Description
NA This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial item prepared in accordance with the format in FAR subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes a solicitation; proposals are being requested. Formal request of specifications and site plans must be formally requested. A written solicitation will be issued. Solicitation No. 201813R014 is being issued as a request for proposal (RFP). The NAICS Code is 115112. This acquisition is set aside for small business. The size standard is $6 million. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the latest Federal Acquisition Circular. The U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service at McFadden National Wildlife Refuge, Jefferson County, Sabine Pass, Texas has a requirement for the following items: All items shall be coordinated with Marty Bray, Refuge Manager (409-971-2909: (1) Furnish, plant and monitor Cord Grass (Spartina Alterniflora cv.Vermillion) at selected sites as indicated in specifications. Site 1A & B; Site 2A, B, & C; 3A,B, C & D; 4A, B, & C; 5A, & B. We will be unable to incorporate specifications into this announcement, please formally request a copy of specifications, and site location plans.. Bids shall be broken out by Site's (ie.. Site 1; Site 2; Site 3; Site 4; Site 5). The Government reserves the right to award one or more sites as funds will allow. The following FAR Clauses are also incorporated: These are available on the internet at http://www.arnet.gov/far (1) 52.212-01, Instructions to Offerors Commercial Items; and (2) 52.212.02 Evaluation of Commercial Items. The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer confirming to the solicitation will be the most advantageous and best value to the Government, price and other factors considered. Bidders shall submit technical data for all items bid. Offerors proposing alternative brands than those indicated bear the burden of proof that an items is in fact equal or better. (2) Offerors shall submit a completed copy of Clause 52.212-03, Offerors Representations and Certifications Commercial Items, with their offer; (4) FAR Clause 52.212-04, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items is incorporated by reference. This solicitation is also subject to the Service Contract Act and is herein incorporated by reference. Offerors who wish to visit the sites may contact Marty Bray, Refuge Manager at 409-971-2909. A site visit will be held starting the week of September 1, 2003, coordinate with Marty Bray, Refuge Manager 409-971-2909. Offers are due Close of Business September 19, 2003 and should be mailed to U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service (CGS), Room 5108, 500 Gold Avenue SW, P.O. Box 1306, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87103, Attn: Max Garcia. Be sure and mail technical literature for all bid items. PLEASE OBTAIN COPIES OF SPECIFICATIONS AND SITE LOCATION PLANS BY FAX 505-248-6451, Attn; Monica. For bidding information contact Max Garcia at 505-248-6628. For information on the specifications on the required items contact the Refuge Manager at 409-971-2909.