PIP-II Lo, Clock Distribution Connectors

Fermilab, acting as a Department of Energy contractor, is seeking proposals for the procurement of PIP-II Lo, Clock Distribution Connectors under solicitation RFP_384959RLP, with a submission deadline of August 7, 2026. Proposals must include a formal quote on company letterhead, a completed RFP form, a completed Subcontractor Annual Representations & Certifications (SARC), and a completed PUR-466 form. The contract is structured as a firm-fixed price arrangement, governed by Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR) clauses, including requirements for domestic content under the Buy American Act, with a minimum threshold of 55% domestic content required for eligibility. Offers must comply with cybersecurity obligations under FAR 52.204-21 and FAR 52.204-9, and are prohibited from using products from Kaspersky Lab or other covered entities under FAR 52.204-23. Items must be free from counterfeit parts, labeled with country of origin, ECCN or EAR99 status, and HTS/Schedule B numbers, and must meet EnergyStar®, FEMP, and EPEAT standards for energy efficiency and environmental responsibility. The place of performance is Batavia, Illinois, with delivery governed by f.o.b. origin or f.o.b. destination terms as specified. All products must conform to commercial item standards under FAR 52.212-4 and carry warranties ensuring merchantability and fitness for purpose. Evaluation prioritizes compliance with domestic content thresholds and cost differentials, with non-compliant offers disqualified without further review. Subcontractors must certify independent pricing, comply with labor standards including paid sick leave and minimum wage requirements, and adhere to trafficking in persons prohibitions if subcontract value exceeds $550,000. Proposals must be submitted to the designated Procurement Specialist without a defined electronic portal or format, though confidentiality and secure handling of submissions are mandated. Payment will be issued upon formal acceptance by Fermilab’s contracting entity, though no specific payment office, accounting codes, or contract administration personnel details are provided in the solicitation.