2011 Freightliner Sprinter

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is hereby issuing this combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and an additional written solicitation will not be issued. This notice, for the purchase of one brand new, less than 100 miles in odometer, 2011 [or newer model year], 3500 Freightliner Sprinter Cargo Van, 170" WB EXT is hereby issued as RFQ# FCU-2121115912. This combined synopsis and solicitation is a Firm-Fixed Price requirement that will be awarded to the dealership(s) offering the best value to the Government, lowest price, technically acceptable vehicles with past performance, delivery / setup fees, and other factors considered. The NAICS code for this acquisition is 441110 with a small business size standard of $29,000,000. This synopsis and solicitation is supplemented by the following mandatory minimum requirements for the required vehicle: a high ceiling roof; power door locks operated via remote; maximum payload of 4800 lbs or more; interior height of 76 inches or more; cargo volume of 545 cubic feet or more; cargo bed length of 185 inches; diesel engine; brake assistance; ASC traction control; 4 wheel anti-lock brakes; electronic brake force distribution; passenger side sliding van door; rear swing-out van doors; 270 degree opening rear load doors; 220amp alternator; 100 amp/hr battery; turbo-charger; SCR diesel emissions control system; roadside assistance warranty for 36000 miles /36 months; AM/FM radio; front and rear mudguards; automatic climate control; interior load light; driver and passenger side airbags; keyless entry operated via key fob; cloth seats; tilt steering column; cargo area tie-downs; front overhead and lower console storage; front stabilizer bar; manually interactive automatic transmission; SBRLT215/85R16 all season tires. The above specifications are the only ones being issued. Standard Factory warranties are requested for all vehicles and must be included in the price offered. Acceptable vehicle colors include black blue and black. FBI will not pay for this vehicle in advance. Successful offeror must deliver complete vehicle, title and any documentation required to register the vehicle prior to submission of invoice documents. All interested parties, that are willing and able to satisfy this requirement with a vehicle delivery on or before November 7, 2011, must submit a Firm Fixed Price quote along with vehicle specs offered, by 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time [United States] on September 7, 2011. All questions in writing are due on August 29, 2011, answers will be provided in an amendment form on September 1, 2011. All quotes must include, the numerical price offered [including any miscellaneous and registration expenses], all warranty information available, vehicle mileage and a completed and signed SF-1449 form [which can be found in the Forms Library at http://www.gsa.gov, ]. OFFERS AND QUESTIONS shall be E-Mailed to the Government Contracting Officer [ONLY] at manuel.goyonaga@ic.fbi.gov. on or before the time and date specified above. If shipping is required, the dealership shall deliver the purchased vehicle to zip code 20781. The Government holds the right to pick up the vehicle if this is a more viable and desirable option. This synopsis and solicitation document along with all incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-53. The following FAR clauses are incorporated by reference and apply to this acquisition: 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items. (JUN 2008); 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (JUN 2010) and 52.212 5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Commercial Items (AUG 2011). Each offeror shall include a completed copy of the FAR provisions at 52.212-3, Offeror Representation and Certifications (MAY 2011) with its offer. Offerors will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items (JAN 1999). The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: Technical ability to meet the requirement; The Price offered for the vehicle; The past performance, shipping and delivery costs, all in descending order of importance. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. Offeror MUST be registered in accordance with FAR clause 52.204-7 Central Contractor Registry (APR 2008) in order to qualify for contract award. This acquisition is being conducted by Manuel Goyonaga, Contract Specialist, FBI headquarters, 935 Pennsylvania Avenue NW. Washington DC 20535, Room 6329.