INSTRUCTION TO QUOTERS--0864.doc

INSTRUCTION TO QUOTERS:

QUOTATION EP133F-10-RQ-0864

QUOTES: Quotes may be submitted by electronic means for consideration of award. Electronic quotes may be transmitted by email to Linda.distefano@noaa.gov or facsimile (401)782-3205. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to ensure their electronic quote has been received. Note: When submitting your quote please ensure BLOCK 11 (f) , and 13 through 16 are completed on the SF18. If you have any questions regarding the quote process please contact Linda DiStefano at 401-782-3230.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS NEEDED w/the Quote:

(1) REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS contained within the RFQ and in accordance with FAR 52.212-3 must be completed by Quoters and returned with Quote.

NOTE: If your Representations and Certifications are registered in the “ONLINE REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS APPLICATION” (ORCA) then please notify the Contracting Officer at time of quote submission.

IF you are not registered and would like to, please go to www.bpn.gov.

BASIS FOR AWARD:

Award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder who provides the Best Value to the Government.

CENTRAL CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION: Contractor registration in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database is “required” in order to be eligible for award of a Department of Commerce contract. Contractors may obtain information on registration and annual confirmation requirements by calling 1-888-227-2423 or via the Internet at www.ccr.gov.

DUE DATE: Quote is due by: June 25, 2010 TECHNICAL QUESTIONS: If you have technical questions regarding this project please contact Lisa Natanson at 401-782-3320

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SF 1449/provisions

Reps and certs