84 -- HAZMAT Suits and Equipment, PAPR Equipment

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial service prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. FA4621-06-T-0154 is being issued as a Request for Quotation, which incorporates provisions and clauses for commercial items in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-12. This acquisition is reserved for small businesses; however, the Government will accept proposals from all businesses. In the event of insufficient small business participation, award will be made on an unrestricted basis. The associated NAICS code for this acquisition is 315999. McConnell AFB KS plans to acquire the following items. Line Item 0001 ? Coverall ? 6 Case - Lakeland Industries Style # 44428 (or equal) Tychem? SL coverall, zipper with storm flap, attached hood, elastic wrist and ankles. Bound seam construction. 12 per case. Sizes: 3 cases large, 2 cases medium, 1 case small. Line Item 0002 ? Encapsulated Training Suit ? 2 Each - Rear Entry. Lakeland Industries Style # 95494 (or equal). Expanded back, sewn seams, 20 mil PVC face shield, single storm flap, butyl gloves, 2 exhaust ports, attached sock boots. Size: XL. Line Item 0003 ? HAZMAT Boots ? 39 Each - Onguard Industries item # 87015 (or equal). HAZMAT boots, lime green, Level A. 11" boot height. Steel toe complies with ASTM F2413-05 and CSA Z195. One piece injection molded with no buttons or elastic bands to break, and easier decontamination. Large kick-off lug for easy removal. Excellent slip resistance. Wider across the gate tallow for easy entry into the boot while wearing a chemical protective suit. New non-slip EZ decon outsole for easier decontamination and clean-up. Easier to don and doff when wearing a chemical protective suit. Steel toe, steel shank, and steel midsole for complete protection. Sizes: size 7 = 4, size 8 = 5, size 9 = 5, size 10 = 5, size 11 = 5, size 12 = 5, size 13 = 5, size 14 = 3, size 15 = 2. Line Item 0004 ? Butyl Rubber Gloves ? 78 Each - North Safety item # B324 (or equal), butyl rubber, unsupported gloves. Curved fingers for better fit. Highest impermeability to water vapors, gases and toxic chemicals, including most missile fuels, for greater worker protection, especially when handling toxic substances. Flexible and sensitive, even at low temperatures. Resistant to oxygenated solvents and most oxidizing chemicals. Sizes: Large = 33, Medium = 30, Small = 15. Line Item 0005 ? Kevlar Gloves ? 78 Each - MCR Glove Company item # 9367 (or equal), Glove: 66% Kevlar, 34% Cotton/Poly. Weight Class = Heavy. Gauge = 7. # ends = 3. Color = yellow. Sizes: Large = 33, Medium = 30, Small = 15. Line Item 0006 ? PAPR Respirator ? 13 Each - 3M Manufacturing item # 3M6800DIN (or equal), tight fitting respirator for PAPR. Sizes: Large = 5, Medium = 5, Small = 3. Line Item 0007 ? Breathing Tube for PAPR ? 13 Each - 3M Manufacturing item # 3MGVP-123 (or equal), breathing tube for PAPR. Must be compatible with line item 0008. Sizes: Large = 5, Medium = 5, Small = 3. Line Item 0008 ? PAPR ? 13 Each - 3M Manufacturing item # 3MGVP1 (or equal). PAPR. Line Item 0009 ? HEPA Filter ? 13 Case - 3M Manufacturing item # 3M60923 (or equal). Organic vaporm acid gas, HEPA Filter for the PAPR (line item 0008), 6 per case. Line Item 0010 ? Replacement Reservoir ? 39 Each - Camelbak Hydrate Drinking Systems item # 60172 (or equal). Replacement chemical/biological reservoir. DuraFlex Barrier Technology? resists penetration of chemical and biological agents. Attaches to standard protective masks. Meets USACHPPM TG230A and TB MED 577 standards for 24-hour resistance to Sarin nerve and Mustard blister agents. Full reservoirs won?t burst, even after a 10' drop onto concrete. HydroLink? Modular Attachment System allows flexibility between components such as Big Bite? Valve, Filter Adapter, or Protective Mask Adaptors. HydroGuard? Anti-Microbial Technology continuously inhibits the growth of bacteria and fungus on the reservoir and delivery tube surfaces. FDA approved & EPA-registered (HydroGuard? does not protect users against food-borne bacteria. Always clean thoroughly). Quick and easy filling via the extended, external screw cap fill port. Fits into most CamelBak Hydration Systems. Capacity: 100 oz (3.0 liters). Dimensions: 6.75" X 18.125". Empty Weight: 9 oz. Line Item 0011 ? Standard Reservoir ? 39 Each - Camelbak Hydrate Drinking Systems item # 20111 (or equal), 100 OZ Camelbak standard reservoir. Color: Black. Includes HydroLink Modular Connection System with positive shut-off HydroLock. Exterior fill port with ergonomic handle for filling on the go. Use D-Ring attachment points to place unit anywhere. Quick-release shoulder straps unclip for easy removal. Tough, abrasion-resistant 1000D Cordura exterior. Includes SternumStrap for added stability. Closed cell insulation and neoprene tube covers keeps water cool or warm for hours. Please give estimated shipping charges, if any. The following provisions in their latest editions apply to this solicitation: FAR 52.212-l, Instructions to Offerors, Commercial. FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation, Commercial Items (a) The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factor will be used to evaluate offers: Price. A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer?s specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award. FAR 52.212-3, Offerors Representations and Certifications, Commercial Items (offeror shall complete these on-line at www.bpn.gov/orca), FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions, Commercial Items. FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders. FAR 52.211-6, Brand Name or equal. The offeror shall include, as part of their offer, a completed DFARS 252.225-7000, Buy American Act ? Balance of Payments Program Certificate. AFFARS 5352.201-9101, Ombudsman. (a) An ombudsman has been appointed to hear and facilitate the resolution of concerns from offerors, potential offerors, and others for this acquisition. When requested, the ombudsman will maintain strict confidentiality as to the source of the concern. The existence of the ombudsman does not affect the authority of the program manager, contracting officer, or source selection official. Further, the ombudsman does not participate in the evaluation of proposals, the source selection process, or the adjudication of protests or formal contract disputes. The ombudsman may refer the party to another official who can resolve the concern.(b) Before consulting with an ombudsman, interested parties must first address their concerns, issues, disagreements, and/or recommendations to the contracting officer for resolution. Consulting an ombudsman does not alter or postpone the timelines for any other processes (e.g., agency level bid protests, GAO bid protests, requests for debriefings, employee-employer actions, contests of OMBC A-76 competition performance decisions). (c) If resolution cannot be made by the contracting officer, concerned parties may contact the Center/MAJCOM ombudsmen, Mr. Michael R. Jackson, HQ AMC/A7K, 507 Symington Drive, Scott AFB IL 62225-5022, (618) 229-0267, fax (618) 256-6668, email: Michael.jackson@scott.af.mil. Concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations that cannot be resolved at the MAJCOM/DRU level, may be brought by the concerned party for further consideration to the Air Force ombudsman, Associate Deputy Assistant Secretary (ADAS) (Contracting), SAF/AQC, 1060 Air Force Pentagon, Washington DC 20330-1060, phone number (703) 588-7004, facsimile number (703) 588-1067. (d) The ombudsman has no authority to render a decision that binds the agency. (e) Do not contact the ombudsman to request copies of the solicitation, verify offer due date, or clarify technical requirements. Such inquiries shall be directed to the Contracting Officer. (End of clause) Additional FAR clauses cited within the above clauses, which are applicable, will be incorporated into the solicitation and the resulting contract. Award will be made to the most responsive offeror proposing the items determined to be the most advantageous to the government in accordance with the evaluation factors listed above. FOB shall be Destination. Award can only be made to contractors registered in Central Contractor Registration (http://www.ccr.gov). Offerors shall respond to this solicitation by 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time 22 Sept 06. Offers can be faxed to A1C Janet Alworth at 316-759-4507 or e-mailed to janet.alworth@mcconnell.af.mil.