The U.S. Army, TACOM-Picatinny, Picatinny Center for Contracting and Commerce, Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806-5000, on behalf of the Office of the Project Manager Soldier Weapons, has interest in procuring a multi-purpose tool and storage case. The multi-purpose tool will provide the Soldier with the versatility of a number of frequently used tools. Interested vendors will have an equal opportunity to submit bid samples for technical evaluation. The Request for Proposal (RFP), will clearly state each of the requirements. The Government will invite each offeror to submit ten (10) bid samples (at no cost or obligation to the Army) for bid sample testing (BST) and evaluation. The Army BST will evaluate how well each candidate meets the Physical and Performance Characteristics outlined in the RFP. The RFP will be available for downloading from the following website located at http://procnet.pica.army.mil on or about November 15th 2006. The item is envisioned to be a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) or a non- developmental item (NDI). The item must currently be in production, developmental items are neither permitted nor desired. The multi-purpose tool shall be the Gerber Multi-Plier 600 Needlenose Black (manufacturer Gerber Legendary Blades Div., Fiskars Brand Inc., mfg. # 07550) or equivalent. The multi-purpose tool shall contain the following components: needlenose pliers, wire cutter, wire crimper, drop point knife blade, serrated sheepsfoot knife blade, Philips cross tip screwdriver, 3/32 small flat blade screwdriver, 7/32 medium flat blade screwdriver, ¼ large flat blade screwdriver, lanyard ring, can opener, bottle opener, file, and ruler measuring in inches and centimeters. Each multi-purpose tool shall be supplied with a carrying case.. The carrying case shall allow for attachment to the Soldier’s belt. The multi-tool carrying case shall be of synthetic, water resistant, rapid drying soft material. The multi-tool (only) shall not weigh more than 8.5 ounces and the multi-tool with carrying case shall not weigh more than 9.5 ounces. The multi-tool overall length shall not exceed 7 inches. The overall length is defined as the length of the tool with the needlenose pliers extended. The multi-purpose tool shall allow for one (1) handed opening. The multi- purpose tool shall come equipped with a locking system that allows the tools to lock in the open position for safety. The item shall be constructed of corrosion resistant materials and have a dull/non-reflective surface finish. The contractor must be able to sustain a delivery schedule of a minimum of 5,000 multi-purpose tools per month with the capability to increase up to 30,000 per month. The point of contact for this solicitation notice is Frank Corradi, Contract Specialist, email: [email protected].

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