Attachment_2_Instructions_to_Offers.docx

ATTACHMENT #2 INSTRUCTIONS

2. INSTRUCTION FOR VENDOR

The provisions and clauses in this RFQ are those in effect through FAC 05-88.

Quoters shall provide the information required by FAR 52.212-1 below.

INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS - COMMERCIAL ITEMS (FAR 52.212-1) (OCT 2015) is incorporated herein by reference with the same force and effect as if it were given in full text, with the exception of paragraphs ___N/A____.

FAR addenda to FAR 52.212-1 are indicated as follows and incorporated herein by reference with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text:

See BPA Terms and Conditions

NASA FAR Supplement (48 CFR Chapter 18) addenda to FAR 52.212-1 are indicated as follows and incorporated herein by reference with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text:

See BPA Terms and Conditions

The Government may consider a late quotation or modifications to a quotation received after the date indicated for receipt of quotations but before the Government has made an offer, should such action be in the best interests of the Government.

(End of Provision)

3. ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS TO QUOTERS

(a) Amendments to this RFQ. It is the vendor's responsibility to monitor the Federal Business Opportunities (FBO) for the release of any amendments to this RFQ.

(b) Costs of quote preparation. This RFQ is not an order. This is a request for information, and quotations furnished are not offers. This RFQ does not commit the Government to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of the submission of this quotation or to contract for supplies or services.

(c) Additional GSA contract information. If quoting on item(s) on a GSA contract, in addition to entering the GSA contract number in the appropriate textbox, the quoter shall include all other pertinent GSA contract information, if available, and show all applicable discounts for each line item VIA email to the Contacting Officer.

(d) The offeror selected for award must submit a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3 (NOV 2015), Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items, when requested by the contracting officer. The provision may be obtained via the internet at URL: http://farsite.hill.af.mil/reghtml/regs/far2afmcfars/fardfars/far/52_000.htm#P1526_212302 . These representations and certifications will be incorporated by reference in any resultant contract.

The offeror selected for award of a contract will be required to submit completed representations and certifications in the format of FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications- Commercial Items, prior to award of a purchase order/contract.

4. EVALUATION

Selection and award will be made to that Contractor(s) whose quote will be most advantageous to the Government (See FAR 2.101, Best Value), with consideration given to the below along with past performance. Offerors must provide all of the information requested in Section 4. Evaluation, Submittal Requirements, regarding the Technical and Past Performance factors. The Government evaluation will include, but is not limited to, the following:

Submittal Requirements:

Technical:

1. Contractors shall complete the attached Attachment 1 – Vendor Capabilities Declaration and Site Review Form for all services the Contractor is capable of providing.

2. Contractors shall provide a statement as to whether or not their firm is certified/registered to the current AS9100 Quality Standard. Contractors that are certified to the AS9100 standard shall include a copy of their certification as part of their quote.

3. Contractors shall provide a statement as to whether or not their firm is certified/registered to the current ISO9001 Quality Standard. Contractors that are certified to the ISO9001 standard shall include a copy of their certification as part of their quote.

4. Contractor shall submit their ability to perform the Minimum Core Capabilities and Optional Core Capabilities.

5. Contractors shall submit their company’s current Quality Manual.

6. Applicable certification (AS9100, ISO9001, NADCAP, welding, etc).

7. The Contractor shall provide line cards or any other documentation regarding the capabilities of the Contractor to provide the solicited work.

Past Performance:

Contractor’s shall submit adequate past performance information for relevant core capabilities/optional capabilities delivered to for at least three previous contracts held with Government Agencies or Private Industry; include a verified name, email, address, phone number, and facsimile number for each reference. The Government will evaluate quotes based on demonstrated recent experience, and on-time delivery. The Government reserves the right to obtain past performance information from other sources and to utilize this information in the evaluation.

Miscellaneous:

1. Signed Copy of the Standard Form 1449.

5. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION INFORMATION

Submit questions to sharon.v.hare@nasa.gov Additional information is included in:

Attachment 1 – Draft BPA with Terms and Conditions Attachment 3 – Vendor Supplies Declaration Solicitation Closing Date: July 25, 2016