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. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation number is 68HE0519Q0005 and is a request for quotation (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2019-03. Responses may be submitted via email to the point of contact (POC): Sara King at
[email protected], no later than the close of business on August 28, 2019. The Agency intends to make award no later than September 5, 2019. If you have questions please email the POC, or call (312) 866-6565. The North American Industry Classification System code 423490 "Other Measuring and Controlling Devices" has a small business size standard of 500 employees. The product service code is 6665 "Hazard-Detecting Instruments and Apparatus". This requirement is a total set-aside for small businesses. Region 5, U.S. EPA, Superfund Division, Field Services Branch requires one (1) Portable, Electromagnetic Geophysical Sensor for real-time measurements to survey ground and sub surfaces. The unit must include all necessary hardware and software accessories to operate (cables, batteries/charger/power cable, case, shoulder strap, calibration tools, etc.). The desired unit has digital, programmable frequency domain electromagnetic (EM) geophysical sensor capabilities which can measure up to 50m in depth using a bandwidth range approximately 25 Hz to 96 kHz. Within this range, multiple frequencies (such as 10 frequencies) must be available for the operator to program into the system so that data are collected at different desired frequencies (which is correlated to different depths), this allows enough data to be analyzed later into a 3D image. Additionally, the unit must be capable of collecting, simultaneously, In-Phase data and ground conductivity data which can also be view in real time on an on-board data logger. The In-Phase capabilities include detection of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The ground conductivity capabilities include measuring changes in the subsurface to detect differences between geologic changes in materials such as till, clay, sand, bedrock. The unit must be capable of measuring ground conductivity changes due to contaminant plumes which have higher or lower conductivity values than background soils. The unit will be used by field personnel so must be lightweight (around 10 pounds), rugged, waterproof, last 8 hours or on a single charge. The unit must also be capable of: minimizing 60-Hz power line noise by only allowing programming of odd harmonics of 30Hz; monitoring 60Hz noise values while surveying; and importing and merging GPS data to EM data. The unit should have data logging capabilities (with socket 655) and allow optional connection to a field laptop (i.e. RS-232 data cable, Bluetooth) for continuous downloading to a Windows Operating System PC. The unit/system should have a one-piece sensor system that does not require assembling coils. The recommended brand name and part number are identified below. The government may consider quotes on a brand name or equal basis. All responsible sources may submit a response which, if timely received, will be considered. Recommended Brand Name Item(s): Manufacturer: Geophex, Ltd. Part Number(s): GEM 2 Quantity: 1 Description: electromagnetic sensor system, sensor, hard shell aluminum case, electronics console, system and utility software, USB to serial adapter, serial cable, Trimble 900B data logger, two batteries, battery charger, and 2 calibration ferries. Provide details about manufacturer warranty with offer. Include FOB Destination address: U.S. EPA Region 5 77 West Jackson Boulevard Chicago, IL 60604-3507 Contracting Officer: Thomas Harrison (312) 353.2030,
[email protected] Region 5 U.S. EPA 77 West Jackson Blvd Chicago, IL 60604 The provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial applies to this acquisition (OCT 2018). FAR52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Items (OCT 2014), specific evaluation criteria included in paragraph (a): Technical Capabilities and Price using FAR 13 in conjunction with FAR 12.6 evaluation procedures. Offerors are to include a completed copy of the provision FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items (OCT 2018) Alt, with its offer. FAR Clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (OCT 2018) applies to this acquisition, and addenda. FAR 52.204-22, ALTERNATIVE LINE ITEM PROPOSAL. (JAN 2017) FAR 52.211-6, BRAND NAME OR EQUAL. (AUG 1999) EPAAR 1552.211-79, COMPLIANCE WITH EPA POLICIES FOR INFORMATION RESOURCES MANAGEMENT (JUL 2016) EPAAR 1552.213-70, NOTICE TO SUPPLIERS OF EQUIPMENT. (APR 1984) FAR 52.252-2, CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE. (FEB 1998): This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=13d67d73d04a4921592f2b6dba3b1f34&mc=true&tpl=/ecfrbrowse/Title48/48tab_02.tpl The FAR clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes Or Executive Orders-Commercial Items (MAY 2019), applies to this acquisition and the additional FAR clauses cited in the clause are applicable to the acquisition: FAR 52.219-6, NOTICE OF TOTAL SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE (NOV 2011) FAR 52.219-28, POST AWARD SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM REREPRESENTATION (JUL 2013) FAR 52.222-3, CONVICT LABOR (JUN 2003) FAR 52.222-19, CHILD LABOR-COOPERATION WITH AUTHORITIES AND REMEDIES (JAN 2018) FAR 52.222-21, PROHIBITION OF SEGREGATED FACILITIES (APR 2015) FAR 52.222-26, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (SEP 2016) FAR 52.222-36, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR WORKERS WITH DISABILITIES (JUL 2014) FAR 52.222-50, COMBATING TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS (JAN 2019) FAR 52.223-21, FOAMS (JUN 2016) FAR 52.223-18, ENCOURAGING CONTRACTOR POLICIES TO BAN TEXT MESSAGING WHILE DRIVING (AUG 2011) FAR 52.225-1, BUY AMERICAN-SUPPLIES (MAY 2014) FAR 52.225-13, RESTRICTIONS ON CERTAIN FOREIGN PURCHASES (JUN 2008) FAR 52.232-34, PAYMENT BY ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER - OTHER THAN SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (JUL 2013)