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 W91WAW-09-T-0196 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 2005-34. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 337215 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 2009-09-29 11:30:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com. FOB Destination shall be Carlisle, PA 17013 The USA ACA Pentagon, Contracting Center of Excellence requires the following items, Meet or Exceed, to the following: LI 001, Item 1 - Table Display Case (42x48x24) - 1 unit (See Attachment A) Case shall measure 48 long x 24 deep x 42 high overall, with a 36 display deck height and a 6 glass hood. Hood shall be an electric lift safety glass hood, with clear white laminated safety glass on all sides and top with mitered joints bonded with clear adhesive. The fabric display deck shall be removable, made from fiberboard wrapped in linen fabric. Table shall contain one desiccant compartment, accessible without having to open display space. This case shall include UV filtered LED light rails mounted along the front and back within the glass hood. The power supply shall be mounted below the display deck, accessible from behind the case., 1, EA; LI 002, Item 2 - Table Display Cases (42x72x24) - 2 units (See Attachment A) Case shall measure 72 long x 24 deep x 42 high overall, with a 36 display deck height and a 6 glass hood. Hood shall be an electric lift safety glass hood, with clear white laminated safety glass on all sides and top with mitered joints bonded with clear adhesive. The fabric display deck shall be removable, made from fiberboard wrapped in linen fabric. Table shall contain one desiccant compartment, accessible without having to open display space. This case shall include UV filtered LED light rails mounted along the front and back within the glass hood. The power supply shall be mounted below the display deck, accessible from behind the case. Area below the case will be completely enclosed with two doors and have a separate (independent) key locking mechanism. The enclosed cabinet area will have ventilation holes in the back to allow for air exchange., 2, EA; LI 003, Item 3 - Table Display Case Enclosed base (42x120x24) - 1 unit (See Attachment B) Case shall measure 120 long x 24 deep x 42 high overall, with a 36 display deck height and a 6 glass hood. Hood shall be an electric lift safety glass hood, with clear white laminated safety glass on all sides and top with mitered joints bonded with clear adhesive. The fabric display deck shall be removable, made from fiberboard wrapped in linen fabric. Table shall contain one desiccant compartment, accessible without having to open display space. This case shall include UV filtered LED light rails mounted along the front and back within the glass hood. The power supply shall be mounted below the display deck, accessible from behind the case. Inside the display case area will be divided into 3 separate compartments (2x6x2 sections). Area below the case will be completely enclosed with a minimum of two doors and have a separate (independent) key locking mechanism. The enclosed cabinet area will have ventilation holes in the back to allow for air exchange., 1, EA; LI 004, Item 4 - Freestanding Full Body Exhibit Cases (92x36x36) - 2 units (See Attachment C) Freestanding exhibit cases, each consisting of one (1) locking hinged glass door panel, two (2) fixed glass side panels, one (1) fixed glass back panel, removable interior display deck panel, pre-finished hinged and locking maple base, desiccant drawer, light hood with ten (10) fiber optic fixtures per unit. Approximate measurements to be: Width: 36, Height: 92, Depth: 36, Display deck height: 6, Upper light unit: 8, Clear view height: 78. The visible removable interior surfaces shall be wrapped in linen fabric. Structural interior surfaces of the display case shall consist of painted urea formaldehyde-free Medium Density Fiberboard. Doors and fixed return glass panels consist of clear white laminated safety glass. One desiccant compartment below the display deck shall be accessible without having to open display space. The base below the display space shall be hinged and include a lock., 2, EA; LI 005, Item 5 - Installation for Labor Cost Breakout the total cost of labor into the labor category, labor hours, and labor rates., 1, Labor; LI 006, Item 6 - Delivery Delivery Cost, 1, Lot; For this solicitation, USA ACA Pentagon, Contracting Center of Excellence 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 Pentagon, Contracting Center of Excellence 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. 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. Offeror must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database before an award can be made to them. If the offeror is not registered in the CCR, it may do so through the CCR website at http://www.ccr.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 http://www.acqnet.gov/far. Delivery must be made by Tuesday, 15 December 2009