1. Classification Code:4214- Furniture moving 2. NAICS Code: 484210- Van lines, moving and storage services 3. Solicitation Number: Q1790100034 4. Notice Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation 5. Synopsis: This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.603 Streamlined solicitation for commercial items as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. 6. This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005-40. 7. This action is being set aside for small business participation. 8. BID SCHEDULE: The work of this contract consists of providing moving services for furniture and other collections belonging to the Roosevelt-Vanderbilt National Historic Sites in Hyde Park, New York. Key factors for this project in addition to cost are flexibility in scheduling, and willingness to take direction in the handling and moving of museum collections.Total Price $_____________ PER MOVEMENT, The move dates have not yet been scheduled, but will be arranged between the Contractor and the COR. The move shall be carried out intermittently over the course of 9 months. Specifications: See attached statement of work, This Award will be in accordance with WD 95-0515 (Rev.-22) was first posted on www.wdol.gov on 01/12/2010 Award shall be made to the offeror whose quote offers the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer to the Government. The following FAR provisions and clauses are incorporated by reference: FAR 52.212-1 Instruction to Offerors-Commercial Item (June 2008). Companies must have valid DUNS numbers and be registered with Central Contractor Registration (CCR). FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation Commercial Items (Jan 1999). FAR 52.212-3 (Aug 2009), Offerors Representatives and Certification-Commercial Items. FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Items (Mar 2009). FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions required to Implement Statutes or executive Orders Commercial Items (Apr 2010), FAR 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (Jun 2003)(15 U.S.C. 644), FAR 52.219-28 Post Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation (Apr 2009)(15 U.S.C. 632(a)(2)), FAR 52.222-3 Convict Labor (JUN 2003)(E.O.11755), FAR 52.222-19 Child Labor Cooperation with Authorities and remedies (Aug 2009)(E.O. 13126), FAR 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (FEB 1999), FAR 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (Mar 2007)(E.O.11246), FAR 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers With Disabilities (Jun 1998), FAR 52.225-1 Buy American Act-Supplies (Feb 2009), FAR 52.225-2 Buy American Act-Certificate (Feb 2009), FAR 52.225-13 Restrictions on certain Foreign Purchases (Jun 2008), FAR 52.232-33 Payment of Electronic Funds Transfer-Central Contractor Registration (Oct 2003). FAR 52.222-41 Service Contract Act of 1965 (Nov 2007) 12. Additional clauses incorporated in this acquisition by reference include: FAR 52.203-2 Certificate of Independent Price Determination (APR 1985), FAR 52.209-6 Protecting the Governments Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment (SEP 2006), FAR 52.253-1 Computer Generated Forms (JAN 1991). 13. Offers may be submitted on company letterhead or stationary and must include the following information: Company name, contact information, DUNS Number, CAGE Code, unit price, payment terms and discount offered for prompt payment and must include the required FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certification Commercial Items (Feb 2009) of which copies can be obtained by downloading the document from www.arnet.gov/far. 14. When quoting, please refer to Solicitation Q1790100034. Point of contact is Kever L. Swafford at 717-334-3139 or via e-mail:
[email protected] Closing date and time for receipt of quote is May 28 2010, at 04:00 pm, Eastern Standard Time. Contractors may fax quotes to (717)334-6871 or mail hard copies to Gettysburg National Military Park, Administration, 1000 Biglerville Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325. Copies of FAR Clause 52.212-3 may be accessed via the Internet at www.arnet.gov/far. A formal notice of changes, if applicable will be issued in the FedBizzOpps (www.eps.gov) via an amendment(s). Copies of clause 52.212-3 will be provided upon offeror's request. 15. Should you have any questions, please contact Kever L. Swafford at 717-334-3139 or via e-mail:
[email protected] Scope of WorkProvide Moving ServicesRoosevelt-Vanderbilt National Historic SitesHyde Park, New YorkPurpose of WorkThe work of this contract consists of providing moving services for furniture and other collections belonging to the Roosevelt-Vanderbilt National Historic Sites in Hyde Park, New York. Key factors for this project in addition to cost are flexibility in scheduling, and willingness to take direction in the handling and moving of museum collections.Description of SiteThe Home of Franklin D Roosevelt NHS was the lifelong home of the 32nd President of the United States. Franklin D. Roosevelt (1882-1945) was born and grew up in the house and returned many times during his presidency. The Eleanor Roosevelt NHS comprises Mrs. Roosevelt's retreat on the Hyde Park estate that became her permanent home from 1945 until her death in 1962. The Vanderbilt Mansion NHS includes the house designed by McKim, Mead, & White for Frederick and Louise Vanderbilt on a previously designed landscape overlooking the Hudson River in Hyde Park. The sites are all managed together by the National Park Service (NPS) as the Roosevelt-Vanderbilt National Historic Sites. Scope of WorkThe NPS is seeking quotes for moving services contractors that can offer flexibility in scheduling. The work involves moving museum furnishings and other collections belonging to the Roosevelt and Vanderbilt sites. The moves will be among five park locations within Hyde Park, most of which include multiple levels accessible only by stairs, and a location up to one-hour, one-way, from Hyde Park (to be identified through a separate contract now in process). The collections to be moved will include, but not necessarily be limited to, furniture, including large and fragile pieces, boxed textiles and other materials, rolled rugs and carpets, cabinets and files, and may include outdoor stone furniture and sculpture. All collections will be moved under the direction of the park's Collection Manager, who will approve all moving techniques, equipment, and protective materials. Provided the contractor exercises care and adheres to all direction and guidance provided, no specialized art handling background is considered necessary.The Contractor will generally be asked to provide between 2 and 4 movers per day. All moving services will occur during standard business hours, Monday through Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00p.m. The moving dates have not yet been established, but a workable schedule will be set up between the contractor and the COR. Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) Michele Ballos Roosevelt-Vanderbilt NHS, 4097 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park, NY 12538 Contact: Tel. 845 229-2465
[email protected] Instructions to OfferorsThree line items shall be completed:" Hourly rate for two laborers" Truck/transportation fees, including fuel surcharges, based on an 8-hour day" Miscellaneous equipment fee (pallet jack, dollies, strapping, etc.)" Minimum hours/day Additional RequirementsUpon award of contract, the Contractor must submit to the National Park Service a Certificate of Insurance.SchedulingThe move dates have not yet been scheduled, but will be arranged between the Contractor and the COR. The move shall be carried out intermittently over the course of 9 months.