7910--Walk Behind Floor Scrubber
THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) SOURCES SOUGHT IS ISSUED SOLELY FOR MARKET RESEARCH AND PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION
1. Responses to this Sources Sought must be in writing. The purpose of this Sources Sought Announcement is for market research only to make appropriate acquisition decisions and to gain knowledge of Small Business Capability, including Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB/VOSB) interested and capable of providing the required equipment.
2. The NAICS for this requirement is NACIS 335210 Small Electrical Appliance Manufacturing.
3. Interested and capable Contractors should respond to this notice not later than 12:00 PM (PST) on March 17, 2020 by providing the following via email only to Marie Irvin at marie.irvin@va.gov.
Please provide the following:
a) company name
b) address
c) point of contact
d) phone, fax, and email of primary point of contact
e) DUNS number
f) Type of small business, if applicable, (e.g. Services Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB), 8(a), HUB-Zone, Women Owned Small Business, Small disadvantaged Business, or Small Business).
g) A capability statement that addresses the organization s qualifications and ability to provide the required equipment with warranty to the VA San Diego Healthcare System, 3550 La Jolla Village Drive, San Diego CA 92161. Respondents are also encouraged to provide specific examples (e.g. contract number, point of contact information) of the Contractor s experience providing the same or similar equipment.
4. SDVOSB/VOSB respondents.
a) If respondent is SDVOSB or VOSB, respondent is encouraged to provide proof of https://www.vip.vetbiz.va.gov certification. In addition, SDVOSB/VOSB Contractors are asked to acknowledge that they understand the limitations on sub-contracting pursuant to FAR 52.219-14, Limitations on Sub-Contracting, which will be included in the impending solicitation. Further SDVOSB/VOSB contractors are asked to respond that they are capable of providing the requested equipment keeping within the parameters of this clause.
b) Small businesses, including SDVOSB/VOSBS are also advised that per 13 CFR, § 125.6 the prime contractor's limitations on subcontracting are as follows:
In order to be awarded a full or partial small business set-aside contract with a value greater than $150,000, an 8(a) contract, a SDVOSB/VOSB contract, a HUBZone contract, a WOSB or EDWOSB contract pursuant to part 127 of this chapter, a small business concern must agree, in the case of a contract for services (except construction), it will not pay more than 50% of the amount paid by the government to its firms that are not similarly situated. Any work that a similarly situated subcontractor further subcontracts will count towards the 50% subcontract amount that cannot be exceeded.
5. Required Equipment: The Veterans Integrated Service Network 22 (VISN-22), VA San Diego Healthcare System (VASDHS) is seeking a contractor that can provide the following: PLEASE PROVIDE INFORMSAL PRICING.
ITEM NUMBER
DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES
QUANTITY
UNIT
UNIT PRICE
AMOUNT
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CLARKE FOCUS II MID-SIZE BOOST 28"
WALK BEHIND FLOOR SCRUBBER
STK# 57ADV05374A 2 EA
GRAND TOTAL
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6. Salient Characteristics:
Must be the Clarke Focus II Mid-Size Boost 28 Walk Behind Floor scrubber
14 x 28 pad size
24V 6 V batteries 242 Ah,wet or 312 Ah maint-free battery
.75 hp (550W) 3 stage tangential discharge vacuum motor
7. Please note that if VA s pending market research establishes that two or more VOSB or SDVOSB, who are certified in VA s Vendor Information Pages (VIP) site https://www.vip.vetbiz.va.gov, can provide the services, VA will set aside the underlying solicitation per 38 U.S.C. §8127.
8. All Offerors who provide goods or services to the United States Federal Government must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database found at https://www.sam.gov. Registration must include Representations and Certifications.
9. The Non-Manufacturer Rule (NMR) in accordance with 13 CFR § 121.406, September 4, 2019 applies to this acquisition.
a) For small business set-asides other than construction or service contracts the prime contractor that s supplying products to the government is required to cover at least 50 percent of the cost of manufacturing those products. The non-manufacturer rule is an exception to that requirement. The rule allows a small business to supply products it did not manufacture as long as those products come from another small business.
b) A manufacturer is defined as a business that, with its own facilities, performs primary activities in transforming inorganic or organic substances, including the assembly of parts and components, into the end product being acquired. In other words, a manufacturer makes or produces products. Businesses may qualify as a non-manufacturer if it meets the following criteria:
Does not exceed 500 employees
Is primarily engaged in the retail or wholesale trade and normally sells the type of products being supplied
Will supply the end products of a small business manufacturer or processor made in the United States, or obtains a waiver of such requirement
See Title 13 Part 121.406 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) for detailed information about the non-manufacturer rule.
--End of Sources Sought Announcement
36C26220Q0501 Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 22
3/11/20, 12:52 PM Pressure Washer
This solicitation is being issued as 100% total small business set-aside. The solicitation is for washer, high pressure to be delivered to Defense Commissary Agency commissaries located in CONUS (continental United States), OCONUS (Overseas), Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. However, for OCONUS locations, with the exception of Alaska and Hawaii the contractor would only be responsible for preparation for overseas shipment and delivery to the port. Only one Firm-Fixed Price contract is contemplated. The RFP will be posted on FedBizOpps at https://beta.sam.gov. Offerors may obtain a copy of the solicitation at this site. The FSC is 7910, the business size is 1,000 employees, and the NAICS Code is 333318 for this requirement. All responsible sources may submit an offer, which will be considered by the above agency. By submission of an offer, the offeror acknowledges the requirement that a prospective awardee must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to award of any contract resulting from this solicitation to include listing NAICS Code 333318 in the database prior to award of any contract resulting from this solicitation. Further information about registration may be found on the Internet at https://www.acquisition.gov. Questions pertaining to this notice and solicitation should be directed to Carrita King via phone at (804) 734-8000 x48802 or e-mail: Carrita.King@deca.mil.
HDEC0421R0038 Defense Commissary Agency
9/27/21, 7:05 AM Purchase of Cleaning Supplies
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6 and FAR Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures, 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 acquisition is 75N98023Q00003 and the solicitation is being issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). This solicitation document and its incorporation provisions are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC-2005-70). This acquisition will be processed as a fixed priced requirement and is a Small Business Set-Aside. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 339994, and the size standard is 500 employees.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), Office of the Director (OD), Office of Acquisition and Logistics Management (OLAM). Division of Logistics (DL), NIH Supply Center (NIHSC) is looking to procure the following items. If quoting on or equal item, please include the specifications of the items.
1 PAPER TOWEL, WYPALL, 10-1/2 X 12", BOX/125 14400 BX $______ $_______
User Product Code: 7920005587028
User Product Description: TOWEL: WYPALL L10 PLY UTILITY WIPES are soft, strong, and have outstanding absorbency; better drying performance than towel towels to help reduce usage. White, single fold towels dispense one at a time in the Pop-Up box, provide a clean, fresh towel every time; the box effectively protects against splashes, dust and other contaminating elements. Use these industrial towels in farm and agricultural environments and as hospitality and retail wiping towels for spill cleaning. Each towel measures 10.25 in x 9 in. 18 boxes per 1 case. DISPENSER BOX. NOT FOR PERSONAL USE box; 125 sheets/ box
Items must be barcoded prior to delivery (instructions attached).
This is a brand name or equal solicitation, partial quotes are accepted.
The government intends to award possible multiple awards to the offerers who can provide all of the items listed within a 10 day delivery timeframe. If no offerors can satisfy the entire requirement, we may use the quotes as a price list to award the remaining items not on the list. The government’s priority for award is first, delivery timeframe, and second, price.
There is no Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) rating assigned to this acquisition.
FAR provisions and clauses that apply to this acquisition:
Offerors shall include a completed copy of the provision at 52.212.-3, Offeror Representations and Certification—Commercial Items with its offer, or submit a printout to their Online Reps and Certs.
52.217-6 Option for Increased Quantity.
Option for Increased Quantity (Mar 1989)
The Government may increase the quantity of supplies called for in the Schedule at the unit price specified. The Contracting Officer may exercise the option by written notice to the Contractor within 3 months from award. Delivery of the added items shall continue at the same rate as the like items called for under the contract, unless the parties otherwise agree. (End of clause)
FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors, Commercial Items; FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation/Commercial Items; 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; FAR 52.204-7, Central Contractor Registration; and FAR 32.703-2, Availability of Funds, 52.232-18, Availability of Funds, FAR 52.232-34, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-Other than Central Contractor Registration. Under FAR 52.212 5, paragraph (b), the Contracting Officer has indicated that the following clauses are incorporated by reference: 52.203-6 Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government. (SEP 2006) - Alternate I (OCT 1995) 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (JUL 1996), 52.219-8 Utilization of Small Business Concerns (MAY 2004), 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting. (DEC 1996), 52.222-3 Convict Labor (JUN 2003), 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (FEB 1999), 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (APR 2002) (E.O. 11246), 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans. (SEP 2006), 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (FEB 2006), 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer - Central Contractor Registration (OCT 2003), FAR 52.217-9 Option to Extend the Term of the Contract; and (HHSAR) (48 CFR Chapter 3) CLAUSES are incorporated by reference. 352.224-70 Confidentiality of Information (JAN 2006), 352.249-14 Excusable delays (JAN 2006), 352.270-4 Pricing of adjustments (JAN 2001), 352.270-6 Publications and publicity (JAN 2006), 352.270-10 Anti-lobbying (JAN 2006), 352.270-11 Privacy Act (JAN 2006).
New Clause:
52.223-99 Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors (OCT 2021).
In order to be considered for an award, an offeror must have completed the online electronic Representations and Certifications located at https://www.sam.gov/ in accordance with FAR 4.1201(a). By submission of an offer, the offeror acknowledges the requirement that a prospective awardee shall be registered in SAM at https://www.sam.gov/ prior to award, during performance, and through final payment of any contract, basic agreement, basic ordering agreement, or blanket purchasing agreement resulting from this solicitation [Note: Lack of registration in the System for Award Management will make an offeror ineligible for award.] All responsible sources may submit an offer that will be considered by the Agency.
Offers/quotes must be submitted no later than 4:30 pm Eastern Daylight Time on Tuesday, November 8, 2022.
E-mail submissions only to haydenc@od.nih.gov by required response time. Fax submissions are not authorized.
75N98023Q00003 Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health Office of Logisitics and Acquisition Operations
11/2/22, 4:10 PM