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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; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The Federal Bureau of Prisons, Federal Correctional Complex Pollock which includes United States Penitentiary (USP) Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) and Federal Prison Camp (FPC) , located in Pollock, Louisiana intends to make a single award of a firm-fixed price type contract to a responsible entity for the provision under RFQPO5190900016 for STAFF SAFETY BOOTS. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-26. DESCRIPTION / SCHEDULE: Various Composite/Steel Toe boots. Includes lace-up, slip-on, and oxford types. Must be black in color. Also include a variety that are slip-resistant/oil-resistant boot for Food Service, electrical hazard boot for Facilities. Vendors will be required to provide boots on a monthly basis. Orders are to be completed within 30 days of receipt. The Contracting Officer will issue delivery orders on a monthly basis. CONTRACT PRICING: Contract pricing must include all cost or price associated charges or fee’s and delivery cost (FOB Destination) to FCC Pollock, Pollock, Louisiana. The government reserves the right to award without discussion; therefore, the initial quote should contain the quoters best terms from a price standpoint. Quoters are hereby notified that an offer of contract award shall be extended to the responsive/responsible quoter submitting the lowest price, technically acceptable quote. PRICING METHODOLOGY: Please provide pricing on all boots submitted. A list is attached to provide an idea of what is currently used. Brand names have been included, however it is not necessary that it be that brand. It is included to help vendors with the type of boots required. Brand name or equal to product is acceptable. If quoting alternate product, please provide brand name, style, and ensure it includes all specifications listed. Please include exchange policy, replacement offer for boots on backorder, and any type of warranty offered. If you have an internet order/showcase site, please include that information also. PLACE OF DELIVERY: FCC Pollock 1000 Airbase Road Pollock LA71467 CONTRACT CLAUSES: The following provisions and clauses will apply to this solicitation in accordance with Commercial Items: 52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated By Reference (FEB 1998); 52.212-1 Instruction to Offerors (APR 2008) 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions, Commercial Items (FEB 2007) 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Commercial items (MAY 2008) 52.222-3, Convict Labor (E.O. 11755) (JUNE 2003) 52-233-3, Protest after Award (31 U.S.C. 3553); (iii) Alternate II to 52.219-5 (AUG 1996) 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (Feb 1999); 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (E.O.11246) (MAR 2007) 52.222-35, Affirmative Action for Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era. (38 U.S.C. 4212) (SEPT 2006) 52-222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with disabilities (29 U.S.C. 793). (JUNE 1998) 52.222-19, Child Labor Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (E.O. 13126). (FEB 2008) 52.225-13, Restriction on Certain Foreign Purchases (E.O. 12722,12724, 13059, 13067, 13121, and 13129) 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer Central Contractor Registration (OCT 2003) In accordance with FAR 52.232-18 AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS (APR 1984). The full text provision or clause may be accessed electronically at www.arnet.gov/far 52.252-2 -- Clauses Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998). This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a FAR clause may be accessed electronically at this address: www.acquisition.gov . Full text copies of Justice Acquisition Regulation (JAR) clauses or BOP clauses may be requested in writing from the Contracting Officer. OTHER CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS: A resultant contract will be a firm fixed price type contract. It is anticipated that contract award resulting from this solicitation will be made approximately October 16, 2009. The Government will make award to the responsible offeror whose offer conforms to this solicitation and is most advantageous to the Government. SOLICITATION PROVISIONS: 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items (APR 2008) tailored to delete paragraphs at c, d, h, and i as they have been determined to be non-applicable to this solicitation. The additional provisions listed below are incorporated into this solicitation via addendum to this provision. 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items (MAY 2008) 52.217-5 Evaluation of Options (JUL 1990) 52.233-2 Service of Protest (SEPT 2006) (a) Procurement Executive, BOP, 320 First Street, NW, Room 5006, Washington, D.C. 20534 Protests Filed Directly with the Department of Justice (JAR 2852.233-70) Faith-Based and Community- Based Organizations (AUG 2005) - can submit offers/bids/quotations equally with other organizations for contracts for which they are eligible. Quoters are advised that the Contracting Officer will verify registration in the Central Contractors Registration database (www.ccr.gov) and the Online Representations and Certifications Application (orca.bpn.gov) prior to award of any contract, by entering the potential awardee DUNS number into each database. Failure to complete the registration may result in elimination from consideration for award. The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for the service is 448210. Quoters are further advised to mark each individual item within their quote considered privileged or confidential under the Freedom of Information Act with notification that the data is considered confidential and privileged and not subject to mandatory disclosure under the FOIA. SUBMISSION OF QUOTATIONS: On letterhead or business stationary, the following information is required: (1) Contractors DUNS Number (2) A completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications, Commercial Items (MAY 2008) if different from entry made to the Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA) site located at orca.bpn.gov All Quotes must be received at the Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCC Pollock, 1000 Airbase Road Pollock, LA 71467 no later than 3:00pm C.S.T. on Tuesday October 13, 2009. Offers should be faxed to Kerry Roberts, Contracting Officer, at (318) 561-5325. Offers received after this date will not be considered. Please ensure with your bid offer you include a complete copy of the provisions at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -Commercial Items Offers.