RFQ 75N98021Q00058 Final 91621.docx

RFQ 75N98021Q00058

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 12.6 "Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items," as applicable, and 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 solicitation is being issued using Simplified Acquisition Procedures under the Authority of FAR Subpart 13.5.

This solicitation is a request for quotes (RFQ) under RFQ Number 75N98021Q00058. The solicitation documents and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2021-07, dated September 10, 2021. The associated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 332999- All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing with a size standard of 750 employees. This RFQ is full and open competition.

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*If shipping is not separately priced (price is wrapped into line 1), please state as such in your price quote.

Purchase Order Type It is contemplated that this will be a single award firm fixed price purchase order. Award will be made on an all or none basis.

Specifications

1. Interchangeability with existing racking systems which are Lab Products Part No. Primate Unit, Stainless Steel Mobile (4) (110 are currently in use)

2. Standardization of caging systems in multiple primate facilities in Buildings 14B, 14D, 102, 103, 104 and 110A use Lab Products Part No. Primate Unit, Stainless Steel Mobile (4)

3. Cage racks shall not exceed seventy-nine (79) inches for animal room door clearance.

4. All cage rack components shall be compatible with Lab Products Part Number, Primate Unit, Stainless Steel Mobile (4)

5. The cages shall meet or exceed current USDA requirements for housing Group 4 primates up to 15 kilograms.

6. Primate units shall have four compartments with a minimum size of 6.1 square feet of floor space and inside height of 32 inches.

7. Primate units shall be made of materials that are completely autoclavable at high temperatures (270 F).

8. The construction of primate units shall be made of heavy duty stainless steel and the design shall facilitate ease of sanitation that eliminates the need for mechanical scrubbing.

9. The construction shall be seamless as possible with minimal amounts of welded constructions so they will not trap organic matter.

10. The primate units shall incorporate a design to provide enrichment to include solid stainless-steel panels, grid panels and clear high impact Zyfone™. The design shall have an adjustable 5-tiered system.

11. The unit shall be designed with moveable interior panels to provide socialization of animals from side to side.

12. Waste pans shall be of seamless construction and sloped shall nest in such a manner as not to become stuck together. They shall be made of stainless steel to withstand repeated washing at a minimum of 180 degrees Fahrenheit.

13. All parts of the primate units shall be constructed to withstand repeated shaking and high impacts caused by non-human primates.

14. Primate units shall provide a safe and secure environment for non-human primates.

15. The squeeze-back mechanism shall have a design that does not trap debris, organic matter and provides a high level of safety by eliminating pinch points to the non-human primate’s appendages.

16. Primate units shall be equipped with Edstrom stainless steel automatic water system. The quick disconnect for a recoil hose shall be located in an area that eliminates the potential for access by the animals.

17. The units shall have locking mechanisms and latches that are tamper proof by non-human primates and prevents escaped animals.

18. The feeders shall be designed to eliminate the ability of non-human primates to reach out and possibly injure employees.

19. Cage doors shall slide side to side when opening and closing.

20. Primate caging units shall have the capability to latch and interconnect to compatible caging. Lab Products Part No. Primate Unit, Stainless Steel Mobile (4).

Deliverables Electronic and 1 (one) hard copy sets of drawings shall be provided in that demonstrates in detail the caging systems adherence to the specifications listed above.

Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan

1. Mill Certification from manufacturing plant shall be provided for the origin of the stainless steel used in the manufacture of the caging system.

1. One inspection visit by customer to manufacturing plant at 50% completion of equipment.

1. Inspection of equipment at time of delivery.

Period of Performance

1. Drawings due within 5 business days of purchase award award.

1. Ship date of equipment after approved drawing submittal is 150 business days.

FAR and HHSAR Provisions/Clauses Incorporated by Reference:

· FAR Provision 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Items (September 2021)

· FAR Clause 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions—Commercial Items (Oct 2018)

· FAR Clause 52.242-15 Stop-Work Order (Aug 1989)

· HHSAR Clause 352.203-70 Anti-Lobbying (December 18, 2015)

· HHSAR Clause 352.208-70 Printing and Duplication (December 18, 2015)

· HHSAR Clause 352.239-73 Electronic Information and Technology Accessibility Notice (December 18, 2015)

FAR and HHSAR Provisions/Clauses Provided in Full

· FAR Provision 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications—Commercial Items (Feb 2021)-Quoters are required to include a completed copy of the provision in their quote. See Attachment #1

· FAR Clause 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders—Commercial Items (September 2021)-See Attachment #2

· Invoicing Instructions-See Attachment #3

CONTRACTING OFFICER'S REPRESENTATIVE (COR)

The following Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) will represent the Government for the purpose of this task order:

TBD

The COR is responsible for: (1) monitoring the Contractor's technical progress, including the surveillance and assessment of performance and recommending to the Contracting Officer changes in requirements; (2) interpreting the statement of work and any other technical performance requirements; (3) performing technical evaluation as required; (4) performing technical inspections and acceptances required by this task order; and (5) assisting in the resolution of technical problems encountered during performance.

[The alternate COR is responsible for carrying out the duties of the COR only in the event that the COR can no longer perform his/her duties as assigned.]

The Contracting Officer is the only person with authority to act as agent of the Government under this contract. Only the Contracting Officer has authority to: (1) direct or negotiate any changes in the statement of work; (2) modify or extend the period of performance; (3) change the delivery schedule; (4) authorize reimbursement to the Contractor for any costs incurred during the performance of this contract; (5) otherwise change any terms and conditions of this contract; or (6) sign written licensing agreements. Any signed agreement shall be incorporated by reference. The Government may unilaterally change its COR designation.

Quote Instructions/Evaluation Criteria The vendor shall submit a separate technical and price quote. Award will be made on a lowest priced/technically acceptable basis and be able to meet NIH’s delivery schedule.

Technical Quote Instructions The vendor shall submit the following:

1. The company’s own written specifications for the required caging

2. Electronic set of drawings to demonstrate in sufficient detail their caging systems adherence to the specifications

Price Quote Instructions The vendor shall submit a price quote filling out the line items listed on page 1 of the solicitation. Please specify if shipping is separately or non-separately priced. And if separately priced, please include the price for shipping as the second line item. Lastly, the vendor is to submit any amendments and its Reps and Certs (Attachment #1) as part of its price quote. Also include the TIN and DUNS as part of your price quote.

General Quote Instructions Technical and Price Quotes (the technical and price quotes are to be separate documents/attachments) are due to Timothy Johnson, contract Specialist, via email at johnsontim@od.nih.gov by September 23, 2021 at 3PM EST. Quotes delivered through fax, hand delivery, email, or mail will not be accepted. Electronic Quotes shall be in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Adobe Acrobat. NIH uses Microsoft Office 2016. Please include the solicitation number (RFQ 75N98021Q00058) in your technical and business quote when responding to this solicitation. Any questions can be sent to Mr. Timothy Johnson via email at johnsontim@od.nih.gov by September 22, 2021 at Noon EST or earlier.