1202SC26Q2702 CSS RFQ.pdf

Solicitation 1202SC26Q2702 Western Shelter Systems LLC.

Gatekeeper SW-20 Shelter Parts

USDA/US Forest Service Incident Procurement Operations

FAR Part 12 Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Description This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation number 1202SC25Q2702 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Western Shelter Systems LLC., Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Gatekeeper SW-20 shelter components and replacement parts.

This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.

The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 339999. The small business size standard is 550 employees. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency.

See “Attachment 1 - 1202SC25Q2702 - Terms and Conditions” for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.

Award Type It is anticipated that a competitive Firm-Fixed Price stand-alone Purchase Order (PO) for brand name Items Peculiar to One Manufacturer will be awarded as a result of this solicitation.

The Government intends to make one award from this solicitation. Therefore, to be considered responsive, contractors must submit pricing for all items.

Evaluation and Basis for Award The provision at FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services is not applicable to this solicitation. In lieu of this provision, quotes will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 12.203 based on the criteria listed below. Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government.

Evaluation Criteria The provision at FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services is not applicable to this solicitation. In lieu of this provision, quotes will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 12.203 based on the criteria listed below. Award will be made to the offeror with the highest technically rated quotation with fair and reasonable pricing and acceptable or neutral past performance.

Technical Approach The technical approach will evaluate the ability of the offeror to provide a sound, compliant approach offeror's ability to provide a sound and compliant approach that meets all requirements and shows a thorough understanding of them. It is the contractor's responsibility to ensure their quotation clearly demonstrates their capability to meet these requirements. All offerors must provide the http://www.acquisition.gov/

USDA/US Forest Service Incident Procurement Operations following minimum information and documentation with their quotations to be considered responsive and have their offers evaluated:

• Ability of the offeror to meet the Delivery requirements listed in Attachment 1 – 1202SC26Q2702 Terms & Conditions, Schedule of Items, pages 1-2.

• All information requested in Attachment 1 – 1202SC26Q2702 Terms & Conditions, Solicitation Information, page 10.

• Detailed explanation of any requirement listed that cannot be successfully accomplished by the offeror.

Price The offeror’s quotation will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 12.204, to determine if it is fair and reasonable.

Past Performance The Government may utilize any references provided by the Contractor, along with information available from past contracts/orders with the USDA and any information found using sources such as Federal Government sources or the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) to determine if the Contractor has acceptable or neutral Past Performance. Past Performance will be evaluated using the following rating system:

• Acceptable: The contractor shows a demonstrated ability to meet contract requirements in prior or current contracts, including quality of work, timeliness, cost control, business relations, and adherence to contract terms.

• Neutral: Offeror does not have a past performance record.

• Unacceptable: The contractor has a documented history of failing to meet contract requirements, including poor quality, missed deadlines, cost overruns, lack of responsiveness, or unethical behavior.

Evaluation Method All quotations will be evaluated to identify the offeror presenting the most technically advantageous solution based on the stated evaluation criteria. Once the highest technically rated offeror is

USDA/US Forest Service Incident Procurement Operations identified, their price will be evaluated to determine whether it is fair and reasonable. Past performance will also be assessed to ensure it is acceptable or neutral.

Award will be made to the offeror whose proposal is determined to be the highest technically rated, provided that:

• The proposed price is fair and reasonable, and

• Past performance is assessed as acceptable or neutral.

Award will not necessarily be made to the lowest-priced offeror. Tradeoffs will not be conducted.

Attachments

Attachment Number

Attachment Title Number of Pages

1 Attachment 1 - 1202SC26Q2702 Terms & Conditions 12

2 Attachment 2 - 1202SC26Q2702 Offeror’s Information 1

3 Attachment 3 – 1202SC26Q2702 Past Performance Questionnaire 1

Contact Information Primary Point of Contact: Amy Tilley Email: amy.tilley@usda.gov

Secondary Point of Contact (Optional): Matthew Cox Email: matthew.cox2@usda.gov mailto:amy.tilley@usda.gov mailto:matthew.cox2@usda.gov