The Air Force Academy Contracting Office is conducting market research to determine if there exists a running and/or cross training shoe that is manufactured in the United States to include domestic components, IAW the Berry Amendment, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFARS) 252.225-7012. The anticipated North American Industrial Classification System Code (NAICS) is 316211, rubber and plastics footwear manufacturing, and the small business size is 1,000 employees. The running and/or cross training shoe must comply with the corresponding description. If a domestic manufactured running and/or cross training shoe is available please provide the name brand and style of the shoe(s) to include where the components come from. If one cannot be identified, please submit information regarding which foreign countries manufacture the running and/or cross training shoe and the origin of each shoe component. Please indicate if you are a small or large business in your response. The Government does not intend to pay for any information provided under this Sources Sought synopsis. The source sought notice is also issued for the purpose of market research in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regular (FAR) Part 10. Any information provided by industry to the Government as a result of this source sought synopsis is voluntary. All businesses capable of providing these running shoes/cross trainers are invited to respond. If interested in this proposed acquisition the government requests interested parties submit a brief description of their company?s business size, business status (i.e., small business, service disabled veteran, disadvantaged, HUB Zone, woman-owned), point of contacts, address, e-mail, telephone number, fax number, and the companies web page if applicable. Submissions to this notice should be e-mailed to
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[email protected]. CROSS TRAINING DESCRIPTION: This purchase description covers cross training gymnasium shoes intended to be worn by Air Force Academy cadets involved in a number of different sports activities such as short distance jogging, weight training, and other indoor sports. Salient Characteristics: Design The cross training shoe shall be a mid to high quality that incorporates state of the art technology providing comfort, durability and support. First Article Before production is commenced, the contractor shall submit to the contracting officer for approval the following items: One pair size 8 women?s, and one pair size 10 men?s conforming to the requirements of this purchase description. Material / Construction 1. Uppers a. Uppers shall be made of lightweight synthetic material for medial and lateral support, and to provide comfort. The cross training shall be low cut. The lacing configuration shall provide comfort and fit. The color of the cross trainer shall be in white and may incorporate small tones of black, silver, and blues. 2. Sole a. Insole: The insole shall have a sturdy full-length insole. The insole shall be a well cushion made of a good compressible sponge rubber used in the shoe industry, for arch and heel support. b. Footbed shall be fully length made of a sturdy insole board or similar to what is used in the shoe industry, for good foot stability. c. Outsole: The outsole shall be made of nonmarking material. It shall be made of solid rubber with a unique traction pattern for a variety of surfaces. The outer sole abrasive index shall be a minimum of 75 (ASTM D 1630). The outer sole hardness shall be within the range of a minimum of 45 and a maximum of 65 (ASTM D 2240). For ASTM documents write to: ASTM 100 Barr Harbor Dr, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959 or call: (610) 832-9585, or email: Or Email: Contact ASTM d. Midsole and Heel: The midsole and heel shall incorporate a visible air cushioning or air sole system in heel area, providing cushioning and protection from impact. Sizes and Widths The cross training shoe shall be provided in the following sizes and widths: Table I. Women?s Sizes Width Size Size Type Standard 6-12 Whole and Half Sizes Wide 6-12 Whole and half Sizes Table II. Men?s Sizes Width Size Size Type Standard 7-16 Whole and Half Sizes Wide 7-16 Whole and half Sizes Workmanship The finished cross training shoe shall conform to the quality of product established by this document. The occurrence of defects shall not exceed the contractor?s own quality assurance standards and the quality assurance standards defined by the technical data in the bid package. Quality Assurance 1. Certification: The contractor shall certify that the product offered meets the salient characteristics of this description and that the product conforms to the producer?s own drawings, specifications, standards and quality assurance practices. The Government reserves the right to require proof of such conformance prior to the first delivery and thereafter as may be otherwise provided for under the provisions of the contract. Reliance on contractor quality assurance systems shall not relieve the contractor of the responsibility of ensuring that all products or supplies submitted to the Government for acceptance comply with all requirements of the contract. 2. Certification of Compliance: Unless otherwise specified in the contract or purchase order, certificates of compliance shall be requested by government on all components, if the government deems necessary. INSPECTION The contractor shall inspect the finished products 100% for compliance with this purchase description prior to submitting to the USAFA for final inspection by 34 TRW/SDCU Quality Control personnel. 1. Final Inspection: The point of final inspection and acceptance of the finished articles shall be at the USAF Academy, using ANSI/ASQC Z1.4-1993 and this purchase description. 2. Inspection Levels And Acceptable Quality Level a. Inspection levels and acceptable quality levels (AQL?s) expressed in defects per hundred units (DHU) shall be in accordance with ANSI/ASQC Z1.4-1993. To get an accurate understanding of defects per hundred the inspector shall follow ANSI/ASQC Z1.4 Inspection Levels and its instructions. To obtain a copy of ANSI/ASQC Z1.4 call: American National Standard, at 1800-854-7179 or write to: American Society for Quality Control, 611 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53202. b. Table III shows AOL Levels for defect listed in Table IV. General and Detailed Defects: Table III AOL Levels AQL INSPECTION LEVEL LEVEL Major 2.5 II Major and Minor A 15.0 II Major, Minor A and 40.0 II Minor B (combined) For defects listed in Table I (Measurements): One Class 4.0 S-3 Note: AQL levels and inspection levels for defects listed in Table IV. General and Detailed Defects. TABLE IV General and Detailed Defects MINOR MAJOR A B A Inferior material or workmanship defects such as distortion. X B Component and assembly - any component part or required operation omitted or not performed in accordance with specification. X C Defects such as holes, cuts, and or tears X D Loose thread, ends not removed, label missing X E Discoloration, stains or spots due to material or workmanship X F Color not conforming to the color specified. X G Incorrect or illegible measurements. Score inspection will be scored using the size-measurement defect X Preservation, Packing and Marking The preservation, packing and marking shall be as specified in the contract or order. Custodian Preparing Activity: USAF Academy, CO 80840-8210 Cadet Uniform (34TRW/SDCU) USAF Academy, CO 80840-8210 Review Activity: 34 Support Group (34TRW/SDC) USAF Academy CO 80840-8210 RUNNING DESCRIPTION: This purchase description covers running shoes intended to be worn by United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) cadets involved in a number of different sports activities that involve running, such as long distance running, and jogging. Salient Characteristics: Design The running shoe shall be high quality that incorporates state of the art technology providing comfort, durability and breathability. Material and Construction 2. Uppers a. Upper: Shall be made of lightweight mesh and synthetic material for breathability. The running shoe shall be low cut. The lacing configuration shall provide comfort and fit. The running shoe shall be white. Colors for minor details such as logos or striping shall only be in accented colors of blue, or silver and small tones of black. 3. Sole a. Insole: Shall have a sturdy full-length insole for heel impact absorption and arch support. It shall be made of high-density foam with a good compressible sponge rubber material commonly used in the shoe industry. b. Outsole: Shall be made of carbon (nonmarking material) or high grain rubber heel for durability. The outsole shall have crossed-girder type of configuration or comparable outersole with traction, suitable for responsive running. The outer sole abrasive index shall be a minimum of 75 (ASTM D 1630). The outer sole hardness shall be within the range of a minimum of 45 and a maximum of 65 (ASTM D 2240). c. Midsole: Shall incorporate a visible air or gel cushioning or air or gel sole system that accommodates orthotics and shall integrate and control transition to forefoot. Sizes and Widths The running shoe shall be provided in the following sizes and widths: Women?s Sizes Width Size Size Type Standard 6-12 Whole and Half Sizes Wide 6-12 Whole and Half Sizes Table I Men?s Sizes Width Size Size Type Standard 7-16 Whole and Half Sizes Wide 7-16 Whole and Half Sizes Table II Workmanship The finished running shoe shall conform to the quality of product established by this document. The occurrence of defects shall not exceed the contractor?s own quality assurance standards and the quality assurance standards defined by the technical data in the bid package. Quality Assurance Certification: The contractor shall certify that the product offered meets the salient characteristics of this description and that the product conforms to the producer?s own drawings, specifications, standards and quality assurance practices. The Government reserves the right to require proof of such conformance prior to the first delivery and thereafter as may be otherwise provided for under the provisions of the contract. Reliance on contractor quality assurance systems shall not relieve the contractor of the responsibility of ensuring that all products or supplies submitted to the Government for acceptance comply with all requirements of the contract. Certification of Compliance: Unless otherwise specified in the contract or purchase order, certificates of compliance may be submitted on all components. INSPECTION The contractor shall inspect the finished products 100% for compliance with this purchase description prior to submitting them to USAFA for final inspection by 34LS/LGU Cadet Uniform Flight personnel in accordance with ANSI Z1.4 and this purchase description. The point of final inspection and acceptance of the finished articles shall be at USAFA. Inspection Levels and Acceptable Quality Level Inspection levels and acceptable quality levels (AQL?s) expressed in defects per hundred units (DHU) shall be in accordance with ANSI Z1.4, as follows: For defects listed in Table III (General and Detailed Defects): AQL INSPECTION LEVEL LEVEL Major 2.5 II Major and Minor A 15.0 II Major, Minor A and 40.0 II Minor B (combined) For defects listed in Table I (Measurements): One Class 4.0 S-3 TABLE III General and Detailed Defects MINOR MAJOR A B A Inferior material or workmanship defects such as distortion X B Component and assembly - any component part or required operation omitted or not performed in accordance with specification X C Defects such as holes, cuts, and or tear X D Loose thread, ends not removed, label missing X E Discoloration, stains or spots due to material or workmanship X F Color not conforming to the color specified X G Incorrect or illegible measurements. Score inspection will be scored using the size-measurement defect X Preservation, Packing and Marking The preservation, packing and marking shall be as specified in the contract or order. Custodian Preparing Activity: USAF Academy, CO 80840-8210 Cadet Uniform Flight (34th TRW/SDCU ) USAF Academy, CO 80840-8210 Review Activity: 34 Logistics Squadron (34th TRW/SD) USAF Academy CO 80840-8210