DRYSUIT VALVES

(I) 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 and in accordance with the simplified acquisition procedures authorized in FAR Part 13. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. (II) This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). Submit written quotes on RFQ Number NMAN8700-16-00521DT. (III) The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-86. (IV) This procurement is unrestricted and open to all sources. The associated NAICS code is 339920. The small business size standard is 500 employees. (V) This combined solicitation/synopsis is for purchase of the following commercial item(s): CLIN 0001 Part # 11335 - Si Tech ARGO exhaust valve High flow 300 ea.: - Star lid - Ratchet action - Large guide ridge - Anti-friction washer CLIN 0002 Part # 25210 - Si Tech SHELL inflation valve 300 ea.: - international nipple, with cover - low push button - 360 swivel - Large guide ridge - Anti-friction washer CLIN 0003 Part #18222 - attachment tool, triple function 20 pairs (VI) Description of requirements is as follows: This is a "Brand Name" requirement for Si Tech brand drysuit valves. They are the valves used by all the manufacturers' of the drysuits used throughout the NOAA Diving Program. To maintain the integrity of the suits and the warranty, all repair or service parts must consistent with the original parts used on the suites. No other brands may be used. Use of non-manufacturer approved parts could result in equipment malfunction and compromise the safety of the diver. (VII) Delivery shall be FOB Destination to NOAA Diving Program, MOPX4, 7600 Sand Pt. Way NE, Bldg. 8, Seattle, WA 98115-6349 within 8 weeks after receipt of the order (ARO). (VIII) FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial Items (OCT 2015), applies to this acquisition. NOTICE TO OFFERORS: Instructions for submitting quotations under this request for quote must be followed. Failure to provide all information to aid in the evaluation may be considered non-responsive. Offers that are non-responsive may be excluded from further evaluation and rejected without further notification to the offeror. Enter specific Instructions below 1. Quotes shall be fully executed and returned on the Standard Form (SF) 18 and any acknowledgements of solicitation amendments on the SF 30. 2. Submit quotations to the office specified in this solicitation at or before the time specified in the solicitation. Email quotes are acceptable and can be sent to contact@example.gov. 3. At a minimum the contractor shall provide the following information: a) Point of contact name, telephone and E-mail address. b) DUNS Number (IX) Offers will be evaluated solely on price. The Government intends to award a firm fixed-price purchase order on an all or none basis with payment terms of Net 30. (X) FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items (NOV 2015) SEE ATTACHED. The offeror shall complete the annual representations and certifications electronically in System for Award Management at https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/. (XI) The clause at FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items (MAY 2015), applies to this acquisition. (XII) The clause at FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items (JAN 2016) applies to this acquisition. SEE ATTACHED (XIII) The following clauses are also applicable to this acquisition: SEE ATTACHED DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE CLAUSES: SEE ATTACHED CAR 1352.215-72 INQUIRIES (APR 2010) Offerors must submit all questions concerning this solicitation in writing to contact@example.gov . Questions should be received no later than 5:00 P.M. MST, 01/19/2016. Any responses to questions will be made in writing, without identification of the questioner, and will be included in an amendment to the solicitation. Even if provided in other form, only the question responses included in the amendment to the solicitation will govern performance of the contract. (End of clause) (XIV) Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and assigned rating does not apply. (XV) Quotes are required to be received in the contracting office no later than 12:00 P.M. MDT on January 21, 2016. All quotes must be faxed or emailed to the attention of Doris Turner. The fax number is +1 (555) 000-0000 and email address is contact@example.gov (XVI) Any questions regarding this solicitation should be directed to Doris Turner; +1 (555) 000-0000; contact@example.gov . THE GOVERNMENT DOES NOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR NON-RECEIPT OF QUOTES. IT IS THE CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY TO REQUEST AND RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION OF THE QUOTE RECEIPT.