10 -- TRIGGERGUARD AND OPTICAL PLATFORM ASSY FOR M40A3 SNIPER RIFLE

This notice is a combined synopsis/solicitation on behalf of the Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC) for the procurement of Triggerguard and Optical Platform Assembly for M40A3 SNIPER RIFLE in accordance with FAR part 12.6 for commercial items as defined in FAR Part 2.1, and as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. The following represents the governments intended parts list with quantities covered by this solicitation: (1)Recoil Lug, Qty-60 each (2)Triggerguard, Qty-135 each (3)Triggerguard Floorplate,Qty-33 each (4)Triggerguard Latch, Qty-33 each (5)Triggerguard Spring, Qty-33 each (6)Triggerguard Pin (Rear), Qty-33 each (7)Triggerguard Pin (Front), Qty-33 each (8)Optical Platform, Qty-30 each (9)Optical Platform Screw, Qty-314 each The effort is being procured utilizing full and open, best value competition. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation M67854-05-R-1020 is a Request for Proposal (RFP) and incorporated provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2001-24 and Defense Acquisition Circular. The Government anticipates issuing a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract to the successful offeror that represents the lowest price/technically acceptable offer. The Federal Acquisition Regulation 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items applies. Offerors shall submit a combined technical/business proposal as an element of their offer. Offerors shall not submit more than one (1) offer in response to this solicitation. An original and two (2) copies of the offer are required. Offerors must submit Contractor Name, Address, DUNS, Cage Code, and Tax Identification Number (TIN). Offerors may use product literature in their technical proposals; however, any ambiguities noted in the technical capability of the products may have an adverse impact on your evaluation. The proposal shall be specific, detailed, and comprehensive enough to enable technical personnel to make a thorough evaluation of its contents. The business proposal shall ensure that all elements of the Schedule of Supplies, corresponding tables, delivery schedules and appropriate representations and certifications are completed. Offerors should read the terms and conditions of this solicitation carefully and refer any questions to the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO). Proposals shall be prepared using Arial or Times New Roman 11-point font style on 8x11inch white paper. Tables and illustrations may use a reduced font style, not less than 8 points. Foldouts are not allowed. All material submitted may be single-spaced. Offerors should ensure that each page provides identification of the submitting Offeror in the header or footer. Page count for the combined business proposal shall not exceed 10 total pages, inclusive of product literature. To supplement their written proposal, Offerors may provide a CD-ROM with supporting information that illustrates the degree of compliance, quality, safety, and reliability. There is no limitation for the content of the CD-ROM, however all material provided through this medium shall be appropriately referenced in the written proposal, the CD-ROM shall not be considered a stand-alone element of the offer. To support their business offer, Offerors are requested to submit electronic pricing workups (e.g., Schedule of Supplies) (e.g., MS Excel) inclusive of formulas, also on the CD-ROM. If conflicts arise between the material presented in the proposal and the CD-ROM, the precedence for consideration shall be with the written material. Sealed offers for the items to be provided shall be hand-carried or express mailed via UPS or Federal Express to arrive at the following location no later than 1:00 PM (EST) 3 February 2005 ; COMMANDING GENERAL, Attn: Larry Gillman, IWS-LDG, MARCORSYSCOM, 2200 Lester Street, Quantico, VA 22134-6050. NOTE: Offerors are advised that proposals sent by conventional US Mail Service are not routed to the above address. Proposal Content: Describe your ability to currently meet the performance requirements stated in the Purchase Description for Triggerguard and Optical Platform Assembly for M40A3 SNIPER RIFLE. Ensure that your stated response addresses any specific commercial, or extended warranty provisions. A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful Offeror with the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the Offers specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations.