AMENDMENT NOTICE: 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. The solicitation number is A17PS00525 and is issued as an invitation for bids (IFB), unless otherwise indicated herein. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-95. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 334111 with a small business size standard of 1,000.00 employees. This requirement is an [ Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises ] set-aside and only qualified offerors may submit bids. The solicitation pricing on www.FedBid.com will start on the date this solicitation is posted and will end on 2017-05-12 13:00:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com. FOB Destination shall be Portland, OR 97232 The Bureau of Indian Affairs requires the following items, Brand Name or Equal, to the following: LI 001: BRAND NAME OR EQUAL: DELL Laptop computers. Specifications: 6 lbs or lighter; HD Display (minimum 1366x768 resolution) (15# minimum); ACPI_SLIC table in the system BIOS must have a valid Windows marker; Intel Core i7 (3.0 GHz+) dual core processor or equivalent; 8GB (1333 MHz) RAM; 256GB or larger solid state drive (must support TRIM); 8X DVD +/-RW Optical Drive; Integrated graphics; 6 Cell battery; Integrated Gigabit Ethernet 10/100/1000 network interface; Wifi 802.11b/g/n networking; Smart Card reader integrated/dedicated; Webcam; VGA, DVI, or DisplayPort; HDMI video output; Docking station that supports dual monitors; Monitor stand that docking station connects into; Standard Warranty 3 years minimum, on-site service after remote diagnosis; Federal #Keep Your Hard Drive# 3 years minimum., 3, EA; Solicitation and Buy Attachments ***Question Submission: Interested offerors must submit any questions concerning the solicitation at the earliest time possible to enable the Buyer to respond. Questions must be submitted by using the 'Submit a Question' feature at www.fedbid.com. Questions not received within a reasonable time prior to close of the solicitation may not be considered.*** For this solicitation, Bureau of Indian Affairs intends to conduct an online competitive reverse auction to be facilitated by the third-party reverse auction provider, FedBid, Inc. FedBid has developed an online, anonymous, browser based application to conduct the reverse auction. An Offeror may submit a series of pricing bids, which descend in price during the specified period of time for the aforementioned reverse auction. Bureau of Indian Affairs is taking this action in an effort to improve both vendor access and awareness of requests and the agency's ability to gather multiple, competed, real-time bids. All responsible Offerors that respond to this solicitation MUST submit the pricing portion of their bid using the online exchange located at www.FedBid.com. There is no cost to register, review procurement data or make a bid on www.FedBid.com. Offerors that are not currently registered to use www.FedBid.com should proceed to www.FedBid.com to complete their free registration. Offerors that require special considerations or assistance may contact the FedBid Helpdesk at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or via email at
[email protected]. Offerors may not artificially manipulate the price of a transaction on www.FedBid.com by any means. It is unacceptable to place bad faith bids, to use decoys in the www.FedBid.com process or to collude with the intent or effect of hampering the competitive www.FedBid.com process. Should offerors require additional clarification, notify the point of contact or FedBid at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or
[email protected] of FedBid: Buyers and Sellers agree to conduct this transaction through FedBid in compliance with the FedBid Terms of Use. Failure to comply with the below terms and conditions may result in offer being determined as non-responsive. 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. The solicitation number is A17PS00525 and is issued as a request for quote (RFQ) unless otherwise indicated herein. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-95. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 334111 with a small business size standard of 1250 employees. This requirement is an Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise set-aside and only qualified offerors may submit bids. New Equipment ONLY; NO remanufactured or "gray market" items. All items must be covered by the manufacturer's warranty. Refer to description/specifications. Bid MUST be good for 30 calendar days after close of Buy. Shipping must be free on board (FOB) destination CONUS (Continental U.S.), which means that the seller must deliver the goods on its conveyance at the destination specified by the buyer, and the seller is responsible for the cost of shipping and risk of loss prior to actual delivery at the specified destination. This solicitation requires registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award, pursuant to applicable regulations and guidelines. Registration information can be found at www.sam.gov. FAR Clause 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders – Commercial Items, paragraph (a) and the following clauses in paragraph (b): 52.203-13, 52.222-19, 52.222-21, 52.222-50, 52.223-15, 52.223-16, 52.223-18, 52.225-13, 52.232-33, and 52.242-5. Additional Clauses Unilateral Deobligation of Unexpended Funds, Electronic Invoicing and Payment Requirements – Invoice Processing Platform (IPP)(April 2013), Prohibition of Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements Representation (DEVIATION 2015-02), Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements (DEVIATION 2015-02). Representative and Certification include 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Items (JAN 2017), 52.252-2 Evaluation – Commercial Items (OCT 2014) with descending order of importance of Technical capability, Price, and past performance. In addition, Technical capability and Past performance when combined, are equal when compared to price. 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items (JAN 2017), and 1452.280-4 Indian economic enterprise representation (JUL 2013). All Clauses may be accessed at FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporation by Reference (FEB 1998) sites: http://www.acquisition.gov/far http://www.doi.gov/pam http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2010/2010-7967.htm