AMENDMENT NOTICE: 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 HSHQDC-09-Q-00394A 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 2005-34. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 446130 with a small business size standard of $7.00M. 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 2009-09-23 11:00:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com. FOB Destination shall be Washington, DC 20598 The DHS Office of Procurement Operations requires the following items, Meet or Exceed, to the following: LI 001, Binoculars Specifications: a. Black in colorb. Waterproof & Anti-Fog Proofc. Aluminum housing w/ Rubber Armor Coated (shock resistant) d. Rain guard & Cary case or Bag includede. Minimal 10 yr limited Warrantyf. Light weight design for rugged outdoor use: 10-20 oz rangeg. Large center focus capable for one-hand operation and with glovesh. Green lens to enhance visibility, filter out haze and foliage in order to amplify visibility of subject or object.i. Multi-coated lensj. Range or Field-Of-View (FOV) option/s: i. 1000 yards is 289ft or ii. 1000 yards is 369ft or iii. 1000 yards is 340ftk. Optics Requirement/s: i. 10x26 or ii. 8x22 oriii. 10x50l. Compact design m. Forgiving Eye Relief for use with or without glassesn. Made in America, 88, EA; LI 002, Spot-Light Specifications: a. 80,000 or more Candlepower (CP)b. 9 (+) hour run time (minimal) per chargec. Rechargeable (Mandatory) d. DC & AC charger connectors/cords included (non-hardwire system)i. DC 12 Voltsii. AC 110 Voltse. Rechargeable Battery includedf. Multiple modes of operation (ex: steady or blinking)g. Color options Black or Orange h. Rechargeable up to 1,000 times i. Wall or vehicle mountable with a quick release locking system (included)j. Weight = Between 7 & 9 pounds k. NFPA Approvedl. High clearance handle for ease of use with glovesm. Carry Strap n. Non-Slip carry handleo. Made in America, 88, EA; For this solicitation, DHS Office of Procurement Operations 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 Office of Procurement Operations 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. New Equipment ONLY; NO remanufactured or "gray market" items. All items must be covered by the manufacturer's warranty. Bid MUST be good for 30 calendar days after close of Buy. Shipping must be free on board (FOB) destination CONUS (Continental U.S.), which means that the seller must deliver the goods on its conveyance at the destination specified by the buyer, and the seller is responsible for the cost of shipping and risk of loss prior to actual delivery at the specified destination. Offeror must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database before an award can be made to them. If the offeror is not registered in the CCR, it may do so through the CCR website at http://www.ccr.gov. The selected Offeror must comply with the following commercial item terms and conditions, which are incorporated herein by reference: FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition; FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items - the selected offeror must submit a completed copy of the listed representations and certifications; 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, paragraph (a) and the following clauses in paragraph (b): 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-35, 52.222-36, 52.222-37, 52.225-13, 52.232-34. The full text of the referenced FAR clauses may be accessed electronically at http://www.acqnet.gov/far.
