Fabrication of Underwater Camera Systems

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items utilizing the simplified acquisition procedures authorized in FAR Part 13. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

The solicitation number is AB-133F-13-RP-0165 and is being issued as a request for proposal (RFP). This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 05-69 dated August 1, 2013.

This acquisition is set aside for small business. The NAICS Code is 334511 with a size standard of 750 employees.

TECHNICAL PROPOSAL:
Describe your relevant knowledge, understanding and competence of the requirement as outlined in the attached work statement to include your corporate capabilities, technical qualifications, relevant past experience and recommended approach specifically related to perform the defined work.

Note: Offerors must have experience fabricating pressure housings for underwater camera deployments that have optical ports and artificial illumination. Experience building oceanographic research instrumentation is preferred.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
Technical, past performance and price.

DUE DATE & SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Email technical proposal and pricing to michelle.kouis@noaa.gov on or before August 9, 2013, 12:00 p.m. PT. Late proposals will not be considered. Offerors are encouraged to request a read receipt or confirm delivery by contacting the below POC.

POINT OF CONTACT:
Michelle Kouis
Phone: 206-526-6032
Email: michelle.kouis@noaa.gov

OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS:
Central Contractor Registration (CCR) - Offerors must be registered in the CCR database to be considered for award. Registration is free and can be completed on-line at http://www.ccr.gov.

FAR PROVISIONS AND CLAUSES (also see attachment to this solicitation):

52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - Commercial (Jul 2013)
52.212-2 Evaluation - Commercial Items (Jan 1999)
52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items (Jul 2013)
52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items (Jul 2013)
52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes Or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items (Aug 2013)

The full text of the referenced FAR clauses may be accessed electronically at http://www.acqnet.gov/far.

Note: DOL Wage Determination is subject to change upon award based on Contractor's actual location.