(i) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a 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 the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. (ii) This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). Submit written quotes (oral quotes will not be accepted) on RFQ reference number FM56820440084. (iii) This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-23 (iv) This solicitation is set-aside as unrestricted. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 446199. (v) Potential offerors are to quote on the following line items: Line item Item Description Quantity Unit of Issue 0001 TLIIQ FFN Liquid Control 1 EA 0002 TLIIQ Test Cassettes (Box of 26) 1 EA 0003 Fetal Fibronectin Col Swabs, 25 1 PH (vi) Offerors are authorized to quote line items indicated above as an "or equal." If an "or equal" is quoted, the offeror is required to submit the technical specifications along with the offer. (vii) Items will be shipped to the following address: Defense Depot Susquehanna Site East Bldg 2001 (Mission Drive) CCP Doors 135-168 New Cumberland, PA 17070-5001 If items can be shipped in packages not to exceed 70 pounds or 130 inches (length x width), they can be shipped via USPS to the following address: 31 MDG/SGSM, Bldg 121 Unit 6180 BOX 245, APO, AE 09604-0245 Offerors must specify in their quote which shipping method will be used. Items will be delivered and accepted at F.o.b. Destination In Accordance with FAR 52.232-18 AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS: Award will be made contingent upon the availability of funds. (viii) FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors--Commercial Items (Jan 2006), applies to this acquisition. No addenda to this provision (ix) FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation--Commercial Items (Jan 1999), applies to this acquisition. The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: (1) technical capability of the item offered to meet the Government requirement; (2) price; (3) delivery terms. The Government intends to award to one vendor on a all or none basis. A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer's specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award. (x) Offerors must submit, along with their offer, a copy of the completed representations and certifications as prescribed in FAR provision 52.213-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items (Aug 2009). Alternate I (Apr 2002) (xi) FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (Feb 2007) applies to this acquisition. No addenda to this clause. (xii) FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items (Jul 2010) The following additional FAR clauses cited in the clause are applicable: 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons (FEB 2009) 52.222-50 Alternate I (AUG 2007) 52.203-6 Restrictions on Subcontractors Sales to the Government (Sep 2006) 52.203-6 Alternate I (Oct 1995) 52.222-19 Child Labor--Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (Jul 2010) 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (Jun 2008) 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-Central Contractor Registration (Oct 2003) (xiii) The following clauses and provisions apply to this solicitation and are included by reference: 52.211-6 Brand Name or Equal (Aug 1999) 52.215-5 Facsimile Proposals (Oct 1997) 52.225-14 Inconsistency Between English Version and Translation of Contract (Oct 2003) 52.225-17 Evaluation of Foreign Currency Offers (Feb 2000) 52.233-3 Protest After Award (Aug 1996) 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (Oct 2004) 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998) Http://farsite.hill.af.mil 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998) Http://farsite.hill.af.mil 252.212-7001 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items (Apr 2007) 252.225-7036 Buy American Act--North American Free Trade Agreements--Balance of Payments Program (Mar 2007) 252.225-7041 Correspondence in English (Jun 1997) 252.225-7042 Authorization to Perform (Apr 2003) 252.229-7003 Tax Exemptions (Italy) (Jan 2002) 9100190933 252.232.7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests (Mar 2007) 252.233-7001 Choice of Law (Overseas) (Jun 1997) 252.247-7023 Transportation of Supplies by Sea (May 2002) * The full text of the FAR and DFARS can be accessed on the Internet at http://www.farsite.hill.af.mil/ and http://farsite.hill.af.mil/VFDFARA.HTM (xiv) A Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) rating will not be assigned to this acquisition. (xv) Any responsible vendor can submit an offer to this agency. Offers received will be reviewed and considered for award. (xvi) Quotes are due to this office no later than 0900 hrs, Eastern Standard Time, 19 March 12. Quotes can be faxed to the following number, 011-39-0434-30-8758 or sent via e-mail to
[email protected]. All quotes must include the following information: Company's complete mailing and remittance address, discounts for prompt payment, if any, CAGE Code, Dun & Bradstreet number (DUNS), and Taxpayer ID number (if a US vendor). Quotes must be valid for a period of no less than 30 days. Vendors shall indicate, by number of calendar days, the amount of time needed to deliver the items described in paragraph (v). (xvii) The point of contact for this combined synopsis/solicitation is SSgt Susan Ramnarine who can be reached at 011-39-0434-30-7969 or by e-mail,
[email protected].