COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6 and FAR 13, 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. Instructions to offerors (Tailored for quotes under FAR part 13), evaluation criteria, and all applicable FAR Provisions and Clauses are attached. The solicitation number is HSCG42-16-Q-QNE148 and is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-87. This acquisition is issued set-aside 100% for SMALL BUSINESS. Where Federal Acquisition Regulation clause language is inconsistent with FAR 13.004, Legal Effect of Quotations, that language is hereby tailored in accordance with FAR 12.302 to be consistent with a request for quotations. This tailoring includes, but is not limited to the following: In accordance with FAR 13.004, a quotation is not an offer, and any clause provision to the contrary is hereby modified to be consistent with FAR 13.004. Where the word "offer/offeror" or a derivative of that word appears, it is changed to "quote/quoter" or a derivative of that word. The associated NAICS code is 423120 and the small business size standard is 200 emp. USCG Training Center Cape May has a requirement for the following services: 1. Hose, Ladder, and Pump Testing for Firehouse equipment in accordance with the USCG Requirements. The equipment is located at USCG Training Center 1 Munro Avenue, Cape May, New Jersey, 08204. These services shall be scheduled and coordinated with the USCG POC/designated Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). Offerors are encouraged to use their standard form for quoting purposes. Offers may be submitted on company letterhead stationery and must include the following information: Contractor shall submit a detailed proposal to include an itemized cost breakdown with offer; All services and incidental charges shall be provided as a separate line item. Quotes shall include all of the following information: (1) The solicitation number; (2) The time specified in the solicitation for receipt of offers; (3) The name, address, and telephone number of the offeror; **(4) A technical description of the items being offered in sufficient detail to evaluate compliance with the requirements in the solicitation. This may include product literature, and/or other documents, if necessary; (5) Terms of warranty; (6) Price, availability, and any discount terms; (7) "Remit to" address, if different than mailing address; (8) Acknowledgment of Solicitation Amendments; (9) Estimated date of performance of service; (10) Past performance information, when included as an evaluation factor, to include recent and relevant contracts for the same or similar items and other references (including contract numbers, points of contact with telephone numbers and other relevant information); (11) Company Tax Identification Number (TIN) and DUNS Number; (12) Detailed itemized cost breakdown to clearly show priced items; ancillary charges, etc. (13) Completed Reference Information sheet. (14)Completed Representation and Certifications contained in FAR Clause 52.212-3, Alternate 1. FAR 52.237-1 -- Site Visit (Apr 1984). Offerors or quoters are urged and expected to inspect the site where services are to be performed and to satisfy themselves regarding all general and local conditions that may affect the cost of contract performance, to the extent that the information is reasonably obtainable. In no event shall failure to inspect the site constitute grounds for a claim after contract award. USCG TRAINING CENTER CAPE MAY ACCESS-ENTRY PROTOCOL REQUIREMENTS: In compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD12) Coast Guard Training Center (TRACEN) Cape May has a standardized entry protocol for all personnel, vendors, suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors who require access to the USCG Training Center (TRACEN), Cape May, NJ. All contract and subcontract personnel are subject to a background check conducted by USCG Training Center Cape May Police Department. All contractors are instructed to contact USCG TRACEN Police Department at
+1 (555) 000-0000 for detailed requirements. IDENTIFICATION OF CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL AND VEHICLES: The contractor shall provide a detailed list of all employees to the COR five (5) days prior to commencing work. The employee list shall contain the employee's full name, date and place of birth, current address and only the last four (4) of SSN. The contractor shall also contact the USCG TRACEN Police -Security to provide them with all necessary information and to obtain base pass for entry. Each contractor vehicle shall show the contractor's name so that it is clearly visible on the vehicle. A valid state driver's license, license plate and safety inspection sticker is required. All vehicles operated on government property shall be maintained in a good state of repair. All questions pertaining to this solicitation shall be submitted in writing on the attached Request for Information (RFI) form and E-Mailed to:
contact@example.gov NOTE: the subject line in the E-Mail shall begin with the solicitation number: HSCG42-16-Q-QNE148 followed by a description of the solicitation. The closing date for receipt of quotes is 12 May 2016 at 12:00 PM ET. Anticipated award date is no later than 3 June 2016. Quotes are to remain effective for 60 days after close of solicitation. Vendors shall submit document files electronically via E-Mail offers to the address:
contact@example.gov NOTE: the subject line in the E-Mail shall begin with the solicitation number: HSCG42-16-Q-QNE148 followed by a description of the solicitation. All quotes are due at USCG TRACEN Cape May, NJ by 12 May 2016. Submit quotes to the following mailing address, e-mail address, or fax number by the offer due date and time: U. S. COAST GUARD TRAINING CENTER MIGUEL RESTO - CONTRACTING OFFICER 1 MUNRO AVENUE BUILDING #262, ROOM 212 CAPE MAY, NJ 08204 E-MAIL:
contact@example.gov Fax Number:
+1 (555) 000-0000 (Attn: SK1 Miguel Resto, Contracting Officer) Any and all questions regarding this solicitation shall be submitted in writing to the Contract Specialist at
contact@example.gov no later than 10 May 2016, 4:00PM Eastern Time or the question may not be answered. NOTE: the subject line in the E-Mail shall begin with the solicitation number: HSCG42-16-Q-QNE148 followed by a description of the solicitation.
