EMI Fiber Optic Links

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR 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 requirement is small business set-aside. The NAICS Code for this synopsis/solicitation is 334417, Size Standard 500 employees.

Solicitation/Purchase Request number F2KBAB2068A001 is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). This document incorporates provisions and clauses that are in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-57, effective 15 March 2012.

The Government intends to award one (1) contract line item number (CLIN) as follows:

tCLIN 0001: EMI Hardened Analog Fiber Optic Links (receiver/transmitter pairs)

DESCRIPTION:

Pulse Power & Measurement Ltd (PP&M) or equal, EMI hardened analog fiber optic links (receiver/transmitter pairs). One set will be for field sensors while the other will be for general purpose low frequency links to monitor test asset operating signals. All transmitters shall be battery powered with a continuous operating time of 4 hours. Transmitters and battery backs shall be electromagnetically shielded to withstand 100kV/m electric field. Please refer to the attached document for equipment specifications.

2 each, EMI Hardened Analog Fiber Optic Links, Manufacturer P/N: PDT-U1-6H and PDR-U1-6R (transmitters/receivers)

4 each, EMI Hardened Analog Fiber Optic Links, Manufacturer P/N: PAT-S-1-6H and PAR-S1-6R (transmitters/receivers)

1 each, rack mount case for up to 10 receivers, Manufacturer P/N: SRK3R

2 each, converter sleeve for a single receiver, Manufacturer P/N: 75002

2 each, power supply for 75002 sleeve, Manufacturer P/N: 73502

8 each, shielded battery pack for transmitters, Manufacturer P/N: 73512

8 each, 50 meter single mode cable, Manufacturer P/N: F6R1/50

1 each, optical connector cleaning kit, Manufacturer P/N: 72791

MANUFACTURER: Pulse Power & Measurement Ltd. or equal
QUANTITY: One (1) UNIT OF MEASURE: Lot
DESIRED DELIVERY DATE: 12 Weeks ARO
FOB: Destination.
INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE: Destination.

The following provisions and clauses apply to this is procurement:

FAR 52.204-7, Central Contract Registration
FAR 52.211-6, Brand Name or Equal
FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items
FAR 52-212-3 Alt I, Offeror Representations and Certification - Commercial Items (all offerors shall include a completed copy of this provision with their proposal)
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. [in paragraphs (b) and (c) the following clauses apply: 52.204-10, 52.209-6, 52.219-6, 52.219-28, 52.222-3, 52.222-19, 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-36, 52.223-18, 52.225-13, 52.232-33]
FAR 52.225-25, Prohibition on Engaging in Sanctioned Activities Relating to Iran - Certification
FAR 52.232-1, Payments
FAR 52.232-23, Assignment of Claims
FAR 52.233-1, Disputes
FAR 52.249-1, Termination for Convenience of the Government (Fixed-Price) (Short Form)
DFAR 252.204-7003, Control of Government Personnel Work Product
DFAR 252.204-7004 Alt A, Central Contractor Registration
DFAR 252.211-7003, Item Identification and Valuation
DFAR 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial. [in paragraphs (b) and (c) the following clauses apply: 252.203-7000, 252.225-7001, 252.225-7036 Alt I, 252.232-7003, 252.247-7023 Alt III]
DFAR 252.223-7008, Prohibition of Hexavalent Chromium
DFAR 252.225-7000, Buy American - Balance of Payments Program Certificates
DFAR 252.225-7002, Qualifying Country Sources as Subcontractors
DFAR 252.232-7010, Levies on Contract Payments
DFAR 252.243-7001, Pricing of Contract Modifications
AFFARS 5352.201-9101, Ombudsmen

The following full text provisions and clauses apply to this procurement:

FAR 52.252-1, Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998). This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): http://farsite.hill.af.mil

FAR 52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998). This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): http://farsite.hill.af.mil
In accordance with the FAR 13.106-1(a)(2) offerors are notified that award will be made on the basis of lowest price technically acceptable. Offeror will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 13.106-2.

If an "or equal" quote is submitted, the quote will be sent to the technical advisor for compatibility and verification. ANY OFFEROR PROVIDING AN OR EQUAL PRODUCT SHALL DESCRIBE THOUROUGHLY HOW THEIR PRODUCT MEETS ALL THE REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS LISTED. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL MAKE THAT OFFEROR NON-RESPONSIVE AND WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR AWARD

All payments are to be paid via the Internet through the Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) system. WAWF may be accessed at https://wawf.eb.mil. WAWF training may be accessed online at http://www.wawftraining.com. Payment information may be accessed using the DFAS website at http://www.dfas.mil/dfas.html. Your purchase order/contract number or invoice will be required to inquire status of your payment.

All offers are due no later than 18 April 2012 (Mountain Standard Time) at 12:00pm. Offers may be mailed to AFNWC/PKOA, ATTN: Katherine Dorn, 2000 Wyoming Blvd SE, Bldg. 20604, Room B-14, Kirtland AFB NM 87117-5606, emailed (preferred) to katherine.dorn@kirtland.af.mil, or faxed to (505) 846-8925 ATTN: Katherine Dorn.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Be advised that all interested parties must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) Database in order to receive an award. If you are not registered, you may request an application at (888) 227-2423 or through the CCR website at http://www.ccr.gov.