Combined Synopsis Solicitation 19GE5020Q0022.pdf

COMBINED SYNOPSIS & SOLICITATION

United States Consulate General Frankfurt

Supply and Delivery Law Enforcement Equipment

U.S. Embassy Beirut

SOLICITATION NO. 19GE5020Q0022

Issued by:

American Consulate General

Regional Procurement Support Office

Giessener Strasse 30

60435 Frankfurt am Main

Germany

AMERICAN CONSULATE GENERAL

Regional Procurement Support Office

Giessener Strasse 30

60435 Frankfurt am Main

Germany

Tel: (49) 69 7535 3319

E-mail: gallonea@state.gov

April 22, 2020

Combined Synopsis and Solicitation

Solicitation Number 19GE5020Q0022

The Regional Procurement Support Office Frankfurt hereby provides the following Combined

Synopsis and Solicitation for:

Supply and Delivery Law Enforcement Equipment

U.S. Embassy Beirut

Synopsis:

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; offers are being requested and a written so-licitation will not be issued. The solicitation number is 19GE5020Q0022 and is issued as a Request for Quotes (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2020-04, effective January 15, 2020.

Contract Type:

The Government intends to award a single, firm fixed-price contract to the responsible offeror whose offer is evaluated as the lowest-priced and technically acceptable. The total price shall in-clude all labor, equipment, delivery charges, materials, overhead, profit, insurance, and all other expenses necessary to deliver the required equipment.

No additional sums will be payable on account of any escalations in the cost of materials, equip-ment, or labor, or because of the Contractor’s failure to properly estimate or accurately predict the cost or difficulty of achieving the results required by this contract. Nor will the contract price be adjusted on account of fluctuations in currency exchange rates.

Term of Contract:

This ensuing contract shall be effective from the date of the Contracting Officer’s signature. De-livery of Supplies and Services are required within 60 days of award. Location of delivery is the

US Embassy Beirut.

Brand Name or Equal

The buyer is allowing sellers to submit offers for alternate products as long as the offered specifi-cations meet the stated salient characteristics/specifications. Sellers must state exactly what prod-uct/brand name they are bidding (including make, model, and description) and provide descriptive literature for the offer to be considered. It is the offeror’s responsibility to prove that the offered product meets the specifications.

Compliance with Specifications:

Offerors shall also provide with their offer, at a minimum, existing product literature to substantiate the acceptability of their offered products in accordance with the specifications provided in this docu-ment.

Descriptive Literature Required:

Definition: (a) "Descriptive literature" means information (e.g., cuts, illustrations, drawings and origi-nal manufacturers' brochures) that is submitted as part of an offer. Descriptive literature is required to establish, for the purpose of evaluation and award, details of the product offered that are specified elsewhere in the solicitation and pertain to significant elements such as (1) design; (2) materials; (3) components; (4) performance characteristics; and (5) methods of manufacture, assembly, construction, or operation. The term includes only information required to determine the technical acceptability of the offered product. It does not include other information such as that used in determining the respon-sibility of a prospective contractor or for operating or maintaining equipment. (b) Descriptive literature must be (1) identified to show the item(s) of the offer to which it applies and (2) received by the time specified in this solicitation for receipt of offers. (c) Data displaying more than one model or size shall be clearly marked so as to indicate the specific item being offered. (d) Offers which do not present sufficient information to permit complete technical evaluation by the Government may be rejected. It is the bidder’s responsibility to prove that their proposed solution meets or exceeds the requested spec-ifications, subject to any limitations elsewhere in this solicitation.

Customs Clearance and Delivery

The Contractor shall estimate a reasonable number of days for custom clearances and delivery.

Should the contractor fail to provide any required paperwork for the custom clearance process to the U.S. Embassy Beirut shipping office and the custom clearances procedure is delayed, the con-tractor shall be required to pay any additional costs occurred (storage fees).

Other Specific Requirements:

• If applicable, the Contractor shall comply with all import requirements mandated by the

Government of Lebanon. Further, the Contractor shall provide all the necessary documen-tation required at destination for importation of the proposed items.

• The Contractor must obtain all necessary export licenses regardless of shipping method.

The end user is the Internal Security Forces of Lebanon. The Contractor must state in its export license request that this is a U.S. government funded contract.

• All manuals and literature shall be in the English language.

Basis of Price:

The price of all items shall include their transportation f.o.b. destination to the designated delivery point in Beirut in accordance with FAR 52.247-35.

Warranty:

Warranty for all purchased goods, factory defects only, is 2 years from the date received and ac-cepted at delivery location. The price for warranty shall be included in the price for each item.

Delivery and Acceptance:

Delivery shall be made f.o.b. destination to either the Beirut Port or either Beirut Seaport as soon as possible but not later than 60 calendar days (2 months) from the date of contract award. Further inland transportation by the contractor is not required. Partial deliveries are not acceptable.

To facilitate transportation and eventual customs clearance, the consignee address is:

International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Office – INL

American Embassy

Gemayel Str. Antelias El Metn, Beirut 70840

Lebanon

Tel: +961-4-542600

Coordination:

The Contractor shall coordinate the delivery with the Point of Contact. Upon award POC infor-mation will be provided.

Condition of Delivered Equipment:

The equipment must be new.

Duty-Free Clearance:

Duty-free clearance shall include all imported materials, equipment and personnel, all shipping containers or otherwise, and shall be labeled as follows:

ATTN: Customs & Shipping (P.O. 19GE50-20-P-XXXX) to be completed by the Contractor

Items shall be marked as “Diplomatic Cargo”.

The Contractor shall follow the instructions of the purchase order as to the manner of labeling the shipping containers or otherwise processing shipments of imported materials in order to obtain, or continue to receive, duty free clearance through customs. The Contractor shall be solely responsi-ble without right of reimbursement from the Government, for the payment of customs duties, if any, which:

1. are imposed on items which are not labeled and processed in accordance with the contract instructions,

2. are imposed on the Contractor's tools, construction equipment and machinery imported for use on the project, or

3. are otherwise ineligible for duty-free entry.

Free Entry of Goods:

To obtain a free entry for the goods the contractor shall provide the COR with the following doc-umentation twenty (20) days prior to the arrival of goods:

- Detailed description of goods (including number of crates)

- Approximate weight

- Approximate value of goods

- Mode of shipment The Contractor shall provide an Advance Notice to the U.S. Embassy shipping office twenty (20) calendar days before any shipment is to be made.

Payment Schedule and Invoice Submission (Fixed-Price)

The Contractor will receive the payment once the good are delivered to the agreed destination and respecting all the conditions listed here in this solicitation, upon confirmation via report from the local authorities.

Once the shipment has been cleared by customs, inland transportation to a warehouse in Beirut will be arranged by the Lebanese Internal Security Force. It is anticipated that it will take approx-imately 15 days from arrival of the shipment at the port to delivery to the warehouse. Upon arrival at the warehouse, the government will require an additional 5 days to check the goods and issue the required Receiving Report. Payment will be processed within 30 days after issuance of the receiving Report.

(ii) TECHNICAL CAPABILITY

The proposed devices shall meet all of the required technical specifications and the delivery terms contained herein. In addition, the offeror shall provide:

(A) A confirmation that delivery can be provided within 60 days (2 months) of award to final destination.

(B) Warranty provisions as described under Warranty in this solicitation document.

(C) Descriptive Literature

(D) Technical Compliance Matrix (Brand Name or Equal):

PROPOSED EQUIPEMENT FOR INL LAW ENFORCEMENT

Contract

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Item

Item Description Quantity Total

Price

0001 Proposed brand name Monadnock 36" Riot Baton Poly-carbonate, Monadnock Item# BA020Mfg# 1000036 or equal

This virtually indestructible baton is great for use in riot and crowd control situations.

PRODUCT SPECS

Polycarbonate construction

Measures 36" x 1-1/4"

Impact strength is greater than wood or aluminum batons

Will not warp, dent, or splinter

Knurled grip at each end for a secure hold

Comes with a lifetime warranty

Black color

100.00

0002 Damascus FlexForce Riot Control Suit, sizes: 30 x Me-dium, 30 x Large, 40 x Extra Large. Mfg.

#74001/74003/74004 or equal

PRODUCT SPECS

Elektrum XP8 hard shell panels cover chest, back, fore-arms, thigh and knees

Front and back hardshell panels have modular flex, for en-hanced mobility

Forearm guard has more flexible elbow

Knee/shin guard has non-slip surface

Easy to go in and out of quickly

Comes in large nylon bag, for storage and transport

Some items are sold separately and are not included

0003 Premier Crown 906 Riot Duty Helmet, sizes: 20 x

Small, 50 x Extra Large, 30 x jumbos. #TE023 or

Meets or exceeds NIJ 0104.02 standard for riot helmets

Polycarbonate alloy outer shell

Semi-resilient polystyrene foam liner

¼” thick top pad

Dull finish to retard light reflection

Detachable face shield with liquid seal prevents liquids from seeping into the officer’s eyes

Molded lip on top edge of face shield prevents shield from closing over integral visor and striking the face

Double D-ring fastener provides maximum strength and slip resistance

Liner covering made of self-wicking antimicrobial antifun-gal material

Liner absorbs heat for a cool, comfortable feel

Foam nylon backing provides added durability and comfort

Snap-on nape pad with Kydex® penetration shield, shock-absorbent foam pads and chemical-resistant Cordura® cover

Plastic chin cup for added comfort when harness is tight-ened

Permanently mounted neck protector with Kydex® pene-tration shield and shock-absorbent foam

Removable sizing strip of polyurethane foam adjusts to head size

3.2lbs.Black color

0004 511 Tactical TAC-A2 General Tactical Application

Gloves, Color: Black, sizes: 30 x Small, 40 x Large, 30 x Extra Large. Mfg#59340 or equal

TAC A2 is 5.11’s most popular glove and is worn by law enforcement officers across the globe. Built for supreme comfort and dexterity in a number of tactical or patrol tasks. These gloves incorporate 5.11’s patented Tactical

Touch precision fingertip design — which gives you re-markable tactility when shooting. Breathable stretch nylon back panel keeps your hands cool and dry. These gloves even include a built-in sweat wipe on the thumb and a ne-oprene hook-and-loop closure. Fortified finger joints, syn-thetic leather grip pads and a reinforced thumb safeguard your hands from scrapes and scratches.

Nylon construction

Reinforced saddle between thumb and index finger

Synthetic leather grip pads

Neoprene hook-and-loop closure

Reinforced pull tab

Black color

100.00

0005 Paulson Convex Shield 36" X 20" Item# Te142mfg#

Cs-8 Plain Or equal

- Poly-carbonate.

- Features a molded plastic handle to prevent elec-tric shock.

- 36"H X 20" X 0.150"Thickness

- Weighs 6 lbs.

25.00

0006 Tuff Products PR-24 Baton Holder, Mfg#C989 or

- Fits 2.25" Duty Belt

- Fade & Water Resistant

- Double Snap

- Color black

100.00

0007 Tru-Spec Gen III Level 1 ECWCS Balaclava, #HW022 or equal

Contructed from a lightweight 3.7 oz. 100% polyester plaited jersey knit that stretches.

Flat locked construction

Treated with Microban for anti-microbial and anti-order defense

Black color

100.00

0008 Smith & Wesson Model 1840 Restraint Chain, Mfg#

350100 or similar

PRODUCT DETAILS

Use this restraint chain with any Smith & Wesson Hand-cuff to secure a suspect’s hands.

Smith & Wesson Restraint Chain features:

PRODUCT SPECS

- Steel construction

- Satin nickel finish

- 60"L

- 22 oz

0009 CTS Thompson Model 7084 Blue Box Cover for Chain

Handcuffs, Mfg# 7084 or equal

Blue Box covers keyholes, making chain cuffs rigid. Now compatible with both handcuffs and leg irons!

PRODUCT SPECS

- Covers key holes for added security

- Prevents prisoners from using a shim or pick

- Double lock is accessible from slots on the side

- Can be padlocked and used with belly chain

- Color Blue or Black

- Steel. 6 oz.

100.00

0010 Smith & Wesson Model 100 Nickel Finished Handcuff, Mfg# 350103 or equal

Fabricated from the finest quality carbon steel.

Double lock engaging pin for security

Heat-treated chain

Heat treated internal lock works

Smooth ratchets for swift cuffing and double locks to pre-vent tampering

Inner perimeter range of 5¾" - 8"

Weighs 10 oz.

23 locking positions

Comes with two keys

Includes Smith & Wesson's lifetime warranty

0011 American Lock Different-Keyed Padlock, Open

Shackle Type, 1" Shackle Height, Brass

Item # 6DPY3 Mfr. Model # ASL40NB or equal

PRODUCTS SPECS

Corrosion-resistant brass body stands up to the elements for outdoor use. 5-pin non-re-keyable cylinder. Body is stamped "US". Meets stringent U.S. Government CID-A-

A-59486 and CID-A-A59487 standards, including bump-resistance requirement

Technical Specs

- Item Keyed Padlock

- Shackle Dia.1/4"

- Shackle Height1"

- Shackle Width3/4"

- Shackle Material

- Brass Body Height

- 1-7/10" Body Width1-1/2"

- Body Thickness

- 3/4" Body Material Brass

- Number of Pins 5

- Key Type Different

- Body Color Brass

- Body Finish Brass

- National Stock No.5340-01-346-7462

- Number of Keys2

- High Security Yes

- Non-Removable Key Yes

- Padlock Body Shape Rectangular

- Re-keyable No

- Shackle Type Open

0012 Smith & Wesson 1900 Leg Irons, Mfg# 350121 or equal

Smith & Wesson® leg irons feature satin nickel finished steel to securely restrain prisoners. These over-sized leg irons feature a 14", high-security heat-treated chain and elliptically contoured satin nickel cuffs.

Fabricated from the finest quality carbon steel

Manufactured with heat treated internal lockworks

Smooth ratchets for swift cuffing and double locks to pre-vent tampering

Heat-treated 14" chain confines prisoner's stride

Double lock engaging pin

24 locking positions

Inner perimeter measures 8" to 10¾"

Includes two keys

Comes with Smith & Wesson's lifetime warranty

21 oz

100.00

0013 HOWARD LEIGHT SURVIVAIR OPTI-FIT TACTI-

CAL GAS MASK Sizes: 40 x small, 100 x medium, 60 x large, Mfg# 59351 or equal

Developed specifically for tactical, NBC and riot-control first responders.

Scratch-resistant polycarbonate lens is distortion-free

DIN threaded 40mm connectors

Five-strap silicone head harness

Superior field of vision with an unobstructed view

Three-position canister mounting; right, front, left

Soft silicone facepiece offers comfortable fit

NTOA tested and approved; ANSI Z87.1-1989 (for lens)

NIOSH approved with Tactical Canister #TE549 (sold separately)

Color: Black

200.00

0014 HOWARD LEIGHT SURVIVAIR OPTI-FIT TACTI-

CAL GAS MASK CANISTER, Mfg# 168800, Canister is NIOSH approved for use only with Models 7530, 7630, 7730, 7590, 7690 and 7790 Opti-Fit Gas Mask or

Survivair Opti-Fit Tactical Gas Mask Canister Features:

Meets NIOSH standards

Polymer construction

Provides protection against hydrogen cyanide, phosgene, Sarin, mustard liquid and vapor, chloroacetophenone

(CN) and o-chlorobenzylidene malononitrile (CS)

Includes a P100 filter to protect against pepper spray

DIN threaded 40mm connector

5-year shelf life warranty if unopened

3½"H x 4¼"W x 4¼"D

.75 lb

Black color

200.00

0015 PepperBall FTC Launcher, SKU: 720-01-0002 or

Semi-automatic

Firing rate of 10-12 RPS

Compact lightweight modular design

MIL-STD-1913 Rail for mounting accessories

Cross-bolt safety switch

13 Cubic inch high pressure air system

EL-2 Electronic Hopper

180 round rapid feeding system with anti-jamming tech-nology

Feeds 20+ PPS (Projectiles Per Second)

One touch on/off

Ultra-lightweight glass nylon construction

4.00

0016 PepperBall LIVE - Hot Pepper Powder Projectile, 1500 count, SKU: 102-80-1500 or equal

Ultrasonically welded

Shell color indicates payload

100% waterproof

Operational temperature of -30°F to 150°F

Non-flammable

- caliber: 0.68 x .72

- weight: 3g

- payload: 2.5g

- shelf life: 3 years

- velocity: 280-350 fps

- kinetic: 12-15 j

- direct impact: 60 ft

- area saturation: 150+ ft

- formula: 5% pava powder

This kind should be suitable for the PepperBall Launcher

1.00

0017 Pepperball Maintenance Kit or similar

Complete kit to perform routine maintenance on the

PepperBall® VKS™

Product Features:

Multiple tools included

Replacement o-rings

Various screws and hardware

Gun oil

This kind should be suitable for the PepperBall Launcher

5.00

0018 Hallowell UCTL392(30)-5A-E Tablet/Cell Phone

Locker 27x12x30-1/2 15 Door-3 Wide Digitech Locks

Gray, Item #: WBB1531788 or equal

Mobile Device Lockers: Hallowell Modular Metal Box

Lockers

This heavy gauge, fully-assembled locker, with three locking options (padlock, key lock, digital lock) provides strong and secure storage of cell phones, tablets, wallets, keys and other small personal items. Ideal for use in gov-ernment buildings, schools, health clubs or any location where personal items, cell phones and tablets need to be securely stored.

Cell Phone/Tablet locker Features:

Low profile frame members maximize clear opening.

3 lock options: Prepared for padlock, Built-in key lock, Built-in Digitech electronic lock

Keyless Access uses a PIN controlled digital lock.

All steel construction.

Wall mountable.

Light Gray powder coat finish

- width inches:27

- depth inches: 12

- height inches: 30-1/2

- opening width inches: 7-1/2

- opening depth inches: 11

- opening height inches: 5-1/2

- compartment width inches: 9

- compartment depth inches: 12

- compartment height inches: 6

- assembly: assembled

- brand: hallowell

- color family: gray

- color finish: light gray

- construction: cold rolled steel

- group: 3 wide

- lock type: digitech electronic lock

- manufacturers part number: uctl392(30)-5a-e-pl

- openings: 15

- package quantity: 1

- product family : lockers

- style: cell phone/tablet lockers

10.00

(each will con-tain 15 doors) http://www.globalindustrial.com/p/storage/lockers/cell-phone-lockers/tablet-cell-phone-locker-27w-x-12d-x-30-1-2h-15-door-3-widedigitech-lockslight-gray http://www.globalindustrial.com/p/storage/lockers/cell-phone-lockers/tablet-cell-phone-locker-27w-x-12d-x-30-1-2h-15-door-3-widedigitech-lockslight-gray http://www.globalindustrial.com/p/storage/lockers/cell-phone-lockers/tablet-cell-phone-locker-27w-x-12d-x-30-1-2h-15-door-3-widedigitech-lockslight-gray

- type: surface mounted/wall mounted

- weight lbs: 91

- limited warranty: 2 years

- standard lockers or specialty lockers: specialty lockers

- locker type: cell phone lockers

0019 ROUNDED CUT DOWN KNIFE, STYLE NUMBER:

HC/RKN or equal

This stainless-steel knife is great to have in emergency sit-uations. Its rounded blade is extremely durable and adds safety to an already superior tool by making it virtually impossible to use as a weapon. Features a rubber grip han-dle and complementary carrying case. Its locking mecha-nism allows for secure usage and then unlocks with a sim-ple thumb release button. Comes complete with its own nylon carrying case that can be worn on a standard belt.

Photo included below for reference.

6.00

0020 Monadnock Tapered Rubber Grommet Nightstick

Holder Item# ZC857Mfg# 2710 LAPD STOP or equal

Fits most Monadnock straight batons

0021 LawPro Black Leather Nightstick Thong (1/8" x 45")

Item# ZK043Mfg# 2711 THONG or equal

LawPro Black Leather Nightstick Thong (1/8" x 45")

Leather

45" long, 1/8" diameter

Nightstick not included

100.00

0022 Smith & Wesson Model 110 Oversized Satin Nickel

Handcuffs Part Number: SW110 or equal

Special security model 110 oversized satin nickel finish handcuffs- 2 keys included. A larger dimension chain and swivel handcuff for special security situations. Adjust to fit large or small wrists with 28 locking positions. The in-ner perimeter of these handcuffs measures between 5.8" and 9.3". Includes Smith & Wesson's lifetime warranty and instructions. These handcuffs are the model 1900 leg iron with a shorter, two link chain.

-Wrist Opening: 2.80"

-Locking Positions: 23

-First notch inside perimeter: 10.90"

-Last notch inside perimeter: 8.10"

-Tightest inside width: 2.50"

-Distance between cuffs: 2.00"

-Maximum overall length: 11.24"

-Weight: 18 ounces

-Smith & Wesson Part #: 350118

10.00

0023 Peerless Model 705C Oversized Leg Irons Part Num-ber: PH705C or equal

The Peerless Model 705C is designed specifically for larger individuals. The Peerless 705C is the new improved version with heavy gauge steel for higher security. It has a

3.25 inch opening with a maximum inside perimeter 20% larger then the Model 703C Leg Iron. The Model 705C is made to the same standards as other Peerless® products.

This oversized leg iron features all steel construction, spun rivets and a rust resistant nickel finish. The 15" chain effectively limits range of motion. Lifetime warranty for manufacture defects and two keys supplied.

-Weight: 21oz.

-Material/Finish: Carbon Steel/Nickel

-Minimum opening: 3.2 inches/81 mm

-Minimum inside perimeter: 9.5 inches/241 mm

-Maximum inside perimeter: 12 inches/306 mm

-Maximum overall length: 25.5 inches/648 mm

10.00

APPLICABLE CLAUSES AND PROVISIONS

The selected Offeror must comply with the following commercial item terms and conditions, which are incorporated herein by reference: FAR 52.203-17 Contractor Employee Whistleblower

Rights and Requirement To Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights, FAR 52.204-19 Incor-poration by reference of Representations and Certifications; 52.204-24 Representation Regarding

Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillances Services or Equipment: 52.204-25 Prohibi-tion on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equip-ment; FAR 52.204-26 Covered Telecommunication Equipment or Services-Representations; FAR

52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition; FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items (Dec 2019)– to be completed with other certifications and submitted with the offer; FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions -

Commercial Items, 52.214-34, 52.232-40, 52.247-35, 652.232-70, 652.242-73 and 652.243-70;

FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Or-ders-Commercial Items - the applicable clauses under paragraph (b) items: 4, 7, 12, 26, 27, 28(i), 33(i), 42, 55, 60(i); 52.233-4 Applicable Law Breach of Contract Claim. The full text of the refer-enced FAR and DOSAR clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisi-tion.gov/far/ and http://farsite.hill.af.mil/vfdosara.htm, respectively.

https://www.acquisition.gov/far/ https://www.acquisition.gov/far/ http://farsite.hill.af.mil/vfdosara.htm

INSTRUCTION TO OFFERORS

Addendum to FAR 52.212-1 Instruction to Offerors – Commercial Items (Oct 2018)

Pursuant to FAR 12.302(d), the provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instruction to Offerors – Commercial

Items (Oct 2018) is augmented as follows: Preparation of Offers – Offerors shall prepare and sub-mit its offer in two (2) volumes as set forth below.

Volume I – Prices

Volume II – Technical proposal

BASIS OF AWARD

The Government intends to award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror (as determined within the meaning of FAR Part 9, paragraph 9.104), whose offer conforms to the solicitation and is determined to be the lowest price technically acceptable offer. Evaluation will be based on FAR 52.212-2, as provided in this solicitation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Applicable laws and regulations:

Solicitation and award will be subject to laws and regulations of the United States of America.

PREPARATION OF OFFERORS

Offerors shall prepare and submit offers through email only. In addition, offerors shall complete and submit the following:

(i) 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications—Commercial Items (Dec 2019)

The offeror shall complete FAR 52.212-3 Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items

(Dec 2019). This provision is accessible via https://www.acquisition.gov/far/.

SUBMISSION OF OFFERS

The complete offer submission shall include:

(1) Price Offer and Representations and Certifications

(2) Technical Capability – Completed Technical Compliance Matrix and descriptive literature

Offers and all supporting documentation shall be submitted via email only to gallonea@state.gov andrewsg@state.gov https://www.acquisition.gov/far/ mailto:gallonea@state.gov mailto:andrewsg@state.gov

OFFER DUE DATE

Offers shall be submitted as soon as possible but not later than 1600 hrs Central European Sum-mer Time (CEST) on Thursday, May 7, 2020. Late offers will not be considered.

52.212-2 Evaluation – Commercial Items (Oct 2014)

(a) The Government shall award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer is the lowest priced, technically acceptable. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offerors:

1. Price;

2. Technical capability of the item offered to meet the Government requirement

3. Past performance

(b) Options. The Government will evaluate offers for award purposes by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. The Government may determine that an offer is unacceptable if the option prices are significantly unbalanced. Evaluation of options shall not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s).

(c) A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished 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.

(End of provision)

Other Evaluation Requirements:

- An offer MUST be valid for 30 calendar days after submittal.

- Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database before an award can be made to them. If the offeror is not registered in the SAM, it may do so through the

SAM website at https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/.

- A completed copy of the “Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items”, as provided under FAR clause reference 52.212-3 must be submitted with the offer.

- A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer mailed or otherwise furnished to the success-ful 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.

52.225-17 Evaluation of Foreign Currency Offers (Feb 2000)

If the Government receives offers in more than one currency, the Government will evaluate offers by converting the foreign currency to United States currency using http://www.federalre-serve.gov/releases/h10/current/ in effect as follows:

(a) For acquisitions conducted using sealed bidding procedures, on the date of bid opening.

(b) For acquisitions conducted using negotiation procedures–

(1) On the date specified for receipt of offers, if award is based on initial offers; otherwise

(2) On the date specified for receipt of proposal revisions.

Eric N. Moore

Contracting Officer http://www.federalreserve.gov/releases/h10/current/ http://www.federalreserve.gov/releases/h10/current/