409th CSB - Firefighting Equipment and Diving Equipment North Macedonia

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (W564KV26QA0030001) for Firefighting PPE, Diving Equipment, and related items. The solicitation is issued by the HQ CONTRACTING, UNIT 23156, APO, AE 09227.

• Firefighting PPE: Intervention Gear for Urban Fire

• Compressor 300 bar

• Diving Components (kit components)

• Isolation Device Components

• Stationary Compressor

• All items are to be delivered IAW Pricing Matrix and have a Firm Fixed Price arrangement.

• Product Service Code: 4210 for all listed items.

• Contract Type: Not explicitly stated, but implies Firm Fixed Price based on pricing arrangements.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Offer Due Date: 19 May 2026, 1500 CET.

• Submission Method: Email to Contract Specialist Melissa McDaniel (melissa.a.mcdaniel20.mil@army.mil) and Contracting Officer Judy Biboum (judy.i.biboum.civ@army.mil). Subject line must be "Submission of Offer W564KV-26-Q-A003".

• Questions Due Date: NLT 7 days after solicitation issuance.

• Evaluation Factors: Technically Approved, Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS), and Lowest Price.

• Technical Specifications must be detailed and meet requirements outlined in the Pricing Matrix.

• Capability Statement required, including active CAGE Code, POC information, and demonstrated experience (at least one contract reference from the last 10 years).

• Quotes must be in EUROS, fully loaded, and include all fees, overheads, G&A, insurance, profits, or any other markups.

• Offers must be submitted in English and in PDF format.

• Attachments to emails are restricted to 10 MB.

• Quotes must be held firm for 90 calendar days from the quote due date.

• This acquisition is UNRESTRICTED.

• NAICS Code: 315210, Size Standard: Not specified.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference.

• Various FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference, including those related to Item Unique Identification and Valuation, Antiterrorism/Force Protection, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer, and others.

• FOB Destination OCONUS applies, with the contractor responsible for shipping costs and risk of loss.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies Solicitation W564KV26QA003, originally dated 01 May 2026.

• The primary change is the extension of the Response Due Date.

• Item 9B (Dated) and the associated Offer Due Date have been modified.

• The deadline for submitting offers has been extended from 15 May 2026 to 19 May 2026.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides clarifications and answers to questions regarding the "PPE North Macedonia" opportunity.

• Compressor Capacity: The required capacity for the compressor is a minimum of 300 litres per minute, for filling self-contained breathing apparatus with 4 outlets.
• Standard for Underwater Equipment: The requested standard (EN 137) applies to composite bottles (equipment) and is relevant for underwater equipment.
• Diving Equipment Regulator: An emergency regulator and pressure gauge (OCTOPUS) is required for emergencies or protection for lowering extra pressure, in addition to the first and second stage regulators.

These clarifications provide specific details on equipment requirements, potentially impacting bidder proposals and understanding of the scope.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is IRS Form W-14, "Certificate of Foreign Contracting Party Receiving Federal Procurement Payments." It is used by foreign entities to provide information to the acquiring agency regarding their status for federal procurement payments, potentially related to tax exemptions under international agreements or U.S. production of goods/services.

• Part I: Identification - Collects information about the foreign contracting party and the acquiring agency, including names, addresses, and contract numbers.
• Part II: Exemption Based on International Agreement - Allows the foreign party to claim relief from tax under Section 5000C pursuant to an international agreement (e.g., a tax treaty).
• Part III: Exemption Based on International Procurement Agreement or Goods/Services Produced/Performed in the U.S. - Allows for claiming exemptions related to international procurement agreements or if goods/services are produced/performed in the U.S.
• Part IV: Explanation - Requires detailed explanations for any exemptions claimed, including the specific agreements, provisions, and basis for entitlement.
• Part V: Certificate - A sworn statement by the foreign person or their authorized representative, certifying the truthfulness of the information and acknowledging tax obligations.

Bidders who are foreign entities may need to complete and submit this form as part of their proposal or contract execution, especially if they are seeking tax exemptions or if the contract involves international procurement. The form requires detailed information about the foreign party's identity, location, and the nature of the goods or services in relation to international agreements or U.S. production. Failure to provide accurate information could impact payment processing or tax liabilities.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a pricing matrix for the "FF Diving PPE" sheet, detailing various components of Fire Fighting Personal Protective Equipment (FF PPE), diving kits, isolation devices, and compressors. It outlines the CLINs, items, descriptions, quantities, units of issue, and prices.

• CLIN 0001 (FF PPE): Includes helmets, balaclavas, jackets, trousers, boots, and gloves with specific standards and sizes listed. All items are to be delivered to Kavadarci, North Macedonia.
• CLIN 0002: One 300 Bar compressor with 4 outlets.
• CLIN 0003 (Diving Kit Components): Includes air regulators, dive computers, instrument consoles, diving vests, semi-dry suits, boots, fins, gloves, masks, tubes, dive markers, single tank bottles, socks, and protective nets for bottles.
• CLIN 0004 (Isolation Device Set): Components for isolation apparatus with compressed air, including bases, breathing machines, masks, and composite bottles.
• CLIN 0005 (Stationary Compressor): Details for a stationary compressor with specific motor type, power, capacity, pressure, purification system, and output requirements.
• Pricing: All unit prices and total costs are currently listed as 0.0.

This pricing matrix provides a detailed breakdown of the equipment required for the opportunity. Bidders should use this document to understand the specific items, quantities, and technical specifications needed. The delivery location is explicitly stated as Kavadarci, North Macedonia. Bidders should note that all prices are currently zero, indicating that pricing information needs to be filled in by the bidder.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for Firefighting PPE, Diving Equipment, and related components (OHDACA). The government intends to award a Firm Fixed-Price contract.

• Firefighting PPE: Intervention Gear for Urban Fire (Item 0001)

• Compressor 300 bar (Item 0002)

• Diving Components (Item 0003)

• Isolation Device Components (Item 0004)

• Stationary Compressor (Item 0005)

• All items are to be delivered IAW Pricing Matrix.

• Product Service Code for all items is 4210.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but delivery is 30 calendar days from the date of award.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Offer Due Date: 15 May 2026, 1500 CET.

• Submission Method: Email to Contract Specialist Melissa McDaniel (melissa.a.mcdaniel20.mil@army.mil) and Contracting Officer Judy Biboum (judy.i.biboum.civ@army.mil). Subject line must be "Submission of Offer W564KV-26-Q-A003".

• Questions Due Date: NLT 7 days after issuance of solicitation.

• Quotes must be in English and PDF format. Spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel compatible form.

• Evaluation Factors: Technically Approved, Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS), and Lowest Price.

• Technical Specifications, Capability Statement, Demonstrated Experience, and SPRS score are critical for evaluation.

• Quotes must be complete and compliant with solicitation instructions.

• Prices must be in EUROS, fully loaded, and inclusive of all fees, overheads, G&A, insurance, profits, or any other markups.

• Delivery: FOB Destination OCONUS (Outside Continental US).

• Period of Acceptance: Quoted price firm for 90 calendar days from the quote due date.

• This acquisition is UNRESTRICTED.

• NAICS Code: 315210, Size Standard: Not specified.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including those related to Item Unique Identification and Valuation (252.211-7003), Antiterrorism/Force Protection (252.225-7043), Wide Area WorkFlow Payment Instructions (252.232-7006), and others.

• Specific addenda to FAR clauses are included, such as for 52.212-4 (Contract Terms and Conditions) and 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors).

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).