This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, Solicitation number AG-3144-DK-12-0011, for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation is issued as a request for quotations. This document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-58, effective May 18, 2012. The Government intends to award a sole-source, firm-fixed price procurement under FAR Part 12.203 to Spyrus to provide Spyrus Secure Pocket Drive Builder Software to include Professional Services and an Out Year Platinum Support Subscription. See attached Justification/Approval permitting for other than full and open competition. In accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1(a)(2), the Government will negotiate directly with Spyrus. The proposed contract action is for the supplies and services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302. A determination not to compete this requirement is within the discretion of the Government. All responsible sources may submit a written capability statement, proposal, or quotation, which shall be considered by the agency. The anticipated award date is 20 July 2012, with a period of performance of date of award out one year. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) is 423430, Software, computer, packaged, merchant wholesaler's size standard of 100. All inquiries and concerns must be addressed in writing to USDA ITS Contracting Branch, ATTN: Danielle Knipper, 2150 Centre Ave., Bldg. A., Ste. 145, Fort Collins CO 80526 or sent by email to
contact@example.gov. Responses to this notice must be submitted by the date/time listed on the notice. The following clauses and provisions apply to this combined synopsis/solicitation-see attachment clause document for details. - The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items. - The provision at 52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Items - The provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items - The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items. - The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders- Commercial Items. - The provision at 452.209-70, Representation By Corporations Regarding an Unpaid Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction - The clause at 452.209-71, Assurance Regarding Felony Conviction or Tax Delinquent Status for Corporate Applicants. Description: 1. 2 Each-SPYRUS Secure Pocket Drive Builder 2. 2 Each-Out Year Platinum Support Subscription 3. Professional Services to include software training
