Universal Vehicle Adapters (P/N: MRC-UVA 1302-000-000)

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 synopsis / solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation is attached. PROVISIONS/CLAUSES: see attached solicitation for all provisions and clauses that will/may apply to this solicitation and/or contract. The Naval Air Warfare Center, Aircraft Division, Lakehurst has a requirement for the MRC-UVA Universal Vehicle Adapter (PN: 1302-000-000) from Ultralife Corporation. This solicitation is being issued as a limited competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and identified third party resellers. This is a Brand name only procurement with no set aside preference, under the authority of FAR 6.3.02-1(c). The Government intends to issue a firm fixed price type contract for the acquisition of up to 336 each Ultralife Corporation Brand Name MRC-UVA Universal Vehicle Adapters. Equipment Condition - New equipment only; no remanufactured or "gray market" items. Offeror(s) are also to provide the terms of commercial warranty. Offeror(s) are to submit their proposal on the full quantity identified. The Government reserves the right to make multiple awards from this solicitation as stated in FAR clause 52.212-1(h)"Multiple awards". The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the response date. The Contracting Officer reserves the right to make no award under this procedure. Partial quotes will not be considered. Offerors should read this requirement, and all attachment(s), carefully and submit the requested information as stated. Failure to submit a proposal for each line item will result in the entire proposal being deemed non-responsive. Only one proposal per Offeror will be considered. Proposal must state the time period that proposed prices are valid (i.e. 30 days, or a date certain). Incomplete and/or late proposal(s) will not be considered for evaluation and/or award. NOTE: The final proposed price(s), both total and individual, MUST include all applicable taxes, fees, gratuities, commissions, service charges, etc...NO EXCEPTIONS. The Federal Government is tax exempt. Offeror(s) are put on notice that the Government will not be held liable for any requirement that is to be paid for by participants or any amounts associated with those items, including any guaranteed minimum purchases that the Offeror(s) may require. A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful Offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offers specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award. DELIVERY / SHIP-TO LOCATION: see attached solicitation for delivery instructions / ship-to location(s). Shipping Instructions - Shipping must be free on board (FOB) destination CONUS (Continental U.S.), which means that the seller must deliver the goods on its conveyance at the destination specified by the buyer, and the seller is responsible for the cost of shipping and risk of loss prior to actual delivery at the specified destination. The solicitation states the required delivery schedule for the quantities listed. Offerors are to provide their delivery schedule on the quantities listed, if different than the dates listed on the solicitation; however earlier deliveries are acceptable at no additional cost to the Government. System for Award Management (SAM) Requirement - This solicitation requires registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) in order to be considered for award, pursuant to applicable regulations and guidelines. Registration information can be found at www.sam.gov. Registration must be listed as "ACTIVE" in SAM at time of award. BASIS OF AWARD: Award will be to the lowest price technically acceptable proposal from a responsible Offeror. Email your proposal to William Waterhouse, Contract Specialist, via the email specified in this announcement. An official authorized to bind your company shall sign the submitted proposal and/or solicitation document. Questions concerning this solicitation should be addressed to William Waterhouse, Contract Specialist, via the email specified in this announcement. All questions or inquiries must be submitted in writing (email is acceptable). Any question(s) received telephonically will not be answered and you will be directed to submit your question in writing to the Contract Specialist via the email specified in this announcement.