58--Microphones and Earpieces

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, in conjunction with FAR 13.5, as applicable, and as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; bids are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation number is HSTS05-10-Q-OSO080 and is issued as an invitation for bids (IFB), unless otherwise indicated herein. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2005-44. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 334290 with a small business size standard of 750.00 employees. This requirement is a [ Small Business ] set-aside and only qualified offerors may submit bids. The solicitation pricing on www.FedBid.com will start on the date this solicitation is posted and will end on 2010-08-16 13:30:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com. FOB Destination shall be Arlington, VA 20598 The DHS Transportation Security Administration requires the following items, Brand Name or Equal, to the following: LI 001, Speaker microphone compatible for Motorola XTS 5000 and 2500. See attached specification sheet, 470, EA; LI 002, 3.5mm straight threaded listen only piece assembly for Motorola XTS Series Radio with audio limiter and bud pull off resistant elbow, rubber ear bud and conical pins. See photo on attached specification sheet., 330, EA; LI 003, 3.5mm listen only half moon ear assembly that penetrates a users ear canal. See photo on attached specification sheet., 470, EA; Solicitation and Buy Attachments ***Question Submission: Interested offerors must submit any questions concerning the solicitation at the earliest time possible to enable the Buyer to respond. Questions must be submitted by using the 'Submit a Question' feature at www.fedbid.com. Questions not received within a reasonable time prior to close of the solicitation may not be considered.*** For this solicitation, DHS Transportation Security Administration intends to conduct an online competitive reverse auction to be facilitated by the third-party reverse auction provider, FedBid, Inc. FedBid has developed an online, anonymous, browser based application to conduct the reverse auction. An Offeror may submit a series of pricing bids, which descend in price during the specified period of time for the aforementioned reverse auction. DHS Transportation Security Administration is taking this action in an effort to improve both vendor access and awareness of requests and the agency's ability to gather multiple, competed, real-time bids. All responsible Offerors that respond to this solicitation MUST submit the pricing portion of their bid using the online exchange located at www.FedBid.com. There is no cost to register, review procurement data or make a bid on www.FedBid.com. Offerors that are not currently registered to use www.FedBid.com should proceed to www.FedBid.com to complete their free registration. Offerors that require special considerations or assistance may contact the FedBid Helpdesk at 877-9FEDBID (+1 (555) 000-0000) or via email at contact@example.gov. Offerors may not artificially manipulate the price of a transaction on www.FedBid.com by any means. It is unacceptable to place bad faith bids, to use decoys in the www.FedBid.com process or to collude with the intent or effect of hampering the competitive www.FedBid.com process. Should offerors require additional clarification, notify the point of contact or FedBid at 877-9FEDBID (+1 (555) 000-0000) or contact@example.gov. Use of FedBid: Buyers and Sellers agree to conduct this transaction through FedBid in compliance with the FedBid Terms of Use. Failure to comply with the below terms and conditions may result in offer being determined as non-responsive. In the event this procurement is a total small business set-aside, the following shall apply: For small business set-asides other than for construction or services, any concern proposing to furnish a product that it did not itself manufacture must furnish the product of a small business manufacturer unless the SBA has granted either a waiver or exception to the nonmanufacturer rule. In industries where the SBA finds that there are no small business manufacturers, it may issue a waiver to the nonmanufacturer rule. In addition, SBA has excepted procurements processed under simplified acquisition procedures, where the anticipated cost of the procurement will not exceed $25,000, from the nonmanufacturer rule. Waivers permit small businesses to provide any firm's product. Please see FAR 19.502-2 for more information and exceptions. For this procurement, the associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is__________with a small business size standard of_________ employees / average annual receipts." CCR Requirement - Company must be registered on Central Contractor Registration (CCR) before an award could be made to them. If company is not registered in CCR, they may do so by going to CCR web site at http://www.ccr.gov. In addition to providing pricing at www.FedBid.com for this solicitation, each Offeror must provide any required, NON-PRICING responses (e.g. technical proposal, representations and certifications, etc.) directly to contact@example.gov (NOT THROUGH FEDBID.COM) so that they are received at that email address no later than the closing date and time for this solicitation. The vendor shall direct ship product FOB Destination to TSA airport locations as specified on Attachment 1. The Transportation Security Administration is exempt of sales tax is not required to file a tax exemption form to achieve tax exempt status. Transportation Security Administration FEIN# 80-0038533 See Attachment 1 TSA Airport Locations The vendor shall direct ship product FOB Destination to TSA airport locations as specified on Attachment 1. See attached Terms and Conditions that relate to this solicitation and will become effective upon Award. New equipment ONLY, NO remanufactured products. Provide product specifications with quotation. Bid MUST be good for 30 calendar days after submission. No partial shipments unless otherwise specified. FOB Destination (1Q)- We have been unable to source the requested items from only the descriptions given. Could you please provide brand and model number information? (1A)- No specific manufacturer's product is required. However,we have in stock WaveBand accessories with reference numbers of WX-80004 Public Safety Speaker Microphone; WX-10004 coiled cord 3.5mm straight threaded listen only piece..; and W-Scorpion 3.5mm listen only half moon ear assembly.