SWITCH,REED

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items, prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12 and Simplified Acquisition Procedures (FAR Part 13). It serves as the only solicitation, and no paper copies will be issued. The solicitation is for a "SWITCH, REED MAGNETIC LIMIT SWITCH AND CABLE ASSEMBLY" with specific part numbers and specifications.

• Item 0001: SWITCH, REED MAGNETIC LIMIT SWITCH AND CABLE ASSEMBLY, BRANTNER P/N 41395, EB P/N 218086344, EB SPEC P/N EB-5171 /3-100.

• Quantity: 8 units.

• Specifications: "SWITCH MOLDED TO 90 FEET OF FSS-2 CABLE. FOR EXT/RET INDICATIONS. ONE CONTINUOUS LENGTH REQUIRED LLTM."

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• The contract type is implied to be Firm Fixed Price.

• The period of performance is not explicitly stated but the quote due date is April 30, 2026.

• Quotes are due by 04/30/2026, 12:00 PM HST.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to angela.morrelli.civ@us.navy.mil.

• Required quote information includes: company information, price of material, manufacturer name, country of origin, business size, delivery date/lead time, and reseller/distributor status.

• Evaluation criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Vendor responsibility will be determined using PPIRS and in accordance with FAR 9.104.

• This is an UNRESTRICTED solicitation.

• Offerors must complete and include provisions 52.204-24, 52.204-26, 252.204-7016, and 252.204-7019 with their offer.

• A comprehensive list of FAR and DFARS clauses and provisions are included, many of which are incorporated by reference and may require review of attached documents.

• Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered for award.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document contains several Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses and provisions that are critical for potential bidders to understand. These include requirements related to telecommunications equipment and services, supply chain security, and small business representations.

• Telecommunications Equipment/Services: Clauses 52.204-26, 52.204-24, 52.204-25, and DFARS 252.204-7016 address prohibitions and representations concerning covered telecommunications equipment or services, particularly those originating from certain foreign countries or entities. Bidders must represent whether they provide or use such equipment/services and may need to provide detailed disclosures.

• Supply Chain Security: FAR 52.204-29 and 52.204-30 implement the Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act (FASCSA) orders. Bidders must represent that they do not provide or use prohibited "covered articles" or products/services from prohibited "sources" as defined by applicable FASCSA orders. Disclosures are required if a waiver is sought.

• ByteDance Covered Application: FAR 52.204-27 prohibits the use of the TikTok application on executive agency information technology or contractor-provided IT under the contract.

• Small Business Representations: FAR 52.219-1 requires bidders to represent their small business status (e.g., small business, small disadvantaged business, WOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone) and provides definitions and size standards.

• Payment Instructions: DFARS 252.232-7006 outlines Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) payment instructions, requiring electronic invoicing and registration in WAWF.

• Dispute Resolution: DLAD 5452.233-9001 encourages negotiation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) for disputes.

• Evaluation Criteria: FAR 52.212-2 states that award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous, considering price and other factors. The evaluation is based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), with Technical Capability as the primary factor, followed by Price and Delivery.

• Technical Acceptability: Vendors must clearly demonstrate adherence to technical specifications and provide the exact items requested.

• Part Numbered Items: DLAD L04 and M06 address offers for part-numbered items, including exact, alternate, and superseding products, with specific evaluation criteria for alternate offers.

• Supply Chain Traceability: DLAD C03 requires contractors to retain and provide supply chain traceability documentation.

• FAR 52.219-1 details various small business categories and representations required.

• Several DLAD Procurement Notes (C01, C02, C03, C14, E05, E07, G01, H01, H02, H04, H15, L06, L08, L22, L31, M06) provide specific guidance on superseded parts, manufacturing discontinuations, traceability, packaging, product verification testing, origin inspection, WAWF information, qualified products lists, critical safety items, proof of delivery, protests, supplier performance, source control, and additive manufacturing.

• Local clauses (YM4) are also included, referencing specific requirements for traceable objective quality evidence, certifications, mercury exclusion, shelf-life items, hazardous materials, habitability material, CIM requirements, source inspection, and EU restrictions on wood packaging.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for "SWITCH, REED" (Item No. 0001). The government is procuring a specific type of magnetic limit switch and cable assembly.

• Magnetic Limit Switch and Cable Assembly

• Brantner P/N 41395, EB P/N 218086344, EB SPEC P/N EB-5171/3-100

• Switch molded to 90 feet of FSS-2 cable for EXT/RET indications.

• Must be one continuous length.

• Quantity: 8 Each

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• Delivery Requested By: 22 May 2026.

• FOB: Destination.

• Quotations must be furnished to the issuing office by the close of business on 30 April 2026.

• The solicitation is not a small business set-aside.

• Offers may not be submitted for quantities less than specified unless otherwise provided.

• The government reserves the right to make an award on any item for a quantity less than the quantity offered, at the unit prices offered, unless the offeror specified otherwise in the offer.

• Evaluation of alternate product offers for part-numbered items will not be evaluated if the solicitation is automated, does not meet a $600 savings threshold, or if award time does not permit evaluation and delay.

• Not a small business set-aside.

• Approved sources for part-numbered items are restricted to those listed on the source control drawing.

• Offerors interested in qualifying their product for future acquisitions must contact the design control activity.

• The document includes numerous DLAD clauses and notes covering topics such as manufacturing phase-out, supply chain traceability, shipping instructions, product verification testing, inspection and acceptance, contract administration, and payment methods (Government Purchase Card and WAWF).

• Contractors must be registered in the SAM database.

• Specific company information (CAGE Code, DUNS, SAM registration status, TIN) is required for quote evaluation and potential award.

• Prompt payment terms and business size must be provided.