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AMENDMENT NOTICE: 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. The solicitation number is FY23_10SFG_SOMWTC_ASC_002 and is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ), unless otherwise indicated herein. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2023-02. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339920 with a small business size standard of 750.00 employees. This requirement is a Small Business Set-Aside and only qualified offerors may submit bids.

The solicitation pricing on https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com will start on the date this solicitation is posted, and, unless otherwise displayed at https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com, will end on:

2023-03-20 11:00:00.0 Eastern Time. This time supersedes the Offers Due Time listed above.

FOB Destination shall be FORT CARSON, CO 80913

The MICC End User requires the following items, Brand Name or Equal, to the following:
LI 001: Part #: 151974
Description: Meteor Climbing Helmet: S/M
Color: Red Orange

Lightweight, low-profile, ventilated helmet:
- Size S/M weighs only 225 g and size M/L only 240 g
- Low-profile design achieved using In-Mold construction with an expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam liner injected inside a lightweight polycarbonate shell
- Large vents offer excellent air flow
- Quality finish and sleek design
Enhanced protection:
- Designed in accordance with Petzl’s TOP AND SIDE PROTECTION label
- Designed for optimal protection against side, front, and rear impacts
Suited for ski touring:
- First CE-certified ski touring helmet
- Optimal ventilation on both the ascent and descent; the helmet can be worn comfortably from the beginning to the end of an outing
- Front of helmet is specifically designed for use with ski goggles
- Rear elastic band is compatible with ski goggle headbands
- Semi-rigid headband can be easily adjusted, even with gloves on
- Two clips in front and a rear elastic band for securing a headlamp to the helmet

NOTE: This helmet does not meet the requirements of the EN 1077 standard for alpine skiing helmets.
Specifications
Material(s): Polycarbonate crown, expanded polystyrene (EPS) liner, polyester webbing
CE EN 12492, CE ski touring helmet (PCSR-002), UKCA, UIAA, 3, EA;
LI 002: Part #: 151974
Description: Meteor Climbing Helmet: M/L
Color: Red Orange

Lightweight, low-profile, ventilated helmet:
- Size S/M weighs only 225 g and size M/L only 240 g
- Low-profile design achieved using In-Mold construction with an expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam liner injected inside a lightweight polycarbonate shell
- Large vents offer excellent air flow
- Quality finish and sleek design
Enhanced protection:
- Designed in accordance with Petzl’s TOP AND SIDE PROTECTION label
- Designed for optimal protection against side, front, and rear impacts
Suited for ski touring:
- First CE-certified ski touring helmet
- Optimal ventilation on both the ascent and descent; the helmet can be worn comfortably from the beginning to the end of an outing
- Front of helmet is specifically designed for use with ski goggles
- Rear elastic band is compatible with ski goggle headbands
- Semi-rigid headband can be easily adjusted, even with gloves on
- Two clips in front and a rear elastic band for securing a headlamp to the helmet

NOTE: This helmet does not meet the requirements of the EN 1077 standard for alpine skiing helmets.
Specifications
Material(s): Polycarbonate crown, expanded polystyrene (EPS) liner, polyester webbing
CE EN 12492, CE ski touring helmet (PCSR-002), UKCA, UIAA, 18, EA;
LI 003: Part #: 151970
Description: Belay Device, Petzl Grigri
Color: Gray

Belay device with cam-assisted blocking, designed for the gym and crag:
- Feeding slack and catching falls are accomplished using standard belay techniques, always keeping a hand on the brake side of the rope
- Cam-assisted blocking for a more comfortable belay: when the climber falls or weights the rope, it tightens, making the cam pivot to pinch and block the rope
- Cam-assisted blocking offers leeway for the brake-side hand position, regardless of the angle between the climber side and brake side of the ropes
- Rope installation diagram engraved on both the inside and outside of the device
Comfortable and convenient when lowering:
- The ergonomic handle allows you to easily unblock the rope and lower someone
- Progressive control of rope feed provides a smooth and comfortable descent
- 3:1 mechanical advantage of the handled camming mechanism helps control rope feed on small-diameter ropes and requires less effort on the handle for large-diameter ropes
Intended for all users:
- Simple to use for belaying both lead and top-rope climbers
- Optimally balanced design: lightweight (175 g), compact, and durable
- Compatible with 8.5 to 11 mm dynamic single ropes and optimized for those 8.9 to 10.5 mm
Specifications
Weight: 175 g
Rope compatibility: 8.5 to 11 mm single rope
Material(s): Aluminum side plates, stainless steel cam and friction plate, reinforced nylon handle
Certification(s): CE EN 15151-1, UKCA, UIAA, 15, EA;
LI 004: Part #: 834987
Description: Petzl Micro Traxion Pulley
Color: N/A

Versatile:
- designed for crevasse rescue, hauling, self-rescue, and for use as an emergency ascender
- may be used as a simple pulley by locking the cam in the raised position
Very light and compact:
- only 85 g
- hole allows a Sm’D carabiner to be connected to the pulley with a cord, making the device loss-proof
High efficiency:
- sealed ball bearings provide excellent efficiency (91 %)
- works even on frozen or muddy ropes
- for use on 8 to 11 mm diameter ropes
- rope installation diagrams engraved inside the pulley
Specifications
Weight: 85 g
Certification(s): CE EN 567, UKCA, UIAA
Min. rope diameter: 8 mm
Max. rope diameter: 11 mm
Sheave type: sealed ball bearings
Sheave diameter: 27 mm
Working load: 2 x 2.5 = 5 kN
Breaking strength: 2 x 7,5 = 15 kN
Working load as progress capture pulley: 2.5 kN
Breaking strength as progress capture pulley: 4 kN
Efficiency: 91 %, 20, EA;
LI 005: Part #: PTZ0296
Description: Ange L Lite Wire Gate Carabiner

Very lightweight, standard size carabiner:
- Weighing 34 g, it helps lighten the load when mountaineering or climbing alpine rock or ice
- Carabiner size and strength-to-weight ratio are optimized due to the H-shaped cross-section
Easy to clip and unclip:
- MonoFil gate opens and closes smoothly and offers a much longer lifetime compared to traditional wire gate carabiners; the wire gate is inset within the frame, reducing the chance of it rubbing against the rock
- Keylock system is designed to avoid snagging on a gear loop, piton, rope, or webbing
- Nose of the carabiner has a hole that allows ice, snow, or dirt to be cleared out
- Flat carabiner spine provides stability when holding it in your hand or pinch clipping
- Wide contact surface with the rope and bolt hanger for better rope glide and reduced wear on the carabiner
Available in two colors: blue and dark gray
Specifications
Material(s): Aluminum
Certification(s): CE EN 12275 type B, UIAA, UKCA, 40, EA;
LI 006: SKU: M36A BL
Description: William Ball-lock Carabiner

Great capacity thanks to its large dimensions:
- Carabiner can hold a very large quantity of equipment
- Optimal shape for belaying with a Munter hitch
Ergonomic:
- shape designed for gripping with gloves on
- Asymmetrical pear shape facilitates opening and handling of the locking system
- Keylock system to avoid any involuntary snagging of the carabiner
Available in two locking systems, each for different situations:
- SCREW-LOCK: occasional use, dirty environments
- BALL-LOCK: frequent use with practical automatic locking; secure use with triple-action opening
Specifications
Material(s): Aluminum
Certification(s): CE EN 12275, UKCA, NFPA 2500, 20, EA;
LI 007: SKU: M057CA00
Description: Ange Finesse Ange L

Ultra-light and compact:
- Ultra-light ANGE carabiners with MonoFil gate
- Lightweight and compact FINESSE quickdraw sling with an ergonomic shape that makes it easier to grab
- Carabiner size and strength-to-weight ratio are optimized due to the H-shaped cross-section
Easy to clip and unclip:
- MonoFil gate opens and closes smoothly and offers a much longer lifetime compared to traditional wire gate carabiners; the wire gate is inset within the frame, reducing the chance of it rubbing against the rock
- Keylock system is designed to avoid snagging on a gear loop, piton, rope, or webbing
- Nose of the carabiner has a hole that allows ice, snow, or dirt to be cleared out
- Flat carabiner spine provides stability when holding it in your hand or pinch clipping
- STRING quickdraw sling protector stabilizes the carabiner when clipping
Available in four versions to suit a variety of uses:
- Ultra-light version: 10 cm sling with two ANGE S carabiners
- Compact version for managing rope drag: 17 cm sling with two ANGE S carabiners
- Compact version for easier clipping: 17 cm sling with one ANGE S carabiner on the bolt end and one ANGE L carabiner on the rope end
- Ergonomic version for easier clipping: 17 cm sling with two ANGE L carabiners
Specifications
ANGE L: - Major axis strength: 22 kN - Minor axis strength: 7 kN - Open gate strength: 10 kN - Gate opening: 26 mm
Material(s): Aluminum carabiners, HMPE sling with nylon stitching, rubber STRING
Certification(s): - Carabiner: CE EN 12275 type B, UIAA - Sling: CE EN 566, UIAA, 30, EA;
LI 008: Part #: PTZ006F
Description: Pur'Anneau Sling 60CM

Description
Lightweight and exceptionally durable, due to high-modulus polyethylene construction
Very supple for easier handling
Comes in three sizes, distinguishable by color-coded stitching for easy identification in action: 60, 120, and 180 cm
Specifications
Material(s): High-modulus polyethylene webbing, nylon stitching
Breaking strength: 22 kN
Certification(s): CE EN 795 B, UKCA, 40, EA;
LI 009: Description: Petzl Sitta Harness

Size: Small

Remarkably lightweight, mobile, and comfortable:
- Extremely thin and flexible waistbelt and leg loops with WIREFRAME Technology: HMPE (high-modulus polyethylene) strands used in the waistbelt and leg loops provide optimal load distribution without the use of foam and the extreme lightness and comfort of the harness make it practically unnoticeable when worn
- Very compact, freeing up room in your pack
- The elasticized fixed leg loops and supple leg loop bridge give you total freedom of movement
- Waistbelt equipped with a DOUBLEBACK HD buckle in forged aluminum, offering good grip and fluid glide of the webbing for easy and quick adjustment
Capacity to carry a large quantity of gear:
- Two very large, rigid equipment loops in front for racking a lot of gear and to easily clip and unclip tools; mobile separators optimize organization and quick access to quickdraws, nuts, and other gear
- Two flexible rear gear loops, angled to bring gear to the front and comfortable when carrying a backpack
- Two slots for CARITOOL tool holder
- Rear loop for trail line or for carrying belay station gear
Enhanced durability:
- Bonded construction in the waistbelt avoids pressure points and provides optimal wear resistance
- The lack of through stitching eliminates chafe and friction zones in the waistbelt
- Durable, abrasion-resistant exterior fabric
- Reinforced tie-in points in high-modulus polyethylene (HMPE) for improved resistance to wear from rope friction
Specifications
Material(s): Nylon, polyester, EVA, polyurethane, aluminum, high-modulus polyethylene
Certification(s): CE EN 12277 type C, UKCA, UIAA
Harness comes in a protective carry pouch, 3, EA;
LI 010: Description: Petzl Sitta Harness

Size: Medium

Remarkably lightweight, mobile, and comfortable:
- Extremely thin and flexible waistbelt and leg loops with WIREFRAME Technology: HMPE (high-modulus polyethylene) strands used in the waistbelt and leg loops provide optimal load distribution without the use of foam and the extreme lightness and comfort of the harness make it practically unnoticeable when worn
- Very compact, freeing up room in your pack
- The elasticized fixed leg loops and supple leg loop bridge give you total freedom of movement
- Waistbelt equipped with a DOUBLEBACK HD buckle in forged aluminum, offering good grip and fluid glide of the webbing for easy and quick adjustment
Capacity to carry a large quantity of gear:
- Two very large, rigid equipment loops in front for racking a lot of gear and to easily clip and unclip tools; mobile separators optimize organization and quick access to quickdraws, nuts, and other gear
- Two flexible rear gear loops, angled to bring gear to the front and comfortable when carrying a backpack
- Two slots for CARITOOL tool holder
- Rear loop for trail line or for carrying belay station gear
Enhanced durability:
- Bonded construction in the waistbelt avoids pressure points and provides optimal wear resistance
- The lack of through stitching eliminates chafe and friction zones in the waistbelt
- Durable, abrasion-resistant exterior fabric
- Reinforced tie-in points in high-modulus polyethylene (HMPE) for improved resistance to wear from rope friction
Specifications
Material(s): Nylon, polyester, EVA, polyurethane, aluminum, high-modulus polyethylene
Certification(s): CE EN 12277 type C, UKCA, UIAA
Harness comes in a protective carry pouch, 15, EA;
LI 011: Description: Petzl Sitta Harness

Size: Large

Remarkably lightweight, mobile, and comfortable:
- Extremely thin and flexible waistbelt and leg loops with WIREFRAME Technology: HMPE (high-modulus polyethylene) strands used in the waistbelt and leg loops provide optimal load distribution without the use of foam and the extreme lightness and comfort of the harness make it practically unnoticeable when worn
- Very compact, freeing up room in your pack
- The elasticized fixed leg loops and supple leg loop bridge give you total freedom of movement
- Waistbelt equipped with a DOUBLEBACK HD buckle in forged aluminum, offering good grip and fluid glide of the webbing for easy and quick adjustment
Capacity to carry a large quantity of gear:
- Two very large, rigid equipment loops in front for racking a lot of gear and to easily clip and unclip tools; mobile separators optimize organization and quick access to quickdraws, nuts, and other gear
- Two flexible rear gear loops, angled to bring gear to the front and comfortable when carrying a backpack
- Two slots for CARITOOL tool holder
- Rear loop for trail line or for carrying belay station gear
Enhanced durability:
- Bonded construction in the waistbelt avoids pressure points and provides optimal wear resistance
- The lack of through stitching eliminates chafe and friction zones in the waistbelt
- Durable, abrasion-resistant exterior fabric
- Reinforced tie-in points in high-modulus polyethylene (HMPE) for improved resistance to wear from rope friction
Specifications
Material(s): Nylon, polyester, EVA, polyurethane, aluminum, high-modulus polyethylene
Certification(s): CE EN 12277 type C, UKCA, UIAA
Harness comes in a protective carry pouch, 5, EA;

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For this solicitation, MICC End User intends to conduct an online competitive reverse auction to be facilitated by the third-party reverse auction provider, Unison Marketplace. Unison Marketplace has developed an online, anonymous, browser based application to conduct the reverse auction. An Offeror may submit a series of pricing bids, which descend in price during the specified period of time for the aforementioned reverse auction. MICC End User is taking this action in an effort to improve both vendor access and awareness of requests and the agency's ability to gather multiple, competed, real-time bids. All responsible Offerors that respond to this solicitation MUST submit the pricing portion of their bid using the online exchange located at https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com. There is no cost to register, review procurement data or make a bid on https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com. Offerors that are not currently registered to use https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com should proceed to https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com to complete their free registration. Offerors that require special considerations or assistance may contact Marketplace Support at 1.877.933.3243 or via email at marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com. Offerors may not artificially manipulate the price of a transaction on https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com by any means. It is unacceptable to place bad faith bids, to use decoys in the https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com process or to collude with the intent or effect of hampering the competitive https://marketplace.unisonglobal.com process. Should offerors require additional clarification, notify the point of contact or Marketplace Support at 1.877.933.3243 or marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com.Use of Unison Marketplace: Buyers and Sellers agree to conduct this transaction through Unison Marketplace in compliance with the Unison Marketplace Terms of Use. Failure to comply with the below terms and conditions may result in offer being determined as non-responsive.
This is currently an unfunded requirement with a high expectation that funds will be available. When and if funds become available a contract will be awarded at that time.

The offeror must comply with the following commercial item terms and conditions: FAR 52.252-1, Solicitation. Provisions Incorporated by Reference; FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors; 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications; FAR 52.211-6, Brand name or Equal.

The following clauses apply to this solicitation: FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Items. The following FAR clauses in paragraph (b) of FAR clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, apply: 52.204-10, Reporting Executive Compensation and First Tier Subcontract Awards; 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside; 52.219-28, Post Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation; 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; 52.225-13, Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases; 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer--System for Award Management. 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim; The following DFARS clauses apply: DFARS 252.04-7004, Alternate A System for Award Management; 252.211-7003, Item Identification and Valuation; 252.225-7002, Qualifying Country Sources as Subcontractors; 252.232-7010, Levies on Contract Payments; 252.203-7000, Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials; 252.225-7001, Buy American Act and Balance Of Payments Program; 252.225-7036, Buy American Act -- Free Trade Agreements -- Balance of Payments Program; 252.232-7003, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests; 252.247-7023, Primary and ALT III, Transportation of Supplies by Sea.

IAW 52.204-7 System for Award Management (SAM) Registration (July 2013), the offeror must be registered in SAM and fully input their Representations and Certifications for a complete record. Information can be found at http://www.sam.gov or by calling 866-606-8220, or 334-206-7828 for international calls. 52.204-13 - System for Award Management Maintenance

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New Equipment ONLY. NO USED OR REMANUFACTURED PRODUCTS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Submitted Quotes will be valid for 45 days after the auction closing.

This solicitation is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ), not an invitation for bid (IFB).).

IAW FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference, for the extended description here is the website: https://www.acquisition.gov/

The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code
for this procurement can be found. The small business size
standard for that NAICS code can be found at https://www.sba.gov/sites/default/files/files/Size_Standards_Table.pdf

5152.233-4000 AMC-LEVEL PROTEST PROGRAM (Feb 2014) (LOCAL CLAUSE) Prior to submitting an agency protest, it is preferable that you first attempt to resolve your concerns with the responsible contracting officer (Phone: (315)772-7272 or Email: usarmy.drum.acc-micc.mbx.micc@mail.mil). However, you may also file a protest to the Headquarters (HQ), Army Materiel Command (AMC). The HQ AMC-Level Protest Program is intended to encourage interested parties to seek resolution of their concerns within AMC as an Alternative Dispute Resolution forum, rather than filing a protest with the Government Accountability Office (GAO) or other external forum. Contract award or performance is suspended during the protest to the same extent, and within the same time periods, as if filed at the GAO. The AMC protest decision goal is to resolve protests within 35 calendar days from filing. To be timely, protests must be filed within the periods specified in FAR 33.103. If you want to file a protest under the HQ AMC-Level Protest Program, the protest must request resolution under that program and be sent to the address below.

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Office of Command Counsel-Deputy Command Counsel

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Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898-5000

Fax: (256) 450-8840 or email usarmy.redstone.usamc.mbx.protests@mail.mil

The AMC-Level Protest procedures are found at: https://www.amc.army.mil/Connect/Legal-Resources/.

If internet access is not available, contact the contracting officer or HQ, AMC to obtain the HQ AMC-Level Protest Procedures.

"52.204-9, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel; 52.204-10,
Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards; 52.222-41, Service Contract Act; 52.237-2, Protection of Government
Buildings, Equipment and Vegetation; 252.201-7000, COR Clause; 252.223-7006,
Prohibition On Storage And Disposal Of Toxic And Hazardous Materials;
252.243-7001, Pricing of Contract Modifications; 252.246-7000, Material
inspection and receiving report"

Representation by Corporations Regarding an Unpaid Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction under any Federal Law.

Wide Area WorkFlow Payment Instructions

252.204-7012 Safeguarding of Unclassified Controlled Technical Information

All deliveries shall be palletized when the material exceeds 250 lbs. (excluding the pallet), or exceeds 20 cubic feet, to comply with the requirements of Department of the Army Pamphlet 700-32 and MIL-STD-147E.

IAW FAR 52.212-2; Evaluation - Commercial Items, the following factor shall be used to evaluate offers: technical capability of the item offered to meet the Government requirement and price. Technical capability is a pass fail requirement. Evaluation is based on a lowest price technically acceptable.

No multiple awards will be made. Quotes received through Unison Marketplace will be evaluated and awarded on an “all-or-nothing” basis.

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In accordance with DFAR provision 252.225-7000 Buy American Act--Balance of Payments Program Certificate, I certify that each end product, except those listed in paragraphs (c)(2) or (3) of the attached provision, is a domestic end product.
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The form(s) included in the buy must be returned with your quote. Failure to return the form(s) with your quote will result in your quote not being considered for award.

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