Combined Synopsis Solicitation 12405B20Q0108.pdf

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR 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. The solicitation number is 12405B20Q0108 and is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). The NAICS code is 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. This solicitation document incorporates those provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2020- 08.

The USDA, ARS, CMAVE requires a Locomotion Compensator, TrackSphere LC-300- 2nd Generation.

This will include a 30-cm interchangeable (white or black) walking sphere motion sensor supplied with computer macro-zoom lens suitable for objects (tick or mite) ranging from 1 - 10 mm. The speed compensation range shall be 0 - 30 cm/s. An object displacement sensor without moving parts or a reflector. Built-in LCD color video monitor. Tracking data are transferred to PC via RS-232 port in real-time speed and direction monitoring during operation. Specifically, designed software for track reconstruction and analysis. Compact size that is easy to install and operate in a laboratory with limited space.

The design of the Syntech LC-300 aims to overcome several of the weaknesses of conventional servospheres: * The size of the sphere is limited to 300 mm resulting in a light and compact construction. * The sphere is supported by an aerostatic spherical bearing, which is noiseless and easy to clean. * The displacement detector is based on a CMOS video sensor followed by a digital signal processor eliminating the need for a reflector on the insect. * Only two parameters in the feedback loop between detector and motor drives need to be adjusted by the operator: 1. feedback gain, and 2. Time Constant of the feedback response. * A real-time video display facilitates focusing the displacement sensor and proper adjustment of the illumination (Infrared and visible).

The equipment should be delivered to USDA,ARS, CMAVE, 1700 SW 23RD Drive, Gainesville, FL 32608.

Any quotes not meeting the minimum specifications will not be considered.

DOCUMENTS TO BE INCLUDED IN QUOTE: In order to be considered for award Offerors shall provide 1) a Quote on company letterhead detailing the item description, unit price per item, discounts for trade-ins, total price and valid for at least 60 days after receipt of quote; and 2) FAR 52.212-3, OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATION-COMMERCIAL ITEMS; The Representation and Certification section must be completed electronically in the System for Award Management (SAM) website at www.sam.gov.

REJECTION OF QUOTATION: Failure to demonstrate compliance will be caused to reject the quote without further discussions. All responsible sources may submit an offer and will be considered.

The following clauses and provisions apply to this acquisition. 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference; 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS - COMMERCIAL ITEMS; 52.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS - COMMERCIAL ITEMS applies,; 52.222-3, Convict Labor; 52.233-3, Protest after award; 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity;

52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans; 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities; 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans; 52.222- 19, Child Labor - Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies; 52.223-2 Affirmative Procurement of http://www.sam.gov/

Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts; 52.223-15 Energy Efficiency in Energy- Consuming Products; 52.223-17 Affirmative Procurement of EPA-designated Items in Service and Construction Contracts; 52.225-13, Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases; 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer - System for Award Management; applicable to this acquisition; 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference; 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS - COMMERCIAL ITEMS; 52.223-1 Biobased Product Certification; 52.223-4 Recovered Materials Certification; 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items ; 52.212-3 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS - COMMERCIAL ITEMS; 52.217-8 Option to Extend Services.

DELIVERY: FOB Destination. Deliver to the USDA,ARS, CMAVE, 1700 SW 23RD Drive, Gainesville, FL 32608

QUOTED PRICE MUST INCLUDE: any delivery costs as well as any applicable duties, brokerage, or customs fees.

DELIVERY DUE DATE: The Government requires delivery on or before 30 ARO, however, each offeror shall include their proposed delivery schedule as part of their quotation.

PAYMENT: Any award made under this solicitation is subject to 31 CFR Part 208 which requires all payments made by the government to be made by electronic funds transfer.

Contractors intending to conduct business with the Federal Government MUST register with the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to submitting quotation. You may register online at www.sam.gov. Any amendment and documents related to this procurement will be available electronically at the Internet site: http://www.fbo.gov.

FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Item, the significant evaluation factors, in the relative order of importance, are (i) technical capability of the item offered to meet the Government requirement including delivery date; (ii) past performance; and (iii) price (based on F.O.B. Destination), technical and past performance are more important than price. Award will be made based on overall BEST VALUE to the Government.

The government anticipates award of a firm fixed priced contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforms to the specifications that will be the most advantageous to the government in accordance with FAR 13.106-2. Responses shall include technical specifications, descriptive material and capabilities of the offeror’s equipment. Offerors shall identity where the offered item meets or does not meet each of the Government's functional and performance minimum specifications listed herein. All sources wishing to furnish a quotation must respond by 2:00 p.m. central standard time, August 28, 2020. Quotations are to be addressed to Jessica Pacheco, Contract Specialist, at jessica.pacheco@usda.gov. Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Contracting Officer by email.

Place of Performance:

USDA-ARS

1700 SW 23RD Drive Gainesville, FL 32608

Primary Point of Contact:

Jessica Pacheco Contract Specialist jessica.pacheco@usda.gov mailto:jessica.pacheco@usda.gov

Secondary Point of Contact:

Nicholas Langley Contract Specialist nicholas.langley@usda.gov mailto:nicholas.langley@usda.gov