Trusted Internet Connectivity

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information contained in this notice. The procurement is being conducted under Contracting by Negotiation in accordance with FAR Part 15. This announcement constitutes the formal Request for Proposal (RFP). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through April 2012 Federal Acquisition Regulation revision, which includes the consolidation of all Federal Acquisition Circulars 2005-56. Questions regarding this RFP may be submitted in writing by February 22, 2013, 11:00 A.M. EST to Amy Sheib at ap370t@nih.gov. Responses will be posted to this requirement. It is anticipated that ONE AWARD will be made from this solicitation. This requirement is for an estimated 5 month term with options for four (4) successive one-year periods. All proposals received by March 4, 2013, 10:00 A.M. (Eastern Standard Time) will be considered by NLM. Responses must be in writing, and must include pricing information and meet the criteria requirement. All responses from responsible sources will be considered. Inquires regarding this procurement may be made to the National Library of Medicine, Office of Acquisitions, 6707 Democracy Boulevard, Suite 105, Bethesda, Maryland 20894-5488 (20817 for courier services), Attention: Amy Sheib, Contracting Officer, on ap370t@nih.gov. Only written responses will be answered. Please submit ONE (1) signed original and FIVE (5) copies of the proposal on or before 10:00 AM EST, January 17, 2013 to: Amy Sheib Contracting Officer National Library of Medicine, NIH Office of Acquisitions 6707 Democracy Blvd., Suite 105 MSC 5488 Bethesda, MD 20892-5488 (20817 for courier services)