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Caisson Saddles

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PAN7421Federal

Submission Closed12/06/2024, 03:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

The contract is focused on market research to identify small businesses capable of providing specific supplies and services for the U.S. Army Caisson Platoon at Arlington National Cemetery. The requirement is associated with NAICS code 316990, emphasizing saddlery, harness, whips, and related animal furnishings, indicating a ceiling of 500 employees for potential providers. Notably, this Sources Sought Notice is not a solicitation for proposals but rather a tool for gathering information about potential suppliers and their capabilities. The contemplated contract type is a multi-year Firm Fixed Price Indefinite Quantity and Indefinite Delivery Contract, ensuring flexibility in supply and delivery schedules. The goods and services focus on the provision of Circle Y, Julie Goodnight Cascade Crossover Saddles, and Saddle Pads, customized and fitted for the Caisson Platoon's horses. The intention is to ensure uniformity and safety, given the diverse age and size of the horses in the platoon. Responses to this RFI, which should not include proprietary information, must be submitted in writing by December 6, 2024, to the designated contact, Tina Hill. This effort is under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, illustrating a commitment to involving small business entities in fulfilling this requirement.

General Info

Market research for small businesses supplying saddles and related services for U.S. Army Caisson Platoon.

Agency

Department Of Defense → DEPT OF THE ARMY

NAICS

316990 - Other Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Fort Myer, VA, 22211, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

Saddles and Pads Purchase Description - Caisson Circle Y

specifications

High

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PhaseClosed

PostedNov 25

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Notice updatedNov 25

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Response DeadlineDec 6

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12/06/2024, 03:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → DEPT OF THE ARMY

Contacts2 people available

OfficeFORT CAVAZOS, TX, 76544-0000, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → DEPT OF THE ARMY

Office AddressFORT CAVAZOS, TX, 76544-0000, USA

Contacts

Tina Hill

contact@example.gov

Xochitl Tiedemann

contact@example.gov

Full Description

Sources Sought Synopsis:

THIS RFI IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL. It is a market research tool (FAR Part 10) being used to determine potential small business firms capable of providing the supply and/or services described herein prior to determining the method of acquisition.

The NAICS contemplated for this requirement is 316990 number of employees 500

Product Service Code is 3770, Saddlery, Harness, Whips, and Related Animal Furnishings

The Contract Type is anticipated to be a multi-year Firm Fixed Price Indefinite Quantity and Indefinite Delivery Contract.

This RFI is for market research purposes only. Responses to this Request for Information (RFI) are not considered offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Respondents shall not submit any proprietary information when responding to this RFI. Respondents shall also note that the Government will not return any information submitted in response to this RFI. The Government is not responsible for any costs incurred by respondents regarding any responses to this RFI. Respondents shall submit capability statements that clearly define the company's ability to provide the services stated in this RFI.

This requirement supports the U.S. Army Caisson Platoon conducts memorial affairs operations in support of all Joint Services in Arlington National Cemetery to honor our Nation’s fallen service members and their families. On order, the Caisson Platoon provides assets in support of State Funeral missions and key strategic engagement ceremonies in and beyond the National Capitol Region. Saddles and pads must be uniform and fit to each horse for the safety and life of the herd. The U.S. Army Caisson Platoon’s horses vary in age and size. Contractors shall be able to state rather or not they can provide all the items listed in the provided DRAFT purchase description. The SOW will be finalized prior to solicitation.

The contractor shall provide only Circle Y, Julie Goodnight Cascade Crossover Saddles and Circle Y, Julie Goodnight Saddle Pads in accordance with the purchase description (PD) with associated Caisson Detachment customizations and fitting as detailed in the purchase description.

SUBMITTAL INFORMATION: Please provide a capability statement addressing your company’s ability to provide the supplies required below. Include only general description of each item relative to the requirement as this is not a solicitation and no responses will be considered as proposals.

Provide responses to this notice to: Contract Specialist tina.c.hill.mil@army.mil, Telephone responses will NOT be accepted. Please provide responses in writing no later than 12:00 (noon). Eastern Time, 6 December 2024.

All responses must include the following information: Company Name; Company Address; Company Business Size; Small Business category; CAGE Code and Point-of-contact (POC) name, phone number, and e-mail address.