SURVIVAL TRAINING EQUIPMENT

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6 as supplemented with the additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This requirement F3G3BA8197A0001, is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-24. The NAICS for this solicitation is 453998. The size standard for a small business under this NAICS code is $7.0 employees. This is a small business set aside. This is a commercial request for 1 EA 5 point harness webbing nylon, adjustable, emergency quick release (for training), color black, simulates the actual Helo harness and 1 EA SWET or equal a single-place emergency egress trainer that has a specially designed frame fitted with buoyancy pods that allow it to be easily handled and inverted by instructors. Used very effectively to conduct basic disorientation and Emergency Breathing Systems (EBS/HEEDS) familiarization procedures. Righted in less than two seconds without the trainer having to touch the trainee. This ensures optimum safety during training. The shape and weight distribution can easily invert and right the device with the student strapped in the device. Constructed of Lightweight Marine-Grade Aluminum. Rotates through any Axis (X,Y,Z). Collapsible. Adaptable to a 2,3,4 or 5-point restraint harness configuration. Free floating. Easily transportable. Provided with one generic exit and Exit Mechanism handle. Construct of materials and fabricated in such a manner as to minimize any sharp edges, corners, or other protuberances that might cause injury trainee and/or instructor(s) above, on or below the surface of the water. Incorporate a simple, fail-safe simulated emergency exit that is easily removable, to ensure the safety of the trainee and control of the exercise. Durable training aid designed for repetitive use in the pool-training environment. Award Basis: Best Value. The following factors will be used to evaluate the offer: Technical Capability, Price, and delivery schedule. Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) provision 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial, applies to this solicitation. FAR provision 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Items, is also applicable. In addition to the price list and drawing, offerors shall submit with their offer a completed copy of FAR provision 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items with Alternate I. The following clauses apply to this solicitation and resulting award: FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items; FAR 52.212-5 (Deviation), Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders-Commercial Items {Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DRARS) Deviation}; FAR 52.204-1 CCR; 52.211-6 Brand Name or Equal; FAR 52.222-3 Convict Labor; FAR 52.222-19 Child Labor, FAR 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities, FAR 52.222-22 Previous Contracts & Compliance Reports; FAR 52.222-25 Affirmative Action; FAR 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity; FAR 52.223-4, Recovered Material Certification; FAR 52.223-9, Percentage of Recovered Material Content for EPA-Designated Products; FAR 52.232-33, Mandatory Information for Electronic Funds Transfer Payment; FAR 52.233-3 Protest After Award; FAR 52.243-1, Changes-Fixed Price; far 52.247-34 FOB Destination, FAR 52.249-8 Default Fixed Price Svc/Supply; FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference, 52.253-6 Authorized Deviations is Clauses; DFAR 252.204-7004, Required Central Contractor Registration; DFAR 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items; DFAR 252.225-7001, Buy American Act and Balance of Payments Program; DFAR 252.225-7002, Qualifying Country Sources as Subcontractors and AFFARS 5352.201-9101, Ombudsman. All contractors must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database to receive a DOD award or payment. Lack of registration in CCR will make an offeror ineligible for award. Information concerning clauses and provision incorporated by reference may be obtained at http://farsite.hill.af.mil. Quotes are due on or before 3:30 P.M., Pacific Standard Time, on 23 SEP 2008. Electronic quotes are preferred. Fax the quote (including Reps and Certs) to Laurie Banks at (702) 652-5405 or e-mail at laurie.banks@nellis.af.mil (preferred method).