53 -- SELF INDICATING SMART BOLTS

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 and in accordance with the simplified acquisition procedures authorized in FAR Part 13 (not to exceed $100,000). This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The Request for Quotes (RFQ) number is NWWG940710603KAR. NAICS Code: 332722. Small Business Size Standard: 500 Employees. The U. S. Department of Commerce, National Weather Service (NWS), Radar Operations Center (ROC), has a requirement to purchase self indicating smart bolts. These bolts will be used to anchor a twenty-nine foot antenna and must withstand the extreme weather elements. The bolts should provide an unambiguous load indication that requires minimal action to attain. The following specifications are required to meet our needs:1) Grade 8 bolts 2) Corrosion Resistant 3) Provides load indication without use of tools or other equipment 4) Accuracy within 5% of specified load value 5) Required sizes: a) 3/4-16 x 3 1/2 **QUANTITY OF 1800 EACH** b) 1 x 8 x 4 **QUANTITY OF 240 EACH** 6) Desired torques: a) 3 bolts calibrated to 36.4 Klbs b) 4 bolts calibrated to 27.3 Klbs 7) Must indicate at least a 10% decrease from preload torque values. 8) The product should be capable of reliable operation in a harsh environment which includes temperature extremes, moisture, humidity, vibration, and risk of forceful contact by heavy objects. 9) At the vendor's expense, a sample of each bolt must be submitted to the Contracting Officer before May 1, 2007 for the Government's evaluation. All technical questions must be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer by fax or by e-mail before April 27, 2007. The required delivery is within 12 weeks after receipt of order and shall be made F.O. B. Destination to NWS, ROC, 1200 Westheimer Drive, Norman, OK 73069. You may submit your quote by e-mail (contact@example.gov), or by fax (+1 (555) 000-0000). Samples should be submitted to: Department of Commerce, NOAA, MRAD, Attention: Kelly Rima, MC3, 325 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80305-3328. Quotes and samples must be received on or before close of business May 1, 2007. Please include delivery schedule, business size, and Dun and Bradstreet Number on your quote. Vendors must also be registered with the Central Contractor Registry (CCR) at www.ccr.gov. The following provisions and clauses shall apply to this solicitation: FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial, applies to this acquisition; FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items - Offerors must include a completed copy of Offeror Representations and Certifications along with the offer; 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, applies to this acquisition.