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AG-04T1-S-11-0011

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

05/13/2011 502719

1 65

2900 NW STEWART PKWY

ROSEBURG OR 97470

UMPQUA NATIONAL FOREST

UMPQUA NATIONAL FOREST

2900 NW STEWART PKWY

ROSEBURG

OR 97470

541 957-3231SHEILA FINNEY

05/31/2011 1600 PT

FOB DESTINATION

OTHER

(See Schedule)X

ITEM NO.

(a)

SUPPLIES/SERVICES

(b)

QUANTITY

(c)

UNIT

(d)

UNIT PRICE

(e)

AMOUNT

(f)

Illahee Rock Fire Lookout Services Umpqua National Forest North Umpqua Ranger District Douglas County, Oregon

Return Package and Questionnaire can be mailed to the address in block 5a or submitted by facsimile to 541-957-3223

See Complete Schedule of Items on the next page.

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

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

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PART I – THE SCHEDULE

SECTION B--SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

Illahee Rock Fire Lookout Services Umpqua National Forest

North Umpqua Ranger District Douglas County, Oregon

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ITEM NO.

20.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

21.

QUANTITY

22.

UNIT

23. UNIT

PRICE

24.

AMOUNT

Base Year: July 1, 2011 through October 15, 2011

1 Regular work day (1000-1800) 107 Day $ $

2 Overtime hours 75 Hour $ $ Total Base Year $

Option Year 1: July 1, 2012 through October 15, 2012

1 Regular work day (1000-1800) 107 Day $ $

2 Overtime hours 75 Hour $ $ Total Option Year 1 $

Option Year 2: July 1, 2013 through October 15, 2013

1 Regular work day (1000-1800) 107 Day $ $

2 Overtime hours 75 Hour $ $ Total Option Year 2 $

Option Year 3: July 1, 2014 through October 15, 2014

1 Regular work day (1000-1800) 107 Day $ $

2 Overtime hours 75 Hour $ $ Total Option Year 3 $

Option Year 4: July 1, 2015 through October 15, 2015

1 Regular work day (1000-1800) 107 Day $ $

2 Overtime hours 75 Hour $ $ Total Option Year 4 $

TOTAL BASE + ALL OPTION YEARS $

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TIN:_______________________________

DUNS:_____________________________

CONTRACTOR EMAIL:_______________________________________________________

The quoter must quote on all items. Quotes for less than the toal items will not be considered.

If quoter does not intend to charge for an item, a price of ‘0’ or ‘NO COST' should be shown.

If the price is left blank or shown as ‘No Quote', the entire quote may be considered Non-Responsive.

For technical questions, contact Adam Veale at 541-496-3532.

The estimated start work date is July 3, 2011.

One contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible quoter offering the best value to the Government. Where extended unit prices do not agree with totals or subtotals shown by quoter, the unit prices shall govern except as provided under FAR 14.406, Mistakes in Bids.

Quoters must respond to the other factors as described under EVALUATION FACTORS in Section M by completing the Questionnaire.

No award shall be made to a Contractor not registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database. Website: www.ccr.gov (Section I)

Contractors shall register at the website: http://orca.bpn.gov (Section K), and ensure Representation and Certifications electronically are available at the time of award for the Government to download electronically.

Facsimile quotes may be submitted to 541-225-6220.

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PART IV--REPRESENTATIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS

SECTION K--REPRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS, AND

OTHER STATEMENTS OF OFFERORS OR RESPONDENTS

K-1 AGAR 452.219-70 SIZE STANDARD AND NAICS CODE INFORMATION (SEP 2001)

The North American Industrial classification System Code(s) and business size standard(s) describing the products and/or services to be acquired under this solicitation are listed below:

--Contract line item(s): all (including options) --NAICS Code: 115310 --Size Standard: 7.0 million

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K-2 FAR 52.204-8 ANNUAL REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS (JAN 2011)

(a)

(1) The North American Industry classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 115310.

(2) The small business size standard is $7.0 million.

(3) The small business size standard for a concern which submits an offer in its own name, other than on a construction or service contract, but which proposes to furnish a product which it did not itself manufacture, is 500 employees.

(b)

(1) If the clause at 52.204-7, Central Contractor Registration, is included in this solicitation, paragraph (d) of this provision applies.

(2) If the clause at 52.204-7 is not included in this solicitation, and the offeror is currently registered in CCR, and has completed the ORCA electronically, the offeror may choose to use paragraph (d) of this provision instead of completing the corresponding individual representations and certification in the solicitation. The offeror shall indicate which option applies by checking one of the following boxes:

[_] (i) Paragraph (d) applies.

[_] (ii) Paragraph (d) does not apply and the offeror has completed the individual representations and certifications in the solicitation.

(c)

(1) The following representations or certifications in ORCA are applicable to this solicitation as indicated:

(i) 52.203-2, Certificate of Independent Price Determination. This provision applies to solicitations when a firm-fixed-price contract or fixed-price contract with economic price adjustment is contemplated, unless—

(A) The acquisition is to be made under the simplified acquisition procedures in Part 13;

(B) The solicitation is a request for technical proposals under two-step sealed bidding procedures; or

(C) The solicitation is for utility services for which rates are set by law or regulation.

(ii) 52.203-11, Certification and Disclosure Regarding Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions. This provision applies to solicitations expected to exceed $150,000.

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(iii) 52.204-3, Taxpayer Identification. This provision applies to solicitations that do not include the clause at 52.204-7, Central Contractor Registration.

(iv) 52.204-5, Women-Owned Business (Other Than Small Business). This provision applies to solicitations that—

(A) Are not set aside for small business concerns;

(B) Exceed the simplified acquisition threshold; and

(C) Are for contracts that will be performed in the United States or its outlying areas.

(v) 52.209-5, Certification Regarding Responsibility Matters. This provision applies to solicitations where the contract value is expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.

(vi) 52.214-14, Place of Performance--Sealed Bidding. This provision applies to invitations for bids except those in which the place of performance is specified by the Government.

(vii) 52.215-6, Place of Performance. This provision applies to solicitations unless the place of performance is specified by the Government.

(viii) 52.219-1, Small Business Program Representations (Basic & Alternate I). This provision applies to solicitations when the contract will be performed in the United States or its outlying areas.

(A) The basic provision applies when the solicitations are issued by other than DoD, NASA, and the Coast Guard.

(B) The provision with its Alternate I applies to solicitations issued by DoD, NASA, or the Coast Guard.

(ix) 52.219-2, Equal Low Bids. This provision applies to solicitations when contracting by sealed bidding and the contract will be performed in the United States or its outlying areas.

(x) 52.222-22, Previous Contracts and Compliance Reports. This provision applies to solicitations that include the clause at 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity.

(xi) 52.222-25, Affirmative Action Compliance. This provision applies to solicitations, other than those for construction, when the solicitation includes the clause at 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity.

(xii) 52.222-38, Compliance with Veterans' Employment Reporting Requirements. This provision applies to solicitations when it is anticipated the contract award will exceed the simplified acquisition threshold and the contract is not for acquisition of commercial items.

(xiii) 52.223-1, Biobased Product Certification. This provision applies to solicitations that require the delivery or specify the use of USDA-designated items; or include the clause at 52.223-2, Affirmative Procurement of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts.

(xiv) 52.223-4, Recovered Material Certification. This provision applies to solicitations that are for, or specify the use of, EPA- designated items.

(xv) 52.225-2, Buy American Act Certificate. This provision applies to solicitations containing the clause at 52.225-1.

(xvi) 52.225-4, Buy American Act--Free Trade Agreements--Israeli Trade Act Certificate. (Basic, Alternate I, and Alternate II) This provision applies to solicitations containing the clause at 52.225- 3.

(A) If the acquisition value is less than $25,000, the basic provision applies.

(B) If the acquisition value is $25,000 or more but is less than $50,000, the provision with its Alternate I applies.

(C) If the acquisition value is $50,000 or more but is less than $67,826, the provision with its Alternate II applies.

(xvii) 52.225-6, Trade Agreements Certificate. This provision applies to solicitations containing the clause at 52.225-5.

(xviii) 52.225-20, Prohibition on Conducting Restricted Business Operations in Sudan--Certification.

This provision applies to all solicitations.

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(xix) 52.225-25, Prohibition on Engaging in Sanctioned Activities Relating to Iran—Certification. This provision applies to all solicitations.

(xx) 52.226-2, Historically Black College or University and Minority Institution Representation. This provision applies to—

(A) Solicitations for research, studies, supplies, or services of the type normally acquired from higher educational institutions; and

(B) For DoD, NASA, and Coast Guard acquisitions, solicitations that contain the clause at 52.219-23, Notice of Price Evaluation Adjustment for Small Disadvantaged Business Concerns.

(2) The following certifications are applicable as indicated by the Contracting Officer:

[Contracting Officer check as appropriate.] ___ (i) 52.219-22, Small Disadvantaged Business Status.

___ (A) Basic.

___ (B) Alternate I.

___ (ii) 52.222-18, Certification Regarding Knowledge of Child Labor for Listed End Products.

___ (iii) 52.222-48, Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Act to Contracts for Maintenance, Calibration, or Repair of Certain Equipment Certification.

___ (iv) 52.222-52 Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Act to Contracts for Certain Services--Certification.

___ (v) 52.223-9, with its Alternate I, Estimate of Percentage of Recovered Material Content for EPA- Designated Products (Alternate I only).

___ (vi) 52.223-13, Certification of Toxic Chemical Release Reporting.

___ (vii) 52.227-6, Royalty Information.

___ (A) Basic.

___ (B) Alternate I.

___ (viii) 52.227-15, Representation of Limited Rights Data and Restricted Computer Software.

(d) The offeror has completed the annual representations and certifications electronically via the Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA) website at http://orca.bpn.gov . After reviewing the ORCA database information, the offeror verifies by submission of the offer that the representations and certifications currently posted electronically that apply to this solicitation as indicated in paragraph (c) of this provision have been entered or updated within the last 12 months, are current, accurate, complete, and applicable to this solicitation (including the business size standard applicable to the NAICS code referenced for this solicitation), as of the date of this offer and are incorporated in this offer by reference (see FAR 4.1201); except for the changes identified below [offeror to insert changes, identifying change by clause number, title, date]. These amended representation(s) and/or certification(s) are also incorporated in this offer and are current, accurate, and complete as of the date of this offer.

FAR Clause Title Date Change

Any changes provided by the offeror are applicable to this solicitation only, and do not result in an update to the representations and certifications posted on ORCA.

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K-3

FAR 52.222-22 PREVIOUS CONTRACTS AND COMPLIANCE REPORTS (FEB 1999)

The offeror represents that --

(a) It [ ] has, [ ] has not participated in a previous contract or subcontract subject to the Equal Opportunity clause of this solicitation;

(b) It [ ] has, [ ] has not filed all required compliance reports; and

(c) Representations indicating submission of required compliance reports, signed by proposed subcontractors, will be obtained before subcontract awards.

K-4

GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES, FORMER USDA EMPLOYEES, AND USDA RETIREES

The quoter represents and certifies that--

(a) It [ ] is, [ ] is not a current Federal Government employee.

(b) It [ ] is, [ ] is not a former USDA EMPLOYEE.

(c) It [ ] is, [ ] is not a retired USDA employee. If retired, give date of retirement __________.

(d) It [ ] has, [ ] has not taken a voluntary separation incentive payment (also known as a buy out).

(e) It [ ] is, [ ] is not related to a current Forest Service employee on any forest service unit. If so, list employee's name and location. __________________________________________.

(f) The firm [ ] is, [ ] is not substantially owned or controlled by a former USDA employee or retiree.

(End of provision)

SECTION L--INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS OR

RESPONDENTS

L-1 FAR 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/ www.usda.gov/procurement/policy/agar.html

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1)

52.204-6 Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) (APR 2008) 52.215-1 Instructions to Offerors--Competitive Acquisition (JAN 2004) 52.237-1 Site Visit (APR 1984)

AGRICULTURE ACQUISITION REGULATIONS (48 CFR CHAPTER 4) CLAUSES

452.204-70 Inquiries (FEB 1988)

L-2 TECHNICAL AND BUSINESS INFORMATION - QUESTIONNAIRE

Quoters shall provide technical and business information by completing the Questionnaire provided in Section M. Copies of company literature, brochures, or other information can be attached to the questionnaire if appropriate. Extensive, elaborate and specially prepared attachments are neither required nor desired.

L-3 EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Quoters shall attach a document showing the following requisite experience of the primary and alternate/backup personnel:

1) A minimum of 4 ½ months experience as a fire lookout.

2) Able to speak and write in English that is understood by others.

3) Able to see distant objects and distinguish basic colors.

4) Able to hear and relay standard radio transmissions.

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SECTION M--EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD

M-1 AWARD DETERMINATION

The Government will issue an order as a result of this Request for Quotations to the responsible quoter whose quote represents the best value to the government, price and other factors considered.

For this solicitation, other factors include in order of importance:

Technical capability, past performance and familiarity with local topography and prominent landmarks; these items, when combined, are significantly more important than price.

The Government may reject any or all quotes, issue orders to other than the lowest quote, and waive minor informalities or irregularities in quotes received. If necessary, the Government may conduct discussions with any or all quoters. Award may be made without discussions so quotes should be submitted as best and final offer.

Quotations submitted are considered confidential. The name of the Contractor and the amount of the contract will be disclosed only after an order has been issued.

M-2 EVALUATION FACTORS

Quoters shall provide technical and business information by completing the Questionnaire based on the following evaluation factors:

- Contractor's Technical Capability

- Contractor's Past Performance History

- Contractor’s familiarity with local topography and prominent landmarks.

Provide complete details to allow for a comprehensive assessment of your capabilities.

M-3 FAR 52.217-5 EVALUATION OF OPTIONS

Except when it is determined in accordance with FAR 17.206(b) not to be in the Government’s best interests, the Government will evaluate offers for award purposes by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. Evaluation of options will not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s).

Lookout Staffing Services Experience and Capability Questionnaire

Contractor's Technical Capability

1. How many months’ experience, staffing a Fire Lookout, does you or your business has as a prime contractor ___ and/or sub-contractor ___?

2. Have you worked a lookout during any fire activity levels indicated below? (Indicate yes by checking those appropriate to your experience) ___Moderate ___High ___Lightning Activity

3. Indicate the number of “Smokes” you have accurately located and described.

___0-5 ___6-15 ___>15

4. Do you have experience communicating over and operating portable radios?

___Yes ___No

5. Using general land survey maps, can you correctly give a “Legal Description” using Township, Range, and section?

6. Do you have experience using and adjusting an “Osborne Fire Finder”?

If you answered “yes”, indicate below where and how you received this experience.

7. List the types of “Weather Instruments” you are able to operate and read correctly.

8. Indicate the number of employees you plan to use for this project.

9. Who will personally supervise the work?

10. Have you considered the SAFETY ASPECTS of this work? List below the safety hazards you perceive associated with performing this work.

Contractor's Past Performance History

1. List the work or contracts your business has completed within the last 5 years providing lookout services: (Include location of work, type of work, date completed, and name and phone number of a person to contact at location)

2. Have you ever failed to complete any work awarded to you? ___Yes ___No If yes, specify location and reasons why

Contractor’s familiarity with local topography and prominent landmarks.

1. Can you locate accurately on a map and describe, by local name, prominent landmarks, peaks, streams, and buildings within sight of this lookout tower?

2. Have you inspected the proposed work site and circumstances affecting the working conditions? ___Yes ___No

Briefly describe the conditions you found at the job site.