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; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Only faxed or e-mailed quotations will be accepted. This solicitation is a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2001-24. Full and Open Competition is being utilized subject to the following: The provisions at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors--Commercial Items applies to this solicitation. The provisions at FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation - Commercial Items applies to this solicitation. Award will be made to the quotation, which offers the best value to the government based on an integrated assessment of price, delivery and past performance. Offerors must provide the name, POC, phone number, and purchase order of 3 most recent customers to whom delivery of relevant products were made. Multiple awards may be accomplished if any items are determined to be unbalanced. The Government also reserves the right to make no award at all. Quotation shall include separate pricing for delivery as follows: (1) Shipping and any and all other costs associated in making delivery to Aviano Air Base, Italy and (2) Shipping and any and all other costs associated in making delivery to New Cumberland, PA. Offerors submitting offers on products considered equal to the Manufacturer specified are required to submit with its offer descriptive literature in sufficient detail to permit a complete and accurate evaluation of the products offered. Offerors shall include with the submission of their offer a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications--Commercial Items. The clause at FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items applies to this acquisition. The clause at FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders--Commercial Items applies to this acquisition; the clause at FAR 52.232-18 Availability of Funds for the Next Fiscal Year 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer--Central Contractor Registration applies to this solicitation, The clause at DFARS 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial items applies to this solicitation, the clause at DFARS 252.225-7042 Authorization to Perform applies to this solicitation, the clause at DFARS 252.233-7001 Choice of Law (Overseas) applies to this solicitation, the clause at DFARS 252.229-7000 Invoices Exclusive of Taxes or Duties applies to this solicitation. Offers shall be submitted via fax +39 0434 668758 or email to
[email protected] and received not later than 2400 local time, 5 Sep 04. Direct any questions or concerns to SSgt Melissa Blair, 632-7451 DSN or +39 0434 66 7451 Commercial. ************************************* Contractor shall provide all tools parts, materials, and transportation of parts to Aviano Air Base, Italy. Requirement: 0001: An upgrade to the current lining in ballistic helmets is required. Ballistic liner #95040-4 BLSS TM Kit for XS, S, M, L PAGST Helmet. QTY 140. 0002: Ballistic liner #95041-4 BLSS TM Kit for XL PAGST. QTY 30. 0003: Shipping Offers will be evaluated based on quality of upgrade and price. Offers shall be submitted via fax +39 0434 668758 or email to
[email protected] and received not later than 2400 local time, 5 Sep 2004. The Government’s obligation under this contract is contingent upon the aailability of appropriated funds from which payment for contract purposes can be made.*******************************************************************