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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

(IAW FAR 12.603 and FAR 5.207

SOLICITATION NUMBER: F3YCHS3281A001

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

This solicitation is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ), for a firm fixed type contract. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisitions Circular 2005-72. All responsible sources may submit a quotation in response to this solicitation, which shall be considered. A contract may be awarded resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforms to the solicitation and is most advantageous to the Government.

The Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC/PZIMB) at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, intends to award one firm fixed price contract for the acquisition of item(s) listed below. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency. The Government intends to select one contractor; however, the Government reserves the right to award no contract at all, depending on the quality of the proposals/quotes, prices submitted, and the availability of funds.

Requirement Overview:

Equipois Brand (Or EQUAL)Tool Positioning Arm, 2 Each Required Delivery Date (RDD):

30 days after date of contract (ADC) NOTE: If unable to meet posted RDD – submit proposed delivery schedule.

Delivery Information:

FOB Destination, Tinker AFB, OK 73145

NOTE: offers with FOB Orgin DO NOT meet the terms and conditions of this solicitation Inspection and Acceptance:

Inspection and acceptance of the service will be performed at Tinker AFB, Oklahoma, 73145 Warranty Type:

Standard commercial warranty

Competition Requirement:

100% Small Business Set-Aside

NAICS Code:

333991 – Power Driven Handtool Manufacturing Size Standard:

500 Employees Payment Information:

Payments shall be made in arrears of required items being accepted by the Government and delivered to the specified delivery destination.

NOTE: offers requiring advanced or progress payments DO NOT meet the term and conditions of this solicitation.

Required Registration by all Contractors:

In accordance with FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items, it is mandatory that all offerors wishing to be considered for award must be registered with:

· System for Award Management (SAM) (www.sam.gov)

NOTE: Contact the Vendor POC on the website for information and guidance regarding these registrations

Applicable Clauses/Provisions (Federal Acquisition Regulation http://farsite.hill.af.mil/farsite.html):

FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Items FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation – Commercial Items

FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items

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

FAR 52.212-5 (Dev), Contract Terms and Conditions required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders FAR 52.211-6, Brand Name or Equal

Evaluation of Proposals:

All offeror’s responses will be evaluated in accordance with FAR clause 52.212-2, Evaluation of Commercial Items. Award will be conducted under the provisions of FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers:

(1) Technical: quote must be rated as technically acceptable to be eligible for award

(2) Price: award will be made to the lowest priced technically acceptable (LPTA) offeror Contract Line Items (CLINs):

Detailed Description: Equipois Brand (OR EQUAL) Ergonomic Tool Positioners that will be used in 76 CMXG/551 CMMXS in the production of off-aircraft sheet metal components, specifically Ailerons for the 707 airframe.

In order to be determined technically acceptable, an offer must clearly show that it meets the following criteria:

1. Must allow 30 lb. tool to be handled safely and easily.

2. Must have a horizontal reach of at least 30”

3. Must be mounted on a moveable counterbalanced stand with locking casters.

4. Cannot be the overhead type of balancer that attaches to the tool with a cable.

5. Must be able to quickly change out 3 different rivet squeezers:

a. Chicago Pneumatic CP-0351 ESKEL, 22.5 lbs.

b. Chicago Pneumatic CP-0351 ESVEL, 29 lbs

c. U.S. Industrial Tool Company US151A-9 1/8, 25 lbs Quotes must provide a technical description of the items being offered in sufficient detail to evaluate compliance with the requirements in the solicitation. This may include product literature, or other documents, if necessary.

Proposal Submission Information (emailed proposals are preferred):

Quotations are due at Tinker AFB by 3:00 PM, CST, 10-February-2014.

Darrell Hafer Contract Specialist

Phone: 405-739-5819 E-mail: darrell.hafer@us.af.mil *See following page for Proposal Submission Requirements and Return Form

Proposal Submission Requirements

· Register company at System for Award Management (SAM) (www.sam.gov)

· Ensure proposal meets all terms and conditions of this solicitation

· Provide any documentation to support technical acceptability

· Complete this form below

· Submit completed proposal to Contract Specialist named below

Company Information

Street Address

City

Business Type (In Accordance With FAR 19.001, http://farsite.hill.af.mil/farsite.html)

Example is business: large, small, 8(a), etc

Point of Contact Information

Quote/Proposal Information

Issue Price Per Unit (Firm Fixed Price) Total Price (Firm Fixed Price)

The LPTA quote that conforms to the RFQ may be selected for award. In order to be technically acceptable and conform to the RFQ, the offeror must propose exactly in accordance with the item description reflected above. No deviations will be accepted.

Discount Terms (NET 30 if unspecified):

YES NO (see FAR 52.247-34)

Carefully review all documents before signing

DO NOT TRANSMIT CLASSIFIED INFORMATION OVER UNSECURED TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS. OFFICIAL DOD TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS ARE SUBJECT TO MONITORING. USE OF DOD TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS CONSTITUTES CONSENT TO MONITORING.