This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation FA4877-11-Q-0643 is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-53, Defense Circular Number 20110916, Air Force Acquisition Circular 2011-0714. This procurement is being issued as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 316991 with a size standard of 500 employees.

0001 - 45 EA: FAST Pack EDC (T00170) Multicam or equal
0002 - 45 EA: BC8 (T00041) pouch or equal
0003 - 45 EA: BC4 (T00040) pouch or equal
0004 - 45 EA: PRP (500061) pouch or equal
0005 - 45 EA: OP1 (T00059) pouch or equal
0006 - 45 EA: RDDP2 (T00062) pouch or equal
0007 - 45 EA: MOLLE Panel (T00055) Coyote Khaki or equal

Description:

All products will be brand name Triple Aught Design or equal. Equal bids must meet the following characteristics:

Structure:
1800 Cubic Inch internal volume with exterior dimensions of 12" W x 22" H x 7" D,
72 oz in weight
Removable rigid internal back panel
1000 Denier Cordura nylon for durability
Infrared resistant buckles and fittings
Drain-hole grommets for maritime operations
Reinforced top handle
Padded waist belt
Sternum strap
PALS webbing on back, sides and waist belt for addition of mission-specific pouches

Pockets:
Bottom-facing zippered pocket for access to critical items while moving
Internal zippered mesh pockets
Provision for additional PALS / Mesh Pocket Panels inside main compartment
Two zippered external side pockets
Zippered top pocket with internal dividers
Zippered external back pocket
Water bladder pocket and port
Detachable external "beaver tail" for carrying rope, helmet, insulation layers or other large items

Shipping will be FOB Destination to F1PTR4 - 306 RQS, 5020 E Arizola St BLDG 1631 DMAFB Tucson, AZ 85707

Clauses:

Offeror must include a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items, with its offer.

52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Items applies. Quotes will be evaluated on price and technical acceptance.

52.204-7, Central Contractor Registration, applies to this acquisition

52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Items applies to this acquisition. Quotes will be evaluated on price.

52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition.

Clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes Or Executive Orders - Commercial Items to include clauses, 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons, 52.223-3 Protest After Award, 52.233-4 - Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim, applies to this acquisition, 52.219-28, Post Award Small Business Program Rep4resentation, 52.222-3, Convict Labor, 52.222-19, Child Labor - Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies, 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities, 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity, 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities, 52.225-3, Buy American Act - Free Trade Agreements - Israeli Trade Act, 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases, 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer - Central Contractor Registration, 52.246-34 F.O.B Destination.

52.215-1, Instructions to Offerors - Competitive, applies to this acquisition.

52.232-8, Discounts for Prompt Payment, applies to this acquisition.

52.233-2, Service of Protest, applies to this acquisition.

52.244-6, Subcontracts for Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition.

52.246-2, Inspection of Supplies - Fixed, applies to this acquisition.

52-249-8, Default - Fixed-Price Supply and Service, applies to this acquisition.

252.212-7000, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items

252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items to include clause 252.232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports.

Clause 5352.201-9101, AF Ombudsman clause - ACC Ombudsman follows: Mr. Eric Thaxton, 129 Andrews Street, Langley AFB, VA 23665, phone: (757) 764-5372, fax: (757)764-4400, e-mail : eric.thaxton@langley .af.mil.

Local Information DM003 "Important Information for the Contractor", applies to this acquisition.

Local Information DM010 "Illegal Immigrants" applies to this acquisition.

Quotes will be due to the 355th Contracting Squadron, 3180 S. Craycroft Rd, Davis-Monthan AFB, AZ 85707, via fax or e-mail by Monday, 26 September 11, 1:00 PM Arizona local time. Point of Contact is: A1C Tyler Walker, phone 520-228-2370, e-mail [email protected], fax 520-228-5284. If faxing quote, please ask for confirmation that quote was received.

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