Combined-Synopsis RFQ 75H70423Q00067.pdf
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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation issued by the Department of Health and Human Services Indian Health Service seeking quotes for Cisco Smartnet network equipment maintenance. The requirement is set aside entirely for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises. Quotes are due by August 11, 2023 and must be submitted electronically to the contracting officer. The period of performance is August 31, 2023 through August 30, 2024. Quotes will be evaluated using lowest price technically acceptable procedures, with technical acceptability determined based on conformance to the specifications in the attachments and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The purpose is to provide maintenance for Cisco network equipment currently in use by the IHS Office of Information Technology, as described in the statement of work, bill of materials, and brand name justification documents attached.
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| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Attachment 4 - BNJ__Redacted.pdf | ||
| Attachment 5 - 52.212-5.pdf | ||
| Attachment 1 - IEE Representation Form.pdf | ||
| Attachment 2-BoM - Pricing Schedule.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Attachment 6-Additional Provisions_Clauses.pdf | ||
| Attachment 3 - SOW.pdf |
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CISCO Smartnet – Network Equipment Maintenance
i. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items in conjunction with the policies and procedures at 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.
ii. Solicitation (75H70423Q00067) is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).
iii. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2023-04, effective on 06/02/2023.
iv. This requirement is 100% set-aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) and the associated NAICS code is 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) with small business size standard of $34M. ISBEE’s shall submit the attached Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Representation Form (Attachment 1)
v. The quoted unit pricing must be all inclusive (to include but not be limited to travel, lodging, per diem, fringe benefits, federal, state and local taxes) plus all other costs pertinent to the performance of this contract. Attachment 2 shall be utilized to submit an offer.
vi. The purpose of this fixed price purchase order is to provide Brand Name CISCO Smartnet – Network Equipment Maintenance for the Indian Health Service (IHS) Office of Information Technology (OIT) in accordance with SOW, BOM and BNJ.(See Attachments 2, 3 & 4).
vii. The Period of Performance is from August 31, 2023 to August 30, 2024.
viii. The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Mar 2023), applies to this solicitation. See addendum below:
a) Offerors shall provide one original quote electronically no later than the deadline specified in this notice. Quotes submitted by facsimile, mail, courier, or any other method shall not be accepted.
ix. The provision at 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2021), applies to this solicitation. See addendum below:
a) The source selection method for this requirement will be “Lowest Price Technically Acceptable.” Award will be made to the quote that is technically acceptable and offers the lowest price.
http://farsite.hill.af.mil/reghtml/regs/far2afmcfars/fardfars/far/12.htm#P298_49781 http://farsite.hill.af.mil/reghtml/regs/far2afmcfars/fardfars/far/52_000.htm#P1552_216891 http://farsite.hill.af.mil/reghtml/regs/far2afmcfars/fardfars/far/52_000.htm#P1612_228754
CISCO Smartnet – Network Equipment Maintenance
The Government will initially determine if the proposing vendor is a Cisco authorized reseller. Only vendors determined to be a Cisco authorized reseller shall be eligible for further consideration.
The Government will evaluate technical acceptability on an acceptable or unacceptable basis and evaluate the reasonableness, accuracy and completeness of submitted pricing. Technical acceptability is the extent to which the Quoted items conform to the specifications contained in attachments 2,3 & 4 of the RFQ, and all vendor terms, conditions, and agreements comport with applicable Federal laws, regulations, and otherwise satisfy the Government’s needs.
b) A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, emailed to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer’s specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award.
x. Offerors shall include a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Dec 2022), and provision 52.204-24, Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (Nov 2021), with its offer. The Offeror shall complete only paragraph (b) of this provision if the Offeror has completed the annual representations and certification electronically in the System for Award Management.
xi. The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (NOV 2021), applies to this acquisition and the additional FAR clauses cited in the clause are applicable to the acquisition.
xii. FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items (Jun 2023) (See attachment 5 for full text).
xiii. Attached are additional FAR and HHSAR provisions and clauses that are applicable to this procurement (See attachment 6).
xiv. Quotes are due by 10AM EST on August 11, 2023. Questions are due by 10AM EST on August 7, 2023. Email questions and quote to Contracting Officer, Javier Medina- Velazquez at Javier.Medina-Velazquez@ihs.gov. Offerors must confirm IHS’ receipt of their quote.
http://farsite.hill.af.mil/reghtml/regs/far2afmcfars/fardfars/far/52_000.htm#P1626_230606 http://farsite.hill.af.mil/reghtml/regs/far2afmcfars/fardfars/far/52_000.htm#P2009_286863 http://farsite.hill.af.mil/reghtml/regs/far2afmcfars/fardfars/far/52_000.htm#P2209_327644 mailto:Javier.Medina-Velazquez@ihs.gov
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