RAPID system Camera Upgrade

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commodities prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subparts12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. The 319th Contracting Flight at 575 Tuskegee Airman Blvd bldg 418, Grand Forks AFB, ND 58205 intends to solicit and award a sole source purchase order to Applied Research Associates, Inc. for acquisition and installation of three (3) Hurley Medium Range Thermal Imager (MRTI) systems to be incorporated into the Integrated Base Defense Security Systems (IBDSS) equipment already in use at Grand Forks AFB. PRICE SCHEDULE ITEM DESCRIPTION OF MATERIAL OR SERVICES TO BE PURCHASED QUANTITY/UNIT UNIT PRICE TOTAL 0001 Supplies and Services: EMX Camera Replacement. Remove and Replace EMX cameras from (3) RAPID systems with Hurley Medium Range Thermal Imager (MRTI) EO/IR cameras. Install and integrate new cameras into ARA Integrated Base Defense Security System (IBDSS). Test cameras to ensure correct pan, tilt and zoom capabilities and display on command control display equipment. Install software updates to most current compatible approved versions of required programs. Test and verify new components are functioning properly and fully integrated into the system. Reconfigure system hardware as needed. Turn over EMX cameras to government for disposition. Project includes cost for installation supplies to mount and connect MRTI with cameras include extended warranty coverage for one year. Training will be provided on any and all new software procedures. Travel costs are included to include air and ground transportation, lodging and per diem. 1 EA tiny_mce_marker_________ tiny_mce_marker__________ EXTENDED TOTAL: $ DELIVERY TIME (days ARO): 30 Days This is an unrestricted acquisition; all responsible offers will be accepted. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-69. The NAICS code for the acquisition is 334290 and the size standard is 750 employees. Acknowledgement of RFQ, if any, for acceptance of offers. Discussions may not be held with offerors; therefore, each offerors initial quote should be complete and accurate. One award will be made based on which offer is fully in compliance with requirements, and provides the lowest price technically acceptable offer. The following provisions and clauses can be viewed through Internet access at the Air Force FAR Site, http://farsite.hill.af.mil. In Accordance with FAR 52.252-1 and FAR 52.252-2, the following provisions and clauses are incorporated by reference or by full text (see prescription for use): FAR 52.202-1, Definitions FAR 52.204-7, System for Award Management. FAR52.232-33, Payment by electronic funds FAR 52.232-1, Payments; FAR 52.233-3, Protest after award FAR 52.222-3, Convict Labor FAR 52.222-19, Child Labor FAR 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities FAR 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity FAR 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities FAR 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons FAR 52.223-18, Encouraging Contractor Policies To Ban Text Messaging While Driving FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors, Commercial Items. Offers must be able to provide a copy of their annual representations and certificates electronically on the ORCA website at http://orca.bpn.gov. FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation -- Commercial Items (Jan 1999) FAR 52.212-3, Offerors Representations and Certifications-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 Deviation FAR 52.242-15, Stop Work Order FAR 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-System for Awards Management FAR 52.252-5, Authorized Deviations in Provisions FAR 52.252-6, Authorized Deviations in Clauses. The use in this solicitation or contract of any DFARS (48 CFR Chapter 2) provision or clause with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of "(DEVIATION)" after the name of the regulation. In accordance with DFARS 252.204-7004 Alternate A, System for Award Management, prior to receiving any contract award, contractors must be registered Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). If not already registered, you should immediately register with SAM via the Internet at http://www.sam.gov. Confirmation of SAM registration must be obtained before award can be made. DFARS 252.212-7001, (DEV), Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items (DEVIATION) DFARS 252.203-7000, Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials DFARS 252.203-7002, Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights DFARS 252.204-7003, Control of Government Personnel Work Product DFARS 252.204-7006, Billing Instructions DFARS 252.225-7001, Buy American and Balance of Payments Program DFARS 252.225-7002, Qualifying Country Sources as Subcontractors DFARS 252.232-7003, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports DFARS 252.232-7010, Levies on contract payments DFARS 252.247-7023, Alt III Transportation of Supplies by Sea, Alternate III AFFARS 5352.201-9101, OMBUDSMAN (NOV 2012) - (a) An ombudsman has been appointed to hear and facilitate the resolution of concerns from offerors, potential offerors, and others for this acquisition. When requested, the ombudsman will maintain strict confidentiality as to the source of the concern. 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). (c) If resolution cannot be made by the contracting officer, concerned parties may contact the Center/MAJCOM or AFISRA ombudsmen, Mr. Gregory S. Oneal, HQ AMC/A7K, 507 Symington Drive, Scott AFB, IL 62225-5022, (618) 229-0267, Fax (618) 256-6668, e-mail: gregory.oneal@us.af.mil. Concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations that cannot be resolved at the MAJCOM/DRU or ARISRA level, may be brought by the concerned party for further consideration to the Air Force ombudsman, Associate Deputy Assistant Secretary (ADAS) (Contracting), SAF/AQC, 1060 Air Force Pentagon, Washington DC 20330-1060, phone number (703) 588-7004, facsimile number (703) 588-1067. (d) The ombudsman has no authority to render a decision that binds the agency. (e) Do not contact the ombudsman to request copies of the solicitation, verify offer due date, or clarify technical requirements. Such inquiries shall be directed to the Contracting Officer. Offers should be sent via e-mail, but may be sent in writing or by fax, to the Purchasing Agent, MSgt Christopher Klaassen and Mr. Jeremiah Snedker. Any interested party, other than Applied Research Associates, Inc., that feels they can satisfy this requirement must identify their interest, experience, and capability to satisfy the requirement no later than five days after the posted date of this announcement to 319 CONF/LGCA - 575 Tuskegee Airmen Blvd, Grand Forks, ND. 58205, ATTN: MSgt Christopher Klaassen and Mr. Jeremiah Snedker. For more information email Christopher.klaassen@us.af.mil or call at # 701-747-5292 and jeremiah.snedker@us.af.mil or call at # 701-747-5299. Fax # 701-747-4215. ATTACHMENTS Attachment # Title Pages 1 Justification and Approval for Other than full and open competition 4 (redacted) 2 Statement of Work 2