(I) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. (II) THIS ANNOUNCEMENT CONSTITUTES THE ONLY SOLICITATION. BIDS ARE BEING REQUESTED AND NO OTHER WRITTEN SOLICITATION WILL BE ISSUED. (III) This solicitation document incorporates provisions and clauses which are in effect through the most current Federal Acquisition Circular. Applicable FAR clauses are incorporated by reference and may be viewed on the website www.arnet.gov/far and http://www.da.usda.gov/procurement/policy/agar_x/agar02/subchaph.html (IV) *Notice of total Small Business Set Aside In accordance with FAR 52.219-6 Under NAICS Code - 423410 Photographic equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers 452.219-70 Size Standard and SIC Code Information. SIZE STANDARD AND SIC CODE INFORMATION (NOV 1996) The Standard Industrial Classi-fication Code(s) and business size standard(s) describing the products and/or services to be acquired under this solicitation are listed below: NAICS CODE - 423410 Photographic equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers Size Standard 100 Employees All Responsible Small business sources May Submit a Quotation For Consideration. NOTICE TO LARGE BUSINESS: The USDA buying activity in Minneapolis, MN is committed to participation of Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business and Women-Owned Small Business in the performance of work under this solicitation and resultant contract. Game Spy Camera and GPS Connect Combo Specifications (V) Item# Qty Description 001 40EA Remotely-accessible (via computer), motion-activated, infrared digital camera with wireless cellular modem Functions to be performed A. Collect high-quality image data (even in darkness) upon triggering by motion detection B. Allow remote access to image data by computer C. Capable of alerting users to activation upon triggering Essential physical characteristics/specifications A. Infrared digital camera B. Flash reaching > 40 ft C. Color day pictures D. Video capabilities E. Solar capabilities F. Internal memory >20 MB 002 40EA Secure metal box with capability of securely attaching and locking motion-activated camera to tree and adequately protect motion-activated camera from theft Essential physical characteristics/specifications A. Appropriately sized to fit motion-activated camera listed above B. Must be finished steel C. Must come with steel cable and padlock D. Must include hardware 003 - 40EA 12-volt solar panels/ 12-volt battery pack combination capable of powering motion- activated camera listed above indefinitely. Essential physical characteristics/specifications A. Compatible with camera listed above B. Weather resistant C. 10-ft cord D. Charge level display (VI) FOB DESTINATION DELIVERY ADDRESS: USDA/APHIS/WS National Wildlife Research Center 4101 LaPorte Ave Fort Collins, CO 80521 FOB DESTINATION - All pricing to include any and all costs but not limited to: overhead, general and administrative costs, profit, and transportation (VII) 52.212-1 Instructions to offers Commercial items applies to this acquisition. (see attachment 1) Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this address(es): http://www.acqnet.gov/far/ or http://www.da.usda.gov/procurement/policy/agar_x/agar02/subchaph.html (VIII) This is a low priced technically accepted solicitation. The Government will award to the lowest priced offer that meets the specifications and standards outlined in the specifications for Game Spy Camera and GPS Connect Combo (IX) 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items Offeror to complete and return the applicable paragraphs at (b) through (k) in clause provisions (Attachment 1 ) 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items of this solicitation only, if necessary. Offers shall include 52.212-3 Representations and Certifications, Which may be submitted from the website: http://orca.bpn.gov All offers must be signed. . Offeror is responsible for correct input and acceptance of info for on-line registration at time of bid submission. Anyone placing a bid with the USDA must be listed in the government's Central Contractor Registrar. You may register on line with www.ccr.gov. or by calling Central Contractors Registration @
+1 (555) 000-0000 or consult online hand book at http://www.ccr.gov/handbook.aspx CCR HELP DESK - https://www.fsd.gov/app/answers/list Anyone placing a bid with the USDA must also obtain a Dunn and Bradstreet number. If your company does not have a DUNS number, you may contact Dun and Bradstreet directly to obtain one by calling 1- 866-705-5711or via the following website:http://fedgov.dnb.com/webform or at ccr.dnb.com/ccr/pages/CCRSearch.jsp. Offers submitted without completion of this provision will be considered nonresponsive. Offeror is responsible for correct input and acceptance of info for on-line registration at time of bid submission. Info must be up-to-date-not expired The following Federal Acquisition Provisions apply to this acquisition: (X) 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions for Commercial Items applies to this acquisition 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions required to implement statutes or executive orders for commercial items applies to this acquisition 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items. 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items. 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items 52.216-1 Type of Contract. 452.219-70 Size Standard and SIC Code Information (XI) Submit emailed quotations to Purchasing Section
contact@example.gov or fax to
+1 (555) 000-0000, Attention Carol Dingess. Quotations are due by August 26, 2010 by 4:00pm Central Time. Simplified Acquisition Procedures will be used per FAR 12. And 14. A firm Fixed Price Purchase order will be awarded. All pricing to include any and all costs but not limited to: overhead, general and administrative costs, profit, and transportation.
