5180009215771 Tool Kit, Electrical Contact

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a "TOOL KIT, ELECTRICAL CONTACT" with National Stock Number (NSN) 5180009215771. The government is procuring this item for delivery to Suffolk, VA.

• The specific item is a "TOOL KIT, ELECTRICAL CONTACT" with NSN 5180009215771.

• The quantity required is 38.

• The item must meet Military Specification MIL-T-83507 and QPL-83507-11.

• Cadmium plating is not acceptable; a rust preventative finish or an alternative chromium coating meeting Aerospace Standard SAE AS4984 is required.

• Workmanship must meet commercial standards, with specific requirements for paints, coatings, finishes, fasteners, adhesives, lubricants, wires, cables, and external surfaces.

• Items must be marked with Manufacturer's Part Number, Manufacturer's Name/Symbol, and Country of Origin.

• Packaging must be in a fiberboard box suitable for shipping, handling, storage, and redistribution, complying with standard commercial practices and Uniform Freight Classification/National Motor Freight Classification.

• Marking of shipments must comply with GSAM 552.211-73 and Military Standard 129 for domestic military activities, including specific labeling requirements.

• Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) are required for items requiring them, including specific OSHA HazCom/GHS compliant labeling.

• The contract will be an "all-or-none" award.

• The period for acceptance of offers is 60 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

• The government reserves the right to terminate the contract for convenience or cause.

• Quotes must be submitted via email by the close date of the RFQ.

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

• Offerors must be registered users of, or have the ability to receive orders via Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) from, GSA's Order Management Services (OMS) Vendor Portal.

• Evaluation will be based on Administrative Compliance (pass/fail), Technical Acceptability (pass/fail), and Lowest Evaluated Price.

• Key administrative compliance items include updating representations and certifications on SAM.gov, compliance with terms and conditions, registration in OMS Vendor Portal/EDI, submission of all requested documents, and adherence to specific provisions and clauses.

• This RFQ is set aside exclusively for Small Business concerns (NAICS code 332216: Saw Blade and Handtool Manufacturing, with a size standard of 750 employees or less).

• Delivery address is Suffolk, VA 23435. Delivery may be FOB Destination, CONUS.

• Vendors must provide pricing for the specified NSN and quantity.

• Vendors should indicate if the quote can be used for future orders by completing the "valid through" date.

• Offerors must complete and acknowledge specific administrative compliance requirements on pages 1 and 2 of the RFQ.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides guidance on Military Standard 129 (MIL-STD-129R) for marking and shipping label requirements. It serves as a reference for vendors to ensure compliance with government shipping standards.

• Unit and Intermediate Container Marking: Details required information such as NSN, cage code, part number, nomenclature, quantity, contract/purchase order number, batch/lot number, and shelf-life marking.
• Exterior Container Marking: Specifies that exterior containers use a similar format to unit containers but exclude the item description. NSN, Purchase Order Number, and CAGE Code must be barcoded.
• Military Shipping Label (MSL): Outlines the required information for MSLs, including Transportation Control Number (TCN), Transportation Account Code (TAC), Type Service, Priority, Ship To/POE address, Project Code, POD, Weight, Ultimate Consignee/Mark For Consignee, RDD, Cube, and Date Shipped.
• Bar Code Requirements: Details specifications for linear (Code 39) and 2D (PDF417) bar codes, including content for identification markings and exterior containers.
• Packaging Requirements: References relevant standards for packaging, including commercial packaging (ASTM D-3951), hazardous material packing (DOT HMR, OSHA HCS), wood packaging material, and items requiring Safety Data Sheets (SDSs).

This document is critical for any bidder whose opportunity involves shipping goods to the government. Understanding and correctly applying these marking and labeling requirements is essential to avoid shipping delays and ensure compliance. Bidders must pay close attention to the specific data elements required for each type of container and the MSL, as well as any specific packaging instructions.