S--HERBICIDE APPLICATION SERVICES CONTRACT AWARD FOR THE LONG BRANCH LAKE PROJECT, MACON COUNTY, MISSOURI

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. The US Army Corps of Engineers, Long Branch Lake Project Office, Macon County, Missouri, has a requirement for Herbicide Application Services. In order to procure this requirement, this synopsis / solicitation (W912DQ-08-T-0094) is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ), with the intent of issuing a Firm Fixed Price (FFP), multi-year contract (base year plus 4 option years). The base contract period shall be from 01 October 2008 (or date of award) through 30 September 2009. The annual Period of Performance for the option periods are 01 October through 30 September of each year (if exercised). In accordance with FAR Part 52.212-2 Evaluation Commercial Items (Jan 1999), the Contracting Officer will evaluate responsive and responsible offers on the basis of best value to the Government. In addition to using pricing as a determining factor, an evaluation of the contractors related past performance and experience shall be considered. The Contractor shall furnish all manpower, equipment, tools, supervision and all necessary items required to provide the required services per the attached Scope of Work. This solicitation is 100% SMALL BUSINESS SET ASIDE. The Standard Industry Classification (SIC) for this solicitation is 0782 and the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) is 561730 based on $6,500,000 or less for the past 12 months. The provision at FAR Part 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors Commercial, applies to this acquisition. In accordance with FAR Part 52.212-2 Evaluation Commercial Items (Jan 1999), the Contracting Officer will evaluate responsive and responsible offers on the basis of best value to the Government. In addition to using pricing as a determining factor, an evaluation of the contractors related past performance and experience shall be considered. This combined synopsis/solicitation will be posted on the Federal Government Electronic Posting Systems (EPS) site, https://www.fbo.gov. Any amendments will be posted on the affected solicitation page EPS site. It is the offeror's responsibility to monitor this site for the release of amendments (if any). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 12 and 13. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-26. A complete list of the applicable clauses and provisions is included in this solicitation. All provisions and clauses can be referenced and viewed through Internet access at http://farsite.hill.af.mil. Offerors must be registered with Offeror Representations and Certifications (ORCA) prior to award. The ORCA website address is https://orca.bpn.gov/ All contractors are required to Registered in the Central Contractors Registration (CCR). If not already registered, you should immediately register with CCR by calling +1 (555) 000-0000 or via the Internet at https://www.ccr.dlis.dla.mil/ccr/scripts/index.html . Contractors are required to have a Dun & Bradstreet number (DUNS) in order to be registered in the CCR database. Lack of registration prior to award, may make an offeror ineligible for award. A contractor can receive a DUNS number by calling Dun & Bradstreet at +1 (555) 000-0000. Internet registration takes approximately 72 hours: mail-in registration takes approximately 30 days. Interested parties must submit any questions in writing to the Contract Specialist listed below, by fax or email. US Army Corp of Engineers CT-C, Room #760 Attn: David Walsh, Contract Specialist 601 E 12th Street Kansas City MO 64106 Email: contact@example.gov Phone: +1 (555) 000-0000 Fax: +1 (555) 000-0000 / 2038 All interested contractors must download the detailed solicitation, scope of work, maps, and bid schedule from the following internet site: ftp://ftp.usace.army.mil/pub/nwk/Long_Branch_Lake_W912DQ-08-T-0094 Award will be made on or about 27 November 2008. It is the vendors responsibility to ensure that all quotations and required supporting documents are received at the following address before 20 November 2008 at 2:00pm CST: US Army Corp of Engineers CT-C, Room #760 Attn: David Walsh, Contract Specialist 601 E 12th Street Kansas City MO 64106 Email: contact@example.gov Phone: +1 (555) 000-0000 Fax: +1 (555) 000-0000 / 2038 NOTICE TO VENDORS It is the responsibility of the Quoter to ensure all required documents are received on or before the due date and time. Information received after bid closing date and time will not be considered and may deem the quoter non-responsive. All quotations and required supporting documents must be received at the following address before the specified due date and time: US Army Corp of Engineers CT-C, Room #760 Attn: David Walsh, Contract Specialist 601 E 12th Street Kansas City MO 64106 The solicitation number must be written on the front of the quotation. Vendors are required to bid on all option years (FY-10, FY-11, FY-12 and FY13). Quotes received not complying with this requirement will be considered non-responsive and will be rejected. All attached supporting forms and documentation must accompany the quotation. Quotes received not complying with this requirement may be considered non-responsive. For questions regarding this solicitation please contact: David Walsh at +1 (555) 000-0000, or contact@example.gov . PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE This Contract shall be effective on 1 October 2008 (or date of award, if later) and shall remain in full force and effect through 30 September 2009. Effective dates of fullyear renewal options (if exercised) shall be from 1 October through 30 September of the following year. POC for questions regarding this solicitation is: David Walsh Contract Specialist US Army Corps of Engineers Kansas City District, CT-C, Room 760 700 Federal Building 601 E. 12th Street Kansas City, MO 64106-2896 Phone: +1 (555) 000-0000 Email: contact@example.gov DOCUMENTS TO RETURN: In order to be considered responsive, quoters must complete and return all of the following no later than 20 Nov 2008 at 2:00pm CST: -Complete and return the quotation with a current mailing address, telephone number, quoters name, title, and signature. -Complete and return priced Bid Contract Line Items (CLINs). -Complete and return Contractors Work Experience Statement attachment. -Make 3 copies of Past Performance Questionnaire and Cover Letter attachment, and submit to 3 references. References need to fax the completed form to the Government at +1 (555) 000-0000 / 2038