JACKET: 518-800

TITLE: SUICIDE PREVENTION GUNLOCKS

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

AWARD WILL BE BASED ON THE LARGEST QUANTITY

of Cable Gunlocks FOR $308,325.00. 

BID OPENING: AUGUST 2, 2018

Contractor Name Quantity Terms

Regal Industrial Sales, Inc. 309,000 net 30

Quality Speciality Products 282,867 net 30

V.N. Products, Inc. 242,000 net 30

RG /JMG
U.S. GOVERNMENT PUBLISHING OFFICE | Keeping America Informed | OFFICIAL | DIGITAL | SECURE

Virginia Beach Regional Office | 291 Independence Blvd., Suite 401, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 

http://www.gpo.gov | www.facebook.com/USGPO | twitter.com/USGPO 

July 26, 2018 

Dear Bidder: 

This is Amendment Number One (1). The specifications in our invitation for bids on jacket 518-800, 

scheduled for opening at 11 a.m., August 2, 2018, are amended as follows. 

P. 5 of 6, 

Under “DISTRIBUTION”, Remove “Deliver by September 28, 2018”. 

P. 5 of 6, 

The following verbiage will be added under “SCHEDULE”. 

First delivery of MINIMUM QUANTITY OF 50,000 on or before October 17, 2018. 

Final delivery on or before December 30, 2018. 

 

P. 5 of 6, 

Under “BID SUBMISSION”, bid return sheet should be p.6. 

All other specifications remain the same. 

If amendment is not acknowledged on bid, direct acknowledgement to: 

U.S. Government Publishing Office 

Virginia Beach Regional Office 

291 Independence Blvd., Suite 401 

Virginia Beach, VA 23462 

TELEPHONE ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF THIS AMENDMENT IS NOT ACCEPTABLE. 

BIDDER MUST ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF THIS AMENDMENT PRIOR TO BID OPENING. 

Failure to acknowledge receipt of amendment, by amendment number, prior to bid-opening time, may 

be reason for bid being declared nonresponsive. 

Sincerely, 

RICHARD W. GILBERT 

Contracting Officer 
Specifications by JG Jacket 518-800

Page 1 of 6 Dept. of Veterans Affairs: 8-00253/010898

BID OPENING: August 2, 2018

Bids shall be publicly opened at 11:00 a. m., prevailing Eastern Standard Time.

ANY QUESTIONS BEFORE AWARD CONCERNING THESE SPECIFICATIONS CALL JOY GOODEN 

(757)490-7942. AFTER AWARD, REFER ALL QUESTIONS TO THE CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR 

WHOSE NAME APPEARS IN THE UPPER PORTION OF THE PURCHASE ORDER.

FACSIMILE BID SPECIFICATIONS

U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO)

Virginia Beach Regional Printing Procurement Office

291 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Ste. 401

Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462

GPO CONTRACT TERMS: Any contract which results from this Invitation for Bid will be subject to the 

applicable provisions, clauses, and supplemental specifications of GPO Contract Terms (GPO Publication 310.2, 

effective December 1, 1987 (Rev. 6-01)) and GPO Contract Terms, Quality Assurance through Attributes Program 

for Printing and Binding (GPO Publication 310.1, effective May 1979 (Rev. 8-02)).

GPO Contract Terms (GPO Publication 310.2) – http://www.gpo.gov/pdfs/vendors/sfas/terms.pdf.

GPO QATAP (GPO Publication 310.1) – http://www.gpo.gov/pdfs/vendors/sfas/qatap.pdf.

DISPUTES: GPO Publication 310.2, GPO Contract Terms, Contract Clause 5. Disputes, is hereby replaced with 

the June 2008 clause found at www.gpo.gov/pdfs/vendors/contractdisputes.pdf.

WARRANTY: Contract Clause 15, "Warranty", of GPO Contract Terms (GPO Publication 310.2, effective 

December 1, 1987 (Rev. 5-99)) is amended for the solicitation to the effect that the warranty period is 

EXTENDED from 120 days to one calendar year from the date the check is tendered as final payment. All other 

provisions remain the same.

SUBCONTRACTING: The contractor may make contracts for the furnishing of all or any part of the supplies or 

work specified. Accordingly, Contract Clause 6, "Subcontracts," of GPO Contract Terms (GPO Publication 

310.2, effective December 1, 1987 (Rev. 6-01)), does not apply to this procurement.

BUY AMERICAN ACT - NOTE: In compliance with Contract Terms, Contractor must state within bid submitted 

the Country of origin where the end products are being manufactured. (Indicate the Country of origin on the bid

return sheet which you will find as page 7 of these specification. Note: the GPO Form 910 is no longer needed.)

PRODUCT: Indefinite quantity of cable gunlocks. See ‘Description’ for full details.

TITLE: SUICIDE PREVENTION GUNLOCKS

QUANTITY: Indefinite Quantity

******* FIXED PRICE-INDEFINITE QUANTITY CONTRACT: AWARD WILL BE BASED ON THE 

LARGEST QUANTITY OF Cable Gunlocks FOR $308,325.00. POTENTIAL VENDORS MUST SUBMIT THE 

FIXED PRICE OF $308,325.00 PLUS THE QUANTITY THEY WILL PRODUCE FOR THE FIXED PRICE. IN 

THE EVENT OF A TIE QUANTITY, THE AWARD WILL BE DETERMINED BY THE OVERALL LOWEST 

DISCOUNTED COST. ADDITIONALLY, A COST MUST BE SUBMITTED FOR EACH ADDITIONAL 1,000 

COPIES. IF ANY ADDITIONAL COSTS ARE INCURRED DURING THE PRODUCTION OF THIS JOB, THE 

OVERALL QUANTITY WILL BE DECREASED IN LIEU OF AN INCREASE IN MONEY. 

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PAGES: See “DESCRIPTION.”

 

TRIM: See “DESCRIPTION.”

DESCRIPTION: NOTE – a visual of the gunlock, the cable tag, and of the lock imprint can be had by 

emailing Joy Gooden at jgooden@gpo.gov. 

Cable Gunlock Specifications:

• 15" heavy-duty steel cable gunlock

o Fits almost any handgun, rifle or shotgun

o Prevents rounds from being chambered, magazines from loading, actions from engaging or

cylinders from moving

o Easy and quick installation and removal

• Two brass keys provided with each lock

• Gunlock padlock body type is to be steel with vinyl coating/cover on lock and cable

o Coating/cover is to be red

• Red as close to PMS 1797 as possible

• Gunlock is to be ASTM compliant

• Gunlock is to have a positive-cam locking mechanism or similar

• Gunlock lock body is to have a white imprint of the Veterans Crisis Line Logo (logo includes 

phone number)

o Imprint is to be as large as possible

o Production filesfor the Veterans Crisis Line Logo will be included in print PDF

• Gunlock cable is to have a tag containing 24/7 Confidential Crisis Support information adhered to

the gunlock cable (tag info supplied as a PDF)

o Label flat size is 5.5"w x 1.5"h, so wrapped around the cable it's 2.75"w x 1.5" h

o A visual representation of the tag and how it is to be adhered to the gunlock cable was 

faxed with bid. The tag should be adhered to the base of the cable on the side without the

locking mechanism, per supplied visual 

o Production files for the adhesive tag are included in print PDF

Packaging Specifications:

• Gunlocks and all necessary elements (to include supplied wallet cards, and the instructions) are to be

individually packaged together and sealed in suitably sized ziplock bags

• Veterans Crisis Line wallet cards are to be included in the packaging with each gunlock

o Wallet Cards are 3.375" x 2.125" and will be supplied

• Instructionsfor use are to be included in the packaging with each gunlock

Shipping/Boxing Specifications:

• Individually packaged Gunlocks (as specified above in Packaging Specifications) should be 

boxed for shipping in quantities of 25 per box.

GOVERNMENT TO FURNISH: PDF for the tag and imprint will be emailed after award. 

CONTRACTOR TO FURNISH: All materials and operations, other than those listed under "Government to 

Furnish," necessary to produce the product in accordance with these specifications. 
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ELECTRONIC PREPRESS: Prior to image processing, the contractor shall perform an extensive check 

(preflight) of the furnished media and publishing files to assure correct output of the required reproduction image. 

Any errors, media damage, or data corruption that might interfere with proper file image processing must be 

reported to GPO.

The contractor shall create any necessary trapping, set proper screen angles and screen frequency, and define file 

output selection for the imaging device being utilized. Furnished files must be imaged as necessary to meet the 

assigned quality level.

PREPRODCUTION SAMPLES FIVE (5): Prior to the commencement of production of the contract production 

quantity, the contractor shall submit 5 (five) preproduction samples. The Preproduction Samples must be produced 

as specified using the format, ink, stock, equipment, and methods of production that will be used in producing the 

final product. Do not produce the entire quantity until receipt of the OK from the Government. The 5 samples will 

be tested for conformance of material(s), functionality, and for construction. The container and accompanying 

documentation shall be marked PREPRODUCTION SAMPLES and shall include the GPO jacket and the job title. 

The samples must be submitted in sufficient time to allow Government testing of the samples and production and

shipment in accordance with the shipping schedule.

Contractor must supply a proof sign-off sheet and return airbill. Also, must include a reminder that the agency can 

only keep proofs 5 workdays.

DELIVER the 5 preproduction samples to: 

U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs 

810 Vermont Ave N.W. Rm: 740F

Washington, DC 20420

ATTN: Nelson Colon 202-461-5515

The Government will approve, conditionally approve, or disapprove the samples within 5 workdays of the receipt 

thereof. Approval or conditional approval shall not relieve the contractor from complying with the specifications 

and all other terms and conditions of the contract. A conditional approval shall state any further action required 

by the contractor. A notice of disapproval shall state the reasons therefor.

If the samples are disapproved by the Government, the Government, at its option, may require the contractor to 

submit additional samples for inspection and test, in the time and under the terms and conditions specified in the 

notice of rejection. Such additional samples shall be furnished, and necessary changes made, at no additional cost 

to the Government and with no extension in the shipping schedule. The Government will require the time 

specified above to inspect and test any additional samples required.

In the event the additional samples are disapproved by the Government, the contractor shall be deemed to have 

failed to make delivery within the meaning of the default clause in which event this contract shall be subject to 

termination for default, provided however, that the failure of the Government to terminate the contract for default 

in such event shall not relieve the contractor of the responsibility to deliver the contract quantities in accordance 

with the shipping schedule.

In the event the Government fails to approve, conditionally approve, or disapprove the samples within the time 

specified, the Contracting Officer shall automatically extend the shipping schedule in accordance with Contract 

Clause 12, "Notice of Compliance With Schedules," of GPO Contract Terms (GPO Publication 310.2, effective 

December 1, 1987 (Rev. 01-18)).

Manufacture of the final product prior to approval of the sample submitted is at the contractor’s risk. Samples will 

not be returned to the contractor. All costs, including the costs of all samples shall be included in the contract 

price for the production quantity.
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All samples shall be manufactured at the facilities in which the contract production quantities are to be 

manufactured.

The contractor must not produce prior to receipt of an "OK to produce."

 

PRINTING: see ‘Description’ for details of each item. 

INK: Black, PMS 541, PMS 1797

STOCK/PAPER: The specifications of all paper furnished must be in accordance with those listed herein or listed 

for the corresponding JCP Code numbers in the “Government Paper Specification Standards No. 12” dated March 

2011. http://www.gpo.gov/pdfs/customers/sfas/vol12/vol_12.pdf

Tag – white vinyl with clear coat on face and adhesive back.

MARGINS: Follow margins in PDF files. 

BINDING: NA

PACKING: Individually packaged gunlocks should be boxed for shipping in quantities of 25 per box. Pack 

suitable quantities in shipping containers with a minimum bursting strength of 275 psi.

LABELING AND MARKING (Package and/or Container label): Each carton must be labeled. The label MUST 

indicate full title, quantity, Jacket number, and total number of boxes shipped, i.e. 6 of 10.

 

QUALITY ASSURANCE LEVELS AND STANDARDS: The following levels and standards shall apply to these 

specifications:

Product Quality Levels:

 (a) Printing Attributes -- Level III.

 (b) Finishing Attributes -- Level III.

Inspection Levels (fromANSI/ASQC 21.4):

 (a) Non-destructive Tests - General Inspection Level I.

 (b) Destructive Tests - Special Inspection Level S-2.

Specified Standards: The specified standards for the attributes requiring them shall be: 

Attribute Specified Standard 

P-7. Type Quality and Uniformity Approved preproduction sample

P-9. Solid or Screen Tints Color Match Approved preproduction sample

P-10. Process Color Match Approved preproduction sample

PAYMENT: Submitting invoices for payment via the GPO fax gateway (if no samples are required) utilizing the 

GPO barcode coversheet program application is the most efficient method of invoicing. Instruction for using this 

method can be found at the following web address: 

http://winapps.access.gpo.gov/fms/vouchers/barcode/instructions.html. 

Invoices may also be mailed to: U.S. Government Publishing Office, Office of Financial Management, Attn: 

Comptroller, Stop: FMCE, Washington, DC 20401. 

For more information about the billing process refer to the General Information of the Office of Finance web page 

located at https://www.gpo.gov/finance/index.htm.
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MODS: If any additional costs are incurred during the production of this job due to Government action (i.e. AAs), 

contractor is REQUIRED to contact the Printing Specialist in writing for approval BEFORE proceeding. 

DISTRIBUTION: F.O.B. DESTINATION – CONTRACTOR PAYS THE FREIGHT TO DELIVER. Deliver by 

September 28, 2018.

DELIVER the 5 Preproduction samples to: 

U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs 

810 Vermont Ave N.W. Rm: 740F marked PREPRODUCTION SAMPLES

Washington, DC 20420

ATTN: Nelson Colon 202-461-5515

DELIVER final product to:

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

400 Fort Hill Avenue, Room 222

Chincoteague, NY 14424

2 complete samples to: 

GPO Virginia Beach

291 Independence Blvd, Suite 401 

Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Attn: Richard Gilbert 757-490-7940

NOTIFICATION OF SHIPMENT: The contractor must email tracking# to nelson.colon@va.gov and 

jgooden@gpo.gov on same day proofs and final product ships. Ensure all boxes contain title, job#, and box# of 

total shipment.

SCHEDULE: Purchase Order and furnished material will be available for pickup at the Government Publishing

Office, Virginia Beach R.O., 291 Independence Blvd., Suite 401, Virginia Beach, VA 23462, within two (2) 

workdays of award.

Submit proofs as soon as possible in order to comply with the shipping schedule. Proofs will be withheld five (5) 

workdays from receipt until they are made available for pickup by the contractor.

Unscheduled material such as shipping documents, receipts or instructions, delivery lists, labels, etc., will be 

furnished with the order or shortly thereafter. In the event such information is not received in due time, the 

contractor will not be relieved of any responsibility in meeting the shipping schedule because of failure to request 

such information.

OFFERS: Offers must include the cost of all materials and operations for the total quantity ordered in accordance 

with these specifications. In addition, a price must be submitted for each additional 1,000. The price for additional 

quantities must be based on a continuing run, exclusive of all basic or preliminary charges and will not be a factor 

for determination of award.

BID SUBMISSION: Using the bid return sheet (p.7 of these specifications), submit bids to the U.S. Government 

Publishing Office, Bid Section, 291 Independence Blvd., Suite 401, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. Facsimile bids in 

response to this solicitation are permitted. Facsimile bids may be submitted directly to the GPO Virginia Beach

Bid Section, fax No. (757)-490-7950. The jacket number and bid opening date must be specified with the bid. Refer 

to Facsimile Bids in Solicitation Provisions of GPO Contract Terms, GPO Publication 310.2, as revised June 2001.
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Bidders must fill out this page and return it. 

TOTAL BID PRICE $_______________________ ADDITIONAL RATE $__________________ PER 1,000

DISCOUNTS: Discounts are offered for payment as follows: __________ Percent, _________calendar days. See 

Article 12 “Discounts” of Solicitation Provisions in GPO Contract Terms (Publication 310.2).

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: _____________________________________________________________________

BID ACCEPTANCE PERIOD: In compliance with the above, the undersigned agree, if this bid is accepted 

within____________ calendar days (60 calendar days unless a different period is inserted by the bidder) from the 

date for receipt of bids, to furnish the specified items at the price set opposite each item, delivered at the designated 

points(s), in exact accordance with specifications.

NOTE: Failure to provide a 60-day bid acceptance period may result in expiration of the bid prior to award.

 

AMENDMENT(S): Bidder hereby acknowledges amendment(s) number(ed) ___________________________

BIDDER’S NAME AND SIGNATURE: Unless specific written exception is taken, the bidder, by signing and 

submitting a bid, agrees with and accepts responsibility for all certifications and representations as required by the 

solicitation and GPO Contract Terms - Publication 310.2. When responding by fax or mail, fill out and return one 

copy of Page 6, initialing/signing where indicated.

Failure to sign the signature block below may result in the bid being declared non-responsive.

Bidder ___________________________________________________________________________________

(Contractor Name) (GPO Contractor’s Code)

___________________________________________________________________________________________

(Street Address)

___________________________________________________________________________________________

(City – State – Zip Code)

By _________________________________________________________________________________________

(Printed Name, Signature, and Title of Person Authorized to Sign this Bid) (Date)

___________________________________________________________________________________________

(Person to be Contacted) (Telephone Number) (Email)

COMPLETE THIS PAGE AND SUBMIT AS YOUR BID

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