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Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the "Salient Characteristics" for a Queen Size mattress, specifying the "Same or Equal" dimensions, capacity, and function acceptable for procurement. It details the technical specifications required for a "Pocket Spring Pillow Top Mattress, Queen."

• Dimensions: 60" (W) x 80" (L) x 10.24" (H) with a +/- 5mm tolerance.
• Color: Dark Navy (final color determined by customer needs).
• Construction Details: Extensive breakdown of materials and layers for the Top, Middle Panel, Bottom, and Side components, including:
  • Top: Flame Retardant, Antimicrobial, antifungal, Antibacterial, Non-allergenic, and Anti-bedbug treated fabric (68% Polyester + Rayon 32%), padding layers, and specific sponge densities.
  • Middle Panel: 3D mesh material, various sponge densities (including memory foam and interior sponge), and felt.
  • Bottom: Poly 100% material, padding, and felt.
  • Side: Suede material and edge sponge.
• Interior Materials: Detailed specifications for pocket springs (wire diameter, height, spin count, cover), corner support, and border frame.
• Labeling: Requirements for quality indication, caution, index, warranty, and manufacturing information labels.
• Packaging: Heavy-duty plastic bag packaging.
• Flammability Standards: Compliance with U.S. standards 16 CFR 1632 and 16 CFR 1633.
• Warranty: Minimum three years.
• Delivery: Within 60 days of award, with specific delivery point at SP #47 (Daegu City).

This document is critical for bidders to understand the precise technical specifications and quality requirements for the mattress. It serves as the basis for proposing a "same or equal" product. Bidders must ensure their proposed mattress meets or exceeds all listed characteristics, including materials, dimensions, performance standards (flammability, warranty), and delivery timelines. The requirement for a miniature sample for technical inspection is also a key actionable item.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the "Salient Characteristics" for a Queen Size Box Spring, specifying that "Same or Equal" dimensions, capacity, and function are acceptable. It serves as a detailed specification for potential bidders to understand the required product.

• Item: Box Spring, Queen Size
• Dimensions: 60" (W) x 80" (L) x 8" (H) with a +/- 2mm variable tolerance.
• Color: Dark Navy (customer to determine final color).
• Construction Details:
  • Top: 100% Polyester cotton Jacquard fabric (Flame Retardant, Antimicrobial, antifungal, Antibacterial, Non-allergenic, Anti-bedbug - certificate required), 4mm urethane foam, 40g non-woven fabric, taped edge.
  • Middle Panel: 600 g/m³ polyester plush fabric (Guard-Tex layer), 2.4 mm Bonnell springs, 1.4mm helical lacing coils, U-guard edge support, 5mm steel wire border frame.
  • Guard: Strong wooden frame structure (60mm W x 20mm Thickness Beams), with moisture content ideally 15% or less (desirable 13% +/- 5%).
  • Bottom: 70g non-woven fabric, taped edge.
  • Side: 100% Polyester Jacquard fabric, 4mm urethane foam, 40g non-woven fabric.
• Label: Manufacturer info, quality indication, caution, index label, warranty (all in English).
• Packaging: Heavy-duty plastic bag.
• Miniature Sample: Vendor must provide an actual sample product (1/4 or 1/8 size) for technical inspection.
• Compliance: Must comply with U.S. Flammability Standards (16 CFR 1632 and 16 CFR 1633.1).
• Warranty: Minimum three years in a written statement.
• Delivery: Within 60 days of award, with potential for extension approval. Delivery point is SP #47 (Daegu City), requiring contractor manpower for download and FMB. Forklift may be provided by housing.
• Information Sheet: Vendor must attach an information sheet with company name, item description, manufacturing date, and quantity.

This document is critical for bidders as it defines the exact specifications and requirements for the Queen Size Box Spring. Bidders must ensure their product meets or exceeds these salient characteristics to be considered compliant. Key aspects include material specifications, construction, flammability standards, warranty, delivery timelines, and the requirement for a sample product and information sheet.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of Queen Size Mattress Pocket Spring Pillow Top Mattresses and Queen Size Box Spring Box Springs for on/off post Army family housing. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 337121.

• Item 0001: Queen Size Mattress Pocket Spring Pillow Top Mattress, Queen Size (W x L x H) - 60"/ 1524mm x 80"/ 2032mm x 10.24/260mm (+/- 5mm variable acceptable). Salient characteristics are attached.

• Item 0002: Queen Size Box Spring Box Spring, Queen Size (W x L x H) - 60"/ 1530mm x 80"/ 2032mm x 8"/ 200mm (+/- 2mm variable acceptable). Salient characteristics are attached.

• Items must be brand new; refurbished or remade items will not be accepted.

• A detailed delivery plan is required for offerors located outside the Republic of Korea.

• Offerors must provide prices in local currency (Korean Won) if located in the Republic of Korea, rounding to the nearest whole KRW. Offerors located outside the Republic of Korea must provide prices in US Dollars.

• Contract type: Firm-Fixed-Price Contract.

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price for both items.

• Delivery Schedule: Delivery on or before May 05, 2026.

• FOB: Destination.

• Party to Pay Transportation Cost: Contractor.

• Submission Method: Electronically through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module.

• Offer Due Date: 05 MAR 2026, 10:00 AM.

• Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible offeror with the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer. Evaluation factors include Technical (meeting salient characteristics, brand new items) and Price.

• Quote Validity: Quotes must remain valid for 180 days from the quote issuance date.

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

• This acquisition is UNRESTRICTED.

• The NAICS code is 337121 with a size standard.

• The proposed acquisition is limited to local contractors.

• Contact Arthur Chung for solicitation information.

• All questions should be emailed to Arthur.k.chung2.mil@army.mil within three (3) days after the RFQ is issued.

• Attachments include "Salient Characteristics Queen Mattress", "Salient Characteristics Queen Box Spring", "Contractor's Tax Exemption Declaration", "Local Clauses", and "General Information for Korean Vendor".

• FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference and in full text.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains several clauses related to tax exemptions for contractors operating in the Republic of Korea under the Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) between the U.S. and the Republic of Korea. These clauses outline procedures for obtaining exemptions from customs duties, special excise taxes, value-added taxes (VAT), and taxes on Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricant (POL) products.

• 5152.229-4012 Tax Exemption Customs, Republic of Korea: Contractors are exempt from Republic of Korea customs duties. To obtain an exemption or reimbursement, contractors must provide the Contracting Officer with the total amount of customs duties excluded from the contract price and may be issued USFK Form 75.
• 5152.229-4013 Tax Exemption Special Excise Tax, Republic of Korea: Contractors are exempt from Republic of Korea Special Excise Taxes. Contractors must indicate items subject to this tax, quantities, costs, and manufacturers. Procedures for obtaining refunds from manufacturers are detailed, including the use of a notification letter.
• 5152.229-4014 Tax Exemption Value Added Tax (VAT), Republic of Korea: Contractors are exempt from Republic of Korea VAT. Offers must certify that prices exclude VAT. Refunds for VAT paid on supplies/services can be obtained by submitting tax invoices to the ROK District Tax Office, along with a copy of the USFK contract.
• 5152.229-4015 Tax Exemption POL Products, Republic of Korea: Contractors are exempt from Republic of Korea taxes on POL products used for USFK acquisitions. Contractors must nominate points of purchase and estimated quantities. USFK POL Tax exemption coupons will be issued, which can be used at pre-selected refineries or individual gasoline stations.
• 5152.233-4703 AMC-Level Protest Program: This clause outlines an alternative dispute resolution forum for resolving procurement complaints within AMC before filing with external bodies like the GAO. It details procedures, timelines, and contact information for submitting protests.

These clauses are critical for bidders to understand the tax liabilities and potential exemptions applicable to contracts performed in the Republic of Korea. Familiarity with these procedures will be essential for accurate cost estimation and proposal preparation, particularly concerning customs duties, excise taxes, VAT, and POL product costs. The AMC-Level Protest Program provides information on how to address concerns regarding the procurement process.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Contractor's Tax Exemption Declaration," is an attachment to a solicitation. It requires offerors to declare the types and estimated amounts of taxes that would normally apply to transactions but are excluded from their proposals due to tax exemptions. This form is crucial for understanding the tax implications of the contract and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

• Customs Tax: Details on items to be imported, including name, quantity, cost without tax, tax percentage, and total tax. It also asks if the item is specifically for this contract.
• Special Excise Tax: Similar to Customs Tax, requiring details on items, quantity, cost without tax, tax percentage, and total tax.
• Value Added Tax (VAT): Requires input on VAT for materials, transportation, equipment, and services purchased for the contract, as well as output VAT on the total contract amount.
• Special Excise (Petroleum) Tax: Includes fields for Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline, Diesel, and Other, with columns for liters, unit price without tax, tax per unit, and total tax amount.
• Oil Company Refinery: A field to name the refinery from which POL products will be purchased.
• Certification: A statement by the contractor certifying that all proposed supplies and services exclude Value Added Tax, applicable Customs Tax (except for ROK MND-funded contracts/delivery orders), and Special Excise Tax.

This form directly impacts proposal preparation by requiring bidders to identify and quantify potential tax exclusions. Accurate completion is necessary to ensure the proposed pricing reflects the correct tax treatment as per the contract terms and referenced laws and agreements (FAR, SOFA, ROK tax laws). Failure to properly declare tax exemptions could affect the overall cost and compliance of the bid.

Other / Unclassified

This document outlines specific local source requirements for potential offerors responding to an opportunity in the Republic of Korea (ROK).

• Business Licensing: All sources, including U.S. entities, must possess or obtain the necessary business licenses directly from the ROK Government and comply with all applicable ROK laws regarding labor, taxation, and immigration.
• Local Source Verification: Offerors not currently operating as a local source in Korea must provide adequate verification in their initial proposal demonstrating their authorization and capacity to compete and perform as a local source. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.
• Price Proposal Currency: All price proposals must be submitted exclusively in Korean Won (KW). Proposals submitted in any other currency will not be considered for award.
• Contractor Limitation: The acquisition is limited to local contractors, with all required materials, labor, transportation, and facilities available locally. The nature of the project does not necessitate the involvement of invited contractors.