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 HSFEHQ-10-Q-0110_A 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 2005-34. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 424410 with a small business size standard of 100.00 employees. This requirement is unrestricted 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 2010-07-16 12:00:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com. FOB Destination shall be Multiple shipping information. The DHS FEMA Disaster Operations and IT Section requires the following items, Meet or Exceed, to the following: LI 001, Baby Food - Stage 2 (Includes veggies, fruit, cereals and meat) 3.5 - 4 oz jars / 12 jars daily each X 10 children = 120 jars daily X (Three days supply) 360, 360, EA; LI 002, Formula, milk-based, ready to feed (already mixed with water) 32 oz daily each X 8 children = 256 oz daily X (Three days supply) 48 quarts or 130; 6oz bottles, 130, EA; LI 003, Formula, soy-based, ready to feed (already mixed with water) 32 oz daily X 2 child = 64 oz daily X (Three days supply) 12 quarts or 38; 6oz bottles, 38, EA; LI 004, Oral electrolyte solution, ready to use, unflavored (i.e.-Pedialyte) 32 oz X (Three days supply) 7 quarts or 20; 6oz bottles, 20, EA; LI 005, Nutritional Supplemental Drinks for Kids/children (over 12 months of age), ready to drink (i.e.-Pediasure) 28-120 oz daily (not larger than 8 oz bottles) 31 quarts or 164 6oz bottles, 164, EA; LI 006, Pull up diapers (38 lbs +) 4T - 5T 4 cases of 40, 4, EA; LI 007, Diapers, Infants (27 lbs +) Size 5 4 cases of 40, 4, EA; LI 008, Diapers, Infants (22-37 lbs) Size 4 4 cases of 40, 4, EA; LI 009, Diapers, Infants (16-28 lbs) Size 3 4 cases of 40, 4, EA; LI 010, Diapers, Infants (12-18 lbs) Size 2 4 cases of 40, 4, EA; LI 011, Diapers, Infants (up to 14 lbs) Size 1 4 cases of 40, 4, EA; LI 012, Diapers, (Up to 6 lbs) Preemie 4 cases of 20, 4, EA; LI 013, Diaper (Baby) wipes (Fragrance free) Small package Minimum of 200, 1, EA; LI 014, Baby Ointment .5 gram 40, 40, EA; LI 015, Baby Powder 1.5 oz. 12, 12, EA; LI 016, Burping Cloth 16" x 24" 14, 14, EA; LI 017, Coloring Books 14, 14, EA; LI 018, Crayons 24-count 14, 14, EA; LI 019, Infant feeding bottles (plastic only) 4 - 6 oz. size preferred 35, 35, EA; LI 020, Nipples for Baby Bottles (non-latex standard) 2 per bottle 140, 140, EA; LI 021, Infant/small child feeding spoons Small width, soft tip 84, 84, EA; LI 022, Diaper Rash Ointment (petroleum jelly, or zinc oxide based) Small bottles or tubes 60, 60, EA; LI 023, Disposable Changing Pads At least 13x18 in in size. Quantity is based on 8-10 diaper changes per infant per day 180, 180, EA; LI 024, Infant bathing basin Thick plastic non-foldable basin. At least 12" x10" x 4" 20, 20, EA; LI 025, Infant wash, hypoallergenic 1 travel size (2oz) bottle to last ~48 hrs per child. 30, 30, EA; LI 026, Wash cloths Terry cloth/cotton - at least one per child per 72 hour period 30, 30, EA; LI 027, Towels (for drying after bathing) Terry cloth/cotton - at least one per child per 72 hour period 30, 30, EA; LI 028, Lightweight Blankets (to avoid suffocation risk) Should be hypoallergenic, (e.g., cotton, cotton flannel, or polyester fleece) 30, 30, EA; LI 029, Portable Crib For infants up to 12 months of age 7, 7, EA; LI 030, Toddler potty seat Fits on the seat of an adult toilet, with handles for support. 4 ea ( 2 for men's / 2 for women's restroom), 4, EA; LI 031, Electrical Receptacle Covers Minimum 36 1 package of 36 each, 1, EA; LI 032, Formula, hypoallergenic-hydrolyzed protein, ready to feed(32 oz daily X 8 children = 256 oz daily X (Three day supply) already mixed with water), 12 quarts or 38; 6oz bottles., 38, EA; Solicitation and Buy Attachments ***Question Submission: Interested offerors must submit any questions concerning the solicitation at the earliest time possible to enable the Buyer to respond. Questions must be submitted by using the 'Submit a Question' feature at www.fedbid.com. Questions not received within a reasonable time prior to close of the solicitation may not be considered.*** For this solicitation, DHS FEMA Disaster Operations and IT Section 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. DHS FEMA Disaster Operations and IT Section 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
[email protected]. 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
[email protected]. 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. New Equipment ONLY; NO remanufactured or "gray market" items. All items must be covered by the manufacturer's warranty. Bid MUST be good for 30 calendar days after close of Buy. Shipping must be free on board (FOB) destination CONUS (Continental U.S.), which means that the seller must deliver the goods on its conveyance at the destination specified by the buyer, and the seller is responsible for the cost of shipping and risk of loss prior to actual delivery at the specified destination. Offeror must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database before an award can be made to them. If the offeror is not registered in the CCR, it may do so through the CCR website at http://www.ccr.gov. The selected Offeror must comply with the following commercial item terms and conditions, which are incorporated herein by reference: FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition; FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items - the selected offeror must submit a completed copy of the listed representations and certifications; FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items; FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, paragraph (a) and the following clauses in paragraph (b): 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 the referenced FAR clauses may be accessed electronically at http://www.acqnet.gov/far. A 24-72 hour delivery is required.