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 solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-05 FAR 52.232-18 “Availability of Funds” applies to this solicitation. Funding is not currently available to execute a contract. Contract award will only take place after a contracting officer has received written confirmation that certified funds are available to execute a contract. This solicitation should only be addressed by firms doing business in the United Kingdom or with distribution sources in the United Kingdom. NAICS: 423440 “Food Service Equipment” CLIN 0001 – 2 ea Gold C Gas BBQ, Weber “Genesis” Model, enclosed cart with stainless steel doors, center mounted thermometer, one thermostat removable work surface, two swing up tables, three stainless steel burners rated at 36,000 BTUs, side burner is 12,000 BTUs, stainless steel cooking grates, 611 square inch cooking area. Total dimensions 63”H X 64”W X 30”D CLIN 0002 – 2 ea, outdoor 68” BBQ cart grill cover, to be compatible with CLIN 0001. No Brand Name recommended. CLIN 0003 – 2 ea, BBQ Utensil set, 18 pc aluminum with 18” rubber coated handles, zip up container pouch, 19” tongs, slotted spatula with serrated and toothed edges, fork, sauce brush, six 17 ½ “ skewers, 4 pairs corn holders. No Brand Name recommended. CLIN 0004 – 2 ea, basic stainless steel colander, 3 1’2 qt., high quality 18/10 stainless steel, 5 ½”H X 10 1/2W X 14”L. No Brand Name recommended. CLIN 0005 – 2 ea, Creative Home Cedar Stone Granite 16” cutting board. Natural, non-porous granite slab, 16”W X 20”L. CLIN 0006 – 2 ea, 26 piece cutlery set, Wusthof Classic Mega Block, 8” cook’s knife, 5” cook’s knife, 5” boning knife, 6” sandwich knife, 8” carving knife, 5” tomato knife, 8” bread knife, 2 ½” trimming knife, 3” flat cut knife, 3 ½” paring knife, 4 ½:” utility knife, 6” meat cleaver knife, 6” straight fork, shears, 9” sharpening steel, 9” diamond steel, eight 5” steak knives. CLIN 0007 – 7 ea, Denby Blue Jetty 16 piece starter sets, stoneware to be chip resistant, durable, freezer, dishwasher, oven and microwave safe, blue color, service for 4 to include dinner plates, salad/dessert plates, cereal bowls, mugs. CLIN 0008 – 2 ea, Calphalon “One” 10 piece cookware set, 10” fry pan, 12” fry pan, 3 qt covered chef’s pan, 4 ½ qt covered sauce pan, 11” covered chef’s skillet, 8 qt covered stock pot. EVALUATION CRITERIA: Low priced, technically acceptable offer. No “Brand Name Approval” letter is on file. The Government reserves the right to make an award on a Best Value basis if the preferred products are not the lowest offered. “Or Equal” products must be of similar or better quality than the products described above. The provisions at FAR 52.211-6 “Brand Name or Equal” apply to this solicitation. The provisions at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors--Commercial Items applies to this solicitation. The provisions at FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation - Commercial Items applies to this solicitation. The clause at FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items applies to this acquisition. The clause at FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders--Commercial Items applies to this acquisition; the clause at FAR 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer--Central Contractor Registration applies to this solicitation, The clause at DFARS 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial items applies to this solicitation, the clause at DFARS 252.225-7042 Authorization to Perform applies to this solicitation. Offers shall be submitted via fax to 011 44 1480 823169 or email to TSgt. Dave Ouellette at
[email protected] or TSgt. Gary Wike at
[email protected] Quotes and/or inquiries are due no later than 15 Sep 2005.