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 solicitation number for this request is 70181-A-Q073 and is issued as a request for quote (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC 05-32) and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). This procurement is a small business set-aside. The applicable NAICS classification code is 334290 and PSC code is 5820. SPECIFICATIONSThe U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is requesting quotes for satellite radio telemetry tags to deploy on polar bears. LINE ITEMSPlease provide a detailed price schedule for the following items:Deliverables: Fifteen units of satellite radio tags and associated mounting hardware, as described below in the salient characteristics section, to be delivered to Eric Regehr at the USFWS (address above) no later than 01 August 2010. Salient characteristics:" Radio tags:o PTT transmitter required to send locations via system Argos. A VHF beacon is not required.o Wet-dry sensor required.o Small size and shape factor appropriate for mounting on a polar bear ear. Maximum dimensions are approximately 41x30x18 mm.o Maximum weight is approximately 33 g.o Must be encased in robust packaging (e.g., epoxy) to withstand stresses of animal behavior and the marine environment, which means waterproof, salt proof, and unbreakable. The antennae must be sufficiently durable to withstand icing.o Battery life must be sufficient for at least 200 transmission days using 4 hours of transmission per day at a 90 second repetition rate.o Must have a flexible, user-programmable transmission schedule. " Hardware to mount the radio tags to the ears of polar bears:o Mounting hardware base should consist of stainless steel platform bonded to the eartag. Footprint area of the platform on which the tag is attached must not exceed the size of the eartag. o A post with approximate diameter 0.5 cm and washer system are required to attach the tag through a hole in the bear's ear. Platform and washer surfaces that contact the bear must be rubberized to prevent cold dame to the bear. o Mounting hardware should be as light as possible and must not exceed a weight of 25 grams. o Mounting hardware must have undergrone previous field trials on polar bears. This is critical because these types of mounting systems are prone to failure in the Arctic environment. 15 EA: $________________ Shipping/Handling to Anchorage, AK NOTE: A pre-paid freight bill for shipping charges over $100.00 must accompany the invoice in order to be reimbursed those expenses.1.00 Fee: $______________ DELIVERYDelivery dates are specified per type of tag above. Ship to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Attn: Eric Regehr (MS 341), 1011 E. Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99503. CLAUSES AND PROVISIONS:The following FAR provisions apply to this acquisition:52.212-01, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial52.212-02, Evaluation-Commercial Items. The specific criteria to be used for evaluation, listed in declining importance, shall be as follows:1) Ability to meet salient characteristics2) Best value to the Government3) Any warranties and price discounts4) PriceAll other evaluation factors other than price, when combined, are significantly less important than price. 52.212-03, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial ItemsOfferors must supply a completed copy of this provision when responding to this solicitation.52.212-04, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items52.219-06, 52.219-28, 52.222-3; 52.222-19; 52.222-21; 52.222-26; 52.222-36; 52.225-1; 52.225-3; 52.225-13; 52.232-33, 52.233-3, 52.233-4, 1452.215-71, 1452.233-2 POINT OF CONTACT:This combined synopsis/solicitation is a request for competitive quotes. Offerors interested in submitting a quote, or requiring additional information on this solicitation should contact: Dennis J. Hermannes, Contracting Officer US Fish and Wildlife Service via fax or email:
[email protected] QUESTIONS: Eric Regehr email:
[email protected] or phone: 907 786 3913. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION:Quotes must be received at the following address, via email to:
[email protected] fax 907 786 3923 or mai (to address below)l, prior to the closing date of this solicitation. Closing date of this solicitation is June 18, 2010 at 1:00pm Alaska Time. US Fish and Wildlife ServiceContracting and General Services1011 East Tudor Rd, MS 171Anchorage, AK 99503Ph: (907) 786-3415Fax: (907) 786-3923