SAM #W912JB26QA080

Procurement of Portable Mail Security Scanner for Michigan Army National Guard

The Michigan Army National Guard Office of the Personnel (G1) is seeking to procure a portable mail security scanner to enhance mail and package screening for CBRN threats at JFHQ and local armories. - Government Buyer: - Michigan Army National Guard, Office of the Personnel (G1) - Product Requested: - 1 portable mail security scanner - Must detect nine types of postal threats as defined by the Department of Homeland Security - Capable of detecting explosives, biological agents, chemical threats, radiological and nuclear materials, illegal drugs, contraband, and threat/hoax letters - Must have Safety Act Designation - Must emit terahertz radiation (no harmful x-rays) - Dimensions between 13(l) x 5(w) x 13.5(h) and 36(l) x 24(w) - Deployable by one person via standard motor vehicle - Includes a training package with instructor travel within the United States - 12-month warranty required - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with NIST SP 800-171 and DFARS 252.204-7020 - Replacement for an end-of-life x-ray machine - Firm-fixed price contract; pricing must include shipping, handling, and insurance - Technical capability, past performance, and price will be evaluated for best value - No specific OEMs or part numbers are mentioned in the solicitation or attachments

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR subpart 12.6, FAR 13 and supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

Request For Quote

1.1 The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-03. 1.2 Set aside 100% Small Business 1.3 Applicable size standards: 1000 employees 1.4 Place of Delivery: Michigan National Guard, USPFO S&S Receiving, 3405 N MLK JR BLVD, Lansing, Michigan 48906. 1.4.1 Delivery shall be 60 days after award. 1.5 Contract Line-Item Structure (CLIN): 0001 Postal Scanner X-Ray - quantity 1 1.6 Refer to the salient characteristics listed on Attachment A – Product Description. 1.7 Applicable clauses are provided on Attachment B – Provisions and Clauses.

2.0 QUOTE FORMAT

2.1 The offeror is expected to ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, standards, and any other constraints specifically identified in the solicitation. A statement of acknowledgment must be included in the quote to conform with all terms, conditions, provisions, and clauses in the solicitation. 2.2 Company information shall include from sam.gov entity registration the: 2.2.1 Name and address (including ‘doing business as’ (dba) name) 2.2.2 Point of contact information (name, email, and phone number) 2.2.3 UEI and CAGE codes 2.2.4 Tax identification number 2.3 The acceptable electronic format shall be compatible with Microsoft 365 or PDF Adobe. 2.4 All documents shall be labeled with the solicitation number (W912JB26QA080) and not be password protected. 2.5 The offeror should assume the Government has no prior knowledge of its capabilities and experience. The Government will base its evaluation on the information presented in the offeror’s quote.

3.0 TECHNICAL CAPABILITY

3.1 The proposal shall present relevant information articulating the offeror’s proposal to meeting the requirements. This section shall clearly demonstrate the offeror’s understanding by providing a clear description of the proposed item which meets all requirements. Offerors shall provide descriptions and images if possible. Technical capability will be evaluated as acceptable or unacceptable as compared to the Statement of Work requirements. 3.2 The offeror shall not rephrase or restate the requirements but shall provide convincing rationale to address how the offeror intends to meet those requirements. 3.3 Past performance of relevant acquisitions may be included as an example of how the requirements have been previously purchased. 3.4 Provide a brief description of the item(s) purchased with any details comparable to the product requirements. 3.5 Technical capability and past performance will be used for evaluation.

4.0 VOLUME 2 - PRICING

4.1 Pricing shall be submitted in relation to the solicitation’s CLIN structure. The total extended price shall be submitted for the quote. Quotes without the extended price may be rendered unacceptable. 4.2 The offeror shall prominently list the expiration date of the pricing for a minimum of 60 days.

5.0 SAM REGISTRATION/JOINT VENTURE

In accordance with Class Deviation 2023-O0001 effective October 28, 2022, a small business joint venture offeror must submit, with its offer, the representation required in paragraph (c) of FAR solicitation provision 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Products and Commercial Services, and paragraph (c) of FAR solicitation provisions 52.219-1, Small Business Program Representation, in accordance with 52.204-8(d) and 52.212-3(b) for the following categories: Small Business Service-disabled veteran-owned small business Women owned Small business (WOSB) under the WOSB Program Economically Disadvantaged women-owned small business under the WOSB Program Historically underutilized business zone small business

6.0 NIST COMPLIANCE

6.1 In accordance with DFARS 252.204-7020, the contractor shall submit a self-assessment on safeguarding covered defense information that resides in or transits through covered contractor information systems by applying network security requirements. 6.2 NIST Special Publication (SP) 800-171 provides 110 controls that the contractor shall self-evaluate to determine compliance. 6.3 Assessments to be submitted on Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) to login to the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) module prior to submitting a quote. The assessment shall be no more than three years since reporting.

7.0 AWARD

7.1 The Government intends to award a single small business that provides the best value to the Government which meets all the technical specifications and provisions listed in this RFQ. 7.2 Best value will be determined by evaluating price, past performance, and technical approach. Technical capability will be established by evaluating the experience the contractor has with relevant and similar contracts. Technical approach and technical capability will be evaluated as acceptable or unacceptable. All factors are rated approximately equal. 7.3 The government intends to award to the responsible contractor whose quote, conforming to the solicitation, is most advantageous to the government based on price and other factors that provide the best value. 7.4 The government may award to other than the lowest priced quote if the factors of technical capability and technical approach provide the best value and exhibit betterments above the minimum requirements identified in the RFQ. 7.5 Negative or adverse information on FAPIIS or SPRS in the last three years may render your quote unacceptable.

8.0 AWARD

8.1 In accordance with FAR 12.207, a firm-fixed contract shall be issued. 8.2 Delivery date shall be 60 days after award. 8.3 Delivery will be to the USPFO S&S Warehouse, 3405 N MLK JR. BLVD, Lansing MI 48906. 8.3.1 Multi-bay loading dock easily accessible to semi-trucks or commercial equipment haulers 8.3.2 Normal hours of operation are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays unless a federal holiday. Alternate delivery hours may be available upon request. 8.4 Cost of shipping, handling, and insurance must be included in the price. 8.5 A notice will be sent to the unsuccessful offerors when a signed contract has been received from the apparent awardee.

9.0 BILLING INSTRUCTIONS

9.1 Invoice terms are Net 30 days. 9.2 Invoices must be for services performed. Invoices will not be accepted for billing future services during the period of performance. 9.3 Inspection and acceptance will be at Lansing, Michigan. 9.4 Quantity for services corresponds to the number of invoices to be submitted per month during the time of performance. 9.5 Invoices must be submitted through Wide Area Work Flow (https://piee.eb.mil). 9.5.1 Instructions are on clause 252.232-7006. 9.5.2 The invoiced amount for the CLIN shall not exceed the unit of issue amount. 9.5.3 Invoices shall be submitted after the supply has been delivered. 9.5.4 The invoice acceptor has seven days to inspect the submitted invoice, and seven days to accept or reject the invoice. Once accepted, the request is submitted to the USPFO Pay.

10.0 QUOTE SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

10.1 Questions are due by 12 August 2026, 12:30 pm Eastern Standard Time (EDT). Questions must be submitted via email to artwanette.l.franklin-andrews.civ@army.mil. Questions will not be answered via telephone. 10.2 The quote shall not contain citations or active links to internet pages. Any linked information will not be accepted and will be removed from the quote. 10.3 It is the offeror’s responsibility to ensure all required documentation is provided in its entirety before the date and time set for closing of the solicitation. 10.4.1 Statement of Acknowledgement 10.4.2 Volume I – Technical Capability, including images 10.4.3 Volume II – Pricing 10.4.4 SF30 signed if the solicitation is amended 10.5 Quotes are due by 19 August 2026, 12:30 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). 10.5.1 Quotes must be submitted electronically to artwanette.l.franklin-andrews.civ@army.mil and ng.mi.miarng.mbx.uspfo-pc-vendors@army.mil. 10.5.2 An acknowledgment will be sent when the quote is received. 10.5.3 If the email isn’t received, the contractor shall contact the administrator. 10.6 The Government reserves the right to require minor clarifications or to hold discussions. However, the Government may award without requesting clarification for ambiguity.

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