10--SHIELD, HEATER AIR DUCT, EXPANDED SHEET METAL

The item to procure is NSN 2540-01-611-4738 IAW part number 6506062, Shield Heater Duct for the M997 ambulance program. The award will result in a 5 year IDIQ-type contract. Requirements are for a guaranteed minimum of 170 each and a maximum of 1,000 each. This solicitation will be FOB Destination (freight included in unit price) 1 Rock Island Arsenal, Rock Island, IL 61299. Proposed contract action is a competitive, full and open purchase. Estimated date of issue for the solicitation is 13 January 2014 with a close date of 24 January 2014. The solicitation will be issued electronically in accordance with FAR 4.502 and 5.102, therefore, hard copies will not be provided. The solicitation will require an active DD2345 (Export Control) as well as certificate of conformance (COC) and Certified Test Reports (CTR). Vendors wishing an electronic copy may download it on or after the issue date by accessing the Army Single Face to Industry (ASFI). CAUTION: This solicitation will be issued electronically as will any amendments thereto. Because of this, the Government is under no obligation and is in fact unable to maintain a bidder's mailing list. It is therefore, incumbent upon interested parties to periodically access the above internet address in order to obtain any amendments which may be issued. Failure to obtain any said amendments and to respond to them prior to the date and time set for bid opening/receipt of proposals may render your bid or proposal nonresponsive and result in the rejection of the same. All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the Government.