Purchase of 2010 - 2012 model year KEI Class Mini Trucks

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA) AGRICULTURE RESEARCH SERVICES (ARS) Solicitation Number: AG-3K06-S-11-SJ02 Title: Purchase of 2010 - 2012 model year KEI Class Mini Trucks This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation (number AG-3K06-S-11-SJ02) is hereby issued as a request for quote (RFQ). This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005-52. This solicitation is being issued as a total small business set-aside. The applicable NAICS code and size standard for this application is 441110 and not greater than $21 dollars. All responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency. OBJECTIVES The United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service located in Beltsville, Maryland, requires two (2) KEI Class mini trucks with a quantity option to purchase up six (6). The KEI Class Mini Trucks are used to meet the needs for ground maintenance. REQUIREMENTS The Contractor shall provide 2010 - 2012 model year mini trucks with four wheel drive, tight turning radius, a large cargo area, and excellent fuel economy and is versatile for the U.S. National Arboretum (USNA) gardens. The maximum mileage not to exceed is 300 miles. Specifications are provided in Attachment 1. DELIVERY The Contractor shall deliver the trucks within 24 weeks of the award date. NOTE This acquisition is being conducted using "lowest price technically acceptable" meeting or exceeding the specified requirements. PROVISIONS FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items applies to this solicitation. The contractor shall either complete the on-line Offeror Representations and Certifications or return a completed copy of the Offeror Representations and Certifications with their quotation. The Online Reps and Certs Application Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA) can be found at http://www.bpn.gov., or a hard copy of the provision may be attained from http://www.arnet.gov/far. The following FAR provisions are incorporated by reference: 52.212-1 Instructions to offerors -- Commercial Items and 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items applies to this acquisition. 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Commercial Items apply to this acquisition. The following FAR clauses identified in FAR 52.212-5 are considered checked and are applicable to this acquisition; 52.219-27 Notice of Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set-Aside; 52.222-3 Convict Labor; 52.222-19 Child Labor - Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies; 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities; 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity; 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons; 52.232-36 Payment by Third Party (May 1999); 52.225-1 Buy American Act-Supplies; 52.225-13, Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases; 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer Central Contractor Registration (CCR), 52.246-2 Inspection of Supplies-Fixed-Price. Offers must be received by August 3, 2011 at 2:00 PM EST at the Agricultural Research Service, Acquisition and Property Division, ATTN: Sheronda Jones, 5601 Sunnyside Ave., Room 4-2770 C, Beltsville, MD 20705-5000. E-mailed offers are acceptable; however, it is the responsibility of the offeror to verify receipt of e-mailed documents. E-mailed to Sheronda.Jones@ars.usda.gov. For more information regarding this solicitation, please contact Sheronda Jones, (301) 504-1089. ATTACHMENT 1 Purchase of 2010 - 2012 model year KEI Class Mini Trucks for the U.S. National Arboretum (USNA) SPECIFICATIONS Color: White Dimensions: overall width, height, wheelbase: 58" wide, 11'4 long, 70" tall at top of cab, full enclosed cab, heater/defroster (NO Air Conditioning, unless at no cost). Engine: type gasoline, displacement 660cc, fuel injected, 3 cylinder, 46 hp Turning radius: 13 feet Drive train: 4 wheel drive, shift on the "fly", power steering Dump body: domestically manufactured (USA), domestically installed with all USA components, in cab body lift controls. Dump to provide maximum lift to completely dump contents of body. Cargo bed dimensions: 6'4" x 55.5" Fuel capacity: 9 gal. Transmission type: (4 or 5 speed manual) Turf tires: Carlisle multi tract 4 or 6 ply tires Lift Kit: To accommodate larger tires MSO: Manufacture's Statement of Origin Vendor: must provide proof of 10 day part availability, proof of extensive part inventory, and proof of serve capability.