Prime P and N Type Wafers

Request for Quotation
This serves as an official Request for Quotation (RFQ) for products and/or services in accordance with Sandia's terms and conditions.
NOTICE OF SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE - 980F27 (10-22)
1. Offers are solicited only from small business concerns. Offers received from concerns that are not small business concerns shall be considered nonresponsive and will be rejected. 2. Offers must be representative of the NAICS Code and business size standard as noted in this solicitation. 3. Any award resulting from this solicitation will be made to a small business concern. Definition: Small business concern, means a concern, including its affiliates, that is independently owned and operated, not dominant in the field of operation in which it is bidding on Government subcontracts, and qualified as a small business under the criteria and size standards in 13 CFR Part 121 (see Federal Acquisition Regulation 19.102). Such a concern is not dominant in its field of operation when it does not exercise a controlling or major influence on a national basis in a kind of business activity in which a number of business concerns are primarily engaged. In determining whether dominance exists, consideration shall be given to all appropriate factors, including volume of business, number of employees, financial resources, competitive status or position, ownership or control of materials, process, patents, license agreements, facilities, sales territory, and nature of business activity. Notice: Under 15 U.S.C. 645(d), any person who misrepresents a firm's status as a small business concern in order to obtain a subcontract to be awarded under the preference programs established pursuant to sections 8(a), 8(d), 9, or 15 of the Small Business Act or any other provision of Federal law that specifically references section 8(d) for a definition of program eligibility, shall: be punished by imposition of a fine, imprisonment, or both; be subject to administrative remedies, including suspension and debarment; and be ineligible for participation in programs conducted under the authority of the Act.
SUBCONTRACT AWARD BASIS - OPTIONS - 980F11 (05-17)
Offeror shall quote its most favorable price and terms, since any subcontract resulting from this Request for Quotation (RFQ) may be awarded on the basis of initial offers. NTESS has limited funds for the completion of this project. Award is anticipated to be made to the responsible Offeror who meets NTESS' requirements and offers the lowest net cost to NTESS for the base requirement, or the base requirement plus those additive alternates or options, selected in consecutive order, the total of which falls within the available funds. Low net cost includes price, transportation charges, and payment discount terms.
In order to maximize its expenditure of Government (taxpayer) funding, NTESS reserves the right to accept, reject, or negotiate any or all terms of the Offeror�s proposal.
INVOICING - 812INV (11-17)
Subcontractor shall submit an original invoice within thirty (30) days of delivery of goods or services or once monthly within the Period of Performance in accordance with subcontract Terms and Conditions. Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) strongly encourages Subcontractors to submit invoicing electronically via SNL's web-based iSupplier portal. See URL http://www.sandia.gov/working_with_sandia/current_suppliers/accounts_payable/electronic.html for information on using SNL Electronic Invoicing (E-invoice). Invoices may also be submitted by U.S. Mail addressed as shown on the cover page.
INVOICING INSTRUCTIONS: Any deviation from the following invoicing instructions, including invoices delivered to a street address, MAY DELAY PAYMENT.
A. Submittal Requirements: All invoices submitted to SNL must:
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(a) Be submitted using Electronic Invoicing via Sandia's web-based iSupplier portal. An invoice image and/or supporting documentation must be attached to the E-invoice record created in iSupplier to avoid delay in payment; or
(b) be addressed as follows unless otherwise specified in the subcontract:
Sandia National Laboratories
Accounts Payable
PO Box 5800 MS 1385
Albuquerque, NM 87185
2. include the National Technology and Engineering Solutions of Sandia, LLC (NTESS) subcontract document number as it appears in the subcontract,
3. include the Subcontractor name exactly as stated in the subcontract,
4. identify a unique invoice number and date,
5. for each item invoiced, identify the line item number, description/part number and quantity exactly as stated in the NTESS subcontract,
6. if the subcontract allows partial shipment, identify quantity of items remaining to be shipped,
7. include any applicable freight charges (including freight forwarder charges paid by Subcontractor),
8. include freight bill for any freight charges of $100 or more.
9. indicate whether invoice is the final invoice.
If Subcontractor has more than one NTESS subcontract, invoice each subcontract separately.
Payment terms begin upon receipt of invoice by NTESS Accounts Payable.
In order for payment to occur, any freight charges invoiced separately by either a freight carrier or a sub-tier subcontractor must include: NTESS subcontract number, and if available, NTESS project and task number, and organization number.
If Subcontractor owes NTESS money, repayment is expected from the Subcontractor. If not received, offset will occur against Subcontractor's invoice(s).
Do not submit duplicate invoices.
B. Payment Method: NTESS' required payment mechanism is Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) accompanied by e-mail notification following the execution of an EFT payment. If not already signed up to receive EFT from NTESS, upon subcontract award, Subcontractor shall submit an Electronic Funds Transfer Agreement (Form SF 9424-EFT), located at http://www.sandia.gov/resources/employees/corporate_forms/_assets/documents/9424eft.docx to Accounts Payable Supplier Data Management Team at isupplier@sandia.gov or by faxing it to (505) 284-4798.
C. Payment Information: Payment information may be obtained via the iSupplier Portal. If not already set up with a user name/password, e-mail the Supply Chain Helpdesk at supreg@sandia.gov to obtain these. Use the ISupplier portal for online viewing of the status of payments.
DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY - 404KDB (07-24)
The following NTESS personnel are hereby authorized to act as official representatives of NTESS for the specific purpose(s) shown below, subject to the Section II limitations as authorized. Delegated representatives shall exercise no supervision over the Subcontractor's employees. SANDIA DELEGATED REPRESENTATIVE(S) (SDR): Name/Org Number/Phone Number/Mail Stop/Email [@SDR1@] [@SDR2@] [@SDR3@]
SDR DUTIES DELEGATED: Act as the technical liaison; inspect and accept deliverables; review, approve, and request support documentation for invoices; ensure safety in accordance with NTESS's Environment, Safety, and Health Laboratory Policy System (LPS) which includes obtaining management approval of the Contract Specific Safety Plans (CSSP), and retain a copy of the approved CSSP; track subcontractor compliance to all required safety and security requirements; ensure subcontractor personnel have completed required training before allowing work to begin; provide approval of foreign travel including obtaining DOE approval per LPS FIN001, Travel and Expense Report Policy, in accordance with the terms of the subcontract; track government-furnished property/materials (GFP/M) to include performing site visits when indicated by ISCM004.1, Manage GFP/GFM; and ensure that security requirements are followed per LPS Safeguards & Security.
The Subcontractor shall not start plans for international travel without first successfully completing the required training (EC100, Export Control and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Basics), and obtaining final DOE approval from International Securities Operations (ISO) via the SDR. SUBCONTRACT BUSINESS LIAISON(S) (SBL): Name/Email/Phone Number [@SBL@]
SBL DUTIES DELEGATED: Interface with the Subcontractor regarding: (1) the NTESS badge request process; (2) coordinate with subcontractor/subcontractor personnel to provide and validate completion of required training and supporting documentation; (3) management/tracking of any government furnished property; and (4) coordination of written foreign travel authorization approval from the SDR if specific travel plans are established in the statement of work clause. NOTE: If a Subcontract Business Liaison is not listed, the aforementioned duties are delegated to the Sandia Delegated Representative(s). For the purpose of adding/modifying the SDR or SBL, the revision may occur via an email notification reflecting the change to the clause. A subcontract revision is not required if this notification is issued. A copy of the email notification shall be part of the subcontract file and shall be legally binding on the parties.
NOTE: The Subcontracting Professional (SP) is the only person who can legally obligate NTESS for the expenditure of funds, change scope and/or level of effort and/or terms and conditions, negotiate, and sign documents legally binding NTESS. COMMITMENTS, OBLIGATIONS OR PROMISES, IMPLIED OR EXPRESSED, BY NTESS PERSONNEL OTHER THAN THE SP DO NOT BIND NTESS IN ANY MANNER.
PERSONAL ID VERIFICATION FOR EXTENDED PHYSICAL AND CYBER ACCESS 600ACC (11-20)
In accordance with NNSA SD 206.2, Implementation of Personal Identity Verification (PIV) for Uncleared Contractors, background investigations may be required for uncleared subcontractor and lower-tier subcontractor employee(s) requiring physical or cyber access to NTESS/SNL or DOE/NNSA owned or leased facilities and/or designated Information Technology (IT) systems for more than 179 calendar days. This includes any physical and cyber access combinations that exceed 179 days. The Subcontractor will be notified by SNL Personnel Security when the uncleared Personal Identity Verification (PIV) background investigation process is required. The Subcontractor shall ensure eligible employee(s) and lower-tier Subcontractor employees comply with the PIV process which includes: A. Electronic fingerprinting, B. Two forms of identification and having a photo taken, and C. Completion of SF85, Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions and OF306, Declaration for Federal Employment. Unfavorable PIV determinations will result in immediate revocation of physical and/or cyber access, and may result in the Subcontractor and lower-tier Subcontractor employee(s) removal from performance of work under this agreement. Uncleared Subcontractor and lower-tier Subcontractor employee(s) may appeal unfavorable PIV determinations to DOE/NNSA. Compliance with PIV procedures is required for Subcontractor and lower-tier Subcontractor employee(s) continued authorization to perform work and access to NTESS/SNL and DOE/NNSA sites and IT systems. For any additional questions, contact SNL Security Connection at (505) 845-1321 or security@sandia.gov. RESOURCES: FSO Toolcart (https://www.sandia.gov/FSO/index.htm), NTESS resource for badging, access, and security information.
BUY AMERICAN CERTIFICATE - 980D19 (08-2026)
"Domestic end product means" (1) An unmanufactured end product mined or produced in the United States; (2) An end product manufactured in the United States, if - (i) The cost of its components mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States exceeds 65% of the cost of all its components. Components of foreign origin of the same class or kind as those that the agency determines are not mined, produced, or manufactured in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities of a satisfactory quality are treated as domestic. Scrap generated, collected, and prepared for processing in the United States is considered domestic; or (ii) The end product is a COTS item. Note: "Assembly" may be considered "manufacturing", provided the assembly operations undertaken in the US make the item suitable for its intended use by NTESS and establish its identity. Operations performed after the item has been completed (e.g., packaging, testing) or to add a single component (e.g., one circuit) would not qualify as manufacturing. Certification
BUY AMERICAN CERTIFICATE - 980D19 (07-22) (1 of 2)
Please note that U.S. domestic sources are being sought. (Delete if not applicable) "Domestic end product means" (1) An unmanufactured end product mined or produced in the United States; (2) An end product manufactured in the United States, if - (i) The cost of its components mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States exceeds 55 percent of the cost of all its components. Components of foreign origin of the same class or kind as those that the agency determines are not mined, produced, or manufactured in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities of a satisfactory quality are treated as domestic. Scrap generated, collected, and prepared for processing in the United States is considered domestic; or (ii) The end product is a COTS item. Note: "Assembly" may be considered "manufacturing", provided the assembly operations undertaken in the US make the item suitable for its intended use by NTESS and establish its identity. Operations performed after the item has been completed (e.g., packaging, testing) or to add a single component (e.g., one circuit) would not qualify as manufacturing. Certification See BUY AMERICAN CERTIFICATE - 980D19 (07-22) (2 of 2)
SOW (BAA) Delete if not applicable
NTESS seeks a US domestic source of the following, full service silicon wafer manufacture for 200mm Prime Grade Wafers with wafer requirements with immediate availability of the following for the NTESS NM (87123), site. See attachment for SOW
Can your company meet this requirement?
BUY AMERICAN CERTIFICATE - 980D19 (07-22) (2 of 2)
Certification (a) The offeror certifies that each end product with an anticipated value exceeding $10,000 (except those listed in paragraph (b) below) is a domestic end product and that for other than COTS items, the offeror has considered components of unknown origin to have been mined, produced, or manufactured outside the United States. The offeror shall list as foreign end products those end products manufactured in the United States that do not qualify as domestic end products, i.e., an end product that is not a COTS item and does not meet the component test in paragraph (2) of the definition of domestic end product. The terms commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) item, component, domestic end product, end product, foreign end product, and United States are defined in FAR 52.225-1 Buy American Supplies. Note: For purposes of valuation against the $10,000 threshold, NTESS considers the purchase of multiples of a single item (e.g., twenty N95 masks) and bulk purchases (e.g., 1000-pc reel of capacitors) an individual item.
(b) Foreign End Products: Line Item No. Country of Origin
Section II
Per mandate of our Prime Contract with the DOE, we have to use our standard terms and conditions (Ts & Cs) SF6432-CM (Current as of Rev 0 of the pursuant Contract). These T&C's can be found at the following address http://www.sandia.gov/working_with_sandia/procurement/current_suppliers/contractor_bidder/index.html
980A39 - PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH INVERTED DOMESTIC CORPORATIONS (05-17)
Per FAR 52.209-10 Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations, Offeror shall disclose whether it meets the definition of an inverted domestic corporation under 6 U.S.C. 395(b), applied in accordance with the rules and definitions of 6 U.S.C. 395(c).
Total Price
Please respond with your best possible pricing in this field.
Note: Unless otherwise noted in the Statement of work, all shipping will be FOB-D Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Pricing Certification
The Subcontractor warrants that the prices of the items/services set forth, herein, do not exceed those charged by
the Subcontractor to any other customer purchasing the same items, in like or comparable quantities. All prices
quoted shall be in accordance with any special requirements imposed by NTESS as stated in the Statement of
Work.
PROHIBITED COMPS, EQUIP, SYSTEMS, PROD, SOFTWARE & SERVICES CERT- 980D30 (10-19)
[ ] The Offeror represents that it will not provide or use components, equipment, systems, software, and services from listed covered vendors in performance and deliverables in subcontracts or other contractual instruments resulting from this solicitation. This prohibition applies to all covered vendor items and services, whether purchased directly from the covered vendor or through a third-party. Subcontractor shall flow down this requirement to lower tier suppliers in subcontracts, including subcontracts for commercial items.
Covered Vendors
(i) FAR 52.204-23-Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab and Other Covered Entities is, hereby, incorporated by reference in full force and effect. This requirement includes, but is not limited to, hardware, software, and services developed or provided by Kaspersky Lab; any successor entity to Kaspersky Lab; any entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with Kaspersky Lab; or any entity of which Kaspersky Lab has a majority ownership. Additional prohibition requirements and "covered article" definitions are stated in the FAR clause.
(ii) FAR 52.204-25-Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment is, hereby, incorporated by reference in full force and effect. This requirement includes, but is not limited to, covered telecommunications or video surveillance equipment or services produced by Huawei Technologies Company or ZTE Corporation (or any subsidiary or affiliate of such entities) and Hytera Communications Corporation, Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Company, or Dahua Technology Company (or any subsidiary or affiliate of such entities). Additional prohibition requirements, "covered telecommunications equipment or services," "covered foreign country," "critical technology," and "substantial or essential components" definitions are stated in FAR clause.
(iii) All products and services from Acronis (or any subsidiary or affiliate)
Royalty Information
Please respond Yes/No
Cost or charges for royalties. If the response to this solicitation contains costs or charges for royalties totaling more than $250.00, the following shall be included in the response relating to each separate item of royalty or license fee:
Name and address of licensor:
Date of license agreement:
Patent numbers. Patent application serial numbers, or other basis on which the royalty is payable:
Brief description, including any part or model numbers of each contract item or component on which the royalty is payable:
Percentage of dollar rate of royalty per unit:
Unit price of contract item:
Number of units:
Total dollar amount of royalties:
Copies of current licenses. In addition, if specifically requested by NTESS before execution of the Subcontract, the offeror shall furnish a copy of the current license agreement and an identification of applicable claims of specific patents or other basis upon which the royalty may be payable.
The term “royalties” as used in this solicitation instruction refers to any costs or charges in the nature of royalties, license fees, patent or license amortization costs, or the like, for the use of or for rights in patents and patent applications that will be used in the performance of the resulting subcontract.
PRODUCTS FROM RUSSIA/UKRAINE-RELATED SANCTIONED AREAS DISCLOSURE
Offerors must disclose whether they will furnish any services or products shipped from, or manufactured in or that include components manufactured in, Russia, Belarus, the Crimea region, or the Donetsk and Luhansk areas of Ukraine. Offeror's response to this solicitation shall be deemed certification that it is not furnishing such services or products.