NIST/NCNR REFRIGERATOR STARTUP

The Office of Acquisition and Agreements Management (OAAM) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) located in Gaithersburg, MD is soliciting quotes, on behalf of the NIST Center for Neutron Research (NCNR) for start-up services of an existing Helium Refrigerator system. The Contractor shall provide the start-up services for NCNR starting in Fiscal Year (FY) 2017. This requirement is being solicited as a total small businesses set-aside. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for the acquisition is 541330 - Engineering Services, with a size standard of $15,000,000.00. This acquisition is being issued at a 100% Small Business set-aside in accordance with FAR 52.219-6. The acquisition is being issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) SB1341-17-RQ-0089 in accordance with FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13.5 Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Items. NIST anticipates awarding a single award contract to the Offeror whose quotation represents the best overall value based on price and non-price factors. Quotations will be evaluated on the following factors; Technical Approach, Qualifications/Experience, Past Performance, and Price. To be eligible for award, Offerors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM): www.sam.gov and obtain a DUNS number by calling +1 (555) 000-0000. Prospective Contractors are also required to complete electronic annual representations and certifications at sam.gov. Quotations will be accepted electronically at the following email address: contact@example.gov.