Generator Set, Transfer Switch, and Double Throw Safety Switches
Added: Apr 21, 2015 2:46 pm This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a commercial item prepared in accordance with the format in 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.This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation IAW FAR Part 12 and 13. Submit quotes in reference to Request for Quote (RFQ) reference number F1R31A5085AW04This requirement is 100% Set-Aside for Small Business. The NAICS code for this requirement is 335932, "Noncurrent-Carrying Wire Device Manufacturing", with a small business size standard of 500 Employees.This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect tough Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-81 effective 10 Apr 2015 and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation DPN 20150406 effective 06Apr 2015 and Air Force Federal Acquisition Regulation AFAC 2015-0406 effective 06 Apr 2015. Quote shall include a unit price and total price for the following bid schedule:BID SCHEDULELine Item Number Description DeliveryQuantity Unit Unit Price Total Price0001 Double tow safety switch; 600 amp, 600 volts ac, 4 pole, nema 3r rated 30 Days (After Date of Award) 1 EA0002Wire,thhn,stranded,black,500 mcm, installation requires 500 feet 30 Days (After Date of Award) 1 EA 0003 3 port polaris insulated connector block, wire range #4-500 mcm, part number # - ipl500-3 30 Days (After Date of Award) 10 EA 0004 Wire, thhn, stranded, black, 4/0 awg, 250 feet 30 Days (After Date of Award) 1 EA 0005 3 inch rigid conduit fitting, 90 degree elbow 30 Days (After Date of Award) 5 EA 0006 3 inch rigid conduit fitting, teadless box connector 30 Days (After Date of Award) 6 EA 0007 3 inch rigid conduit fitting, teadless coupling 30 Days (After Date of Award) 10 EA 0008 3 inch liquid-tight fitting, insulated straight connector with lock ring 30 Days (After Date of Award) 2 EA 0009 Junction box, weather proof enclosure, dimensions- 30"x24"x10" 30 Days (After Date of Award) 1 EA 0010 3 inch rigid conduit, 10 foot sticks 30 Days (After Date of Award) 3 EA 0011 3 inch rigid conduit fitting, 45 degree elbow 30 Days (After Date of Award) 1 EA 0012 3 inch rigid close nipple, 12 inches in length 30 Days (After Date of Award) 4 EA 0013 3 inch rigid coupling, teaded, (collar) 30 Days (After Date of Award) 1 EA 0014 3 inch liquid tight conduit, 25 feet in length 30 Days (After Date of Award) 1 EA 0015 Cummins diesel generator set, 300kw, 277/480 volts ac, 60 hz, emission tier 3 , w/ a 500 gal. belly tank, generators control - pcc 2100Brand Name 30 Days (After Date of Award) 1 EA 0016 Automatic transfer switch, otpc600, 600 amp, 277/480 volts ac, 60 hz, 4 pole, cabinet type - nema 3r, control -transfer switch, level 2 Brand Name 30 Days (After Date of Award) 1 EA• Prices shall be all inclusive (i.e. all material, transportation, labor, etc.), with the exception of replacement parts.• Shipping will be F.O.B Destination• Prices shall be quoted in USD ($) and quotes shall be valid for a minimum of 60 days.Quote Specifics:DUE DATE: Quotes are due to this office 29 April 2015, NLT 1400 CST.Quotes may be sent via e-mail to SrA Cistopher Davila, cistopher.davila@us.af.mil; or SSgt Bobby Green, bobby.green.3@us.af.mil.General Information: All quotes must include the following general information:1. Company's or individual's complete mailing and remittance address.2. Discount for prompt payment - if any3. Quotes must be valid for a period of no less than 60 days.Price Information: Vendor must complete the bid schedule found on page 2 of this solicitation.Evaluation of Quotes:The Government's evaluation of quotations will fully account for the evaluation factors identified and required under the quote specifics above. Quotes that do not meet the quote specifics will be deemed unacceptable, and therefore not considered for award. Basis of award for this contract will be to the vendor whose quotation (conforming to this solicitation) is determined to be the lowest priced brand name product, including labor, with no discussions IAW FAR 13.106-2(4)(i). Therefore, quotations should contain the vendor's best terms from a price standpoint.The sections of the quote will be evaluated in the following manner:General Information: This section will not be evaluated for award under lowest priced brand name. It is primarily used for identification purposes.Price Information: (Determining Factor - The vendor whose price is the lowest will be deemed the "lowest price brand name product, including labor".) The vendor must have completed the bid schedule found on page 2 of this solicitation. The Government will evaluate the vendor's quote with competitive quotes received from other companies in the industry. AWARD BASIS: The Government will award to the vendor whose quotation is determined to be the lowest price brand name product.Primary point of contact:Construction Contract Specialist: Cistopher D. DavilaTEL: +1(325)696-1454 or EM: cistopher.davila@us.af.milSecondary Point of contact:Team Lead, Contracting Officer: Bobby L. GreenTEL: +1(325)696-5261 or EM: bobby.green.3@us.af.milThe following clauses and provisions apply to this solicitation and are included by reference:Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Clauses by:52.204-7 System for Award Management52.204-10 Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance52.209-2 Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations-Representation52.211-6 Brand Name or Equal52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items, Alt I52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders - (Deviation)52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside52.219-28 Post-Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation52.222-3 Convict Labor52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities52.222-26 Equal Opportunity52.222-36 Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons 52.223-10 Waste Reduction Program52.223-18 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases52.232-1 Payments52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) - System for Award Management 52.232-39 Unenforceabilityof Unauthorized Obligations52.233-2 Service of Protest52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim52.243-1 Changes--Fixed Price52.252-5 Authorized Deviations in ProvisionsDepartment of Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR):252.203-7000 Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials252.204-7004 Alternate A, System for Award Management252.204-7012 Safeguarding of Unclassified Controlled Technical Information252.229-7000 Invoices Exclusive of Taxes or Duties252.232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests Air Force Federal Acquisition Regulations (AFFAR):5352.223-9000 Elimination of Use of Class I Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS)5352.223-9001 Health and Safety on Government Installations5352.242-9000 Contractor Access to Air Force InstallationsThe full text of the FAR, DFAR, and AFFARS can be accessed on the Internet at http://farsite.hill.af.mil.The following clauses and provisions apply to this solicitation and are included by full text:Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Clauses by:52.252-1 - Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998)This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions 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. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this/these address (es):http://farsite.hill.af.mil. (End of Provision)52.252-2 -- Clauses Incorporated by Reference.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 clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address (es):http://farsite.hill.af.mil.(End of Clause)252.232-7006 WIDE AREA WORKFLOW PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS (MAY 2013)(a) Definitions. As used in this clause--Department of Defense Activity Address Code (DoDAAC) is a six position code that uniquely identifies a unit,activity, or organization.Document type means the type of payment request or receiving report available for creation in Wide Area WorkFlow(WAWF).Local processing office (LPO) is the office responsible for payment certification when payment certification is doneexternal to the entitlement system.(b) Electronic invoicing. The WAWF system is the method to electronically process vendor payment requests andreceiving reports, as authorized by DFARS 252.232-7003, Electronic Submissionof Payment Requests and Receiving Reports.(c) WAWF access. To access WAWF, the Contractor shall--(1) Have a designated electronic business point of contact in the System for Award Management athttps://www.acquisition.gov; and(2) Be registered to use WAWF at https://wawf.eb.mil/ following the step-by-step procedures for self-registrationavailable at this Web site.(d) WAWF training. The Contractor should follow the training instructions of the WAWF Web-Based TrainingCourse and use the Practice Training Site before submitting payment requests toughWAWF. Both can be accessed by selecting the "Web Based Training" link on the WAWF home page athttps://wawf.eb.mil/.(e) WAWF methods of document submission. Document submissions may be via Web entry, Electronic DataInterchange, or File Transfer Protocol.(f) WAWF payment instructions. The Contractor must use the following information when submitting paymentrequests and receiving reports in WAWF for this contract/order:(1) Document type. The Contractor shall use the following document type(s).Construction Invoice(2) Inspection/acceptance location. The Contractor shall select the following inspection/acceptance location(s) inWAWF, as specified by the contracting officer.Dyess AFB, TX(3) Document routing. The Contractor shall use the information in the Routing Data Table below only to fill inapplicable fields in WAWF when creating payment requests and receiving reports in thesystem.Routing Data Table*--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Field Name in WAWF Data to be entered in WAWF--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Pay Official DoDAAC F67100Issue By DoDAAC FA4661Admin DoDAAC FA4661Inspect By DoDAAC F1R31AShip To Code ____Ship From Code ____Mark For Code ____Service Approver (DoDAAC) F1R31AService Acceptor (DoDAAC) F1R31AAccept at Other DoDAAC ____LPO DoDAAC ____DCAA Auditor DoDAAC ____Other DoDAAC(s) ____--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------(4) Payment request and supporting documentation. The Contractor shall ensure a payment request includesappropriate contract line item and subline item descriptions of the work performed or supplies delivered, unitprice/cost per unit, fee (if applicable), and all relevant back-up documentation, as defined in DFARS Appendix F,(e.g. timesheets) in support of each payment request.(5) WAWF email notifications. The Contractor shall enter the email address identified below in the "Send AdditionalEmail Notifications" field of WAWF once a document is submitted in the system.nicholas.goldstein@us.af.milbobby.green.3@us.af.mil(g) WAWF point of contact. (1) The Contractor may obtain clarification regarding invoicing in WAWF from thefollowing contracting activity's WAWF point of contact.SrA Gyler B. Gustafsontyler.gustafson.1@us.af.mil(2) For technical WAWF help, contact the WAWF helpdesk at 866-618-5988.(End of clause)5352.201-9101-OMBUDSMAN (APR 2014)(a) An ombudsman has been appointed to hear and facilitate the resolution of concerns from offerors, potential offerors, and others for this acquisition. When requested, the ombudsman will maintain strict confidentiality as to the source of the concern. The existence of the ombudsman does not affect the authority of the program manager, contracting officer, or source selection official. Further, the ombudsman does not participate in the evaluation of proposals, the source selection process, or the adjudication of protests or formal contract disputes. The ombudsman may refer the interested party to another official who can resolve the concern.(b) Before consulting with an ombudsman, interested parties must first address their concerns, issues, disagreements, and/or recommendations to the contracting officer for resolution. Consulting an ombudsman does not alter or postpone the timelines for any other processes (e.g., agency level bid protests, GAO bid protests, requests for debriefings, employee-employer actions, contests of OMB Circular A-76 competition performance decisions).(c) If resolution cannot be made by the contracting officer, concerned parties may contact the Center/MAJCOM or AFISRA ombudsmen, Lt Col Tonney Kaw-uh, 129 Andrews Street, Suite 102, Langley AFB VA 23665-2769, phone: (757)764-5372 fax: (757)764-4400 email: cistopher.williams@langley.af.mil. Concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations that cannot be resolved at the Center/MAJCOM/DRU/HQ AFICA/SMC ombudsman level, may be brought by the interested party for further consideration to the Air Force ombudsman, Associate Deputy Assistant Secretary (ADAS) (Contracting), SAF/AQC, 1060 Air Force Pentagon, Washington DC 20330-1060, phone number (571) 256-2395, facsimile number (571) 256-2431.(d) The ombudsman has no authority to render a decision that binds the agency. (e) Do not contact the ombudsman to request copies of the solicitation, verify offer due date, or clarify technical requirements. Such inquiries shall be directed to the Contracting Officer.(End of Clause)In accordance with FAR 13.004 -- Legal Effect of Quotations the following information is provided in regards to quotations.A quotation is not an offer and, consequently, cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Therefore, issuance by the Government of an order in response to a supplier's quotation does not establish a contract. The order is an offer by the Government to the supplier to buy certain supplies or services upon specified terms and conditions. A contract is established when the supplier accepts the offer.When appropriate, the contracting officer may ask the supplier to indicate acceptance of an order by notification to the Government, preferably in writing. In other circumstances, the supplier may indicate acceptance by furnishing the supplies or services ordered or by proceeding with the work to the point where substantial performance has occurred.If the Government issues an order resulting from a quotation, the Government may (by written notice to the supplier, at any time before acceptance occurs) withdraw, amend, or cancel its offer.Dyess AFB Local Instruction - Base Access Requirements1. Trusted Agents and CAC Card holders need to be aware that all contractors sponsored regardless of the amount of time needed will be vetted prior to entrance to the installation as required per the following guidance:a) Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12), Policy for a Common Identification Standard for Federal Employees and Contractors.b) DOD 5200.08-R, Physical Security and Federal Information Processing Standards Publication 201-1, Personal Identity Verification (PIV) of Federal Employees and Contractors.c) AFI 31-113, reference Section 4.3, 4.6, 4.7 and 4.13:4.3. Non-Common Access Card (CAC) Department of Defense (DOD) Populations. Identify vetting requirements for military, retiree/dependent, civilian (included non-appropriated) and contractor populations is prescribed in AFI 36-3026 (IP), Volume 1; DTM 09-012; and Office of Management and Budget implementing guidance and instructions.4.6. Personal Identify Verification-Interoperable (PIV-I) Credentials. PIV-I credentials require vetting via a NCIC basic name check (please see sections 5.2.1.2 for information on an NCIC Name Check) and TSBD (when available) to be allowed unescorted access to an installation. However, these individuals are not allowed unabated access without sponsorship and a valid need for entry as determined by Installation Commander.4.7. Locally Produced Physical Access Control System (PACS) Passes. Cards and AF Form 75 Visitor Pass/Vehicle Pass. With the need for access and successful identity proofing complete, the USAF will ensure vetting of proofed identities for other populations that do not possess a credential authorized to facilitate access to determine fitness for access or whether potential access candidates pose a potential teat or risk to installations, resources, and populations.4.13 Fitness Determination. Specific guidance for denial of installation access will be included in local instructions. Section 4.13.2.9 states "The individual has been incarcerated within the past ten years, regardless of offense/violation, unless released on proof of innocence."2. Per Air Force Instruction 31-113, Installation commanders (or appointed representatives) may deny access and access credentials based on information obtained during identity vetting that indicates the individual may present a teat to the good order, discipline and morale of the installation, including, but not limited to the following:a) There is a reasonable basis to believe the individual has submitted fraudulent information concerning his or her identity.b) There is a reasonable basis to believe the individual will attempt to gain unauthorized access to classified documents, information protected by the Privacy Act, information that is proprietary in nature, or other sensitive or protected information.c) There is a reasonable basis to believe the individual will unlawfully or inappropriately use an access credential outside the workplace.d) There is a reasonable basis to believe, based on an individual's criminal or dishonest history, that issuance of an access credential poses an unacceptable risk to the installation/mission.e) The individual has/had been barred from entry/access to a Federal installation or facility.f) The individual is wanted by Federal or civil law enforcement authorities, regardless of offense or violation.g) The individual has been incarcerated within the past ten years, regardless of offense/violation, unless released on proof of innocence.h) The individual has any conviction for espionage, sabotage, treason, terrorism, or murder.i) The individual's name appears on any Federal or State agency's -watch list or -hit list for criminal behavior or terrorist activity.j) The individual has been convicted of a firearms or explosive violation within the past ten years.k) The individual has been convicted of sexual assault, armed robbery, rape, child molestation, child pornography, trafficking in humans, drug possession with intent to sell or drug distribution, or is a registered sex offender.l) There is a reasonable basis to believe, based on the individual's material, intentional false statement, deception, or fraud in connection with Federal or contract employment, that issuance of an access credential poses an unacceptable risk to the installation/mission.m) There is a reasonable basis to believe, based on the nature or duration of the individual's alcohol abuse without evidence of substantial rehabilitation, that issuance of an access credential poses an unacceptable risk to the installation/mission.n) There is a reasonable basis to believe, based on the nature or duration of the individual's illegal use of narcotics, drugs, or other controlled substances without evidence of substantial rehabilitation, that issuance of an access credential poses an unacceptable risk to the installation/mission.o) A statutory or regulatory bar prevents the individual's contract employment; or would prevent Federal employment under circumstances that furnish a reasonable basis to believe that issuance of a access credential poses an unacceptable risk to the installation/mission.3. Additionally, Dyess AFB has the following policies regarding traffic safety:a) Seatbelts must be used at all time while vehicles are in motionb) Posted speed limits must not be exceeded.c) Texas Traffic Lawsd) Cell phones cannot be in driver's hands while vehicles are in motion, hands free devices may be used while driving.4. Dyess AFB personnel will strictly enforce traffic laws with random checks. Those who violate the traffic laws on Dyess AFB are liable for fines and can have their base driving privileges restricted for the following time periods of time:a) First Offense-30 Daysb) Second Offense-6 Monthsc) Third Offense- 1 Yeard) Fourth Offense- Complete loss of driving privilegesNote: It is the Contractors responsibility to ensure that their employees meets/adheres to the above requirements. No consideration (e.g. additional contract performance time) will be granted by the Government if the contractor or their employees do not meet the requirements as specified above.(End Dyess AFB Local Instruction - Base Access Requirements)SUBJECT: Appeal Process for Installation AccessI . You have been denied access to Dyess Air Force Base due to the discovery of one or more disqualifying factor(s) identified during your background check. Air Force instruction 31-113, Installation Perimeter Access, dictates Installation Commanders may deny access and access credentials based on information obtained during identity vetting. Examples of denial of installation access may include offenses ranging from a misdemeanor(s) to a felony conviction(s) or anything which may present a teat to the good order, discipline and morale of the installation. We encourage you to contact the Texas Department of Public Safety for more information pertaining to your criminal history records.2. If you feel our office is in error or you believe your specific circumstance warrants further review, you may appeal to the 7th Mission Support Group Commander for reconsideration of your case by submitting a memorandum of justification containing your full name, date of birth, social security number, the slate of issuance of your driver's license as well as your driver's license number directly to the Dyess Air Force Base Visitor Control Center.3. The appeal process outlined in this memorandum does not apply to members who are currently barred from Dyess Air Force Base or any other DoD installations. lf you have any questions regarding the appeal process for installation access, please contact the Security Forces Visitor Control Center at (325) 696-8544 from 0800-1630 Monday tough Friday.Attachments:1) Brand Name Justification F1R31A5085AW04 Department of the Air Force Air Combat Command
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