IonizationandFissionChambersRFQ_docx.docx

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The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS), Armed Forces Radiobiology Research Institute (AFRRI), TRIGA Mark F Reactor has a requirement for two (2) fission chambers and one (1) uncompensated ionization chamber.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items 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. This is a request for quotes (RFQ) for commercial items in accordance with the procedures of FAR Part 12 – Acquisition of Commercial Items and FAR Part 13 – Simplified Acquisition Procedures. This RFQ incorporates all provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 05-66 (April 1, 2013) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) (April 12, 2013).

In order to be eligible for award, offerors must be registered in www.SAM.gov, with completed representations and certifications.

Offerors interested in responding to this requirement must provide a quote for two (2) fission chambers and one (1) uncompensated ionization chamber, which at a minimum, meets the specifications listed below. Split awards are possible. The government will award one or more firm fixed-priced (FFP) purchase order(s) resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer, conforming to this announcement, will be most advantageous and represent the best value to the government .

Minimum Specifications:

Two (2) Fission Chambers (design specification is Reuter Stokes, RS-P6-0805-134)

· Detect neutrons in the flux range of up to 106 nv

· Thermal neutron sensitivity of approximately 0.14 cps/nv throughout the range of applied voltages

· Operates in any orientation at temperatures up to 570°F (300°C)

· Constructed of materials with good neutron transparency and low activation properties

· Utilizes type HN connectors

One (1) Uncompensated Ionization Chamber (design specification is Westinghouse WL-8137)

· Thermal neutron sensitivity of approximately 1.5 x 10-14 amperes/cm2/sec

· Gamma sensitivity of approximately 3.5 x 10-12 amperes/R/hr

· Boron-10 lining

· Hydrogen gas filled

· Aluminum construction

· Utilizes type HN connectors The government intends to award one or more firm-fixed priced (FFP) purchase order(s) to the offeror representing the best value to the government based on the evaluation factors listed below. Evaluation factors are listed in order of importance, with most important listed first. The government will conduct a trade-off between price and non-price factors. The Government is not required to award to the lowest priced offeror or the offeror quoting the highest technically rated item.

The government reserves the right to award without discussions.

Evaluation Factors (Listed in order of importance):

1 Technical – Offerors must provide product literature, which demonstrates the capabilities of the quoted item(s). At a minimum the product literature must demonstrate that the quoted item meets the specifications outlined above. Information on warranty and delivery lead-time must be included in the quote submission and will be evaluated. The government reserves the right to utilize technical (i.e, trade magazines) and customer reviews/references as part of the technical evaluation.

2 Delivery Date – Offerors must provide the earliest possible delivery date for each item.

3 Past Performance – Offerors must provide the company name, contact name and phone number of a recent (within the last 12 months) customer purchasing the same or similar product(s).

4 Price – Offerors must include all applicable costs (Example: Components, Shipping) in their quote. The total quoted price for all components will be the evaluated price.

Offerors must submit the following with their quote:

· Completed copy of provision 252.209-7997

· Completed copy of provision 252.225-7035 See attached list for applicable provisions and clauses for this requirement.

Quoted items must be new. Quotes for refurbished equipment will not be considered.

Offerors must also indicate in quote where item is manufactured.

Items will be shipped to Bethesda, MD. Each item is required to be delivered upon completion of manufacturing.

Questions/clarifications regarding this solicitation must be submitted via email to jack.berry@usuhs.edu and carolyn.randolph@usuhs.edu by May 28, 2013. Any question received after May 28th will not be answered. Questions will not be answered over the phone or submitted by any other means. All questions will be answered in an amendment to the solicitation posted on or around May 29th.

Quote packages are due by 10:00 PM EST on June 3, 2013. Quotes must be submitted via email to jack.berry@usuhs.edu and carolyn.randolph@usuhs.edu. Quotes will not be accepted by any other means. Late quotes will not be considered. Quote packages should include a cover sheet that provides the following information:

· Company Name

· Point of Contact, to include email and phone number

· DUNS Number

· Statement that includes acknowledgement of latest amendment number