determine yield and waste from the provided 11" X 17" drawings and no further direction or clarification will be provided by the government. EXCEPTIONS TO MTDC 797B: Sheet 1 of 3, Material-Description: 1. Part No. 12: Replace MIL-W-43668 with Class 2 of MIL-W-17337. 2. Part number 13: Delete the material description and substitute the following: - Per paragraph 3.2.11.5, as modified. 3. Part number 14: Delete the material description and substitute the following: - Per paragraph 3.2.11.6, as modified. 4. Material list, part 16, delete the size requirement. PACKAGING: Each belt pack folded as specified in 5.1.1.5 and shall be packaged in accordance with paragraph 5.1.2. PACKING: Fifty (50) unit packages shall be packed in accordance with paragraph 5.2.1 as modified by this IPD. SPECIAL MARKING: The National Fire Equipment System (NFES) number appearing below the National Stock Number (NSN) of this Item Purchase Description shall be marked on the shipping container below the NSN. The NFES number shall be preceded by "NFES". MARKING: Shipments to GSA and other civilian agencies shall be marked in accordance with FED-STD-123. Shipments to the Department of Defense (DOD) shall be marked in accordance with MIL-STD-129. Palletization: The shipping (transport) containers shall be palletized. The pallets shall be 48-inch length x 40-inch width, general purpose, four-way entry, flush stringer, and double-face non-reversible pallets. The palletized load shall not exceed 2500 pounds in weight for shipments to the Eastern Distribution Center (Burlington). The palletized load shall not exceed 2000 pounds in weight for shipments to the Western Distribution Center (French Camp and Stockton Locations). The palletized load shall not overhang the pallet deck board edge by more than 1 inch and shall not exceed 53 inches in overall height (including pallet). Less than half pallet loads or loads shipped by small package carrier in acceptable transport packing need not be palletized. When less than full but more than a half pallet is used, the palletized load shall utilize proper bracing and/or reinforcement to ensure that the load can withstand two additional loads placed on it. Stacking: A load-stacking test shall be performed once, at the beginning of the contract, for each different unitized or palletized load configuration. A fully palletized load shall be tested utilizing a total stack of three palletized loads, with all the proper bracing and/or reinforcement necessary to perform the test. There shall be no evidence of damage to the pallets, shipping containers or products when stack is tested on the rigid surface for a minimum of 24 hours, in compliance with all the National and Local Safety Regulations. The pre-tested palletized load configuration shall be duplicated using the same packaging materials, pattern, number of shipping (transport) containers, and procedures consistent throughout the duration of the contract. Palletized loads shall be stable and safe when handled with mechanical equipment by qualified personnel. Materials: All lumber used inside or outside a shipment shall be bark free. No used wood pallets with repaired components or stringers will be acceptable. All wood pallet stringers shall be manufactured from hardwoods. Pallets manufactured of materials other than wood, shall conform to all the requirements specified herein. Unitization: For the purpose of this requirement, the assembled group of containers or items in a single load that can be handled as a unit throughout the distribution system. Unitization encompasses, but is not limited to, consolidation in a container, placement on a pallet or load base having forklift capability, or securely binding together. Shipments should be considered for unitization where appropriate or specified. Unitization of pallet load: The palletized load shall be unitized and secured to the pallet to insure that the load arrives intact without product damage. The containers or items shall be placed in a suitable pattern to form a stable and balanced load. Vertical, horizontal or filler reinforcement shall be added as necessary to meet the stacking strength requirements. A palletized load shall be secured to the pallet by shrink or stretch wrapping, and/or, by steel or nonmetallic strapping. When steel or nonmetallic strapping is used, edge protectors shall be provided to prevent damage to the cartons when tensioning the strapping. As a minimum, two straps shall run lengthwise, two straps shall run widthwise, and two straps shall run around the girth of the palletized load. A palletized load shall be capable of protecting the products against damage in a multiple handling, transportation, and storage environment having distribution warehouses with rack systems that support the load/s overhead of warehouse personnel. Notice of special requirements for shipment to all countries that have endorsed the IPPC Guidelines for treatment of non-manufactured wood packaging: The International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) has approved and published on March 15, 2002, - Guidelines for Regulating Wood Packaging Material in International Trade. Countries endorsing the IPPC Guidelines are found at http://www.aphis.usda.gov/ppq/swp/. Clause D-FSS-468 requires non-manufactured wood pallets and other non-manufactured wood packaging material used in shipments destined to IPPC compliant countries require the appropriate wood treatment. Additionally, shipments delivered to DOD distribution facilities or freight consolidation points for eventual delivery to or through EU/IPPC countries shall comply with applicable DLA Regulations and Procurement Letter PROCLTR 02-17. (11/24/04) NSN 8465-01-194-7019 NFES 1557 HARNESS, UNISEX: The harness shall be in accordance with Forest Service Specification 5100-217C dated May 18, 2001, and Drawing MTDC 713 Revision C dated July 5, 2000. This is the harness for the firefighters field pack. First Article sample(s) are required. EXCEPTIONS TO FOREST SERVICE SPECIFICATION 5100-217C: Paragraph 3.2.11 (and all subparagraphs), delete and replace with the following: - 3.2.11 Plastic hardware. The plastic items specified by 3.2.11.1 through 3.2.11.6 shall be composed of high temperature nylon 6/6. Mating components on the same item and on separate items intended to mate together shall be manufactured by the same company to ensure compatibility of the components (see 6.6). 3.2.11.1 Cord lock, spring. The spring cord lock shall be ITW Nexus Toaster Ellipse, part no. 302-0194-5614; or American Cord & Webbing Cord Lock-1, part no. FCL, nylon. 3.2.11.2 Buckles. 3.2.11.2.1 3/4 inch. The 3/4 inch buckle shall be ITW Nexus Side Release Buckle, part no. 101-0075-2099, National Molding Corp. Mojave Side Squeeze Buckle, part nos. 5179/5180 (male/female); or American Cord & Webbing part no. BSR-A, nylon, 3/4 inch. 3.2.11.2.2 1 inch The 1 inch buckle shall be ITW Nexus Side Release Buckle, part no. 101-0100-2099, National Molding Corp. Mojave Side Squeeze Buckle, part nos. 5129/5130 (male/female); or American Cord & Webbing part no. BSR-A, nylon, 1 inch. 3.2.11.2.3 2 inch The 2 inch buckle shall be ITW Nexus Side Release Buckle, part no. 101-0200-2099, National Molding Corp. Lock Monster Buckle, Dual adjust, part nos. 5436/5435 (male/female). 3.2.11.3 Buckles, slide. The 1 inch plastic slide shall be ITW Nexus Standard Triglide, part no. 105-0100-2099, National Molding Corp. Sliplock, part no.4676; or American Cord & Webbing Single Bar Slide, part no. SB-1, nylon. The 2 inch plastic slide shall be ITW Nexus Standard Triglide, part no. 105-0200-2099, National Molding Corp. Sliplock, part no. 6802; or American Cord & Webbing Single Bar Slide, part no. SB-2, nylon. 3.2.11.4 2 to 1 reducer. The 2 to 1 reducer shall be ITW Nexus 2-1 Reducer, part no. 111-2201-2099; or National Molding Corp. Curvette Retainer/Reducer, part no. 5543. 3.2.11.5 Double-bar buckle. The 3/4 inch double-bar buckle shall be ITW Nexus Trovato Ladderloc, part no. 154-0075-2099, National Molding Corp. Standard Tensionlock Buckle, part no. 5111; or American Cord & Webbing Double Bar Single Lock, part no. DB Single Lock, nylon, 3/4 inch. 3.2.11.6 Strap tab. The strap tab shall be ITW Nexus Fast-Tabs RFT-2, part no. 401-2100-2099; or ITW Nexus part number FT-2, 1 inch 2 slot fast tab, nylon. Paragraph 3.2.13.2, Third sentence, delete and substitute the following: "The size of inscription characters shall be 1/8 (-0, +1/32) inch." Paragraph 6.6, delete - Acetal Plastic Hardware and all associated listings and replace with the following: - Nylon 6/6 Plastic Hardware American Cord & Webbing Co., Inc. National Molding Corp 1 Carrington St 5 Dubon Court Lincoln, RI 02865 Farmingdale, NY 11735-1065 ITW Nexus 195 Algonquin Road Des Plains, IL 60016-6197 +1 (555) 000-0000 www.itwnexus.com In order to provide clarification to the sampling and inspection procedures as outlined within the referenced Forest Service specification and the industry standard cited therein (ANSI/ASQ Z1.4-2003), the following exceptions shall be incorporated. All references to "defect" (or "defects") shall be deleted and the term "nonconformity" (or "nonconformities") shall be substituted in its place. Similarly, all references to "percent defective" shall be changed to "percent nonconforming" and the phrase "defects per hundred units" shall be changed to "nonconformities per hundred units." The term "rejection" shall be changed to "nonacceptance" when it refers to a result of following the specified procedure. INFORMATION FOR PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS: As an exception to specific statements contained within the referenced Forest Service specification, the following items shall be furnished only to successful bidders upon contract award: color shade samples, full-size drawings and full-size patterns. For bidding purposes, 11" X 17" drawings will be furnished upon request. They will contain sufficient information regarding size, shape, and quantity of material for bidding purposes. Note it is the bidder's responsibility to determine yield and waste from the provided 11" X 17" drawings and no further direction or clarification will be provided by the government. EXCEPTIONS TO MTDC-713C: 1. Sheet 1 of 3, Part #2 Pad, Material-Description: Add the following to the end: "or Monarch Rubber Co. F-06231, natural color." 2. Sheet 1 of 3, Part Nos. 5 through 10: Material-Description: Replace MIL-W-43668 with A-A-55301. 3. Part numbers 13 and 14: Delete the material description and substitute the following: - Per paragraph 3.2.11.2.2, as modified. 4. Part number 15: Delete the material description and substitute the following: - Per paragraph 3.2.11.4, as modified. 5. Part number 16: Delete the material description and substitute the following: - Per paragraph 3.2.11.3, 1-inch plastic slide buckle, as modified. 6. Material list, part 17, delete the size requirement. UNIT PACKAGING: Each harness folded as specified by paragraph 5.1.1.2, shall be packaged in accordance with paragraph 5.1.3. PACKING: Fifty (50) unit packages shall be packed in accordance with paragraph 5.2.1. SPECIAL MARKING: The National Fire Equipment System (NFES) number appearing below the National Stock Number (NSN) of this Item Purchase Description shall be marked on the shipping container below the NSN. The NFES number shall be preceded by "NFES". MARKING: Shipments to GSA and other civilian agencies shall be marked in accordance with FED-STD-123. Shipments to the Department of Defense (DOD) shall be marked in accordance with MIL-STD-129. Palletization: The shipping (transport) containers shall be palletized. The pallets shall be 48-inch length x 40-inch width, general purpose, four-way entry, flush stringer, and double-face non-reversible pallets. The palletized load shall not exceed 2500 pounds in weight for shipments to the Eastern Distribution Center (Burlington). The palletized load shall not exceed 2000 pounds in weight for shipments to the Western Distribution Center (French Camp and Stockton Locations). The palletized load shall not overhang the pallet deck board edge by more than 1 inch and shall not exceed 53 inches in overall height (including pallet). Less than half pallet loads or loads shipped by small package carrier in acceptable transport packing need not be palletized. When less than full but more than a half pallet is used, the palletized load shall utilize proper bracing and/or reinforcement to ensure that the load can withstand two additional loads placed on it. Stacking: A load-stacking test shall be performed once, at the beginning of the contract, for each different unitized or palletized load configuration. A fully palletized load shall be tested utilizing a total stack of three palletized loads, with all the proper bracing and/or reinforcement necessary to perform the test. There shall be no evidence of damage to the pallets, shipping containers or products when stack is tested on the rigid surface for a minimum of 24 hours, in compliance with all the National and Local Safety Regulations. The pre-tested palletized load configuration shall be duplicated using the same packaging materials, pattern, number of shipping (transport) containers, and procedures consistent throughout the duration of the contract. Palletized loads shall be stable and safe when handled with mechanical equipment by qualified personnel. Materials: All lumber used inside or outside a shipment shall be bark free. No used wood pallets with repaired components or stringers will be acceptable. All wood pallet stringers shall be manufactured from hardwoods. Pallets manufactured of materials other than wood, shall conform to all the requirements specified herein. Unitization: For the purpose of this requirement, the assembled group of containers or items in a single load that can be handled as a unit throughout the distribution system. Unitization encompasses, but is not limited to, consolidation in a container, placement on a pallet or load base having forklift capability, or securely binding together. Shipments should be considered for unitization where appropriate or specified. Unitization of pallet load: The palletized load shall be unitized and secured to the pallet to insure that the load arrives intact without product damage. The containers or items shall be placed in a suitable pattern to form a stable and balanced load. Vertical, horizontal or filler reinforcement shall be added as necessary to meet the stacking strength requirements. A palletized load shall be secured to the pallet by shrink or stretch wrapping, and/or, by steel or nonmetallic strapping. When steel or nonmetallic strapping is used, edge protectors shall be provided to prevent damage to the cartons when tensioning the strapping. As a minimum, two straps shall run lengthwise, two straps shall run widthwise, and two straps shall run around the girth of the palletized load. A palletized load shall be capable of protecting the products against damage in a multiple handling, transportation, and storage environment having distribution warehouses with rack systems that support the load/s overhead of warehouse personnel. Notice of special requirements for shipment to all countries that have endorsed the IPPC Guidelines for treatment of non-manufactured wood packaging: The International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) has approved and published on March 15, 2002, - Guidelines for Regulating Wood Packaging Material in International Trade. Countries endorsing the IPPC Guidelines are found at http://www.aphis.usda.gov/ppq/swp/. Clause D-FSS-468 requires non-manufactured wood pallets and other non-manufactured wood packaging material used in shipments destined to IPPC compliant countries require the appropriate wood treatment. Additionally, shipments delivered to DOD distribution facilities or freight consolidation points for eventual delivery to or through EU/IPPC countries shall comply with applicable DLA Regulations and Procurement Letter PROCLTR 02-17. (11/24/04)