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Armor Composite Panel

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SPE8E5-18-R-0001Federal

Submission Closed11/30/2017, 08:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 332111

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Solicitation # SPE8E4-27-T-0122

Solicitation SPE8E4-27-T-0122 is a fixed-price requirement issued by the Defense Logistics Agency for the procurement of Cobalt Comp L-605 metal bars. The material must be hot rolled, round, and solution heat treated, with a diameter of 0.500 inches and lengths between 10 and 12 feet. The procurement specifies a quantity of 2 feet, with a required delivery date of October 8, 2026, and a delivery lead time of 20 days after order. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the point of origin. Technical compliance is governed by SAE AMS5759P Revision P and SAE AMS2806 Revision D, with additional quality requirements outlined in QAP 13873. A Certificate of Quality Compliance is mandatory for every shipment. The contract enforces strict marking and packaging standards, including MIL-STD-129 and ASTM A700, and requires continuous identification markings on each unit. Eligibility is restricted to suppliers on the Qualified Suppliers List for Manufacturers or Distributors (QSLM/QSLD). Administrative requirements include electronic invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow and adherence to DFARS cybersecurity and domestic sourcing regulations, including the Buy American Act and the Berry Amendment.

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Casting/Forging Manufacture for Mortar Housing AssemblyThis subcontract involves the manufacture of raw castings or forgings for mortar housing assemblies supporting Department of the Army Watervliet Arsenal projects. The selected provider must produce components in strict accordance with Drawing 11580065 and the material specifications outlined in the Technical Data Package. Deliverables include the raw casting or forging components along with corresponding Certified Test Reports. To be eligible, facilities must meet specific Army ordnance specifications and maintain a Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement to ensure authorized access to the Technical Data Package. This opportunity is managed under the Department of Defense with a response deadline of November 2, 2026.

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Breechblock Forging (Rough Machined) ManufacturingThis subcontract involves the forging and rough machining of breechblock components for US Army 105mm M20 artillery projects. The scope of work requires the use of industrial forging presses and CNC machining centers to process raw metal into parts that adhere to the specifications of drawing 12591138, Rev B. The contractor is responsible for executing First Article Testing and delivering 77 rough machined forgings along with the required CDRL data in compliance with DFARS 252.225-7000. This project is managed under the Department of Defense through the W6QK Acc Wva agency, with performance taking place in Watervliet.

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NAICS

332111 - Iron and Steel Forging

Place of Performance

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Set-Aside

NONE

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PhaseClosed

PostedOct 24

Sources Sought

Notice updatedOct 24

The notice description changed.

Type ChangedNov 7

Sources Sought → Presolicitation

Deadline changedNov 7

Response deadline changed from Nov 22, 2017 to Nov 30, 2017.

Response DeadlineNov 30

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

11/30/2017, 08:00:00 PM UTC

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Full Description

This presolicitation notice is for a long-term indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract for NSN: 9535-01-569-2367, Description: armor composite panel. The estimated annual demand quantity is 86 EA. This panel is manufactured by Safariland, LLC, part number: 880173030. This armor composite panel is used on the Arleigh Burke Class Aegis destroyer to protect sailors operating crew served weapons (CSW). Safariland, LLC is the sole source manufacturer of the Armor Composite Panel. This acquisition is for FOB Destination deliveries with material being delivered to Stock Depots in Tracy, CA and New Cumberland, PA. This IDIQ will have a one-year Base Period with two one-year Option Periods. An economic price adjustment (EPA) will be applied to the Option Periods. Once issued, the solicitation will be posted on the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) website (https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil). This is NOT a Request for Proposal, Request for Quote, or Invitation for Bid. The Government is in no way obligated to purchase any material as a result of this notice.

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