V -- Car Rental Services BPA

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 included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-21. This is a commercial acquisition and it is a 100% Total Small Business set-aside; all responsible sources may submit a quote. The associated NAICS code is 532111 with a size standard of 23.5M. The government intends to issue a pre-priced Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Commercial Vehicle Rental of 7-passenger minivans, 7 to 8-passenger SUVs and/or 12-passenger vans for use by the Air Mobility Warfare Center at Ft Dix, NJ. Each call placed against this BPA will be for approximately three or more 7-passenger minivans to perform over a 10-day period. The exact number of minivans needed will be determined at the time of the call. The vendor will be required to provide the stated vehicles when the call is made. See the attached price list schedule. All prospective offerors interested in submitting a quote on this solicitation must have a Commercial and Government Entity code (CAGE code). All potential sources must obtain a DUNS number and register in the Central Contractor Register (CCR) in order to transact business with the government. Failure to obtain a DUNS number, register in ORCA, and register in the CCR may result in the delay of award or possible award to the next otherwise successful offer that is registered in the CCR at the time of award. One of the following paragraphs will apply:(a) Prospective contractors shall complete electronic annual representations and certifications at http://orca.bpn.gov in conjunction with required registration in the Central Contracting Registration (CCR) database (see FAR 4.1102) or (b) Prospective contractors shall update the representations and certifications submitted to ORCA as necessary, but at least annually to ensure they are kept current, accurate, and complete. The representations and certifications are effective until one year from the date of submission or update to ORCA. All responsible sources may submit a quote, which will be considered by the agency. Award will be made to the offeror whose offer conforms to the solicitation requirements and provides the lowest total price. Questions should be submitted in writing and emailed to karin.quagliato@mcguire.af.mil. The following clauses and provisions are incorporated and are to remain in full force in any resultant purchase order: The provisions at FAR 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998), FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors Commercial Items (Nov 2007), and FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications--Commercial Items (Nov 2007). The clauses at FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998), FAR 52.204-7 Central Contractor Registration; with 252.204-7004 ALT A (Nov 2007) Note: Lack of registration in the Central Contractor Registration will make an offeror ineligible for award. FAR 52.209-6 Protecting the Government?s Interest when Subcontracting With Contractors Debarred, Suspended or Proposed for Debarment (Sep 2006), FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items (Feb 2007), and FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders--Commercial Items (Aug 2007) apply to this acquisition; under Para (b), the following clauses are incorporated: FAR 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set Aside (Jun 2003) FAR 52.222-3 Convict Labor (Jun 2003) FAR 52.222-19 Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (Aug 2007) FAR 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (Mar 2007), FAR 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities (Jun 1998), FAR 52.232-36 Payment by Third Party (May 1999); FAR 52.247-34 F.O.B. Destination (Nov 1991); FAR 52.222-41 Service Contract Act of 1965 As amended (Sep 2007); FAR 52.222-42 Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires (May 1989); DFAR 252.212-7001 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items (Apr 2007); under Para (b), the following clauses are incorporated: and DFAR 252.243-7001 Pricing of Contract Modifications (Dec 1991). AFFARS 5352.201-9101- OMBUDSMAN (AUG 2005) (a) An ombudsman has been appointed to consider and facilitate the resolution of concerns from offerors, potential offerors, and others for this acquisition. When requested, the ombudsman will maintain strict confidentiality as to the source of the concern. The existence of the ombudsman does not affect the authority of the program manager, contracting officer, or source selection official. Further, the ombudsman does not participate in the evaluation of proposals, the source selection process, or the adjudication of protests or formal contract disputes. The ombudsman may refer the party to another official who can resolve the concern. The ombudsman may not serve as an advocate for any party. (b) Before consulting with an ombudsman, concerned parties must first address their concerns, issues, disagreements, and/or recommendations to the contracting officer for resolution. Consulting an ombudsman does not alter or postpone the timelines for any other processes (e.g., agency level bid protests, GAO bid protests, requests for debriefings, employee-employer actions, contests of OMB Circular A-76 competition performance decisions). (c) If resolution cannot be made by the contracting officer, concerned parties may contact the Center/MAJCOM ombudsmen. Concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations that cannot be resolved at the MAJCOM/DRU level, may be brought by the concerned party for further consideration to the Air Force ombudsman, Associate Deputy Assistant Secretary (ADAS) (Contracting), SAF/AQC 1060 Air Force Pentagon, Washington DC 20330-1060, phone number (703) 588-7004, facsimile number (703) 588-1067. Mr. Michael R. Jackson, HQ AMC/A7K, 507 Symington Drive, Scott AFB IL 62225-5022, (618) 229-0267, fax (618) 256-6668, email: Michael.jackson@scott.af.mil. (d) The ombudsman has no authority to render a decision that binds the agency. (e) Do not contact the ombudsman to request copies of the solicitation, verify offer due date, or clarify technical requirements. Such inquiries shall be directed to the Contracting Officer. (End of clause) No telephonic responses will be processed. Please submit the following with the quotation: 1) Cover sheet with company name 2) Price List 3) Completed Representations and Certifications, as required in FAR 52.212-3 with Alternate I and DFAR 252.212-7000 (accessible at the Air Force FAR Site, http://farsite.hill.af.mil), to 305 CONS/LGCA, 2402 Vandenberg Ave McGuire AFB, NJ 08641. Quotes are due at or before 1300 hours (1:00PM.) EST, 14 December 2007. Quotations may be faxed to Karin Quagliato at (609) 754-4642 or emailed to karin.quagliato@mcguire.af.mil. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: The contractor shall provide: a. Seven passenger minivans, seven to eight passenger SUVs, and/or 12 passenger vans that shall be in clean and safe operating order in accordance with NJ State Law. b. Note: Commercial Vehicles are subject to government inspection. PRICE LIST BREAKDOWN: 7-passenger minivan (Ea)$_________ Each Day $_________ Per Week; 7 to 8-passenger SUV (Ea)$_________ Each Day $_________ Per Week; 12-passenger van (Ea) $_________ Each Day $_________ Per Week; Any mandatory required fees (please list fees) $_________ ***Any additional fees or Price Lists should be included with your quote***