Fusion Splicer

(i) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. (ii) The solicitation number is FA5685-09-Q-0043. The solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). (iii) A statement that the solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-36, DFARS Change Notice 20090825, and Air Force Acquisition Circular 2009-0803. (iv) There is no small business set-aside for this acquisition. However, this acquisition is set-aside for Turkish business concerns. Due to established economic agreements between the United States Government and the Government of Turkey, the U.S. Air force intends to award this solicitation to a business concern within the country of Turkey. If there is no Turkish businesses that can meet the specifications required or feasible pricing is not received to the maximum extent practicable, the U.S. Air Force reserves the right to contract a European or United States firm. The NAICS code assigned to this acquisition is 335999 and small business size standard is 500 employees. (v) There is one contract line item number (CLIN). Please see below for the quantity and unit of measure. (vi) CLIN0001 (1 each) FSM-60S AFL Fusion Splicer Kit Part #: 151X790 Model #: S014532 Fujikura FSM-60S Fusion Splicer sets the standard for core alignment fusion splicing by incorporating a user-friendly interface with enhanced features to provide the most rugged and reliable fusion splicer in the market today. Click the SPECIFICATIONS tab for complete technical specs. Includes: CT30A Cleaver, ADC-13 AC Adapter, ACC-14 AC Cord, Spare Electrodes (pair),Sheath Clamp, USB Cable, Splicer Carrying Strap, Quick Reference Guide, Video InstructionManual, JP-05 Splice Sleeve Cooling Tray, and Transit Case with Carrying Strap Model S014532 is a Fujikura FSM-60S Fusion Splicer Kit with Cleaver. It sets the standard for core alignment fusion splicing by incorporating a user-friendly interface with enhanced features to provide the most rugged and reliable fusion splicer on the market today. Durable construction adds improved reliability by resisting shock, dust and rain. Wind protection allows splicing in 34-mph winds. It even withstands a 30" drop test. This system splices a fiber in 9 seconds and heats a 60-mm splice sleeve in 30 seconds for a total cycle time of only 39 seconds. Automatic tube heater operation, user-selectable clamping (sheath clamp or fiber holder), automated monitor image orientation and battery charging during splicer operation provide users a reliable productivity tool. The splicer also features automatic arc calibration and fiber identification. Color LCD with anti-reflective coating has excellent visibility in bright sunlight. Long-life battery option provides up to 160 splice/heat cycles per charge. A detachable work table is incorporated into the transit case. The included software provides the ability to download splice data to a PC for splice data reporting, download splicer operating software via the internet to maintain peak performance and download video images from the splicer to enhance technical support. Includes splicer, CT30A cleaver, ADC-13 ac adapter, ACC-14 ac cord, spare electrode pair, sheath clamp, JP-05 splice sleeve cooling tray, USB cable, splicer carrying strap, quick reference guide, video instruction manual and transit case with carrying strap. This splicer weighs 5.9 pounds with battery and measures 5.3" x 6.3" x 5.6". If exact item is not quoted (see FAR 52.212-1(b)(4)) a specification sheet or other information must be provided that provides sufficient detail for the United States to determine whether or not the substituted product(s) quoted can satisfy the need. (vii) All quantities ordered must be delivered within 45 calendar days to Incirlik Air Base, Adana, Turkey on a FOB Destination bases. (viii) The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial, applies to this acquisition. The following addenda are made to this provision. Paragraph (b) Submission of offers is added to read: Quotations shall be in terms of U.S. Dollars. Quotations received in other than U.S. Dollars shall be rejected. Quotations shall also be n the English language. Quotations received in other than English shall be rejected. Paragraph (f) Late submissions, modifications, revisions, and withdrawals of offers is added at (f)(2)(i) to read: (D) Or if this solicitation is a request for quotation, it is determined that acceptance of the quotation is in the best interests of the United States. (ix) The provision at 52.212-2, Evaluation -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. There are two specific evaluation criteria included in paragraph (a). The first one is (i) technical capability of the item quoted to meet the requirement of that provision. The second and last one is (ii) price. The Lowest Price Technically Acceptable Source Selection Process will be used in this acquisition. (x) The provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The quotation must include a complete copy of this provision. See http://orca.bpn.gov. The provision at 252.212-7000 Offeror Representations and Certifications--Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The certification in paragraph (b) of the provision at 252.212-7000 does not apply to this solicitation. (xi) The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The following addenda are made to this clause. Paragraph (a) Inspection/Acceptance is added to read: The contractor shall use the Wide Area Workflow web page at https://wawf.eb.mil/index.html to submit invoices for acceptance. Paragraph (o) Warranty is added to read: The contractor shall provide all standard commercial (including manufacturer) warranties to the United States Government. (xii) The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The following additional FAR clauses cited in the clause under paragraph (b) are considered checked and applicable to the acquisition: (1), (20), (34), & (39). The clause at 252.212-7001 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The FAR clause at paragraph (a) is considered checked and applicable to the acquisition. The following additional DFARS clauses cited in the clause under paragraph (b) are considered checked and applicable to the acquisition: (1), (6), (18), (20), (21)(iii), (22) (xiii) The following five additional contract clauses apply to this acquisition: (1) DFARS 252.225-7041 Correspondence in English. (2) DFARS 252.229-7001 Tax Relief. Paragraph (a) is filled in as follows: "Name of Tax: VAT/KDV, Rate (Percentage): 18%". (3) DFARS 252.233-7001 Choice of Law (Overseas). (4) AFFARS 5352.201-9101 Ombudsman. Paragraph (c) is filled in as follows: Primary: David Jones, HQ USAFE/A7K, Unit 3050, Box 10, APO AE 09094-0110, HQ USAFE/A7K, Flugplatz Ramstein, 66877 Ramstein Germany, E-Mail: david.jones@ramstein.af.mil, Tel: 0049-637-147-2209, Fax: (49)-6731-47-2025. Alternate: Lt Col Paul Marks, HQ USAFE/A7K, Unit 3050, Box 10, APO AE 09094-0110, HQ USAFE/A7K, Flugplatz Ramstein, 66877 Ramstein Germany, E-Mail: paul.marks@ramstein.af.mil, Tel: 0049-637-147-2026, Fax: (49)-6731-47-2025. (5) AFFARS 5352.242-9000 Contractor access to Air Force installations. Paragraph (b) is filled in as follows: The Turkish Air Force will coordinate with contractors to attain necessary documents and information to grant access to the installation. The United States Government will not be held liable for any delays or breach of contract caused by refusal of the Turkish Air Force to grant a gate pass. The contractor shall notify the contracting officer immediately if access is denied. (xiv) The Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) is not applicable to this acquisition. (xv) Quotations are due by 4:00PM (local) on 11 September 2009. In addition to providing the information required above, Turkish Vendors shall provide the following documents, translated and certified in English: (1) Tax Payer License, (2) Trade Chamber Registration, (3) Signature Circular, (4) Company Registration (if applicable), (5) Certified/Authorized Retail/Reseller documentation from manufacturer and or importer of requested supply(s), and (6) Photocopies of written warranty documents (if applicable). (xvi) Contact SSgt Pamela Small at E-Mail: lgcb.confirmations@incirlik.af.mil or pamela.small.1@incirlik.af.mil or Tel: 0-322-316-8075 or Fax: 0-322-316-1090 for any questions or concerns regarding this solicitation.