Oracle Mechanical Fuels Mastication

1. The Coronado National Forest, Tucson, Arizona, is soliciting quotes (RFQ) for services to mechanically masticate approximately 212 acres of chaparral woodland on the Santa Catalina Ranger District near Oracle, Arizona. The mechanical treatment shall utilize a Fecon Bullhog Cutter, excavator with cutter, or similar equipment. 2. Quotes are to be submitted to Coronado National Forest, Room 5F, 300 W. Congress, Tucson, AZ 85701 or faxed to +1 (555) 000-0000 or emailed to contact@example.gov by close of business February 5, 2010. 3. Note: 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. 4. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC 2005-38), effective January 11, 2010. 5. This acquisition is set-aside 100% for small businesses. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 115310 and the size standard is $16.5 million. 6. Price Range is between $25,000 and $50,000. 7. Desired start work date for all services is on or before March 1, 2010. 8. Quotes must include a completed copy of [FAR] 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications, Commercial Items, paragraphs (c) through (m). If the Offeror has completed the annual representations and certifications electronically at http://orca.bpn.gov., submit only paragraph (b) from the provisions and a DUNS number. 11. [FAR] 52.212-2 Evaluation, Commercial Items is applicable with the following factors used to evaluate quotes: Price, technical capability, and past performance. To verify past performance and technical capability and be considered for award, quoters must submit the required documentation as instructed in the attached solicitation. 12. The following clauses are incorporated by reference and can be downloaded in their entirety at www.arnet.gov/far: [FAR] 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors, Commercial Items, [FAR] 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions, Commercial Items, [FAR] 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders, Commercial Items; [FAR] 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government; [FAR] 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer'Central Contractor Registration (Oct 2003): proof of contractor registration in CCR required before the Government can effect an award; [FAR] 52.219-8 Utilization of Small Business Concerns. 13. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the Forest Service. The quotation that is most advantageous to the Government, based on the evaluation factors contained in this solicitation, will be selected for award. 14. A single award is contemplated; however, the government reserves the right to decrease or increase quantities in accordance with pricing and availability of funds. 15. A site visit and pre-quote conference conducted by Forest Service personnel is scheduled for 1000 AM on January 21, 2010. The initial meeting site is at the Oracle Fire Department located on 1475 West American Avenue, Oracle, AZ 85623. To confirm attendance for the site visit, please contact Delia Gastelum at +1 (555) 000-0000 or electronically at contact@example.gov. 16. For further information contact Mark Hostetler at +1 (555) 000-0000 or by email at contact@example.gov. 1.