This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Requirements (FAR) 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 requirement is HCCRJ-2022-SR-67922 and is hereby issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ) using FAR Subpart 13.1 Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract for the following requirement, please either fill in the dollar amounts or provide a separate excel spreadsheet containing the same information including a list of line-item number(s) and items, quantities, units of measure, and options, if applicable. Supply Description The main instrument: Axia Chemi-SEM for low vacuum, part number 1247447. • Automation software: Maps 3 for SEM, part number 1133679. • Accessory that enhances image clarity: Beam deceleration, part number 1263613. • Accessory that helps to distinguish between different materials and enables automated analysis: Retractable BSE detector, part number 1262227. • Accessories for real-time chemical analysis: TrueSight X, part number 1258789 and ChemiSEM Advanced, part number 1268602. • Accessories for interface: LCD monitor (part number 1016773), manual user interface (part number 1120471), remote control (part number 1214207). • Power connections: Install Kit North America, part number 1261888. • Installation: Labor (4022 404 41250), materials (4022 404 02250), and warranty (4022 404 43250 and 4022 404 04250). • Training: 1-day remote applications training, part number 1403153. To be delivered to: Shipping included NIOSH-Pittsburgh 626 Cochrans Mill RD BLDG 166 Receiving Pittsburgh, PA 15236-3611 Points of Contact Project Officer: Andrew D Celcala,
[email protected], 412-386-6677 End User: Teresa Barone,
[email protected], 412-386-6768 The quote format is at the discretion of the offeror. Include place of manufacturing and percentage of U.S. parts in end products. Buy American Act - The Buy American Act requires Federal agencies to procure domestic materials and products. The act requires that a product be manufactured in the U.S. of more than 50 percent U.S. parts to be considered Made in USA for government procurement purposes. QUOTERS ARE ADVISED AN AWARD MAY BE MADE WITHOUT DISCUSSION OR ANY CONTACT CONCERNING THE QUOTES RECEIVED. Quoters should not assume they will be contacted, or afforded the opportunity to qualify, discuss, or revise their quotes. Therefore, the initial quote should contain the quoter's best terms from a technical and price standpoint. All quotes must include the full name, address, and UEI number of the business to be named on the purchase order as well as the full name, phone number, and email address of the person who can accept the final purchase order. It is the offeror's responsibility to be familiar with the applicable clauses and provisions. Clauses and provisions may be accessed via the Internet at website http://farsite.hill.af.mil. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2022-05 (May 31, 2022.) A Firm-Fixed Price purchase order will be issued in writing to the successful offeror. To be eligible to receive an award resulting from this solicitation, contractor must be registered in the System for Award Management. To register apply via the Internet at http://www.sam.gov. For questions on registration contact Federal Service Desk at 866-606-8220. All responses must be received via email no later than 11:00 A.M., Eastern Standard Time on 19 AUG, 2022. Please send any questions and quotes to Stephanie Reid at
[email protected]. Hard copies will not be accepted. The Offeror must cite the Solicitation Number in the email subject line. Evaluation and award of the purchase will be performed in accordance with applicable sections of FAR Part 12 Commercial Items and FAR Part FAR 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures . The Offeror must have an active registration with the System for Account Management (SAM) prior to award of the purchase order in accordance with FAR Clause 52.204-7. After evaluation of the following technical factors, award will be made to the lowest priced technically acceptable offer. Each offer will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis, so offerors are cautioned that they should submit responses in sufficient detail to enable the government to evaluate their capabilities and experience. Questions must be submitted via email to Stephanie Reid at
[email protected] no later than 11:00 AM, Friday, 18 AUG 2022. Attachments 1) Request for Quote: includes clauses 2) Brand Name Justification