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. This is solicitation number HQ0423-08-T-0005 and is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular, Fac 2005-23, Effective 25 Jan 2008 & Class Deviation 2005-o0001. This requirement is UNRESTRICTED with a primary NAICS of 511130. Required Items: 1. 5000 EA of The Speed of Trust by Stephen M.R. Covey 2. Leading at the Speed of Trust workshop for five personnel 3. Train-the-Trainer workshop for five personnel 4. An organizational Trust Index (cultural audit) 5. Three-hour on-site presentation by Stephen M.R. Covey Brand Name Justification: In accordance with FAR 13.106(b) the contracting officer has determined the required brand of specified items offers a unique combination that will directly support the desired outcomes of DFAS leadership in seeking to obtain a complete program to support leadership development. These CoveyLink products and services are identified as being the only package of products that will provide the book along with the required supporting services. Delivery: F.O.B. destination to Defense Finance and Accounting Service, 8899 East 56th St, ATTN: DFAS HR/HT, Indianapolis, IN 46249-7200 Evaluation: Award will be based on the lowest-priced quote based on providing the specified items. Provisions and clauses: The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial, applies to this acquisition. Offerors are to include a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, with their offer. The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The clause at 52.212-5 , Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes Or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items (Deviation), applies to this acquisition. Offers are due by 5:00 p.m. Eastern on 30 Jan 08. Point of Contact (POC): William Mark Mayo Phone Number: 614-693-1972 Fax Number: 614-693-1808 e-mail address:
[email protected] Facsimile and e-mail quotes are acceptable and preferred. Furnish quotes to the POC on or before the closing time listed in this RFQ.