Japanese Pumper Apparatus

(i) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. (ii) The solicitation number N40084-19-T-0029 is listed as a competitive request for quotation (RFQ) as Command Navy Region Japan (CNRJ) Fire Department has tasked NAVFAC Far East Yokosuka, Japan with the procurement of one Japanese Pumper Apparatus. (iii) The solicitation and incorporated provisions and clauses are in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-43. (v) Contract Line Item Numbers (CLIN) are as follows. Provide separate pricing for each CLIN as listed below: CLIN 0001 U.S. Navy Fire and Emergency Services Technical Specifications for Commercial Chassis Right Hand Drive 4X2, 1000 GPM Pumper (see attachment for full combined synopsis/solicitation) Provide pricing for the unit price / each: Provide pricing for the total quantity of 1: (vi) Only new original equipment manufacturer (OEM) items may be offered. Reconditioned or used items will not be accepted. (vii) All items shall be preserved, packaged, packed, and marked in accordance with the Specifications listed above. Delivery of CLIN 0001 365 Days ADC. Early deliveries are acceptable. Units are to be shipped FOB destination to the following address: All transportation charges borne by the contractor to deliver the pumper to Commander Navy Region Japan (CNRJ) at Yokosuka Navy Base Fire Department, Building 3816. (viii) Offerors must comply with the following commercial item terms and conditions, which are incorporated herein by reference: FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. (ix) FAR 52-212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Items is incorporated by reference. Addendum to FAR 52.212-2 Para (a) Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quotation is lowest in price and in full compliance with all requirements set forth in this solicitation. (xi) FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items is incorporated by reference. The resulting contract will be firm fixed price (FFP). (xii) FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition; as well as the following: CONSUMPTION TAX EXEMPTION PROCEDURES ON PURCHASE OF GOODS AND SERVICES BY THE UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES IN JAPAN [JAPANESE LAW NO. 108, 1988] (a) The Consumption Tax Law (Law No. 108, 1988) was enacted in the Diet of Japan on 24 December 1988, and applied from April 1, 1989. The Government of Japan (GOJ) and the United States Government (USG), in accordance with paragraph 3, Article XII, of the "The Agreement Under Article VI of the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation And Security Between Japan And The United States of America Regarding Facilities And Areas And The Status of United States Armed Forces In Japan" (SOFA), have agreed upon procedures for exempting the United States from the Consumption Tax on the following transactions upon appropriate certification: (1) Goods and services purchased in Japan for official purposes of the U. S. Armed Forces by the U. S. Armed Forces or its authorized procurement agencies; (2) Goods and services purchased in Japan, by persons, including corporations, who are designated by the USG in accordance with the provisions of paragraphs 1 and 2, Article XIV of the SOFA (Article XIV Contractors), solely for the purpose of performing the business of construction, maintenance or operation under the contract for construction, etc., for use by the U. S. Armed Forces, or film and gasoline purchased in Japan by Article XIV Contractors solely for the business activities described above. (b) The underlying objective is to obtain the full amount of the exemption from the tax on U.S. Forces procurements immediately at the time of purchase, and at the same time give the Contractor a proof of purchase document, acceptable to GOJ tax authorities, which he/she can present to the tax authorities to obtain a tax credit and/or refund for tax already collected and paid by previous sellers. (c) By the submission of their offer, the offeror certifies that Japanese consumption tax is not part of the bid price, nor will it be a part of any subsequent modification to the contract. Procedures for Contractors to obtain a consumption tax credit are described in a handbook that may be obtained from the Procuring Contracting Office. (xiii) Additional requirements. See specification (attached) (xiv) Offers are due not later than August 16 2019 by Close of Business. Earlier submissions will be accepted. Please submit your quote to the following: NAVFAC FE Sarah Lowell Contracting Officer NAVFAC Far East, Yokosuka, Japan Core Execution Team (CET) E-mail: sarah.lowell@fe.navy.mil (xv) Questions regarding this combined synopsis/solicitation can be directed to Ms. Sarah Lowell, 81-46-816-5625 or sarah.lowell@fe.navy.mil. Hard copy of solicitation and amendments will NOT be mailed to contractors. Offerors must acquaint themselves with the new regulations concerning Commercial Item Acquisition contained at FAR Subpart 12 and must ensure that all Representations and Certifications are executed as required in this synopsis/solicitation. The full text of the referenced FAR clauses may be accessed electronically at http://farsite.hill.af.mil/ It is important to note that this combined synopsis/solicitation requesting a quote shall not be construed as obligating the Government to award a contract or authorizing work to commence and shall not serve as a basis for any future claims against the Government.