Combined_Synopsis-Solicitation W911RQ23Q9002.docx

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

General Information

Contracting Office Address Red River Army Depot Directorate for Contracting 100 James Carlow drive, Bld 735 Texarkana, TX 75505-5000 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 the Federal Acquisition Regulations. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect the Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2021-07 (11 AUG 2021).

The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 811310, with a small business size standard of $12.5M.

The Red River Army Depot located in Texarkana, Texas, is seeking to purchase Inspection & Supply of Fire Extinguishers IAW the PWS.

All interested companies shall provide a quotation, for the following line items:

Services

CLIN 0001 – BASE FIRE EXT SVC OR REPLACE

ALL PRICING IS IAW PRICING SHEET ATTACHMENT 02

Wage Determination No.: 2015-5145, Revision No.: 20, Date Of Last Revision: 12/27/2022

CLIN 1001–OY 1 FIRE EXT SVC OR REPLACE

ALL PRICING IS IAW PRICING SHEET ATTACHMENT 02

Wage Determination No.: 2015-5145, Revision No.: 20, Date Of Last Revision: 12/27/2022

CLIN 2001 – OY 2 FIRE EXT SVC OR REPLACE

ALL PRICING IS IAW PRICING SHEET ATTACHMENT 02

Wage Determination No.: 2015-5145, Revision No.: 20, Date Of Last Revision: 12/27/2022

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

SEE ATTACHMENT-01 PWS

SCHEDULE

Posting: 02/09/2023 Questions due: 02/16/23 Closing Date: 02/23/2023

NOTES

CLIN 0001 03/15/2023-03/14/2024

CLIN 1001 03/15/2024-03/14/2025

CLIN 2001 03/15/2026-03/14/2026

Place of Performance

Award shall be made to the offeror, whose quotation offers the best value to the government, considering technical capability, price and past performance. The government will evaluate information based on the following evaluation criteria (1) technical capability (2) price and (3) past performance.

Pursuant to FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation–Commercial Items the criteria for evaluation are:

(a)Evaluation of quotations or offers. Evaluation procedures at FAR 13 will be used to evaluate all offers received in response to this solicitation. The Government may award to other than the lowest offer.

(b)The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers:

(i)Technical Capability. Technical capability of the item offered to meet the Government requirements per Purchase Description. Offerors technical description of the items being offered shall be in sufficient detail to evaluate compliance with the requirements in the solicitation. This may include product literature, technical features similar to Purchase Description, warranty provisions, or other documents.

(ii)Price. Price will be evaluated to determine if the offeror quoted is fair, reasonable, and balanced. The Government may determine that an offer is unacceptable if prices are significantly unbalanced. Unrealistically low quoted prices, initially or subsequently, may be grounds for rejection for this solicitation.

(iii) Past Performance. Past performance will be evaluated to determine the confidence in the offeror's ability to successfully accomplish the requirements of this solicitation based on the offeror's demonstrated present and past work record. The Government will evaluate the offerors' demonstrated record of contract compliance in supplying products and services that meet users' needs, including cost and delivery schedule.

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 Sep 2021

2. FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation – Commercial Items Oct 2014

3. FAR 52.212-3, Offerors Representations and Certifications–Commercial Items Feb 2021

Offerors must complete annual representations and certifications electronically in the System for Award Management (SAM) accessed through https://www.sam.gov in accordance with FAR 52.212-3, “Offerors Representations and Certifications–Commercial Items.”

The following contract clauses apply to this acquisition:

· FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions–Commercial Items Oct 2018

· FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Sep 2021

The following subparagraphs of FAR 52.212-5 are applicable:(b),

(1) 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (June 2020), with Alternate I (Oct 1995) (41 U.S.C. 4704 and 10 U.S.C. 2402).

(2) 52.203-13, Contractor Code of Business Ethics and Conduct (Jun 2020) (41 U.S.C. 3509)).

(4) 52.204-10, Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards (Jun 2020) (Pub. L. 109-282) ( 31 U.S.C. 6101 note).

(8) 52.209-6, Protecting the Government’s Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment. (Jun 2020) (31 U.S.C. 6101 note).

(9) 52.209-9, Updates of Publicly Available Information Regarding Responsibility Matters (Oct 2018) (41 U.S.C. 2313).

(16) 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns (Oct 2018) (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(2) and (3)).

(17) (i) 52.219-9, Small Business Subcontracting Plan (Sep 2021) (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(4)).

(20) 52.219-16, Liquidated Damages—Subcontracting Plan (Sep 2021) (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(4)(F)(i)).

(27) 52.222-3, Convict Labor (Jun 2003) (E.O.11755).

(28) 52.222-19, Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (Jan2020) (E.O.13126).

(29) 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (Apr 2015).

(30) (i) 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (Sep 2016) (E.O.11246).

(35) (i) 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons (Oct 2020) (22 U.S.C. chapter 78 and E.O. 13627).

(38) 52.223-11, Ozone-Depleting Substances and High Global Warming Potential Hydrofluorocarbons (Jun 2016) (E.O. 13693).

(44) 52.223-18, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving (Jun 2020) (E.O. 13513).

(48) 52.225-1, Buy American-Supplies (Jan2021) (41 U.S.C. chapter 83).

(51) 52.225-13, Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (Feb 2021) (E.O.’s, proclamations, and statutes administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control of the Department of the Treasury).

(58) 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-System for Award Management (Oct2018) (31 U.S.C. 3332).

(62) 52.242-5, Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (Jan 2017) (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(13)).

52.217-6 OPTION FOR INCREASED QUANTITY (MAR 1989)

The Government may increase the quantity of supplies called for in the Schedule at the unit price specified. The Contracting Officer may exercise the option by written notice to the Contractor within 30 DAYS PRIOR TO CONTRACT EXPIRATION. Delivery of the added items shall continue at the same rate as the like items called for under the contract, unless the parties otherwise agree.

52.217-8 Option to Extend Services.

Option to Extend Services (Nov 1999)

The Government may require continued performance of any services within the limits and at the rates specified in the contract. These rates may be adjusted only as a result of revisions to prevailing labor rates provided by the Secretary of Labor. The option provision may be exercised more than once, but the total extension of performance hereunder shall not exceed 6 months. The Contracting Officer may exercise the option by written notice to the Contractor within 30 days prior to expiration.

(End of clause)

52.217-9 Option to Extend the Term of the Contract.

Option to Extend the Term of the Contract (Mar 2000)

(a) The Government may extend the term of this contract by written notice to the Contractor within 30 days; provided that the Government gives the Contractor a preliminary written notice of its intent to extend at least 60 days before the contract expires. The preliminary notice does not commit the Government to an extension.

(b) If the Government exercises this option, the extended contract shall be considered to include this option clause.

(c) The total duration of this contract, including the exercise of any options under this clause, shall not exceed 3 years.

(End of clause)

52.203-3 Gratuities APR 1984 52.217-2 Cancellation Under Multiyear Contracts OCT 1997 52.223-3 Hazardous Material Identification And Material Safety Data JAN 1997 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors 52.244-5 Competition In Subcontracting 252.203-7000 Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials SEP 2011 252.203-7002 Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights SEP 2013 252.203-7005 Representation Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials NOV 2011 252.204-7003 Control Of Government Personnel Work Product APR 1992 252.204-7015 Notice of Authorized Disclosure of Information for Litigation Support MAY 2016 252.219-7003 Small Business Subcontracting Plan 252.223-7001 Hazard Warning Labels DEC 1991 252.225-7001 Buy American And Balance Of Payments Program—Basic DEC 2017 252.225-7002 Qualifying Country Sources As Subcontractors DEC 2017 252.232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports DEC 2018 252.232-7006 Wide Area Work Flow Payment Instructions DEC 2018 252.232-7010 Levies on Contract Payments DEC 2006 252.243-7002 Requests for Equitable Adjustment DEC 2012 252.244-7000 Subcontracts for Commercial Items

LOCAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

RRAD has implemented an Environmental Management System (EMS), which is based on ISO-14001, and is concerned about environmental issues. RRAD desires to conduct its business operations in an environmentally sound manner. Relevant significant aspects will be communicated to contractors (including those used for outsourcing) and suppliers through the bid package where applicable. RRAD expects its suppliers and contractors to provide, at the same quality and price, products and services that have the least environmental consequence of all available options.

Wherever possible, where a supplier’s product is causing a significant environmental aspect at RRAD, RRAD will communicate to that supplier that they should select the available option that minimizes the potential environmental impact of that product. Any contractor with plans to be working six months or longer at RRAD must receive EMS awareness training and information on operational controls where applicable. This training is thirty minutes induration and will be provided by RRAD.

ADMINISTERING CONTRACTING OFFICER

NAME: Grant Davis

ADDRESS:

Red River Army Depot 100 James Carlow Drive Att: CCTA-HDR-A Texarkana, Texas 75505-5000

TELEPHONE: (903)334-2290

FAX (903)334-4141

DELIVERIES TO RED RIVER ARMY DEPOT (RRAD)

(a) Effective October 1, 2015 ALL Delivery Appointments must be made through CAS (Carrier Appointment System) at least 24 hours prior to desired delivery date. Carriers arriving without an appointment will experience delays. Carriers can register for CAS at https://eta.sddc.army.mil/ETASSOPortal/Default.aspx.

(b) GPS Address is 100 Armory Drive New Boston, TX 75570. Automated directions 903-334-3060.

(c) If you do not have access to CAS at this time, you may contact Timothy Hill @ 903-334-1245 for assistance in making an appointment. At this time, 903-334-1242 is not being utilized for appointments.

(d) Sensitive/TPS shipments, DODAAC SV3227 will load/unload at Bldg. 595 telephone number 903 334 3295, FAX Rep-ship for classified material to 903 334 3620 or DSN 829-3620 or ddrt-repship@dla.mil. DLA RRAD does not accept 1.4S shipments of any kind.

(e) Effective 1 Aug 2015, prohibited items not allowed on depot: firearms, explosive, ammunition, propane over 20 LBS, fuel containers over 5 gallons, illegal knives. Drivers must clear a NCIC Background check for entry onto the facility.

(f) SW3227/W562RM do not accept USPS shipments.

ANTI-TERRORISM (AT) LEVEL I TRAINING REQUIREMENT (JUN 2012) (TACOM)

All contractor employees, including subcontractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities, or controlled access areas shall complete AT Level I awareness training within 60 calendar days after contract start date or effective date of incorporation of this requirement into the contract, whichever applies. The contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contractor employee and subcontractor employee to the COR (or to the contracting officer, if a COR is not assigned) within 60 calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel. AT Level I awareness training is available at https://atlevel1.dtic.mil/at.

iWATCH TRAINING (JUN 2012) (TACOM) The contractor and all associated subcontractors shall brief all employees on the local iWATCH program (training standards provided by the requiring activity Anti-Terrorism Officer (ATO)). This locally developed training will be used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the COR. This training shall be completed within 60 calendar days of contract award and within 60 calendar days of new employees’ commencing performance, with the results reported to the COR no later than 60 calendar days after contract award.

INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE (Apr 1994) Red River Army Depot Texarkana, Texas

(TACOM)

HQ-AMC LEVEL PROTEST PROCEDURES (OCT 2013)

Complete AMC Protest Procedures can be found at:

http://www.amc.army.mil/amc/commandcounsel.html An agency protest may be filed with either the contracting officer or to HQAMC but not both following the procedures listed on the website above.

SECURITY REGULATIONS (Aug 27,2013)

(a) All contractors, subcontractors, and their employees are responsible for complying with the following regulations:

(1) Items forbidden on the depot include "strike anywhere" matches, alcoholic beverages, narcotics, photographic equipment, unauthorized tools, firearms, explosives and illegal knives (stilettoes, switchblades, hook blades, and blades over three inches in length).

(2) Personnel will not retain passes and badges upon job completion or termination, enter depot in an intoxicated condition, fight, gamble, picket, or create a disturbance. Failure to return badges will cost your firm $50.00 per badge.

(3) Contractor will ensure that all contractor employees comply with all applicable fire, safety, and security requirements and adhere to all applicable state and federal labor laws and regulations.

(b) General Instructions:

(1) All depot traffic regulations will be observed.

(2) Predetermined work routes will be followed with no deviation.

(3) All personal vehicles and containers are subject to search and confiscation of unauthorized items while on the depot (with or without presence of owner).

(4) Notorious misconduct off the depot may be sufficient grounds for denying entrance to the depot.

(5) POV'S must have a minimum insurance coverage and state inspection sticker, in accordance with Texas State Laws.

(6) All personnel will adhere to all depot fire, safety, security, and other applicable regulations.

(7) Vehicles owned by commercial firms or common carriers must display a magnetic or other type sign/placard, visible on both sides of the vehicle.

(8) All commercial carriers will enter the depot through the Commercial Motor Vehicle Access Control Point (CVO ACP).

ATTACHMENTS

ATT 01-PWS

ATT 02-PRICE SHEET

All offerors shall submit the following: 1 copy each of the following:

a. Completed ATT 002 price sheet (both tabs)

b. 1-page document in contractor format detailing past performance and will be evaluated to determine the confidence in the offeror's ability to successfully accomplish the requirements of this solicitation based on the offeror's demonstrated present and past work record. The Government will evaluate the offerors' demonstrated record of contract compliance in supplying products and services that meet users' needs, including cost and delivery schedule.

c. An certifications/qualifications IAW ATT 01 PWS Paragraph 1.5

All quotations shall be sent electronically via email.

This is an open-market combined synopsis/solicitation for products as defined herein. The government intends to award a contract as a result of this combined synopsis/solicitation that will include the terms and conditions set forth herein. To facilitate the award process, all quotes must include a statement regarding the terms and conditions herein as follows:

"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document without modification, deletion, or addition."

OR

"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document with the exception, deletion, or addition of the following:"

Offeror shall list exception(s) and rationale for the exception(s).

Submission shall be received not later than 23 FEBRUARY 2023 @ 1PM Central Standard Time. Quotes shall be sent electronically to the following email addresses:

aeron.p.miller.civ@mail.mil, with a subject title of “W911RQ23Q9002 FIRE EXT SVC”.

Late submissions shall be treated in accordance with the solicitation provision at FAR 52.212-1(f).

Only e-mailed quotes will be accepted.

Any questions or concerns regarding this solicitation should be forwarded in writing via e-mail to the contract specialist, Aeron Miller, aeron.p.miller.civ@mail.mil.

Point of Contact Contract Specialist, Aeron Miller, aeron.p.miller.civ@mail.mil.