Nitrogen Compressor for Grand Forks AFB, ND

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for services prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subparts 12.6 and FAR Subparts 13.303, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation, proposals/quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued. The 319th Contracting Flight at 575 Tuskegee Airman Blvd bldg 418, Grand Forks AFB, ND 58205 intends to acquire a nitrogen generator, along with installation and initial training for its use, that meets the following specifications or equal: 1. SNG II-20140, (NSN: 3655-01-505-7610) or equal, stationary nitrogen generator, manufactuer is CVI, 460 VAC @ 3 Phase/60 Hz, 8.0 SCFM, 5,000 PSI @ 99.5% Purity with continuous output, On-Line Oxygen Analyzer, Emergency Stop Button, Status Light & Sound Enclosure, gas quality -70 degrees Celsius atmospheric dew point, operating environment 32 to 114 degrees Fahrenheit. Price to include shipment to Grand Forks AFB, ND. 2. Installation & Initial Startup IAW manufacturer recommendations. Installation requirements, setup gen. on pre-existing concert slab, 460 VAC power hook up, connection to pre-existing 5000 psi piping in bldg 609. Initial servicing and starting of gen. Work to be completed in 1 day. Clean-up and disposal of trash created by installation. 3. Training, after installation of nitrogen generator is accomplished, on-site: 2 day, instructor lead hands-on training class, for 12 (max) trainees with a slideshow on operation, safety, and maintenance procedures. This solicitation is small business set-aside. The solicitation reference number is F2ATGH1207A002(2) and is issued as a Request for Quotes (RFQ). This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-53. The NAICS code for the acquisition is 333912 and the size standard is 500 employees. 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The existence of the ombudsman does not affect the authority of the program manager, contracting officer, or source selection official. Further, the ombudsman does not participate in the evaluation of proposals, the source selection process, or the adjudication of protests or formal contract disputes. The ombudsman may refer the party to another official who can resolve the concern. (b) Before consulting with an ombudsman, interested parties must first address their concerns, issues, disagreements, and/or recommendations to the contracting officer for resolution. Consulting an ombudsman does not alter or postpone the timelines for any other processes (e.g., agency level bid protests, GAO bid protests, requests for debriefings, employee-employer actions, contests of OMB Circular A-76 competition performance decisions). 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AFFARS 5352.223-9001 HEALTH AND SAFETY ON GOVERNMENT INSTALLATIONS (JUN 1997) (a) In performing work under this contract on a Government installation, the contractor shall: (1) Comply with the specific health and safety requirements established by this contract; (2) Comply with the health and safety rules of the Government installation that concern related activities not directly addressed in this contract; (3) Take all reasonable steps and precautions to prevent accidents and preserve the health and safety of contractor and Government personnel performing or in any way coming in contact with the performance of this contract; and (4) Take such additional immediate precautions as the contracting officer may reasonably require for health and safety purposes. (b) The contracting officer may, by written order, direct Air Force Occupational Safety and Health (AFOSH) Standards and/or health/safety standards as may be required in the performance of this contract and any adjustments resulting from such direction will be in accordance with the Changes clause of this contract. (c) Any violation of these health and safety rules and requirements, unless promptly corrected as directed by the contracting officer, shall be grounds for termination of this contract in accordance with the Default clause of this contract. AFFARS 5352.242-9000 Contractor Access to Air Force Installations (August 2007) (a) The contractor shall obtain base identification and vehicle passes, if required, for all contractor personnel who make frequent visits to or perform work on the Air Force installation(s) cited in the contract. Contractor personnel are required to wear or prominently display installation identification badges or contractor-furnished, contractor identification badges while visiting or performing work on the installation. (b) The contractor shall submit a written request on company letterhead to the contracting officer listing the following: contract number, location of work site, start and stop dates, and names of employees and subcontractor employees needing access to the base. The letter will also specify the individual(s) authorized to sign for a request for base identification credentials or vehicle passes. The contracting officer will endorse the request and forward it to the issuing base pass and registration office or security police for processing. When reporting to the registration office, the authorized contractor individual(s) should provide a valid driver's license, current vehicle registration, valid vehicle insurance certificate, and SFS Form 74 to obtain a vehicle pass. (c) During performance of the contract, the contractor shall be responsible for obtaining required identification for newly assigned personnel and for prompt return of credentials and vehicle passes for any employee who no longer requires access to the work site. (d) When work under this contract requires unescorted entry to controlled or restricted areas, the contractor shall comply with AFI 31-101, Volume 1, The Air Force Installation Security Program, and AFI 31-501, Personnel Security Program Management, citing the appropriate paragraphs as applicable. (e) Upon completion or termination of the contract or expiration of the identification passes, the prime contractor shall ensure that all base identification passes issued to employees and subcontractor employees are returned to the issuing office. (f) Failure to comply with these requirements may result in withholding of final payment. Offers should be sent via e-mail, but may be sent in writing or by fax, to the Purchasing Agent, SrA Bryce Edward Pagel and Mr. Jeremiah Snedker, no later than 4:00 P.M. (CST) on 9 September 2011 to 319 CONF/LGCA - 575 Tuskegee Airmen Blvd, Grand Forks, ND. 58205 ATTN: SrA Bryce Edward Pagel and Mr. Jeremiah Snedker. For more information email bryce.pagel@us.af.mil or call at # 701-747-4891 and jeremiah.snedker@us.af.mil or call at # 701-747-5299. Fax # 701-747-4215.