Cold Storage Facility

(i) 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 the notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.
1. (ii) Solicitation #RFQP04171100001
(iii) The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 46.
(iv) This procurement is set-aside for Small Business.
(v) Lease or Rental of Facilities: Cold Storage Facilities
(vi)Provide a fixed price for the items required..
(vii) Services to begin on or about December 01, 2010 until December11, 2010. The services sought will be a cold storage facility able to store up to 44 pallets of frozen meat (chicken) at a temperature of -0 degrees for a period of 12 months. The bidder must also include in their quote delivery from the cold storage facility to the Food Service Warehouse located inside the secure perimeter of the Prison. The delivery will be at the discretion of the Food Service Administrator and should be able to accommodate at least 22 pallets at a time for no more than 2 total trips. All drivers need to complete a security background check prior to entry, to include a valid driver's license. Delays for delivery due to security concerns of facility and inherent weather will be incurred and are not reimbursable. All deliveries must be coordinated prior to shipment. No passengers, pets, weapons, or tobacco products will be allowed within the secure perimeter. No sideways pallets. Vendor shall pass all requirements to transportation company. Failure to adhere to regulations will be cause for rejection of shipment. The quote shall be submitted based on a monthly charge for use of the facility and including (2) deliveries. The Federal Correctional Institution is not guaranteeing the space will be used for the total 12 month period and therefore will not enter into a lease for a specific amount of time. This service will be used only to store the product until room is available inside the Food Service Freezers.
(viii) The provisions at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offers-Commercial, applies to this acquisition.
(ix) 52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Items, - Price
(x) Offerors are to provide a copy of 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items, with offer.
(xi) Clause 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition.
52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items applies to this acquisition.
(xii) Payment will be made net 30 days ARO by Credit Card.
(xiii) Offers are due November 10, 2010 2:00 EST.
(xiv) Contact Robert Armstrong (734) 439-4771, Fax (734) 439-8454.