This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, in conjunction with FAR 13.5, as applicable, and as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; bids are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation number is W45CMJ91901800 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 FAC 2005-31. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 333911 with a small business size standard of 500.00 employees. This requirement is a [ Small Business ] 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 2009-08-14 15:30:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com. FOB Destination shall be Fort Hood, TX 76544 The USA ACA Fort Hood requires the following items, Meet or Exceed, to the following: LI 001, Air compressor, industrial heavy-duty, Sullair Model 7509. 100 HP, 444 ACFM, 2, EA; LI 002, Heatless type compressed air dryer, inlet air flow, Model TW1000, 900 SCFM, 768 SCFM outlet flow,with options package E and ProPurge Demand Control, 1, EA; LI 003, Breathing air compressor, industrial heavy-duty, Sullair Model 1509E, 20 HP, 79.02 SCFM with options, SCF-125N, SCH-125N, & SCC-125N and weather hood for outdoor installation., 1, EA; LI 004, Breathing air purifier, Deltech Del-Monox, model DM-75, 90 SCFM inlet, 75 CFM outlet, air quality- Grade D, 1, EA; LI 005, Installation. Includes removal of existing Champion 100 HP, Sullair 125 HP compressor, Pneumatech AD-400 compressed air dryer, Champion 20 HP compressor, and Nomonox breathing air system., 1, EA; For this solicitation, USA ACA Fort Hood 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. USA ACA Fort Hood 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]. Use 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. The apparent awardee shall acknowledge acceptance of any and all re-postings (amendments), in writing, prior to any award resulting from this solicitation. This solicitation has been amended to:(1).(2).(3). Etc.All other terms and conditions remain the same. NAICS Code 423830 must be on Contractor's CCR before a bid can be accepted CCR Requirement - Company must be registered on Central Contractor Registration (CCR) before an award could be made to them. If company is not registered in CCR, they may do so by going to CCR web site at http://www.ccr.gov. See attached applicable provisions and clauses. Response from vendors is required, if applicable, to the following: 52.209-5, 52.209-6, 52.212-3, 52.212-3 Alt1, 52.222-48 and 252.247-7022. Any applicable provisions and clauses must be provided electronically prior to the solicitation closing time and date by email to
[email protected] Proposed responders must submit any questions concerning this solicitation before 11 August 2009, 1500 CST, to reasonably expect a response from the Government. Those questions not received within the prescribed date will not be considered. New equipment ONLY, NO remanufactured products Bid MUST be good for 30 days after submission. FOB Destination CONUS (CONtinental U.S.)