(i)This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items 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; proposals are being requested and written solicitation will not be issued.(ii) RFQ FQ489742090400 is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items. This combined synopsis/solicitation is issued as a request for quote (RFQ). Submit written offers only, oral offers will not be accepted. All firms or individuals responding must be registered with the Central Contractor Registration (CCR). (iii) This combined synopsis/solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 01-24. It is the contractors responsibility to be familiar with applicable clauses and provisions. Clauses and provisions can be found at: http://farsite.hill.af.mil/vffar1.htm (iv) This procurement is being issued as 100% Small Business Set-Aside. North American Industrial Classification Standard: 423720; Small Business Size Standard: 500. (v) CLIN (0400) MFG:Batts Flow Control Valve 1 Each; PN# 87800024 CLIN (0401) Batts 1 1/2 inch x 3/4 inch Electric Ball Valve 1 Each; PN# 29000011 CLIN (0402) Batts 3/4 inch Nozzle Body Assembly 24 Each; PN# 29000102 CLIN (0403) Batts 1/2 inch Nozzle Body Assembly 36 Each; PN# 29000101 CLIN (0404) Batts MP8 Product Pump 1 Each; PN# 10600020 CLIN (0405) Batts 3/4 inch Electric Ball Valve 9 Each; PN# 29000008 CLIN (0406) Batts Hose Barb 3/4 inch x 3/4 inch Male Thread 21 Each; PN# 17300010 CLIN (0407) Batts Hose Barb 1/2 inch x 3/4 inch Male Thread 3 Each; PN# 17300011 CLIN (0408) Batts Hose Barb 1 inch x 3/4 inch Male Thread 3 Each; PN# 17300012 CLIN (0409) Batts Hose Barb 1 1/2 inch x 1 1/2 inch Male Thread 1 Each; PN# 10800097 CLIN (0410) Batts Nipple 1/2 Close 1 Each; PN# 8900308 CLIN (0411) Batts Valve 1/2 Ball 1 Each; PN# 9500001 CLIN (0412) Batts 1/2 inch Pressure Hose, 6 Feet Long 6 Each; CLIN (0413) Batts 3/4 inch Pressure Hose, 6 Feet Long 6 Each; CLIN (0414) Batts 1 inch Pressure Hose, 6 Feet Long 6 Each (vi) These items are repair parts to support the Batts De Icer’s Model #’s 750 & 1100 (vii) FOB: Destination for delivery to: 366 CES, 1370 Liberator St, Bldg 1354, Mountain Home AFB, ID 83648. Required delivery date is 26 Aug 04. Responsibility and Inspection: Unless otherwise specified in the contract or purchase order, the supplier is responsible for the performance of all inspection requirments and Quality Control (QC). (viii) The provision at FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. (ix) The Government will award a firm-fixed price contract resulting from this combined synopsis/solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the synopsis/solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. Award shall be based on a Best Value to the Government. Best value can include but is not limited to price, delivery date, and technical capability. (xi) The clause at FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. (xii) The clause at FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. Specifically the following clauses cited are applicable to this solicitation: FAR 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business AsideFAR 52.222-3 Convict Labor; 52.222-19 Child Labor—Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies; FAR 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities; FAR 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity; FAR 52.222-35 Affirmative Action for Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era; FAR 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers; FAR 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era; FAR 52.225-13 -Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases; FAR 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer--Central Contractor Registration. (xiii) The following provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition: FAR 52.211-6 Brand Name or Equal; FAR 52.203 Gratuities; FAR 52.222-22 Previous Contracts and Compliance Reports; FAR 52.223-3 Hazardous Material Identification and Material Safety Data; FAR 52.233-3 Protest After Award; FAR 52.247-34 - F.o.b. – Destination; FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference; FAR 52.253-1 Computer Generatred Forms. The clause at DFARS 252.204-7004 Required Central Contractor Registration; DFARS 252.212-7001 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders applicable to Defense Acquisition of Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. Specifically, the following clauses cited are applicable to this solicitation; DFARS 252.225-7001 Buy American Act and Balance of Payment Program; DFARS 252.225-7002 Qualifying Country Sources as Subcontractors; DFARS 252.232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests; DFARS 252.243-7001 Pricing of Contract Modifications (xvi) All quotes must be emailed to TSgt Martin at
[email protected] or faxed to (208) 828-2658 with attention to TSgt Martin. Quotes are required to be received no later than 16:30 MST, Monday, 16 August 2004.