ODMS FILTER ELEMENT INTAKE AIR

Solicitation / Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition

This document justifies a "Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition" (JOFOC) for the purchase of six hundred (600) air intake filter elements, part number ECB120376, for the U.S. Coast Guard's 87' WPB Coastal Patrol Boat Main Diesel Engines. The estimated total value is $84,000.00.

• Six hundred (600) air intake filter elements.

• Part Number: ECB120376

• NSN: 2940-01-482-8301

• Must conform to the standard configuration currently installed on the 87' WPB Coastal Patrol Boat.

• The filters are critical for filtering intake air for the main diesel engines, removing particles before they enter the system.

• Estimated Total Value: $84,000.00

• Procurement is being conducted under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) for FAR 13.106-1(b).

• This document is a justification for a sole-source procurement, not a solicitation for proposals.

• The justification cites "ONLY ONE SOURCE REASONABLY AVAILABLE" due to the brand name being essential and proprietary.

• The document lists several "Suggested Sources," including Southern Automotive Wholesalers, Inc. (Large Business), SIT Corporation (Large Business), Brighton Cromwell, LLC (Large Business), and Seahorse Defense Supply, LLC (Small, Minority Owned).

• However, the justification states that Donaldson Company Inc. is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), and their manufacturing drawings, specifications, and technical data are proprietary and not for sale.

• Vendors other than the OEM must provide documentation certifying that their filters meet OEM specifications and standards for the 87' WPB Coastal Patrol Boats.

• The document emphasizes that any attempt to manufacture or supply filters without proper OEM specifications could cause equipment failure, loss of propulsion, and jeopardize the safety of the vessel and crew.

• Market research will continue with a focus on vendors with required specialized capabilities, but proprietary technical data is needed for full and open competition.

Other / Unclassified

This document is the "Packaging and Marking Guide For DoD" published by the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) in March 2014. It serves as an informational guide for familiarization purposes and is not intended to replace contractual requirements, specifications, or regulations. The guide compiles information from various government packaging documents and technical manuals for instructional use.

This guide is relevant to bidders as it outlines the general principles and specific methods for military packaging and marking. It details:

• Locations of Packaging Requirements: Where to find packaging and marking requirements within solicitations and contracts (e.g., Section D - Packaging & Marking).
• Hazardous Materials Packaging: Requirements for packaging hazardous materials in accordance with modal regulations (Land, Water, Commercial Air, Military Air).
• Commercial vs. Military Packaging: Guidance on when commercial packaging (ASTM D-3951) may be appropriate versus military packaging (MIL-STD-2073).
• Military Preservation Methods: Five basic methods of military preservation (Methods 10, 20, 30, 40, 50) with detailed descriptions and examples.
• Military Packing Levels: Definitions of Level A and Level B packing requirements.
• Packaging Requirement Codes: An introduction to the coding system used to specify packaging requirements (MIL-STD-2073-1E(1)).
• Inspection Provisions: Details on preservation and packing inspections, including leakage and heat-sealed seam tests.
• Package Markings: Types of basic markings (Identification, Bar Code, Address, Special) and examples for unit, intermediate, and exterior containers.
• Specific Standards: References to key military standards and specifications related to packaging, such as MIL-STD-2073, MIL-STD-129, MIL-STD-147, and ASTM standards.

Bidders should consult this guide to understand the potential packaging and marking requirements that may be imposed by a contract or solicitation, which can significantly impact cost and logistics.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document, FAR 52.252-2, outlines clauses incorporated by reference into a contract. It specifies that the full text of these clauses will be provided upon request and is also accessible electronically via acquisition.gov. The document details various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses that are required to implement statutes or executive orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial products and commercial services.

The document primarily lists and incorporates by reference numerous FAR clauses. These clauses cover a wide range of requirements, including but not limited to:

• Representations and certifications (e.g., regarding telecommunication services, offeror representations).
• Contract terms and conditions for commercial items.
• Prohibitions related to specific technologies, foreign entities, and business practices (e.g., Kaspersky Lab, ByteDance, inverted domestic corporations).
• Requirements for small business subcontracting, including set-asides and utilization plans.
• Labor standards, equal opportunity, and employment eligibility verification.
• Environmental and sustainability requirements.
• Payment and invoicing terms.
• Contractor responsibilities regarding records, audits, and reporting.

This document does not specify contract type, period of performance, or estimated value, as it is a standard clause incorporated into various contracts.

This document does not contain specific proposal submission or evaluation instructions. It focuses on the contractual clauses that will govern the contract once awarded.

Numerous clauses related to small business set-asides (HUBZone, Total Small Business, Partial Small Business, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business, Women-Owned Small Business) are incorporated by reference, indicating potential eligibility requirements or preferences for certain business categories.

Bidders should carefully review all referenced FAR clauses, as they will form a significant part of the contractual obligations. The document also references specific statutes and executive orders that underpin these clauses.