Z--PLANTS AND SILK FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS

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. This combined synopsis/solicitation is issued as a request for proposal (RFP). The reference/solicitation number is VA-250-08-RP-0472. Submit written offers. Oral offers will not be accepted. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) FAC 2005-26. The full text of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulations supplement (VAAR) can be accessed on the Internet at http://www.arnet.gov/far (FAR) and http://vaww.appc1.va.gov/oamm/vaar (VAAR). All firms or individuals responding must be registered with the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) (www.bpn.gov). The applicable NAICS is 444220. Size standard for small business is $7.0 million. It is highly recommended that you complete the solicitation mailing list on the web site before downloading the combined synopsis/solicitation. Any amendments issued to this combined synopsis/solicitation will be available ONLY at the website. Offerors are reminded that they are responsible for obtaining all amendments from the website.DESCRIPTION OF WORK ***See Attached SF Form 1449*** VA-250-08-RP-0472 SHOULD BE REFERENCED ON ALL PROPOSALS. AWARD IS CONTINGENT ON FY FUNDING. Any questions need to be submitted in writing by 4:00 pm EST on September 24, 2008. Answers will be posted at www.fbo.gov by 4:00 pm EST on September 25, 2008. Proposals must be sent to Gina Crank at [email protected] or faxed to (614) 475-4211 no later than 4:00 PM EST on September 26, 2008.