3M 401+ Masking Tape BPA A25-025

SOURCES SOUGHT SYNOPSIS MASKING TAPE BPA This market survey is being conducted to identify potential sources that may provide Masking Tape in accordance with the DRAFT Item Description for use by United States Air Force (USAF) personnel. Contractors/Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards. The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey. INSTRUCTIONS: Please see attached DRAFT Item Description, general capability questions, and Contractor Capability Survey, which allows you to provide your company s capability. If, after reviewing this Sources Sought Synopsis, you desire to participate in the market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company s capability in meeting these requirements. Failure to provide documentation may result in the government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities. The Government is interested in finding sources capable of providing masking tape to the Government. Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research. Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged. Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed to the following:Tori Wallace, Program Manager, 405-734-0453, tori.wallace@us.af.mil

**THIS IS THE PRE-SOLICITATION NOTICE. THE ACTUAL SOLICITATION WILL BE RELEASED AT A LATER DATE** The Air Force intends to solicit the following supply: The 76 AMXG/569 AMXS is requesting a five (5) year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for 3M 401+ masking tape. The requested equipment description/specifications are outlined below. a.Item one Masking Tape 24mm (1 inch) x 55m (60 yards) b.Item two - Masking Tape 48mm (2 inch) x 55m (60 yards) c.Item three - Masking Tape 76mm (3 inch) x 55m (60 yards) d.Item four Masking Tape 12mm (1/2 inch) x 55m (60 yards) All tapes listed in item two shall adhere to the following requirements: a.Tape shall adhere to SAE AMS-T-21595 (formerly MIL-T-21595). Types 1,2 b.Tape shall be single-sided and have a natural/synthetic rubber adhesive blend c.Tape backing shall be a crepe paper. d.Tape shall have an Adhesive strength of 35oz/in- 50oz/in per ASTM D3330. e.Tape shall have a minimum tensile strength of 24lb/in per ASTM D3759. f.Tape shall have a minimum elongation of 14% per ASTM D3759. g.Tape shall be capable of high temperature use and be rated for a minimum surface temperature of 249F for 30 minutes h.Tape color shall be green. Tape shall be delivered with a minimum of six (6) months of shelf life remaining. Estimated Period of Performance: 5-year BPA This is a small business set-aside System for Award Management (SAM) is required to receive any award. Contractors can register electronically at https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/. The NAICS code for this requirement is 325520 with a size standard of 550 EMP. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement by submitting a proposal. Electronic procedures will be used for this solicitation through Beta.sam.gov at https://sam.gov/content/home. No telephone requests. See Note 22. Authority is 10 USC 2304 (c)(1). Foreign Participation: No For further information contact: Sheridan Robison Contracting Officer