65--619-18-2-490-0036-COMMODITIES: NUTRITION COOLER Reach in

Reach-in Refrigerators This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6 and/or 8.4, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will also be attached. The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals. All proposals must be received prior to 4:00pm EST on April 20, 2018. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. NAICS code is 423740. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005-72 effective January 30, 2014. The Montgomery VAMC has a requirement for the following items: 1 EACH REACH-IN REFRIGERATOR - 3-section True Food Service Equipment Model No. T-72G-HC\R\FGD01 or Equivalent: glass doors, (3) glass doors, stainless steel front, aluminum sides, clear coated aluminum interior with stainless steel floor, (9) adjustable PVC-coated wire shelves, LED interior lighting, 4" castors, R290 Hydrocarbon refrigerant, 3/4 HP, 115v/60/1, 6.9 amps, NEMA 5-15P, cULus, UL EPH Classified, CE, MADE IN US; Self-contained refrigeration standard; minimum Warranty - 5 year compressor (self-contained only); 4" Swivel castors, standard; minimum Warranty - 3 year parts and labor; Left door hinged left, center & right doors hinged right, standard. 2 EACH REACH-IN REFRIGERATOR - one-section True Food Service Equipment Model No. T-12G-LD or Equivalent: glass door, stainless steel front, aluminum sides, clear coated aluminum interior with stainless steel floor, (3) adjustable PVC-coated wire shelves, LED interior lighting, leg levelers, 1/5 HP, 115v/60/1, 5.0 amps, NEMA 5-15P, UL, CSA, UL EPH Classified, CE, MADE IN USA; Self-contained refrigeration standard; minimum Warranty - 5 year compressor (self-contained only); Leg levelers, standard; minimum Warranty - 3 year parts and labor; Door hinged right standard. Potential vendors are to complete the attached RFQ document and submit an itemized quote as well as submit sufficient supporting documentation which details product specifications. This supporting documentation will be used to determine whether or not the quoted items meet the requirements of the solicitation. Information about current or previous vendors providing this/these or similar services such as; Contract Information, Vendor Name, Contract Number, Pricing, etc. WILL NOT be provided to potential bidders. RFQ Response Requirements and Information 1) This is a brand name or equal procurement. 2) Vendors must complete the VA issued RFQ in order to be considered for award. A vendor provided quote, proposal or attachment is not acceptable as a bid offer. 3) Only one award will be made to one vendor that can provide all items/services at the LOWEST PRICE TECHNICALLY ACCEPTABLE. 4) Please provide pictures and specifications if you are not offering EXACTLY what the government is requesting. 5) All RFQ responses must include all associated fees such as; Shipping, Delivery, Administration and delivery if required. See Statement of Work and other attachments for more detail if included. 6) All questions must be addressed by email no later than 36 hours prior to the closing date. Quotes are due no later than 4:00PM EST, April 20, 2018. Telephone calls will not be accepted. All quotes are to be sent electronically to contact@example.gov Tier Evaluations Technically Acceptable Low offer (Tiered Evaluation including small business concerns*) If providing an or equal clearly indicate in your offer, the product to be provided and provide product information to the Government to demonstrate that the proposed item (s) fully meet the salient characteristics requirements listed in the solicitation. Unless the offer clearly indicates that an "or equal" product is being offered, the offeror shall be considered as offering a brand name product referenced in the solicitation. SOLICITATION NOTICE OF TIERED EVALUATIONS* This procurement is set-aside based on an order of priority as established in 38 U.S.C. 8127. *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. Tiered Evaluation Process: 1) Evaluate the offers, if any, submitted by SDVOSB concerns. If no offers were submitted by SDVOSB concerns, or if none of the offers would result in award at a fair and reasonable price that offers best value to the United States, withdraw the SDVOSB set-aside and proceed to the set-aside for VOSB concerns. 2) Evaluate the offers, if any, submitted by VOSB concerns. If no offers were submitted by VOSB concerns, or if none of the offers would result in award at a fair and reasonable price that offers best value to the United States, withdraw the VOSB set-aside, and proceed to the set- aside for other small business concerns set forth in each sub sequent tier. 3) Evaluate the offers, if any, submitted by other small business concerns with HUBZone small business concerns and 8(a) participants having priority. If no offers were submitted by other small business concerns, or if none of the offers would result in award at a fair and reasonable price that offers best value to the United States, cancel the solicitation. SDVOSB and VOSB must be listed on www.vetbiz.gov website.