81 -- Custom fitted Cases for STE and Base Stations

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. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Purchase Request number is F3ATP27123A100 as a Request for Quote (RFQ) using Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-16. The applicable North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) is 316991 and the size standard is 500 employees. The Government intends to issue a firm fixed-price purchase order for the purchase of the following: Change from 25 EA to 30 EA- Custom fitted cases for (Now 5 per container)L-3 Communications Secure Telephone Equipment (STE); 39 EA- Custom fitted cases for 2 XTS 5000 Base Stations; 15 EA- Custom fitted cases for 20 XTS 5000 LMR and 40 Batteries; 45 EA- Custom fitted cases for 2 XTS 5000 6 port multichargers; 10 EA Custom fitted cases for 10 XTS 5000 single chargers. All are required to meet the following specifications: Meet MIL-STD-810, (Delete MIL-STD-2073, ASTM 4169 and DC 18 ATA) compliant for air transport; Corrosion and chemical resistant exterior and hardware; Seam free rotomolded polyethylene shell with corners and edges molded 10-20% thicker than flat surfaces(add and/or Injection molded); Air tight gasketed tounge-in-groove parting line with relief valve; (Remove-Wing quarter turn fasteners molded-in hardware attachments); Interlocking male to female ribs to remain stable when stacked; Color is uniform throughout case walls; Lock ready for security; Custom fitted foam cushioned interior. (Add Wheels and handles for transport). Questions should be submitted in writing via below fax number or emailed to chad.walton@mcguire.af.mil. The following clauses and provisions are incorporated and are to remain in full force in any resultant purchase order: The provisions at FAR 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998), FAR 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (June 2003), FAR 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting (Dec 1996), FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors, Commercial Items (Sept 2006), and FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications--Commercial Items (Nov 2006). The clauses at FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998), FAR 52.204-7 Central Contractor Registration; with 252.204-7004 ALT A (July 2006) FAR 52.209-6 Protecting the Government?s Interest when Subcontracting With Contractors Debarred, Suspended or Proposed for Debarment (Sept 2006), FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items (Feb 2007), and FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders--Commercial Items (Mar 2007) apply to this acquisition; under para (b), the following clauses are incorporated: FAR 52.222-3 Convict Labor (Jun 2003) (14) FAR 52.222-19 Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (Jan 2006) (15) FAR 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (Feb 1999), (16) FAR 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (Apr 2002), (17) FAR 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam ERA and Other Eligible Veterans (Dec 2001), (18) FAR 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities (Jun 1998), (19) FAR 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era and Other Eligible Veterans (Sept 2006), (24) FAR 52.225-13 Restriction on Certain Foreign Purchases (Sept 2006), (25) 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer--Central Contractor Registration (Oct 2003); FAR 52.247-34 F.O.B. Destination (Nov 1991), FAR 52.237-1 Site Visit (Apr 1984), DFAR 252-204-7003 Control of Government Personnel Work Product (Apr 1992), DFAR 252.212-7001 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items (Apr 2007); under para (b), the following clauses are incorporated: DFAR 252.225-7001 Buy American Act and Balance of Payment Program (Jun 2005), DFAR 252.232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests (Mar 2007), DFAR 252.247-7023 Transportation of Supplies by Sea (May 2002) (Alt III) (May 2000); and DFAR 252.243-7001 Pricing of Contract Modifications (Dec 1991). AFFARS 5352.223-9001 Health and Safety on Government Installations and 5352.201-9101 Ombudsman (Aug 2005) applies.SITE VISIT: 6 June 2007, 10:00 AM. MEETING LOCATION: CONTRACTING SQUADRON/2402 VANDENBERG AVENUE/MCGUIRE AFB NJ. ALL INTERESTED PARTIES ARE INVITED TO INSPECT THE ITEMS THE CASES WILL PROTECT. (LIMIT 2 REPRESENTATIVES PER COMPANY.) PLEASE FURNISH THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION TO THE CONTRACTING OFFICE NOT LATER THAN 5 JUNE 2007 IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND THE SITE VISIT: (THIS INFORMATION MAY BE FAXED TO (609)754-4642.) REPRESENTATIVE?S NAME COMPANY COMPANY?S ADDRESS SSAN* DRIVER?S LICENSE NUMBER AND STATE WHERE LICENSE WAS ISSUED* (*This information is for official use only and will be used by Security Forces personnel to prepare passes for access to base A due date for offers will be 4:30PM, eastern standard time, 14 June 2007. Submit the following items with the quotations: 1) Pricing Schedule, 2) Estimated Delivery Date 3) Completed Representations and Certificationss as required in FAR 52.212-3. Offers may be mailed to 305th Contracting Squadron, 2402 Vandenberg Ave, McGuire AFB NJ 08641 or faxed to 609-754-4642, ATTN: SSgt Walton, or emailed to chad.walton@mcguire.af.mil. Reference the Purchase Request number. Please email or fax any questions/comments to SSgt Walton(fax and email information above).