A.09.01 Combined Synopsis and Solicitation.pdf

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1/30/2018

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COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

General Information

Document Type: Combined Solicitation/Synopsis Solicitation Number: HQC010DECAEUROPECART24

Posted Date: 6 AUGUST 2024

Original Response Date: 14:00 7 SEPTEMBER 2024

Current Response Date: 14:00 7 SEPTEMBER 2024

Product or Service Code: 7290

Set Aside: OCONUS-GERMANY

NAICS Code: 333924

Contracting Office Address OCONUS Contracting Office - CCQRO Kapaun Air Station, Bldg. 2780 67661 Kaiserslautern, Germany

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.6, “Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items,” as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; “quotations” are being requested, and a written solicitation document will not be issued.

This solicitation is a "request for quotations (RFQ)." The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 88B.

The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 333924, with a small business size standard of 500 employees.

The Defense Commissary Agency, is seeking to purchase 1500 grocery carts.

All responsible sources may submit a response which, if timely received, must be considered by the agency

All interested companies shall provide quotation(s) for the following:

Specification sheet provided within this synopsis/solicitation.

Supplies- Patron Cart (2E02-B CED 2018)

Line Item Description Quantity Unit Price Total Price 0001 CART, shopping, wire basket, nesting 1500

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Place of Delivery Address: DeCA CDC-

Germersheim US Installation Geb.

Germersheim

Postal Code: 76726 Country: GERMANY

Award shall be made to the low bid. Bid must be for all effort required for delivery to Germersheim, Germany.

The full text of FAR provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at http://acquisition.gov/comp/far/index.html.

The following solicitation provisions apply to this acquisition:

1. FAR 52.212-1, “Instructions to Offerors–Commercial Items” (OCT 2015)

2. FAR 52.212-3, “Offerors Representations and Certifications–Commercial Items” (APR 2016)

Offerors must complete annual representations and certifications on-line at https://www.sam.gov/portal/SAM/#1, in accordance with FAR 52.212-3, “Offerors Representations and Certifications–Commercial Items.” If paragraph (j) of the provision is applicable, a written submission is required.

The following contract clauses apply to this acquisition:

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERNCE:

FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions–Commercial Items (MAY 2015)

ADDENDUM TO FAR CLAUSE 52.212-4, CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS-COMMERCIAL

ITEMS (INCORPORATED BY REFERNCE ON STANDARD FORM 1449):

The following clauses are added to the terms and conditions in FAR 52.212-4

FAR 52.204-7 SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (JUL 2013)

FAR 52.204-19 INCORPORATION BY REFERNCE OF REPRESENTATIONS AND

CERTIFICATIONS (DEC 2014) FAR 52.232-39 UNENFORCAEBILITY OF UNAUTHORIZED

OBLIGATIONS (JUN 2013)

FAR 52.233-4 APPLICABLE LAW FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT CLAIM (OCT 2004)

FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders (JUN 2016)

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY FULL TEXT:

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FAR 52.252-2 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):

https://www.acquisition.gov/?q=brosefar

252.229-7001 Tax Relief.

TAX RELIEF—ALTERNATE I (APR 2020)

(a) Prices set forth in this contract are exclusive of all taxes and duties from which the United States Government is exempt by virtue of tax agreements between the United States Government and the Contractor’s government. The following taxes or duties have been excluded from the contract price:

NAME OF TAX: [Offeror insert] RATE (PERCENTAGE): [Offeror insert]

(b) Invoices submitted in accordance with the terms and conditions of this contract shall be exclusive of all taxes or duties for which relief is available. The Contractor’s invoice shall list separately the gross price, amount of tax deducted, and net price charged.

(c) When items manufactured to United States Government specifications are being acquired, the Contractor shall identify the materials or components intended to be imported in order to ensure that relief from import duties is obtained. If the Contractor intends to use imported products from inventories on hand, the price of which includes a factor for import duties, the Contractor shall ensure the United States Government’s exemption from these taxes. The Contractor may obtain a refund of the import duties from its government or request the duty-free import of an amount of supplies or components corresponding to that used from inventory for this contract.

(d) Tax relief will be claimed in Germany pursuant to the provisions of the Agreement Between the United States of America and Germany Concerning Tax Relief to be Accorded by Germany to United States Expenditures in the Interest of Common Defense. The Contractor shall use Abwicklungsschein fuer abgabenbeguenstigte Lieferungen/Leistungen nach dem Offshore Steuerabkommen (Performance Certificate for Tax-Free Deliveries/Performance according to the Offshore Tax Relief Agreement) or other documentary evidence acceptable to the German tax authorities. All purchases made and paid for on a tax-free basis during a 30-day period may be accumulated, totaled, and reported as tax-free. End of clause)

252.229-7002 Customs Exemptions (Germany).

CUSTOMS EXEMPTIONS (GERMANY) (JUN 1997)

Imported products required for the direct benefit of the United States Forces are authorized to be acquired duty-free by the Contractor in accordance with the provisions of the Agreement Between the United States of America and Germany Concerning Tax Relief to be Accorded by Germany to United States Expenditures in the Interest of Common Defense.

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(End of clause)

All quoters shall submit the following: 1 Copy of the following:

-Descriptive literature on the equipment being bid. Provide for equipment required (2E02-B CART) -Commercial quote (bid) for 1500 carts (All effort, shipping, customs, etc. required for delivery.

All bid quotes shall be emailed to Daniel.Ellis@deca.mil and cindy-sabrina.bourgeois.DE@deca.mil (.)

Any questions or concerns regarding this solicitation should be forwarded in writing via e-mail to Cindy Bourgeois, cindy-sabrina.bourgeois.DE@deca.mil (.)

Revisions

Revision No

Revision Date

Description/Location of Change(s) Initials

RECOMMENDED SOURCES

(Basis of Design)

MANUFACTURER MODEL NUMBER WEBSITE

Technibilt 6542 www.technibilt.com

The Peggs Company Inc. KNM800 Large Magnum www.thepeggscompany.com

CONTRACT NUMBER MODEL SELECTED EQUIPMENT COST

(FINAL YEAR)

ESTIMATED LIFE CYCLE UNIT OF PACK NSN IF APPLICABLE

5 Each N / A

Basis of Allocation: K-1A and K-1 (135 each), K-2 and K-3 (198 each), K-4 (300 each), K-5 (345 each), the amount allowed per store is not a mandatory requirement.

CED UPDATED TO:

COPY IN BOOK COPY POSTED TO ACED ELECTRONIC

COPY TO LELE DRIVE

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INITIALS: INITIALS:

INITIALS:

Purpose of this Equipment: To give commissary patrons a large cart to place their grocery selections while shopping.

1 Federal Supply Class: 7290

2 General Operating Specifications:

2.1 Dimensions:

2.1.1 Minimum 16,000 cubic inches upper basket capacity.

2.1.2 Minimum 3,000 cubic inches lower rack capacity.

2.1.3 44 inches long from the front of the basket to the handle with a variance of plus/minus 1.5 inch.

2.1.4 41 inches from the floor to the top of the handle with a variance of plus/minus 1.5 inch.

2.1.5 Dimension’s to be between 23 and 24.5 inches wide.

2.2 Salient Characteristics that shall be provided:

2.2.1 Base frame constructed of steel tubing.

2.2.2 Upper basket constructed of close mesh steel wire.

2.2.3 Powder coated finish.

2.2.4 Lower/bottom rack constructed of steel rods.

2.2.5 Wheels:

2.2.5.1 Solid rubber made with materials that reduce static electrical charges.

2.2.5.2 Sealed ball bearings.

2.2.5.3 Replaceable, not riveted.

2.2.5.4 Two swivel front casters; two rigid rear casters.

2.2.5.5 Minimum 5 inches in diameter.

2.2.6 The word “COMMISSARY” centered and imprinted in white letters on a blue handle.

2.2.7 A blue folding baby seat that meets ASTM standards.

2.2.8 Child’s safety belt that meets ASTM standards.

2.2.9 Carts to nest with 13 inches between handles with a variance of plus or minus (1) inch.

2.3 Industry Standards / Requirement(s):

2.3.1 Shopping cart, child safety belt and seat to conform to ASTM F2372-15 or most current ASTM standard.

2.3.2 Warranty period shall be for (1) year from date of delivery against defective material and workmanship and shall include parts, service and labor.

2.4 Information Technology requirements: N / A

2.5 Color Requirement(s): Grey

3 Electrical Requirements: N / A

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Standard Contractor Requirements:

3.1 Must be shipped ready to use.

3.2 Information to be provided by the Contractor to the commissary at the time of delivery:

3.2.1 Point of Contact for Service

3.2.2 Installation and Operating Instructions

3.2.3 Parts List

3.3 Maintenance Sustainability Requirements: Continued parts support is required for the projected life cycle of the equipment plus 5 years.

Special Coordinating / Safety Instructions: N / A

STORE ORDER REQUEST

STORE NAME: CDC Germersheim DODAAC: HQCE29

QUANTITY: 1500