This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, in conjunction with FAR 13.5, as applicable, and as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; bids are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation number is W9137182480002 and is issued as an invitation for bids (IFB), unless otherwise indicated herein. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2005-26. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 334310 with a small business size standard of 750 employees. This requirement is a [ Small Business ] set-aside and only qualified offerors may submit bids. The solicitation pricing on www.FedBid.com will start on the date this solicitation is posted and will end on 2008-09-16 16:30:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com. FOB Destination shall be Fort Jackson, SC 29207No Description Provided
The USA ACA Fort Jackson requires the following items, Exact Match Only, to the following:
LI 001, XTS4000 Partable Astro Digital 380- H18QCN9PW9 N. CLINS 0002 - 0004 are additions or enhancements to this item., 4, EA;
LI 002, ENH: 9600,3600 Astro Trunking SW - H45, 4, EA;
LI 003, ADD: XTS4000 Charging Adaptor - Q454, 4, EA;
LI 004, ENH: LACR 3-Year SVC XTS4000 - H885, 4, EA;
LI 005, Portable Astro Digital XTS5000 380- H18QDF9PW6 N . CLINs 0006-0012 are additions, enhancements or alternate to this item., 5, EA;
LI 006, ADD: Software Astro Digital - Q806, 5, EA;
LI 007, ENH: Project 25 9600 BAUD Trunking - Q361, 5, EA;
LI 008, ADD: AES/DES-XL/DES-OFB Encryption - Q15, 5, EA;
LI 009, ADD: XTS5000 UCM Hardware Encryption, 5, EA;
LI 010, ALT: Battery Impres NIMH FM 1700MAH - Q393, 5, EA;
LI 011, ENH: Two (2) Year Encrypted Express - Q58, 5, EA;
LI 012, ADD: Smartzone System Software - H38, 5, EA;
LI 013, Charger, Impress Smart Radip Rate - NTN1873, 5, EA;
LI 014, USB Programming Cable - NKN1029A, 5, EA;
LI 015, Cable Assy, XTS4000 Keyload - 0182297T15, 5, EA;
For this solicitation, USA ACA Fort Jackson intends to conduct an online competitive reverse auction to be facilitated by the third-party reverse auction provider, FedBid, Inc. FedBid has developed an online, anonymous, browser based application to conduct the reverse auction. An Offeror may submit a series of pricing bids, which descend in price during the specified period of time for the aforementioned reverse auction. USA ACA Fort Jackson is taking this action in an effort to improve both vendor access and awareness of requests and the agency's ability to gather multiple, competed, real-time bids. All responsible Offerors that respond to this solicitation MUST submit the pricing portion of their bid using the online exchange located at www.FedBid.com. There is no cost to register, review procurement data or make a bid on www.FedBid.com. Offerors that are not currently registered to use www.FedBid.com should proceed to www.FedBid.com to complete their free registration. Offerors that require special considerations or assistance may contact the FedBid Helpdesk at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or via email at clientservices@fedbid.com. Offerors may not artificially manipulate the price of a transaction on www.FedBid.com by any means. It is unacceptable to place bad faith bids, to use decoys in the www.FedBid.com process or to collude with the intent or effect of hampering the competitive www.FedBid.com process. Should offerors require additional clarification, notify the point of contact or FedBid at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or clientservices@fedbid.com. Use of FedBid: Buyers and Sellers agree to conduct this transaction through FedBid in compliance with the FedBid Terms of Use. Failure to comply with the below terms and conditions may result in offer being determined as non-responsive.
The selected Offeror must comply with the following commercial item terms and conditions. FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial, applies to this acquisition. The selected Offeror must submit a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items. FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition.
The following FAR clauses in paragraph (b) of FAR clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, will apply: 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-35, 52.222-36, 52.222-37, 52.225-13, 52.232-34. The full text of a FAR clause may be accessed electronically at http://www.acqnet.gov/far.
The following DFARS clauses are applicable under DFAS 252.212-7001: 252.225-7001, Buy American Act and Balance of Payments Program; 252.211-7003 ITEM IDENTIFICATION AND VALUATION (JUN 2005)
Desired Delivery: 30 days or less after receipt of order (ARO).
CCR Requirement - Company must be registered on Central Contractor Registration (CCR) before an award could be made to them. If company is not registered in CCR, they may do so by going to CCR web site at http://www.ccr.gov.
Sellers must present their representations and certifications, upon request, through the Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA) at http:orca.bpn.gov.
New equipment ONLY, NO remanufactured or used products. No "GREY" market items.
Bid MUST be good for 30 calendar days after submission
FOB Destination CONUS (CONtinental U.S.)
No partial shipments unless otherwise specified at time of order
In accordance with DFARS 252.232-7003, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports, the contractor shall submit their payment request electronically using the Wide Area Workflow Receipt and Acceptance (WAWF-RA). This application allows DOD contractors to submit and track invoices and receipt/acceptance documents electronically. The WAWF website is located at https://wawf.eb.mil and there is no charge to use WAWF. Contractors must register to use WAWF at this website and ensure an electronic business point of contact (POC) is designated in the Central Contractor Registration site at http://www.ccr.gov within ten (10) calendar days after award of this contract. Contractor training is available at the website Home Page, under about WAWF, Training External Link, Vendor Getting Started Guide. Contractors may also obtain assistance by contacting the WAWF Customer Support (Help Desk) at toll free- 866-618-5988; commercial: 801-605-7095; Fax commercial: 801-605-7453 or CSCASSIG@CSD.DISA.MIL