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. The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under authority of FAR 5.201. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon response to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. (ii) The solicitation number is W911QX-08-T-0129. This acquisition is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ).(iii) The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-25, effective 22 Apr 2008 (iv) This acquisition is a sole source to Instron, 825 University Ave., Norwood, MA 02062-2643 in accordance with FAR 6.302-1. The required refurbishment of equipment must be compatible and interchangeable with existing load frame. The associated NAICS code is 334519.(v) The following is a list of contract line item number(s) and items, quantities and units of measure, (including option(s), if applicable): CLIN 0001: 1 Each, Instron 8800 retrofit for existing Instron model #1332 load frame, serial #063; CLIN 0002: 1 Each, Instron 8800 retrofit for existing Instron model #1350 load frame, serial #093; CLIN 0003: 1 Each, Instron software upgrade for Instron model #1123, serial #6635; CLIN 0004: 1 Each, Instron 5500 Extend retrofit for existing Instron model #4206 load frame, serial #540; CLIN 0005: 1 Each, Instron model POE 2000 Pendulum Tester; CLIN 0006: 1 Each, pneumatic brake for Instron-Dynatup model 8200, serial #1116. (vi) Description of requirements: NA (vii) Delivery is required 90 days after date of contract award. Delivery shall be made to US Army Research Laboratory, ARL Receiving Section, Bldg 434, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005. Acceptance shall be performed at US Army Research Laboratory, APG, MD 21005. The FOB point is destination. (viii) The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial, applies to this acquisition. The following addenda have been attached to this provision: None. (x) Online Representations and certifications Application (ORCA) registration is required. The website for online registration is www.bpn.gov and click Online Reps and Certs at the left side of the screen. (xi) The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The following addenda have been attached to this clause none. (xii) The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items (APR 2008) and DFARS 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items (MAR 2008) apply to this acquisition. The following additional FAR/DFARS clauses cited in these clauses are applicable: 52.203-6 Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (SEP 2006); 52.219-8 Utilization of Small Business Concerns (MAY 2004); 52.219-28 Post Award Small Business Program Representation (JUN 2007); 52.222-3 Convict Labor (Jun 2003); 52.222-19 Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (Jan 2006); 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (Feb 1999); 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (Mar 2007); 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans (Sep 2006); 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities (Jun 1998); 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans (Sep 2006); 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons (AUG 2007) ; 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (FEB 2006) ; 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-Central Contractor Registration (Oct 2003); 252.203-3 Gratuities (APR 1984) ; 252.225-7001 Buy American Act and Balance of Payments Program (Jun 2005); 252.225-7012 Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities (Jan 2007); 252.225-7014 Preference for Domestic Specialty Metals (Jun 2005); 252.232-7003 Electronic Submission Of Payment Requests (Jan 2004). Clauses and provisions are incorporated by reference and apply to this acquisition. Full text of the clauses and provisions can be obtained at http://www.arnet.gov (xiii) The following RDECOM local provisions shall be incorporated into any resultant contract: 52.004-4409 RDECOMAC Point of Contact; 52.004-4411 Technical Point of Contact; 52.016-4407 Type of Contract; 52.005-4401 Release of Information; 52.001-4401 Receiving Room Requirements; 52.032-4418 Tax Exemption Certification. A copy of the full test of these provisions will be made available upon request.(xiv) This acquisition is rated under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) as: None (xv) The following notes apply to this announcement: None (xvi) Offers are due on Tuesday, 03 Jun 2008 by 10:00 AM, Mountain Daylight Time (MDT) at the US Army Research Laboratory, AMSRD-ACC-AW, Bldg 1624, White Sands Missile Range, NM 88002-5512 or via email to
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