The Guardian Angel (GA) members of the 212th Rescue Squadron are required to operate in the harshest climates on earth. Regularly conducting real world operations in arctic conditions while simultaneously training for, and deploying to, some of the hottest and driest parts of the world. Therefore, they require products that ensure operators are capable of surviving in extreme conditions where product failure can quite literally lead to loss of life. These products must have a proven track record of withstanding extreme arctic conditions (or desert, etc.) while also allowing for maximum comfort, function and performance of GA Operators.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for Brand Name or Equal commercial items prepared in accordance with the format prescribed in 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. Award will be based on best value to the government. If quoting "or equal" items, please include all salient physical, functional and performance characteristics. This requirement is a 100% small business set-aside, NAICS 315220. Please provide CAGE code/DUNS number as well as Tax Identification Number (TIN). Forward all questions to 176 MSG/MSC - Mission Support Contracting at [email protected].

0001 - (8) EA- MFR: GRUNDENS; PN: B302Bx; Size: XL; Men's Balder 302 Hooded Jacket or equal

0002 - (17) EA- MFR: GRUNDENS; PN: B302Bx; Size: L; Men's Balder 302 Hooded Jacket or equal

0003 - (20) EA- MFR: GRUNDENS; PN: B302Bx; Size: M; Men's Balder 302 Hooded Jacket or equal

0004 - (8) EA- MFR: GRUNDENS; PN: B302Bx; Size: S; Men's Balder 302 Hooded Jacket or equal

CLINs 0001-0004 must meet the following salient, physical characteristics:

- Hooded with internal pull cord-lock hood adjusters (or equal) to keep water out
- Reinforced neoprene cuffs (or equal) to lock water out of sleeves
- Special reflective accents for night operations in and outside the water for safety and visibility
- PVC-coated 65% polyester/35% cotton blend (or equal) to withstand prolonged exposure to cold rain/ocean elements and allow for easy cleaning
- Mobile enough to allow user to perform heavy lifting, bending and reaching in all directions without hindering needed movement
- Adjustable fit for safety and mission use; Incorrect fitting can become a snag hazard, which can lead to rain/spray exposure or limit proper layering
- Proper ventilation for layering in multiple climates and conditions; Prevents wearer from overheating during strenuous activity
- Rip stop technology (or equal) and reinforcements to ensure serviceability/durability for multiple training events and missions
- Hidden button closure with a double buttoned storm flap (or equal)
- Color: Rescue Red or Hunter Orange (or similar) for visibility in numerous climates, weather and lighting

0005 - (8) EA- MFR: GRUNDENS; PN: B504BL; Size: XL; Men's Balder 504 Bib Pant or equal

0006 - (17) EA- MFR: GRUNDENS; PN: B504BL; Size: L; Men's Balder 504 Bib Pant or equal

0007 - (20) EA- MFR: GRUNDENS; PN: B504BL; Size: M; Men's Balder 504 Bib Pant or equal

0008 - (8) EA- MFR: GRUNDENS; PN: B504BL; Size: S; Men's Balder 504 Bib Pant or equal

CLINs 0005-0008 must meet the following salient, physical characteristics:

- Reinforced leg cuffs (or equal) to lock water out
- Special reflective accents for night operations in and outside the water for safety and visibility
- PVC-coated 65% polyester/35% cotton blend (or equal) to withstand prolonged exposure to cold rain/ocean elements and allow for easy cleaning
- Suspender Savers (or equal) keeps suspenders in place when access to base layers is necessary
- Inner chest pocket to keep small rescue items quick at hand
- Mobile enough to allow user to perform heavy lifting, bending and reaching in all directions without hindering needed movement
- Side gusset with snap buttons to create a custom, athletic fit for safety and mission use; Incorrect fitting can become a snag hazard or lead to rain/spray exposure
- Proper ventilation for layering in multiple climates and conditions; Prevents wearer from overheating during strenuous activity
- Rip stop technology (or equal) and reinforcements to ensure serviceability/durability for multiple training events and missions
- Color: Rescue Red or Hunter Orange (or similar) for visibility in numerous climates, weather and lighting

0009 - (1) EA- Shipping to Anchorage AK 99506

Indicate estimated shipping after date of contract

Please include shipping directly to Anchorage AK 99506. Firms that believe that they can provide similar required items must provide supporting evidence to the Contracting Officer. This announcement constitutes the only written notice. Basis for award will be the best value to the Government. In accordance with FAR 52.212-2, the Government will award a contract/purchase order resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following evaluation factors shall be used to evaluate offers: Technical (item specifications) and Price. The following provisions are incorporated by reference: FAR 52.204-7 Central Contractor Registration, FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items, FAR 52.212-3 Alt I Offeror Representations and Certificates-Commercial Items, FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items, and FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Required to Implement Statutes of Executive Orders-Commercial Items. To be eligible for contract award, all contractors must be registered with the System for Award management (SAM) found at https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/. Payments for the resulting contract will be made through Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF). Contractors can register for WAWF at https://wawf.eb.mil/.

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