48 RQS - DZCO Deployment Kit

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Single Source Justification for a simplified acquisition. It outlines the need for specific equipment for the 48th Rescue Squadron (RQS) for Drop Zone Control Officer (DZCO) kits. The justification is required because the procurement is intended to be solicited as Brand Name Only.

The procurement includes the following items:

• Brand Name Only (BNO) Items:
  • 2x Phanthom AZL-15 Kit (for infrared capabilities compatible with night vision devices)
  • 4x Pelican 1630 Protector Transport Case (for certified durability and environmental sealing)
  • 4x Kestrel Weather Meter (for accurate on-site wind speed and atmospheric density calculations)
• Firm Specification Items:
  • 2x Pull Up Cords Wind Blade (Size: MEDIUM, with "48 RQS" logo)
  • Equipment: POLE SET & BAG MEDIUM
• Brand Name or Equal (BNoE) Items:
  • 4x Vortex Binoculars (Crossfire HD 8x42) (proven durability in harsh conditions)
  • 8x (Generic) Weights
  • 4x Cammenga Compass (Tritium Lensatic) (military standard for navigation in darkness)

• Contracting Activity: 355th Contracting Squadron

• Project/Program Name: 48 RQS - DZCO Deployment Kit

• Purchase Request / Local ID Number: F1PT5A6075A002

• This document is a justification for a single source. Section E states the intent to solicit as a Brand Name Only with a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) set-aside.

• The procurement is intended to be solicited as a Brand Name Only with a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) set-aside.

• The justification highlights that these specific brand-name items are essential for performance, durability, interoperability with existing equipment, and meeting technical/performance requirements, particularly for night operations and navigation in austere environments.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for commercial items, prepared in accordance with RFO Part 12. The government intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract for specific deployment kit items.

The procurement includes the following items:

• CLIN 0001: Phantom AZL-15® Kit AMP-3 / Box in 1 (Brand name Only) (2)

• CLIN 0002: Crossfire® HD 8x42 (Brand name or Equal) (4)

• CLIN 0003: 1630 Protector Transport Case (Brand name Only) (4)

• CLIN 0004: GoSports Classic Cornhole Bean Bags Set (Brand name or Equal) (8)

• CLIN 0005: Cammenga Official US Military Tritium Lensatic Compass (Brand name or Equal) (4)

• CLIN 0006: Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter with Link and Vane Mount (Brand name Only) (4)

• CLIN 0007: Pull Up Cords Wind Blade (MEDIUM size, with POLE SET & BAG MEDIUM, featuring 48 RQS logo) (2)

• Contract type: Firm-fixed price.

• Applicable regulations include Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01, DFARS, DAFFARS, and RFO updates.

• Questions Due: Email by 22 April 2026, 1:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time.

• Quotes Due: Email by 24 April 2026, 1:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time.

• Evaluation: Quotes will be evaluated based on lowest price and technical acceptability. Technical acceptability is defined by the quoter's capability statement to procure the specified equipment.

• Submission Requirements: Quotes must include Company Name, Company Address, CAGE Code, and Small Business Type. Quotes must not exceed 4 pages.

• This procurement is a Partial Brand Name Only utilizing a Woman Owned Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 334511 with a size standard of 1,350 employees.

• Attachments referenced include Provisions and Clauses, and the 48 RQS Logo.

• An ombudsman is available for concerns, but initial inquiries should be directed to the contracting officer.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

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Bidders must review these incorporated clauses and provisions to understand their obligations and requirements if awarded a contract. This includes, but is not limited to, requirements related to:

• Representations and certifications (e.g., regarding business operations, telecommunications equipment)
• Buy American and Balance of Payments Program
• Trade Agreements
• Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)
• Item Unique Identification and Valuation
• Payment instructions and procedures
• Training requirements
• Terms and Conditions for Commercial Products and Commercial Services
• Elimination of Class I Ozone Depleting Substances

Understanding these requirements is crucial for preparing a compliant proposal and for successful contract performance.