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 PTO150P1001279 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 323118 with a small business size standard of 500.00 employees. This requirement is a [ Small Business ] set-aside 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 2010-06-14 12:00:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com. FOB Destination shall be Lorton, VA 22079 The DOC United States Patent and Trademark Office requires the following items, Meet or Exceed, to the following: LI 001, Part Number: Q5949A - Remanufactured (special shipping instructions included in attachment), 2900, EA; LI 002, Dell 1815dn - New Only (special shipping instructions included in attachment), 2400, EA; LI 003, Dell 1600N - New Only (special shipping instructions included in attachment), 1400, EA; LI 004, Part Number: Q5942X - Remanufactured (special shipping instructions included in attachment), 1300, EA; LI 005, Part Number: C8543X - Remanufactured, 700, EA; LI 006, Part Number: Q6000A (Black) - Remanufactured, 250, EA; LI 007, Part Number: Q5950A (Black) - Remanufactured, 60, EA; LI 008, DVD/CD Slim Jewel Case, 50 per pack, 60, Packs; LI 009, Part Number: Q5951 (Cyan) - Remanufactured, 60, EA; LI 010, Part Number: C7115A - Remanufactured, 30, EA; LI 011, DVD-R Inject Printable, 50, 20, EA; LI 012, Part Number: Q5953A (Magenta) - New Only, 50, EA; LI 013, Part Number: C9730A (Black) - Remanufactured, 50, EA; LI 014, Part Number: Q6002A (Yellow) - New Only, 80, EA; LI 015, Part Number: 113R195 - Remanufactured, 90, EA; LI 016, Part Number: CC364X - Remanufactured, 100, EA; LI 017, Dell 2335 - New Only (special shipping instructions included in attachment), 1950, EA; LI 018, Part Number: C9720A - HP4600 - New Only, 5, EA; LI 019, Part Number: C9721A - HP4600 - New Only, 5, EA; LI 020, Part Number: C9722A - HP4600 - New Only, 5, EA; LI 021, Part Number: C9723A - HP4600 - New Only, 5, EA; LI 022, Part Number: C4182X - HP 8150 - Remanufactured, 300, EA; LI 023, CD-R Silver Shiney top - 100 per pack, 20, Packs; LI 024, Used Toner Pick-up (See Attachment "cartridges picked up"), 1, lot; 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, DOC United States Patent and Trademark Office 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. DOC United States Patent and Trademark Office 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. 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 offeror must provide the number of days required to make delivery after it receives a purchase order from the buyer. No partial shipments are permitted unless specifically authorized at the time of award. 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. TO HAVE A BID CONSIDERED FOR AWARD FOR BRAND NAME OR EQUAL & MEET OR EXCEED BUYS, ALL VENDORS MUST PROVIDE MANUFACTURER, PART # AND EXTENDED SPECIFICATIONS OF THE EXACT MODEL BEING PROPOSED FOR ALL LINE ITEMS. NO EXCEPTIONS. FAILURE TO PROVIDE THIS INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN A 'NON RESPONSIVE' BID AND REMOVAL FROM AWARD CONSIDERATION. For those Line Items indicating "NEW ONLY", only New Equipment will be acceptable. No remanufactured or "gray market" items. All items MUST be covered by the manufacturer's warranty. Bids submitted on equipment or supplies from bidders not authorized by the manufacturer to either sell, service, or warrant such equipment in the continental United States is not acceptable. Evidence to substantiate the dealer's relationship with the manufacturer may be required. Award Evaluation Criteria: lowest price, technically acceptable offer, meeting shipping requirements and taking into consideration past performance. FedBid Activity Cards is the selected database to determine past performance. Award will be made on best value to the government. 52.246-2 Inspection of Supplies-Fixed Price will be used for this buy. The identified NAICS code is 323118. Seller must not bid more than their existing contract ceiling prices (i.e. GSA Schedule, SEWP). The offeror must provide a written statement within its offer that it can meet the delivery schedule.