F--ID,HNFH/LSRCP TRUCKS WITH DRIVERS

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 separate written solicitation will not be issued. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Portland, OR has a requirement for up to four (4) diesel semi-tractors with drivers, and one alternate driver, for use in steelhead distribution for Hagerman National Fish Hatchery (Hatchery), located at 3059-D National Fish Hatchery Road, Hagerman, Gooding County, Idaho. Trucks and drivers shall be located within a 50-mile radius of the Hatchery to control mileage costs and response time for alternate drivers. This contract shall consist of a base year and one option year (exercised solely at the discretion of the Government). Projected annual period of performance is approximately late March to mid-May each year. All fish transport will be accomplished in the state of Idaho. Fish will be loaded at the Hatchery and delivered to, but not limited to, areas of the Salmon River drainage in Idaho such as the following locations: Sawtooth Fish Hatchery near the town of Stanley; Yankee Fork of the Salmon River, North of Stanley, and the East Fork of the Salmon River near the town of Clayton, Idaho. Approximate round trip mileage for each truck and driver, including the mileage from contractor¿s depot to the Hatchery, is estimated not to exceed 7,500 miles each, per year. A detailed schedule of trips and dates for specific locations will be provided one week prior to commencement of delivery. This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is a TOTAL SMALL BUSINESS SET ASIDE and is conducted under the procedures of FAR Parts 12 and 13, incorporating provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2019-01. The NAICS code is 484220 and the small business size standard is $27.5 Million. Instructions All responsible small business sources may submit a quote, which shall be considered by the agency. Award will be made to the offeror who represents the best value to the Government based upon the following evaluation factors: 1) Experience - Submit up to two (2) project projects performed over the last three (3) years (1 page per project limitation) that are similar in nature to the type of work described in the Performance Work Statement to reflect ability to handle mountain roads, carry liquids, and life animals (aquatics preferred); and 2) Price. Experience and price are of equal importance. Offers received may be considered nonresponsive if experience information is not submitted with an offer. Personal knowledge of an offerors experience may be considered for the experience information requested." Award will be made to a responsible source pursuant to FAR subpart 9.1. Please submit your quotation (showing unit price per mile for the base and each option year) on company letterhead or the enclosed SF-1449 form with DUNS No. and point of contact phone number and e-mail address. The price for Diesel fuel will be cited in the solicitation package as established based on the Price Index for Diesel Fuel. Additionally, if your company holds a GSA contract that would apply to this requirement, please provide the contract number. Refer to FAR provision 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors ¿ Commercial Items for additional submission guidance, and include a copy of FAR provision 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items with applicable sections completed. Quotes Due: February 7, 2019, 2:00 PM Pacific Standard Time Mailed Quote Submission: Karl Lautzenheiser, - Contracting and General Services U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 911 NE 11th Avenue, Portland, OR 97232 E-Mailed Quote Submission: contact@example.gov In order to have a quote considered for award, respondent must be registered at the System for Award Management (SAM) website (https://www.sam.gov) as an active vendor by the time an award decision is necessary. Award will be made quickly so you MUST be registered and active in SAM to be considered. Attachments: 1) Bid Schedule (2 pgs) 2) Performance Work Statement dated January 7, 2019 (13 pgs) 3) Contract Clauses (17 pgs) Amendment 1 Attachments: 1) Replacement Revised Bid Schedule dated January 24, 2019 (2 pgs)