LaCoste and Romberg G-Meter Gravity Meters for NGA

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; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 811219. The reference number for this Request for Quote (RFQ) is NE88G89105AS50. The National Geospatial Intelligence-Agency has a requirement to procure enhancements as stated in the attached Statement of Work (SOW) to convert up to three of NGA's current LaCoste and Romberg (L&R) G-Meter Gravity Meters to an electronic force-feedback system G-Meter. NGA plans to solicit and award a firm fixed price contract with optional quantities under FAR Part 12 and 13. The requirement is for enhancements in accordance with attached Statement of Work paragraph 3.0 to convert up to three of NGA's current LaCoste and Rombert (L&R) G-Meter Gravity Meters to an electronic force-feedback system G-Meter. Standard Gravity meter maintenance will be performed as part of the enhancements. 1.) Enhancements (SOW - paragraph 3.0 , Qty: 3 each. (Base) . 2.) Purchase enhancements to Lithium Ion Battery for the L&R G-Meter gravity meters, Qty: 3 each. 3.) L&R G-Meter items found in need of repair/replacement not covered by the enhancements (Total not to exceed of $10,000.00 for repairs/replacements all three G-Meters scheduled for enhancements, Qty: 1 Lot. 4.) Shipping of the G-Meters from vendor to NGA/Edwards AFB, CA and/or NGA/St. Louis, MO (Not to exceed $1,000.00 total for three G-meters, Qty: 1 lot. 5.) Option to purchase up to nine more enhancements as stated in SOW paragraph 3.2.2 within 364 days of signing of contract. These enhancements will convert NGA's current LaCoste and Rombert (L&R) G-Meter Gravity Meters to an electronic force-feedback shall be exactly like the enhancements to the first three units, including batteries and repairs beyond normal maintenance. The government reserves the right to not exercise any of the optional quantities. The delivery locations are outlined in the attached Statement of Work (SOW). This combined synopsis/solicitation is issued as a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. Delivery is FOB Destination. The place of performance is specified in the attached Statement of Work (SOW). Total cost shall also include any shipping and handling. Provided are attachments 1-Statement of Work and 2- Pricing Guidance Table. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, with no obligation to the vendor by the Government. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-32. The provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items applies to this acquisition. Vendors are required to submit a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certification--Commercial Items, with their offer. The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes Or Executive Orders--Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition, with the following clauses: 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government with Alternate I; 52.217-5 Evaluation of Options; 52.217-6 Option for Increased Quantity; 52.217-9 Option to Extend the Term of the Contract; 52.219-8 Utilizing Small Business Concerns, 52.219-28 Post Award Small Business Program Representation, 52.222-23, Convict Labor; 52.222-19, Child Labor--Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies; 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities; 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity; 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era and Other Eligible Veterans; 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities; 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era and Other Eligible Veterans; 52.222-39, Notification of Employee Rights Concerning Payment of Union Dues or Fees; 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons, 52.222-54, Employment Eligibility Verification, 52.225-13, Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases; 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer - Central Contractor Registration, 52.239-1 Privacy or Security Safeguards. The clause at DFARS 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition with the following clauses: FAR 52.203-3, DFARS 252.225-7012, Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities, Gratuities; DFARS; 252.243-7002, Requests for Equitable Adjustment; and 252.247-7023, Transportation of Supplies by Sea, 252.203-7000, Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials, 252.203-7002, Requirements to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights. Contract terms and conditions required to implement statutes or Executive Orders applicable to Defense acquisitions of Commercial Items. Attachments are Statement of Work. To view the clauses in full text, visit www.arnet.gov. Vendors must be approved and registered in Central Contractor Registration (www.ccr.gov) before award can be made. All offers are due to this agency no later than 9:00am Central Daylight Savings Time, 8 June 2009. Send all offers/questions to Pamela Laws via e-mail at Pamela.A.Laws@nga.mil AND Fleurelle.Y.Humphrey@nga.mil.