12661218B0010.pdf

12661218B0010

1. REQUEST NO.

5a. ISSUED BY

NAME

a. NAME

c. STREET ADDRESS

d. CITY

10. PLEASE FURNISH QUOTATIONS TO

THE ISSUING OFFICE IN BLOCK 5a ON

OR BEFORE CLOSE OF BUSINESS (Date)

2. DATE ISSUED 3. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO. 4. CERT. FOR NAT. DEF.

UNDER BDSA REG. 2

AND/OR DMS REG.1

RATING

6. DELIVERY BY (Date)

7. DELIVERY

9. DESTINATION

a. NAME OF CONSIGNEE

b. STREET ADDRESS

PAGE OF PAGES

5b. FOR INFORMATION CALL: (No collect calls)

TELEPHONE NUMBER

AREA CODE NUMBER

8. TO:

b. COMPANY

e. STATE f. ZIP CODE

c. CITY

d. STATE e. ZIP CODE

IMPORTANT: This is a request for information, and quotations furnished are not offers. If you are unable to quote, please so indicate on this form and return it to the address in Block 5a. This request does not commit the Government to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of the submission of this quotation or to contract for supplies or services. Supplies are of domestic origin unless otherwise indicated by quoter. Any representations and/or certifications attached to this Request for Quotations must be completed by the quoter.

11. SCHEDULE (Include applicable Federal, State and local taxes)

THIS RFQ

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION

(THIS IS NOT AN ORDER)

IS IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS SET ASIDEX

06/13/2018

1 1

USDA ARS NPA BRL

1605 ALBRECHT BLVD N

FARGO ND 58102-2765

USDA ARS BIOSCIENCE RESEARCH LABORA

09/01/2018

USDA ARS NORTHERN CROP SCIENCE LABO

USDA ARS NPA NCSRL

1307 18TH STREET N

FARGO

ND 58102

701 239-1213CONNIE FAULKNER

07/16/2018 1700 CT

FOB DESTINATION

OTHER

(See Schedule)X

ITEM NO.

(a)

SUPPLIES/SERVICES

(b)

QUANTITY

(c)

UNIT

(d)

UNIT PRICE

(e)

AMOUNT

(f)

Period of Performance: 09/01/2018 to 08/31/2019

001 Janitorial services Product/Service Code: S201 Product/Service Description: HOUSEKEEPING-

CUSTODIAL JANITORIAL

Delivery: 09/01/2018

12. DISCOUNT FOR PROMPT PAYMENT

a. 10 CALENDAR DAYS (%) b. 20 CALENDAR DAYS (%) c. 30 CALENDAR DAYS (%) d. CALENDAR DAYS

NUMBER PERCENTAGE

NOTE: Additional provisions and representations

13. NAME AND ADDRESS OF QUOTER

b. STREET ADDRESS

c. COUNTY

d. CITY e. STATE f. ZIP CODE

14. SIGNATURE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO

SIGN QUOTATION

16. SIGNER

a. NAME (Type or print)

c. TITLE (Type or print)

a. NAME OF QUOTER

AREA CODE

NUMBER

15. DATE OF QUOTATION

b. TELEPHONE are are not attached

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STANDARD FORM 18 (REV. 6-95)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.215-1(a)

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. Solicitation number 12661218B0010 is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-73. The associated NAICS code is 561720.

This acquisition is for the following item as identified in the Contract Line Item Number (CLIN):

The USDA in Fargo, ND is looking for janitorial services:

Minimum Specifications:

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Clean Restrooms thoroughly including floors: daily all restrooms including the greenhouse

Clean Lunch Room: daily Trash pickup office, conference rooms, labs and greenhouse trashes Vacuum Offices and Conference rooms and Atrium every two weeks at a minimum or as needed.

Sweep and mop labs every two weeks at a minimum or as needed Window cleaning every two weeks at a minimum or as needed Dusting light fixtures and window wells every two weeks or as needed Keep restrooms stocked with toilet paper and hand towels Any other requests that come from the contracting officer within reasonable demands for a standard janitorial responsibility position.

8 hours daily during normal operating hours 8-5 Not to exceed 40 hours weekly Monthly with a 60 days termination USDA will pay provide paid days for all Federal Holidays (listed below) and when the center is closed for Inclement weather.

Sick leave is NOT provided and in the event of an illness the USADA expects the services to be covered by the company.

New Year's Day January 1* Martin L. King Birthday Third Monday in January President's Day Third Monday in February Memorial Day Last Monday in May Independence Day July 4* Labor Day First Monday in September Columbus Day Second Monday in October Veterans Day November 11* Thanksgiving Day Fourth Thursday in November Christmas Day December 25*

52.202-1 Definitions (Nov 2013) 52.204-7 System for Award Management (Jul. 2013) 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance (Jul. 2013) 52.209-10 Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations

52.211.6 Brand Name or Equal (Aug 1999)

52.222-19 Child Labor--- Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (Jan 2014) 52.232-1 Payments (Apr. 1984) 52.232-8 Discounts for Prompt Payments (Feb. 2002) 52.232-23 Assignment of Claims (May 2014) 52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations (Jun 2013) 52.232-40 Providing Accelerate Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (Dec 2013) 52.243-1 Changes – Fixed Price (Aug. 1987) 52.246-2 Inspection of Supplies – Fixed Price (Aug. 1996) 52.249-1 Termination for Convenience of the Government (Fixed Price) (Short Form) (Apr. 1984) 52.244-6 Subcontracts for Commercial Items (Dec. 2013) 52.223-2 Affirmative Procurement of Biobased Products Under Service And Construction Contracts. (Sept 2013) 52.223-17 Affirmative Procurement of EPA-Designated Items in Service and Construction Contracts (May 2008)

52.222-52 Exemption From Application Of The Service Contract Labor Standards To Contracts For Certain Services--Certification (May 2014)

Please make sure quotes are valid until 09/30/2018.

Email Quote to connie.faulkner@ars.usda.gov

This is a Buy Best Value acquisition. The Government will award a Purchase Order resulting from this Request for Quotes to the responsible offeror whose quote is conforming to the solicitation and represents the most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers:

EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD

1. Past Performance - Quotes will be evaluated based on the offeor’s past performance as provided by the offerors references.

2. Offeror’s Technical Solution- The Government will evaluate the performance of the offeror’s product for capability and performance.

3. Quality and Reliability- Quotes will be evaluated on the offeror’s product for its level of Quality and Reliability.

4. Price- The quoted price is fair and reasonable.

NOTE:

All evaluation factors other than cost or price, when combined, are significantly more important than cost or price.

Factors and sub-factors are prioritized in the following order of importance (i.e. most important first, least important last) for award evaluation 2, 3, 1, 4.

The Government will evaluate quotes for award purposes, considering the evaluation factors above, and will award to that offeror whose proposal represents the best value to the Government.

52.232-18 Availability of Funds.

Funds are not presently available for this contract. The Government’s obligation under this contract is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds from which payment for contract purposes can be made.

No legal liability on the part of the Government for any payment may arise until funds are made available to the Contracting Officer for this contract and until the Contractor receives notice of such availability, to be confirmed in writing by the Contracting Officer.

Inspection and Acceptance Terms: Supplies will be inspected and accepted by the End User / Purchasing Agent at destination.

Representations: Please include a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items.

Applicable Provisions: The following Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Department of Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition: FAR 52.204-7 System for Award Management: AGAR 452.204-70 Inquiries; FAR 52.209-6 Protecting the Government’s Interests when Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended or Proposed for Debarment; FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offers-Commercial Items; FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items (filled in as follows: Technical specifications/support, and price);

FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items; FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes of Executive Orders-Commercial Items; AGAR 452.219-70 Size Standard and NAICS Code Information; FAR 52.222-3 Convict Labor; FAR 52.222-19 Child Labor – Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies; FAR 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities; FAR 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity Employment;

FAR 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities; FAR 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons;

FAR 52.223-18 Encouraging Contractor Policy to Ban Text Messaging While Driving; FAR 52.225-13 Restrictions on

Certain Foreign Purchases; FAR 52.225-25 Prohibitions on Contracting with Entities Engaging in Certain Activities or Transactions Relating to Iran—Reps and Certs; FAR 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-Central Contractor Registration; FAR 52.233-3 Protest After Award; FAR 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract;

FAR 52.252-1 Solicitations Provisions Incorporated by Reference; FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference.

Invoices must be submitted into the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). IPP is a government-wide secure web-based payment information service offered free of charge to government agencies and their suppliers by the U.S. Department of Treasury’s Financial Management Service (FMS).

One-time enrollment in IPP means that you will receive a series of e-mails from Treasury services.

The first email will have the IPP Logon ID and link to the IPP application. A second e-mail, containing the password will be sent within 24 hours. Once you receive these emails, please login to the IPP application and complete the registration process. Benefits of registering with IPP include the ability for your company to create invoices directly from a contract award and submit them electronically, as well as:

· e-mail notification when invoice(s) are paid

· online payment history

· remittance download

The e-mail notification of payment is sent when a payment is distributed to your bank account and will include all pertinent payment information.

The IPP Customer Support Desk is available to assist users Monday through Friday (excluding bank holidays) from 8:00AM - 6:00PM ET, including answering any questions related to accessing IPP or completing the registration process.

Their toll-free number is 1-866-973-3131 2 or they can be reached at: IPPCustomerSupport@fms.treas.gov.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Controller Operations Division Help Desk at:

1-877-243-3072 or cod.help@usda.gov.

The successful vendor must be enrolled in IPP to submit invoices and receive payment.

If the successful vendor firm is already enrolled in IPP invoices are to be submitted under the vendors existing IPP enrollment.

Clause 52.223-2 requires: The contractor shall report to the environmental point of contact, with a copy to the Contracting Officer, on the product types and dollar value of any USDA-designated biobased products purchased by the contractor during the previous fiscal year. The report must be submitted not later than October 31 of each year during contract performance and at the end of contract performance. See list of attachments for categories of Biobased products, this list and linked descriptions can be found at http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx

The environmental point of contact is:

Ron Buckhalt RonB.Buckhalt@dm.usda.gov Phone: 202-205-4008

Energy Efficient Products mailto:IPPCustomerSupport@fms.treas.gov mailto:cod.help@usda.gov http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx mailto:RonB.Buckhalt@dm.usda.gov

Energy policy acts of 1992, 2005, 2007 and Executive Order 13423 require the purchase of energy efficient products— either those labeled “ENERGY STAR” or designated by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). The requirement applies both to direct purchases and contracted services, including contracts for design, construction, renovation, or maintenance of a public building. For contracted services, the contractor must provide ENERGY STAR, FEMP qualified, or other energy efficient products.

To be eligible for an award, all contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). A contractor can contact SAM by calling 1-866-606-8220 or e-mail at www.sam.gov. NO EXCEPTIONS. A DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) number is required in order to register.

Categories of biobased products, this list and linked descriptions can be found at http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx

Subpart B —Designated Items [ Last FR update*: 08/29/2011 ] § 3201.10 — Mobile equipment hydraulic fluids. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.11 — Roof coatings. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.12 — Water tank coatings. [ Last FR update*: 11/20/2006 ] § 3201.13 — Diesel fuel additives. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.14 — Penetrating lubricants. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.15 — Bedding, bed linens, and towels. [ Last FR update*: 11/20/2006 ] § 3201.16 — Adhesive and mastic removers. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.17 — Plastic insulating foam for residential and commercial construction. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.18 — Hand cleaners and sanitizers. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.19 — Composite panels. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.20 — Fluid-filled transformers. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.21 — Disposable containers. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.22 — Fertilizers. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.23 — Sorbents. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.24 — Graffiti and grease removers. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.25 — 2-Cycle engine oils. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.26 — Lip care products. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.27 — Films. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.28 — Stationary equipment hydraulic fluids. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.29 — Disposable cutlery. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.30 — Glass cleaners. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.31 — Greases. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.32 — Dust suppressants. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.33 — Carpets. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.34 — Carpet and upholstery cleaners. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.35 — Bathroom and spa cleaners. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.36 — Concrete and asphalt release fluids. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.37 — General purpose de-icers. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.38 — Firearm lubricants. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.39 — Floor strippers. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.40 — Laundry products. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.41 — Metalworking fluids. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.42 — Wood and concrete sealers. [ Last FR update*: 05/14/2008 ] § 3201.43 — Chain and cable lubricants. [ Last FR update*: 10/27/2009 ] § 3201.44 — Corrosion preventatives. [ Last FR update*: 10/27/2009 ] § 3201.45 — Food cleaners. [ Last FR update*: 10/27/2009 ] § 3201.46 — Forming lubricants. [ Last FR update*: 10/27/2009 ] § 3201.47 — Gear lubricants. [ Last FR update*: 10/27/2009 ] § 3201.48 — General purpose household cleaners. [ Last FR update*: 10/27/2009 ] § 3201.49 — Industrial cleaners. [ Last FR update*: 10/27/2009 ] http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx

§ 3201.50 — Multipurpose cleaners. [ Last FR update*: 10/27/2009 ] § 3201.51 — Parts wash solutions. [ Last FR update*: 10/27/2009 ] § 3201.52 — Disposable tableware. [ Last FR update*: 10/18/2010 ] § 3201.53 — Expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam recycling products. [ Last FR update*: 10/18/2010 § 3201.54 — Heat transfer fluids. [ Last FR update*: 10/18/2010 ] § 3201.55 — Ink removers and cleaners. [ Last FR update*: 10/18/2010 ] § 3201.56 — Mulch and compost materials. [ Last FR update*: 10/18/2010 ] § 3201.57 — Multipurpose lubricants. [ Last FR update*: 10/18/2010 ] § 3201.58 — [Reserved] § 3201.59 — Topical pain relief products. [ Last FR update*: 10/18/2010 ] § 3201.60 — Turbine drip oils. [ Last FR update*: 10/18/2010 ] § 3201.61 — Animal repellents. [ Last FR update*: 07/22/2011 ] § 3201.62 — Bath products. [ Last FR update*: 07/22/2011 ] § 3201.63 — Bioremediation materials. [ Last FR update*: 07/22/2011 ] § 3201.64 — Compost activators and accelerators. [ Last FR update*: 07/22/2011 ] § 3201.65 — Concrete and asphalt cleaners. [ Last FR update*: 07/22/2011 ] § 3201.66 — Cuts, burns, and abrasions ointments. [ Last FR update*: 07/22/2011 ] § 3201.67 — Dishwashing products. [ Last FR update*: 07/22/2011 ] § 3201.68 — Erosion control materials. [ Last FR update*: 07/22/2011 ] § 3201.69 — Floor cleaners and protectors. [ Last FR update*: 07/22/2011 ] § 3201.70 — Hair care products. [ Last FR update*: 07/22/2011 ] § 3201.71 — Interior paints and coatings. [ Last FR update*: 07/22/2011 ] § 3201.72 — Oven and grill cleaners. [ Last FR update*: 07/22/2011 ] § 3201.73 — Slide way lubricants. [ Last FR update*: 07/22/2011 ] § 3201.74 — Thermal shipping containers. [ Last FR update*: 07/22/2011 ] § 3201.75 — Air fresheners and deodorizers. [ Last FR update*: 04/04/2012 ] § 3201.76 — Asphalt and tar removers. [ Last FR update*: 04/04/2012 ] § 3201.77 — Asphalt restorers. [ Last FR update*: 04/04/2012 ] § 3201.78 — Blast media. [ Last FR update*: 04/04/2012 ] § 3201.79 — Candles and wax melts. [ Last FR update*: 04/04/2012 ] § 3201.80 — Electronic components cleaners. [ Last FR update*: 04/04/2012 ] § 3201.81 — Floor coverings (non-carpet). [ Last FR update*: 04/04/2012 ] § 3201.82 — Foot care products. [ Last FR update*: 04/04/2012 ] § 3201.83 — Furniture cleaners and protectors. [ Last FR update*: 04/04/2012 ] § 3201.84 — Inks. [ Last FR update*: 04/04/2012 ] § 3201.85 — Packing and insulating materials. [ Last FR update*: 04/04/2012 ] § 3201.86 — Pneumatic equipment lubricants. [ Last FR update*: 04/04/2012 ] § 3201.87 — Wood and concrete stains. [ Last FR update*: 04/04/2012 ] § 3201.88 — Agricultural spray adjuvants. [ Last FR update*: 11/19/2012 ] § 3201.89 — Animal cleaning products. [ Last FR update*: 11/19/2012 ] § 3201.90 — Deodorants. [ Last FR update*: 11/19/2012 ] § 3201.91 — Dethatcher products. [ Last FR update*: 11/19/2012 ] § 3201.92 — Fuel conditioners. [ Last FR update*: 11/19/2012 ] § 3201.93 — Leather, vinyl, and rubber care products. [ Last FR update*: 11/19/2012 ] § 3201.94 — Lotions and moisturizers. [ Last FR update*: 11/19/2012 ] http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p88 http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p89 http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p90 http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p91 http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p92 http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p93 http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p94

§ 3201.95 — Shaving products. [ Last FR update*: 11/19/2012 ] § 3201.96 — Specialty precision cleaners and solvents. [ Last FR update*: 11/19/2012 ] § 3201.97 — Sun care products. [ Last FR update*: 11/19/2012 ] § 3201.98 — Wastewater systems coatings. [ Last FR update*: 11/19/2012 ] § 3201.99 — Water clarifying agents. [ Last FR update*: 11/19/2012 ] § 3201.100 — Aircraft and boat cleaners. [ Last FR update*: 06/11/2013 ] § 3201.101 — Automotive care products. [ Last FR update*: 06/11/2013 ] § 3201.102 — Engine crankcase oils. [ Last FR update*: 06/11/2013 ] § 3201.103 — Gasoline fuel additives. [ Last FR update*: 06/11/2013 ] § 3201.104 — Metal cleaners and corrosion removers. [ Last FR update*: 06/11/2013 ] § 3201.105 — Microbial cleaning products. [ Last FR update*: 06/11/2013 ] § 3201.106 — Paint removers. [ Last FR update*: 06/11/2013 ] § 3201.107 — Water turbine bearing oils. [ Last FR update*: 06/11/2013 ] http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p95 http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p96 http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p97 http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p98 http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p99 http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p100 http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p101 http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p102 http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p103 http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p104 http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p105 http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p106 http://cfr.regstoday.com/7CFR3201.aspx%237_CFR_3201p107

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