61 -- Ultra Maxx Battery Chargers

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 12.6 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotes are being requested and a written document will not be issued. HSCG38-07-Q-500016 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).The incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-15. The applicable NACIS number is 335999 and the small business size standard is 500 employees. This procurement is unrestricted. The purchase order will be awarded using Simplified Acquisition Procedures in accordance with FAR Part 13 for the following items: The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has a requirement for 8 battery chargers and 8 wall mounting brackets for proper mounting of the chargers. The chargers will be used on MX4 electric medium duty tow tractors manufactured by TUG technologies. The charger works in concert with the Battery Identification Device (BID) that is installed on the DEKA 80 volt battery installed in the MX4 electric tow tractor at manufacture. The battery charger shall have the capability of accepting 208, 240, and 480 line voltage input power which is a feature that is required because facility power available at USCG Air Stations varies from one unit to the other. Each individual charger shall be set up for the appropriate line voltage input power depending on which unit is to receive the charger. The charger and the BID work together to identify the battery being charged, maintains a charging record, identifies each charge cycle to a specific battery, automatically monitors battery temperature during charge to adjust the charging voltage to maximize battery life (opportunity charging) and charges 20% charged batteries up to 80% charge in 3 hours or less (essential at Air Stations where equipment must be ready 24/7/365) to respond to Search And Rescue (SAR) cases and other emergencies. Clin # 1: Part # 555T3-40UM, Ultra Maxx Battery Charger going to the following Air Stations; USCG Air Station Group, Atlantic City, NJ, QTY 2 each; USCG Air Station Houston, TX, QTY 2 each; USCG Air Station San Diego, CA QTY 1 each; USCG Air Station Elizabeth City, NC, QTY 1 each; USCG Hitron Hanger 13, Jacksonville, FL, QTY 2 each. Clin # 2 Part 390850-002, Wall Mounting Bracket Kit going to the same units as the battery chargers in the same quantity. Delivery shall take place no later than July 1, 2007. Used, reconditioned, overhauled, or remanufactured material is not acceptable. Drawings are not available and cannot be furnished by the U. S. Coast Guard. Packaging, packing and preservation shall be in accordance with best commercial practices to enable shipment to destination. All items shall be individually packaged and labeled. Labeling shall include the appropriate Part Number, Stock Number, Nomenclature, Purchase Order Number and Line Item Number. Labeling data shall be attached to the outside of the shipping container. Packaging material shall not consist of popcorn, shredded paper, Styrofoam of any type, or peanut packaging. Internal packing material shall be sufficient to prevent damage during shipment, handling and storage. Bar coding is not required. DELIVERY: shall be as noted above. Inspection and acceptance shall be performed at destinations by receiving personnel for count and condition only. The following FAR Subpart 12 provision and clauses are incorporated by reference: Far 52.212.1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items (SEP 2006). Facsimile or e-mail quotes are acceptable and may be faxed to +1 (555) 000-0000 or e-mailed to contact@example.gov. The closing date for receipt of quotes is April 5, 2007. Quotes may be F.O.B. Destination or F.O.B. Origin, freight prepaid. F.O.B. Origin, freight prepaid quotes must include shipping prices for the purpose of evaluating quotes to determine lowest overall cost to the Government and to be considered responsive. Quote may be submitted on company letterhead stationary and must include the following information: Solicitation number, Nomenclature, Part Number, National stock Number, Unit Price, Extended Price, Payment terms and offered for prompt payment, shipping costs and must include the required FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications Commercial Items (NOV 2006) of which copies can be obtained by downloading the document from www.arnet.gov/far/, by e-mail request to contact@example.gov or by calling the agency. All responsible sources may submit an offer which shall be considered. Contractors must have a valid Cage Code and DUNS Number and be registered with CCR. For information regarding this RFQ contact Linda Stulick at +1 (555) 000-0000 or contact@example.gov or mail Linda Stulick Purchasing Agent, U. S. Coast Guard, ARSC. EISD, Procurement Office, Bldg 78, Elizabeth City, NC 27909-5001. FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items (Jan 1999), para (a) technical acceptability, delivery price and past performance. Technical acceptability when combined are more important than price and past performance. FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items (NOV 2006). Offerors shall include a completed copy of this provision with offer or complete only paragraph (j) of the provision if the offeror has completed the annual representations and certifications electronically at http://orca.bpn.gov. If an offeror has not completed the annual representations and certifications electronically at the ORCA website, the offeror shall complete only paragraphs (b) through (i) of this provision. FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Items (Feb 2007) with the following addenda: FAR 52.211-14 Notice of Priority Rating for National Defense Use (SEP 1990) DO-A1, FAR 52.247-45 F.O.B. 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