FIRE EXTINGUISHER

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, DD Form 2169C, provides Special Packaging Instructions for a specific item: 901500 (3R5K2) DRY CHEMICAL, FIRE EXTINGUISHER, with National Stock Number 4210-01-565-3896. It details the required preservation, cleaning, drying, packing, and marking methods for this item.

• Preservation: MIL-STD-2073-1, Method HM
• Cleaning: MIL-STD-2073-1
• Drying: MIL-STD-2073-1
• Packing (Level A): Wood-cleated panelboard shipping boxes (ASTM-D 6251, Type III, Class 2) or nailed wood boxes (ASTM-D 6880, Class 2).
• Packing (Level B): Fiberboard boxes (ASTM D5118) or triplewall, corrugated fiberboard boxes (ASTM D5168).
• Marking: MIL-STD-129 and Note B.
• Hazardous Material: Specific regulations and testing requirements are referenced for hazardous materials.
• Estimated SPI: Weight, cube, and size are estimated for internal government planning.

This form is critical for any bidder who will be responsible for packaging and shipping the specified fire extinguisher. It outlines the exact military standards and methods that must be followed to ensure compliance. Failure to adhere to these packaging instructions could lead to non-acceptance of shipments. Bidders must ensure their proposed packaging solutions meet or exceed these requirements.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for commercial items, specifically fire extinguishers. The government is procuring these items for DLA Weapons Support (Warren).

• The primary item is a fire extinguisher with NSN: 4210-01-565-3896.

• Approved manufacturers for this procurement are Firetrace Aerospace LLC (CAGE: 3R5K2, Part Number: 901500) and ND Defense LLC (CAGE: 338X5, Part Number: 3684204C91).

• The solicitation includes a "Production Quantity" for CLIN 0001AA and an "Unexercised Option Quantity" for CLIN 0002AA, both for 156 units.

• Supply Chain Traceability Documentation is required from all offerors other than the manufacturer of the item.

• Packaging and marking requirements are detailed, referencing MIL-STD-2073-1 and a specific Special Packaging Instruction (SPI) NUMBER: AK15653896.

• Inspection and Acceptance will be at Origin.

• The contract type is Firm Fixed Price.

• The period of performance is not explicitly stated, but delivery is expected within 210 days after contract award for the production quantity.

• An option quantity is available, with delivery within 210 days after exercise of the option.

• The Offer Due Date is June 2, 2026, at 03:00 PM local time.

• Proposals or quotes are to be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist listed on the cover page.

• Vendors must be registered on SAM.gov.

• Evaluation criteria are not detailed in this excerpt, but the solicitation references FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5.

• The solicitation states "ONLY ONE AWARD WILL BE MADE AS A RESULT OF THIS SOLICITATION. OFFERS SUBMITTED FOR LESS THAN THE TOTAL QUANTITIES OF ALL THE ITEMS IN THIS SOLICITATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR AWARD."

• The acquisition is currently set aside for "Unrestricted" but also lists "Small Business," "Hubzone Small Business," "Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)," "Eligible Under the Women-Owned Small Business Program," "EDWOSB," and "Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business" as potential set-aside categories.

• NAICS Code: 339999, Size Standard: 550.

• Technical Data Package (TDP) information is referenced, with instructions on how to access it.

• Electronic contracting is mandatory.

• Vendors are advised to pay close attention to the solicitation closing date and time.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses covering various aspects of the contract, including delivery, payment, inspection, and cybersecurity requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Special Packaging Instruction" form (DD Form 2169C) used to provide detailed instructions for the packaging, preservation, marking, and documentation of specific items for shipment. It is intended for internal government planning purposes to estimate unit pack weight, cube, and size.

• Part/Drawing No. & Nomenclature: 901500 (3R5K2) DRY CHEMICAL, FIRE EXTINGUISHER
• National Stock No.: 4210-01-565-3896
• Unit Pack Details: Estimated weight (17.6 lbs), cube (0.644 cu. ft.), and size (20.4 X 7.9 X 6.9 inches).
• Preservation, Cleaning, Drying, Packing: Specifies MIL-STD-2073-1 and related notes (E, B) for different packing levels and processes.
• Marking: Requires MIL-STD-129 and Note B.
• Hazardous Material Handling: Detailed instructions for packaging, labeling, testing, and documentation of hazardous materials, referencing various regulations (IATA, IMDG, CFR, AFMAN24-204, etc.).
• Documentation: Requires certification on DD Form 250 or equivalent, attesting to test results and compliance, with records maintained for three years.

This document outlines the specific packaging and shipping requirements for the item being procured. Bidders must ensure their proposed packaging and shipping methods comply with these detailed instructions, especially concerning hazardous material regulations and required documentation. Failure to comply could impact acceptance and payment.