Cooling Tower Rentals

Added: May 07, 2010 3:54 pm This is combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation number is 1536641 and solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-41. Delivery and acceptance will be at Bethesda, Maryland. The National Institute of Aging (NIA) has a requirement for an Cooling Tower Rentals. The system has the following requirements: 1) Unique forced-draft, counter flow design of evaporative cooling, 2) Equipped with multiple direct-drive fans, 3) Heat removal rates range from two million to 1000 million BTU/hr, and 4) Self-adjusting spray nozzles handle varying water flows. The period of performance is May 17, 2010 through May 16, 2011 with two option years. The provisions at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors Commercial, applies to this acquisition. The provisions at 52.212-2, Evaluation Commercial Items, is applicable. Specific evaluation criteria are: (1) Ability to meet technical specifications and (2) Ability to deliver on time and within specification. Offers will also be evaluated on best value in relation to price. Offerors must include a completed copy of the provisions at 52.212-3, Offeror Representation and Certifications Commercial Items, with its offer. Clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The quotation are due May 13, 2010 3:00PM EST and will be submitted hard copy or electronically to Jasmine Snoddy, Contract Specialist, 31 Center Drive, Room 1B59, Bethesda, Maryland 20892.