II.G. Solicitation Notice_Amendment 0001.pdf

PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE NOTICE CAREFULLY AS IT CONSTITUES THE ONLY

NOTICE THAT WILL BE ISSUED.

REQUEST FOR QUOTE Number: N66604-21-Q-0476

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) is seeking a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) quote for the rental of the following postage meter machine, on a Brand Name or Equal basis:

CLIN

Pitney Bowes Item Number

Description/Title Qty

Rental Period of Performance

Rental $/month

Extended $

(Base Year)

C425 Rental of Pitney Bowes SendPro C425 Mail Machine

1 12 months (8/1/2021 – 7/31/2022

To be filled in by offeror

To be filled in by offeror

(Base Year)

Postage funds to pay for postage labels associated with the use of the meter, Base Year $45,000.00

(Option Year 1)

C425 Rental of Pitney Bowes SendPro C425 Mail Machine

1 12 months (8/1/2022 – 7/31/2023

To be filled in by offeror

To be filled in by offeror

(Option Year 1)

Postage funds to pay for postage labels associated with the use of the meter, Option Year 1 $45,000.00

(Option Year 2)

C425 Rental of Pitney Bowes SendPro C425 Mail Machine

1 12 months (8/1/2023 – 7/31/2024

To be filled in by offeror

To be filled in by offeror

(Option Year 2)

Postage funds to pay for postage labels associated with the use of the meter, Option Year 2 $45,000.00

(Option Year 3)

C425 Rental of Pitney Bowes SendPro C425 Mail Machine

1 12 months (8/1/2024 – 7/31/2025

To be filled in by offeror

To be filled in by offeror

(Option Year 3)

Postage funds to pay for postage labels associated with the use of the meter, Option Year 3 $45,000.00

(Option Year 4)

C425 Rental of Pitney Bowes SendPro C425 Mail Machine

1 12 months (8/1/2025 – 7/31/2026

To be filled in by offeror

To be filled in by offeror

(Option Year 4)

Postage funds to pay for postage labels associated with the use of the meter, Option Year 4 $45,000.00

Offerors are to fill in CLINs 0001, 0003, 0005, 0007, and 0009 with pricing information.

Quotations should include ALL costs (including shipping) in the total price. PLEASE NOTE:

There will not be separate Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINS) for shipping and/or any additional costs. Any additional costs (i.e. shipping, UID costs) shall be incorporated into the unit price of the applicable item.

In order to be considered equal to the Postage Meter Machine of the Pitney Bowes Brand Name Item # C425, the required item must meet the minimum specifications listed below:

- Semi-Automatic

- Multi-Carrier Shipping (FedEx and USPS)

- Reporting capabilities for analysis

- Multi-user capabilities

- Dependable envelope sealing that secures the contents of mail pieces

- Max envelope thickness processing of at least 3/8 inch or better

- Interfaced weighing platform (up to 70 pounds)

- Integrated postage label dispenser – capable of printing 4x8” labels

- Capability of placing annual money amount on meter for postage payment

- Ability to apply credit for unused or incorrect labels

- Safeguard stored postage and capability to assign user roles

This requirement is being solicited as unrestricted under North American Industry Classification Systems (NAICS) code of 532420 – Office Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing – as concurred with by the NUWCDIVNPT Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP). The applicable size standard is $35,000,000.00.

The periods of performance for the rental periods are specified in the table above.

Delivery Date Required: 06 August 2021 or sooner

F.O.B. Destination: Newport, RI, 02841-1708

Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the current Federal Acquisition Circular.

The below provisions and clauses apply to this solicitation:

FAR 52.204-19, Incorporation by Reference of Representations and Certifications FAR 52.204-24, Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment FAR 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment FAR 52.209-11, Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or Felony under any Federal Law FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors--Commercial Items FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Items FAR 52.212-3, (ALT 1), Offeror Representations and Certifications--Commercial Items FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items FAR 52.217-5 Evaluation of Options

FAR 52.217-7 OPTION FOR INCREASED QUANTITY--SEPARATELY PRICED LINE

ITEM

FAR 52.225-25, Prohibition on Contracting with Entities Engaging in Certain Activities or Transactions Relating to Iran-Representation and Certifications FAR 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim DFARS 252.204-7008, Compliance with Safeguarding Covered Defense Information Controls

DFARS 252.204-7009, Limitations on the Use or Disclosure of Third-Party Contractor Reported Cyber Incident Information DFARS 252.204-7012, Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Report DFARS 252.204-7015, Notice of Authorized Disclosure of Information for Litigation Support DFARS 252.204-7019 Notice of NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements DFARS 252.204-7020 NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements DFARS 252.246-7008, Sources of Electronic Parts

DFARS 252.211-7003 ITEM UNIQUE IDENTIFICATION AND VALUATION

The Government will consider past performance information in accordance with DFARS Provision 252.213-7000 where negative information within PPIRS-SR (now known as Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS)) may render a quote being deemed technically unacceptable.

Full text of incorporated FAR/DFARS clauses and provisions may be accessed electronically at https://acquisition.gov/far/.

Payment will be via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).

Additional terms and conditions:

Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) rating of DO-C9 applies.

Offerors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award, pursuant to applicable regulations and guidances. Registration information can be found at https://www.sam.gov.

Section 508 Standards applicable to this requirement:

o 36 C.F.R. § 1194.21 (Chapter 5) - Software Applications and Operating Systems o 36 C.F.R. § 1194.41 (Chapter 6) - Information, Documentation, and Support

This requirement will be awarded to the offeror with the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) quote. In order to be determined technically acceptable the offeror shall:

1. Quote the required item, meeting the brand name or equal minimum requirements, in the required quantity;

2. Meet or exceed the required delivery date;

3. Provide proof that all items are shipped from the US;

4. Provide proof that all items configured in house are not gray market items, which will not be accepted;

5. Provide a signed and completed FAR provision 52.204-24, Attachment 1 to this

RFQ.

Offerors shall be advised that if after award the items delivered are determined to be in gray market items and/or are determined to be delivered from outside the US, the Government has the right to terminate for cause with the Contractor liable to the Government for any and all rights and remedies provided by the law including excess re-procurement costs.

Offerors shall include price and the following additional information with the submissions:

o Point of contact (including phone number and email address) o Contractor CAGE Code o Contractors DUNS number

Quotes shall be submitted electronically to Renee Thiboutot at renee.thiboutot@navy.mil and must be received on or before Monday, 26 July 2021 at 11:59 AM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

Quotes received after this date are late and will not be considered for award. For questions regarding this acquisition, please contact Renee Thiboutot at the aforementioned email address.