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. Solicitation number is HSCG85-12-Q-P45A51 is issued as a Request for Quotations. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This Request for Quotation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 05-55. Applicable North American Industry Classification standard (NAICS) code is 333611 size 1000 employees. The form, fit and Function of these parts must be exactly compatible with the existing Z-Drive. The contract will be awarded on a firm-fixed-price basis using simplified acquisition procedures in accordance with FAR Part 13.5. Note: No drawings, specifications or schematics are available from this agency. Potential sources other than the OEM with the expertise and required capabilities to manufacture these parts to OEM specifications are invited and encouraged to submit proposals. The following information must be provided to evaluate past performance: evidence of past successful manufacture to OEM specifications of all required parts, for the government, OEM, or secondary market to include evidence of durability and that the parts met normal life cycle expectations without failures. The acquisition is for: 2 EA Z-Drive Seal Set, P/N-D8202363. CLIN #001 2 EA, Z-Drive Seal Set, P/N-D8202363 $___________________ Quotations submitted in response to this solicitation must include: (1) Solicitation number HSCG85-12-Q-P45A51; (2) CLIN number, item name, part number, and unit/extended prices for all CLIN's (3) proposed delivery after receipt of order in calendar days for each CLIN; (4) past performance information as required above (5) verification that each item shall be individually preserved, packaged, marked, bar-coded and shipped surface freight in accordance with best commercial practices; (6) taxpayer identification and Dun & Bradstreet (DUNS) number and Central Contractor Registration (CCR) number; (7) Contractors full name, address, and telephone number. It is the policy of the Coast Guard to issue solicitations and make contract awards in a fair and timely manner. The Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) was established to investigate agency protest issues and resolve them without expensive and time-consuming litigation. OPAP is an independent reviewing authority that is empowered to grant a prevailing protester essentially the same relief as the General Accounting Office (GAO). Interested parties are encouraged to seek resolution of their concerns within the Coast Guard as an Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) forum, rather than filing a protest with the GAO or some external forum. Interested parties may seek resolution of their concerns informally or opt to file a formal agency protest with the contracting officer or Ombudsman. Informal forum with the Ombudsman. Interested parties who believe that Coast Guard procurement is unfair or otherwise defective should first direct their concerns to the cognizant contracting officer. If the contracting officer is unable to satisfy the concerns, the interested party is encouraged to contact the Coast Guard Ombudsman for Agency Protests. Under this informal process, the agency is not required to suspend contract award performance. Use of an informal forum does not suspend any time requirement for filing a protest with the agency or other forum. In order to ensure a timely response, interested parties should provide the following information to the Ombudsman: solicitation/contract number, contracting office, contracting officer, and solicitation closing date (if applicable). Formal Agency Protest with the Ombudsman. Prior to submitting a formal agency protest, protesters must first use their best efforts to resolve their concerns with the contracting officer through open and frank discussions. If the protester's concerns are unresolved, an independent review is available by the Ombudsman. The protester may file a formal agency protest to either the contracting officer or as an alternative to that, the Ombudsman under the OPAP program. Contract award or performance will be suspended during the protest period unless contract award or performance is justified, in writing, for urgent and compelling reasons or is determined in writing to be in the best interest of the Government. The agency's goal is to resolve protests in less than 35 calendar days from the date of filing. Protests shall include the information set forth at FAR 33.103(d)(2). If the protester fails to submit the required information, resolution of the protest may be delayed or the protest may be dismissed. This will not preclude re-filing of the protest to meet the requirement. To be timely, protests must be filed within the period specified in FAR 33.103(e). Formal protests filed under the OPAP program should be forwarded to the address: Commandant (CG-9131), U S Coast Guard, 2100 2nd Street, SW, Stop 7112, Washington, D. C. 20593-7112, Telephone (202) 372-3695.The following FAR clauses apply to this solicitation, and Offerors may obtain full text versions of these clauses electronically at http://www.arnet.gov/far: FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offeror-Commerical Items (JUN 2008). FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items (MAY 2011) with Alt 1 included. FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (JUN 2010) (FAC 2005-42). FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders, Commercial Items (AUG 2011). The following clauses listed in 52.212-5 are incorporated: 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (FEB 1999); 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (E.O. 11246) (MAR 2007) ; 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans (38 U.S.C. 4212) (SEP 2010); 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with disabilities and other eligible veterans (OCT 2010) (29 U.S.C.793); 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans (38 U.S.C. 4212) (SEP 2010); 52.225-1, Buy American Act-Supplies (41 U.S.C. 10a - 10d) (JUN 2003);52.225-13, Restriction on Certain Foreign Purchases (E.O. 12722, 12724, 13059, 13067, 13121, and 13129) (JUN 2008); and 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-Central Contractor Registration (OCT 2003). Closing date/time for submission of quotations is 28 Feb 2012 at 4:00 P.M. Pacific Time. Ensure that in addition to prices, quotes include applicable representations and certifications and all other information required by above incorporated clauses. Submit responses to SFLC CPD C&PD 2 LRE, 1301 Clay Street, Suite 807N, Oakland, CA 94612, Attn: Marilou Ponge. Electronic offers submitted via FAX to (510) 637-5978 or by email to
[email protected] are acceptable and encouraged*****