Fiber Optic Test Equipment

PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE NOTICE CAREFULLY AS IT CONSTITUES THE ONLY NOTICE THAT WILL BE ISSUED.

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6-Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

This procurement is a small business set-aside, Brand Name Requirement for EXFO Inc. products. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code for this acquisition is 334515; the Small Business Size Standard is 750 employees. 

Request for Quote (RFQ) Number is N66604-24-Q-0226.    

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) intends to award a Firm Fixed Price Type purchase order for the below items:

CLIN 0001: Quantity of one (1) FTB-1v2/FTB-1 Pro platform Modular Mainframe, part #: FTB-1V2-PRO-NRF-S1-128G-SC-FP430B-UPC-FIPT-400-U25M-FIPT-400-FC-SC-FIPT-400-LC-K-UPC-GP-10-072 in accordance with the attached specification sheet.

CLIN 0002: Quantity of one (1) Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) Module, part #: FTBX-740C-CW10-OI-EA-EA-EUI-89-IADV-TC-BR101-104 in accordance with the attached specification sheet.

CLIN 0003: Quantity of one (1) MxN Matrix Optical Switches, part #: MXS-9102-01-04-B-89 in accordance with the attached specification sheet.

Delivery will be FOB Destination to Newport, RI 02841. Please include any applicable shipping charges in your quote.

The method of payment is via Electronic Payment through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).

Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the latest Federal Acquisition Circular. The following FAR clauses and provisions apply to this solicitation:

52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment

52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Service or Equipment

52.209-11, Representation by corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax 

52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors Commercial Items 

52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications Commercial Items

52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Items

52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders Commercial Items

The following DFARS clauses apply to this solicitation:

252.204-7008, Compliance with Safeguarding Covered Defense Information Controls

252.204-7009, Limitations on the Use or Disclosure of Third-Party Contractor Reported Cyber Incident Information,

252.204-7012, Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Reporting,

252.204-7019 Notice of NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements,

252.204-7020 NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements,

252.223-7999 Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors.

252.211-7003 Item Identification and Valuation 

252.213-7000 Notice to Prospective Suppliers on Use of Supplier Performance Risk System in Past Performance Evaluations

252.215-7013 Supplies and Services Provided by Nontraditional Defense Contractors

252.246-7008 Sources of Electronic Parts

In accordance with DFARS Clause 252.211-7003, the contractor shall provide a unique item identifier (UID) for all delivered items for which the Government’s unit acquisition cost is $5,000.00 or more.

Full text of incorporated FAR/DFARS clauses and provisions are available at www.acquisition.gov/far 

In order to be determined technically acceptable:

(1) the offeror must provide the required supplies in accordance with the above CLIN structure and specifications;

(2) the Government may consider past performance information in accordance with DFARS Provision 252.213-7000 where negative information within SPRS may render a quote being deemed technically unacceptable.

(3) Provide proof that all items are shipped from the US, drop shipping is unacceptable;

(4) Provide proof that all items configured in house are new products, gray market items will not be accepted;

(5) All resellers shall provide proof of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) authorized reseller status. Status will be verified by the Government prior to award. NOTE: Items shall be sourced directly from the OEM and/or OEM authorized channels only; If the Contractor does not deliver new hardware/software or provide proof that the items are all new products, the Government need not accept delivery. If after award the hardware/software delivered are determined not to be new or delivered outside the US, the Government has the right to terminate for cause with the Contractor liable to the Government for any and all rights and remedies provided by the law including excess reprocurement costs.

This solicitation requires registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award, pursuant to applicable regulations and guidelines. Registration information can be found at www.sam.gov 

The quote shall include price, delivery terms, and the following additional information with submission: point of contact (including phone number and email address) and contractor CAGE code.

The quote may be submitted via email to the email address below and must be received on or before Wednesday, 06 March 2024 at 1400 Eastern time. Offers received after the closing date are late and may not be considered for award. For information on this acquisition contact Franklin Patton at franklin.k.patton2.civ@us.navy.mil.