Purchase of NSN 513-001-598-2568 - SWAGING TOOL, FLEXIBLE CABLE TERMINAL

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a "SWAGING TOOL, FLEXIBLE CABLE TERMINAL" with National Stock Number (NSN) 5130015982568. The government is procuring this item and anticipates an "all-or-none" award.

• The specific item is a "Permaswage part number DLT30MAPW0000".

• The requirement is for one order with a quantity of 3 EA.

• The ultimate consignee is Fort Bliss, Texas.

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

• Each package must be labeled with the requisition number or Transportation Control Number (TCN).

• The item shall be preserved and packaged in a unit package designed to protect it against damage during shipment, handling, and storage.

• Marking of shipments must comply with GSAM provision/Clause 552.211-73 and Federal Standard 123 for domestic civilian activities, or Military Standard 129 for domestic military activities.

• Items requiring Safety Data Sheets (SDS) must include them, labeled with OSHA/GHS compliant information.

• The award will be made by the General Services Administration/Supply Chain Management Contracting Division (GSA/SCM).

• The contract becomes binding upon acceptance of a Purchase Order (PO).

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

• Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database before an award can be made, or willing to register within 5 days after award notice to accept POs in GSA's OMS Vendor Portal or have EDI capability.

• The basis of award will be a "pass" rating on administrative compliance requirements, followed by "Low Price" as the final evaluation factor. In case of a tie, DARO (Delivery Address or Reason of Availability) will be considered due to urgency.

• This RFQ is set aside exclusively for Small Business.

• NAICS code is 332510: Hardware Manufacturing.

• The size standard for eligibility is 750 employees or less, as registered in the SAM account.

• Vendors must ensure their representations and certifications are updated on SAM.gov prior to closing.

• Delivery is FOB Destination, CONUS.

• Extended lead-time and reason must be provided if the requested DARO cannot be met.

• Price must be valid through the Minimum Order Threshold (MOT).

Other / Unclassified

This document, MILITARY STANDARD 129R MARKING AND SHIPPING LABEL REQUIREMENTS (November 2014), provides detailed instructions for marking and labeling unit, intermediate, and exterior containers for military shipments. It outlines the required identification text and barcode information for various container types, including NSN/NATO stock number, CAGE code, part number, item description, quantity, contract/purchase order number, preservation method, shelf life, serial numbers, and hazardous materials.

This standard is crucial for any vendor involved in shipping goods to the government. It specifies the exact format and content required for Military Shipping Labels (MSLs), including both human-readable text and machine-readable barcodes (e.g., PDF417 and Code 39). Bidders must ensure their shipping and labeling practices comply with MIL-STD-129R to avoid shipment delays and ensure proper handling of goods. Key elements include the Transportation Control Number (TCN), which is essential for tracking shipments. The document also references specific forms like GSA Form 3186 and provides examples of MSL layouts and barcode fields.

Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC)

This document justifies the "Other Than Full and Open Competition" (JOFOC) for Brand Name National Stock Numbers (NSNs) managed by the General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), Supply Chain Management (SCM) Contracting Division (QSCC). This justification applies Division-Wide to NSNs established and managed by GSA FAS SCM for Department of War (DoW) and other Federal Agency customers. The NSNs are brand-restricted at the catalog level, but GSA aims to maximize competition at the order level by soliciting quotes from multiple authorized distributors or resellers.

• Procurements are for Brand Name National Stock Numbers (NSNs) across various Federal Supply Groups (FSGs).

• NSNs are identified as Brand Name Only based on requiring activity technical and cataloging determinations, meeting unique requirements for safety, interoperability, or mission-critical use.

• The estimated value for FY25 is $51,902,297.31, with a projected 10-year total of $595,001,672.35 (including a 3% compounded inflation factor).

• Procurements will be conducted in accordance with FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items).

• Ordering procedures at GSAR 538.71 will apply for supplies available through Federal Supply Schedules or other GSA contract vehicles.

• Pricing is determined fair and reasonable through competition and price analysis. If vendor-offered pricing is not fair and reasonable, corrective actions will be taken, including seeking additional competition or revised quotations.

• This justification is for "Other Than Full and Open Competition" based on statutory authorities (10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) or 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1)) and FAR 6.103-1(a) and FAR 6.103-1(d).

• GSA conducts continuous market research through an open RFI on SAM.gov to identify potential alternate items and encourage competition.

• The specific NSNs covered are fluid and dynamic, subject to change based on requirements and cataloging determinations.

• This portfolio-level JOFOC streamlines procurement processes and reduces administrative burden compared to repetitive, requisition-by-requisition justifications.

• GSA has maintained a continuously open Request for Information (RFI) on SAM.gov since April 2024 to solicit industry input on alternate items.