Interior Aisle Signage

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 this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

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 this notice. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT CONSTITUTES THE ONLY SOLICITATION; QUOTES ARE BEING REQUESTED AND A SEPARATE WRITTEN SOLICITATION WILL NOT BE ISSUED. ANY PREVIOUS CORRESPONDENCE TO THE GOVERNMENT IS NOT A VALID QUOTE. YOU MUST REPLY TO THIS SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE AWARD. The solicitation number for this acquisition is W912DQ-13-T-1001 and it is being issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).

The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2005-66. The associated NAICS code for this project is 339950 and the business size standard is 500 employees. This RFQ is set-aside 100% for small business.

Offers shall be evaluated using Far Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures.

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INTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL OFFICE AISLE SIGNAGE
PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION

Army Corps of Engineers needs to purchase and install interior architectural office aisle signage for their corporate office space. The signs must be of the same professional quality, and architecturally match the existing signs in the same office. These items will be installed in the Kansas City Federal Building by 31 May 2013.

Far 52.212.1 Instructions to Offerors- Commercial does apply to this acquisition with no addenda to the provision.

Far 52.212-2 Evaluation- Commercial items, does apply to this acquisition. The award shall be based upon three (3) factors: Experience; Price; shop drawings; and technical specifications of the item and service offered to meet the agency's need.

Offerors must include a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representation and Certifications- Commercial Items with their offer. This provision is included in Section K of this combined synopsis/solicitation.

FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions- Commercial Items, does apply to this acquisition with no addenda to the provision.

FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. These specific clauses required are detailed in Section 1 of this combined synopsis/solicitation.


PARTIES INTERESTED IN RESPONDING TO THIS RFQ must submit their quote in accordance with standard commercial practice (i.e. form, letterhead, etc.) and MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: Solicitation number; company's complete mailing and remittance addresses; any discount terms; DUNS number; and Taxpayer Identification Number. Award will be made to the most qualified quoter offering the lowest price. Any questions regarding this solicitation MUST be submitted by email to the point of contact below.

The System for Award Management (SAM) is a Federal Government owned and operated free web site that consolidates the capabilities in CCR, ORCA, and EPLS. All vendors must verify their information through this web site. If you were previously registered in CCR and ORCA, your organization's information is already in SAM. You just need to set up a SAM account and migrate your CCR roles. If you have questions about Government procurements in general or need assistance in the preparation of
your proposal, a local Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) may be able to help. The Procurement Technical Assistance Program was authorized by Congress in 1985 in an effort to expand the number of businesses capable of participating in the Government marketplace. To locate a PTAC near you, go to http://www.aptac-us.org/new/Govt_Contracting/find.php.

QUOTES ARE DUE NOT LATER THAN 14:00 (CST), 2 APRIL 2013. YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT PROPOSALS ELECTRONICALLY AT john.h.akin@usace.army.mil. Or you may amil your quotes to:

John Akin
USACE, Rm 647
601 E 12th St
Kansas City, MO 64106

The Government reserves the right to cancel this combined synopsis/solicitation.

Electronic quotes are now being accepted via email at john.h.akin@usace.army.mil.




Please find Amendment 0001 as attached which extends the delivery/Completion Date. A signed copy of this amendment needs to be included with your quote.