Khapra Beetle Wall Trap Kits

This is a solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 12.6 streamlined, and supplemented with (FAR) Parts 13 & 15 and with additional information included in this notice. FAR Part 13 authorizes the use of simplified procedures for this acquisition, including options. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a separate written request for quotation will not be issued. The reference number is AG-6395-S-13-0162 and the solicitation is issued as a request for quote (RFQ) . This solicitation will result in a firm fixed priced indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract for a base period and four option periods for Khapra Beetle Wall Trap Kits. The solicitation is a 100% Small Business Set Aside in accordance with FAR Clause 52.219-6. It is important that the USDA receive a quality product. APHIS/PPQ is requesting samples prior to award. APHIS/PPQ may also request samples after award in accordance with FAR 52.209-4 to ensure correct production design, coloration, application of adhesive and adhesive type meets the requirements. In accordance with FAR 52.209-4 (i)The Government may waive the requirement for first article approval test where supplies identical or similar to those called for in the schedule have been previously furnished by the Offeror/Contractor and have been accepted by the Government. See attached SF1449 pages 19 - 21 for details regarding First Article Test requirements. Prior to Award Vendor must supply a minimum of 4 complete kits (Trap, Lure lure dispensers from each lot as a representative of what will be provided to fulfill the contract agreement). The First Article samples if requested shall be delivered to: USDA, APHIS, PPQ, CPHST Solicitation# AG-6395-S-13-0162 Attention: Vic Mastro Bldg 1398 Otis ANGB, MA 02542 Phone: 508-563-9303 Sample must be received 5 calendar days prior to Solicitation closing date. (09/16/2013) ***Do Not Mail SF1449 to MA facility, send to Contracting Officer *** Instructions to Offerors: Please complete and return all items listed in section 5.2 on page 41 of attached SF1449 Solicitation. The Product Specifications for this requirement are provided in Attachment 1 SF 1449 Solicitation document and current statement of work. Quotations are due no later than 3:00pm, CST on Monday, September 16, 2013. Submission of the offer to the Contracting Officer at the address located in box #9 of SF1449 to: Attn: Patricia Y. Harris/ USDA/ APHIS MRPBS/ASD Contracting Team, Solicitation# AG-6395-S-13-00162, or email to: (patricia.y.harris@aphis.usda.gov, FAX#612-336-3550) Emailing of Faxing quotes are the preferred methods. Should there be any questions regarding this posting, please submit them in writing to the Contracting Officer. Questions will not be answered over the telephone.