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 W91ZRS-18-T-0003 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 2005-99. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 333924 with a small business size standard of 750.00 employees. This requirement is a [ Service-Disabled Veteran Owned ] 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 2018-07-10 13:00:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com. FOB Destination shall be Windsor Locks, CT 06096 The National Guard - Connecticut requires the following items, Meet or Exceed, to the following: LI 001: CT ARMY National Guard requires four electrical walkie pallet trucks. These items must be brand new and not refurbished. All items must be able to lift at least 2500 lbs and have an electrical motor. The motor must be rechargeable (24V)Maintenance free (195 AH). Like item make and model: Walkie Stacker 8BWS13 with Btry/Chrgr. All items must meet of exceed these performance measures. â– 24 Volt Electrical System â– AC Drive Motor with Thermal Protection & Current Limiting â– Class 'F' Motor Insulation â– Transistor Drive Control System (MOSFETI â– Controller Area Network (CAN-Bus Communication â– Regenerative Braking â– Contactor-less Drive Controls â– Electronic Touch-Pad, Keyless En System with Password Protection â– Programmable Performance for up to 10 Operators â– Electronic Raise and Lower Controls in Operator Handle â– Auto-Off System (programmable) â– Error Indicator with Self-Diagnostic â– Fault Code Memory with Hour Meter Reading â– Hour Meter Indicator â– Programmable Service Indicator â– Battery Discharge Indicator with lift interrupt â– Anti-Roll Back System â– Fused Control and Power Circuits â– IP65 Rated Electrical System Body/ design features must meet or exceed â– Box Rail Fork Construction â– Tapered Fork Tips with Pallet Entry Slides â– Polyethylene Stability Wear Pads (Reversible) â– Chrome-Plated Lift Cylinder, 2" di â– Rubber Drive Tire, 1O" dia. x 5" â– Polyurethane Load Wheels, 3.25" diameter x 4.5" width â– Battery Compartment 26.5" x 7.8 X Open Height â– SB-175 Battery Connector (Red) â– High Strength Service Cover with Pen/Pencil Storage Tray â– Tool-free cover removal â– Steel Fixed Pull Rods â– Electric Hom â– Stainless steel lift linkage pin, 4, 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, National Guard - Connecticut 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. National Guard - Connecticut 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. New Equipment ONLY; NO remanufactured or "gray market" items. All items must be covered by the manufacturer's warranty. 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. The selected Offeror must comply with the following commercial item terms and conditions, which are incorporated herein by reference: FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition; FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items - the selected offeror must submit a completed copy of the listed representations and certifications; FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items; FAR 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): 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-35, 52.222-36, 52.222-37, 52.225-13, 52.232-34. The full text of the referenced FAR clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/far/.