30--Hyster Fortis H50FT Forklift Willamette National Cemetery TIERED EVALUATIONS

RFP FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS GENERAL INFORMATION Document Type: Combined Synopsis Solicitation Solicitation Number: 36C78619Q0343 Post Date: 07/31/2019 Original Response Date: 08/6/2019 at 2:00 pm EST Applicable NAICS: 333924 Classification Code: 3040 Set Aside Type: Tiered Evaluations Period of Performance: 30 60 days ARO Issuing Contracting Office: Department of Veterans Affairs National Cemetery Administration, Contract Services 18434 Joplin Road Triangle, VA 22172 Place of Performance: Willamette National Cemetery 11800 S.E. Mt. Scott Blvd. Portland, OR 97086-6937 This is a 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; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation is issued as a Request for Proposal (RFP), solicitation number 36C78619Q0343 This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2019-03 Effective July 12, 2019. The applicable North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 333924, with a business size standard of 750 employees. This item is on the SBA s Non-manufacturer waiver list. This notice shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to ultimately award a purchase order, nor does it restrict the Government to a particular acquisition approach. TIERED EVALUATIONS INCLUDING SMALL BUSINESS CONCERNS: This solicitation is being issued as a tiered evaluation for SDVOSB concerns, or in the alternative, a tiered evaluation for VOSB concerns, or in the alternative, a set-aside for other small business concerns with HUBZone small business concerns and 8(a) participants having priority. If award cannot be made, the solicitation will be cancelled and the requirement resolicited. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, National Cemetery Administration, anticipates the award of a Firm Fixed Priced Purchase Order. Questions pertaining to this announcement shall be sent by email to contact@example.gov. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. Model: Hyster® FORTIS H50FT Lift Truck - 5,000 lb Nominal Capacity, Class V with Side Shifting Fork Positioner FOB Destination 1 Powertrain: Brakes - Self Energizing Drum; Engine - Kubota 2.4L Turbo Diesel (57hp/43kW) EPA/CARB Tier 4 Final Emissions Certified Electronically Controlled Powershift 1-Speed Transmission Powertrain Options included: High Air Intake; Counterweight Rear Exhaust ; Single Pedal Inch/Brake Arrangement; Heavy Duty Anti-Clog Radiator; Key Switch Start; UL Label - Classification Type D Powertrain Accessories: System Monitoring Mast: 3-Stage Full Free Lift Mast, 189" Maximum Lift Height Mast Tilt - 6° Forward / 6° Back Carriages & Attachments: 42" (1067mm) Wide - Class II - Hook Type Carriage; 48" (1220mm) High Load Backrest Extension: Forks 48" Long x 1.6" Thick x 3.9" Wide (1220mm x 40mm x 100mm) - Class II Hook Type - Standard Taper Forks Hydraulics: 4 Function (2 Auxiliary) Hydraulic Control Valve Mechanical Lever Hydraulic Controls - Cowl Mounted Hoses; 2 Auxiliary Function Hose Group - 4 Hoses Internally Mounted; Hydraulic Attachment Extension Tubes - 2 Pair - 1 Pair Mounted on Upper Right Side of Carriage - Plumbed to the 3rd Function and 1 Pair Mounted on Upper Left Side of Carriage - Plumbed to the 4th Function Wheels & Tires: Drive Tires - 28 x 9 - Pneumatic Shaped Solid (PSS) - Standard Tread Width Steer Tires - 6.50 x 10 - Pneumatic Shaped Solid Operator Compartment: 86" (2185mm) Overhead Guard - Grid Style Directional Control: MONOTROL® Directional Control Pedal steering Wheel with Integral Spinner Knob Seat: Seat Belt - Black - No-Cinch with ELR (Emergency Locking Retractor) Full-Suspension Vinyl Seat Chassis Options: Fully Enclosed Hood and Side Panels - Non-Vented Lights & Alarms Audible Alarm - Reverse Direction Activated - Self-Adjusting 82-102 dB(A) Visible Alarm - Amber LED Strobe - Keyswitch Activated - Does Not Increase Truck Height Work Lights - Halogen Glass Lens - 2 Front and 1 Rear - Rear Combination Lights - LED - 2 Brake / Tail / Back-up Warranty: 12 Months / 2,000 Hours Manufacturer's Warranty, 36 Months / 6,000 Hours Powertrain Warranty; please see full Warranty Statement for additional details. Literature & Nameplate: English Literature Pack and Labels Fees & Surcharges Freight FOB Destination Fees & Surcharges included in price not separately priced Tariff Tariff Surcharge included in price not separately priced Quoted price must include installation of all options and delivery. Submission of Proposals: - All proposals must be submitted through the Department of Veterans Affairs Electronic Management System (eCMS) Vendor Portal website to be considered for Award. VENDOR PORTAL USAGE INFORMATION: The Vendor Portal is a module of the Electronic Contract Management System (eCMS) that serves as a central location that allows for communication between VA Acquisition Staff and potential vendors. Vendors will need to visit the Vendor Portal (https://www.vendorportal.ecms.va.gov) to register. In the event an Offeror is unable to register for a user account and/or submit a proposal through the Vendor Portal prior to the proposal closing date, the vendor is to contact the VAAS helpdesk at +1 (555) 000-0000, or via email at contact@example.gov. If the deadline hits as you are uploading your documents, the portal will shut without giving notice it is doing so. The upload appears to be happening however, it never finishes. Once registered, vendors will be able to access/edit their profile, view solicitations/awards and submit bids/proposals as instructed. Vendors can submit questions via the Vendor Portal which can be answered directly within the Vendor Portal. Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses The full text of FAR/VAAR provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at http://acquisition.gov/comp/far/index.html. https://www.va.gov/oal/library/vaar/ The following solicitation provisions apply to this acquisition: FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors Commercial Items (Oct 2018) FAR 52.204-7 System for Award Management (Oct 2018) FAR 52.204-16 Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting (JUL 2016) Offerors must complete annual representations and certifications on-line at http://orca.bpn.gov in accordance with FAR 52.212-3 Offerors Representations and Certifications Commercial Items. (Oct 2018) If paragraph (j) of the provision is applicable, a written submission is required. The following solicitation clauses apply to this acquisition: The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Items (OCT 2018) applies to this acquisition. Addendum to FAR clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Items (OCT 2018): FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) http://www.acquisition.gov/far/index.html (FAR) http://www.va.gov/oal/library/vaar/index.asp (VAAR) FAR 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance (OCT 2018) FAR 52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance (JUL 2016) FAR 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (Dec 2013) VAAR 852.203-70 Commercial Advertising (May 2018) VAAR 852.211-70 Equipment Operation and Maintenance Manuals (Nov 2018) VAAR 852.232-72 Electronic Submission of Payments Requests (Nov 2018) VAAR 852.237-70 Contractor Responsibilities (Apr 1984) The clause at 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders (MAY 2019) applies to this acquisition. End of Addenda