SOLICITATION NOTICE
J -- Cleaning/Repair/Refurbishing of Bones
- Notice Date
- 5/5/2006
- Notice Type
- Solicitation Notice
- NAICS
- 541990
— All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Contracting Office
- Other Defense Agencies, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Directorate of Contracting, 4301 Jones Bridge Road, Bethesda, MD, 20814-4799
- ZIP Code
- 20814-4799
- Solicitation Number
- HU0001-06-Q-D055
- Response Due
- 5/24/2006
- Archive Date
- 6/8/2006
- Description
- 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; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This is a request for quotes (RFQ). Order will be made in accordance with FAR Part 13: Simplified Acquisition Procedures. It is the responsibility of all interested offerors to monitor the solicitation for any possible amendments and changes. This RFQ incorporates all provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 05-09 April 19, 2006. This solicitation is for all businesses, and the applicable NAICS code is 541990, All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services. Statement of Work: CLEAN/REPAIR/REFURBISH BONES: Services will include but not be limited to: CLEANING Examine every bone Clean Abrasives are not used because of possible damage to bone. REPAIR Skull A thorough examination of each part of the skull is made for cracks, breaks, strains, fragments, i.e., and the unusual problems. An attempt to close/reinforce/rebuild/correct such findings through the use of a self-curing material mixed with a low exothermic reactive agent is used. Other materials used to reinforce are glues/bonding agents, springs, etc., which add additional bonding to the bone area needing reinforcement. Calvarium is to be glued/ reguled for adhesion to skull. Teeth are reinforced with bonding agents/glue agents to retain teeth in mandible/maxilla. Upper Extremities and Lower Extremities A thorough examination of each bone/extremity is examined for cracks, breaks, strains, fragments, i.e., and unusual problems. Materials used to reinforce are glues/bonding agents, wires, rods, springs, etc., which add additional bonding/support to bones and areas needing reinforcement. Rib Cage/Cartilage Repairs to the ribcage/cartilage can be extensive. Bone areas are built up with the self-curing material, hung and left to harden overnight. After an overnight drying/hanging process, the ribs/bones covered with the new materials are sanded and prepared for the next step which is painting/labeling. Hands and Feet A thorough examination is made of hands and feet; they are disassembled and reinforced with the self-curing material. Bones of the feet/hands are drilled/restrung/rewired as necessary and, where available, replacement bone will be used. REFURBISH BONES- PAINT/LABEL After the skeletal bones are cleaned and repaired, where necessary, on the articulated hanging skeletons, labeling/painting will occur. Acrylic paints are used in the painting process with a clear transparent overlay to protect the labeling. REFURBISH CASES Clean with vacuum method; wipe clean with mild disinfectant cleaning agent both exterior and interior. Lining to be reguled where separation is occurring. Replacement of hardware, determined on case by case basis. Due to age and condition of cases, replacement hardware may not be available; however, if available, an attempt will be made to purchase and replace. REPLACEMENT ITEMS Replacement items considered normal wear and tear will be approved by COR before proceeding with replacement purchase. These purchases will be billed at cost plus a 10% markup Not To Exceed $1,000.00 over the life of the contract. SAFETY INFORMATION Because of the hazard of inhaling chemical agents used in all of the restoration processes, as noted above, masks (oxygen breathing equipment) will be used when necessary to minimize the inhalant hazard. Work area must have adequate ventilation. TRANSPORTATION Contractor will coordinate all pick ups and deliveries with COR. Contractor will be responsible for all costs incurred for pick up and deliveries made under this contract. Submission of Quotes: All interested offerors shall submit their quotes for the base year plus four option years. CLIN 0001: Clean / Repair / Refurbish Bones BaseYear - 6/1/2006-1/31/2007 Base Year Total @ $_____ 0001AA: Whole Skeleton and Bone Box (blue) 50 @ $_____ 0001AB: Half Skeleton and Bone Box (black) 4 @ $_____ 0001AC: Skull and Box (6 skulls per box) 6 @ $_____ 0001AD: Articulated Skeleton 6 @ $_____ 0001AE: Replacement Items $1,000 (10% Mark-up of purchase price NTE $1,000) 0001AF: Transportation 2 Round trip @ $_____ CLIN 0002: Clean / Repair / Refurbish Bones Option 1 - 2/1/2007-1/31/2008 Option 1 Total@ $_____ 0002AA: Whole Skeleton and Bone Box (blue) 50 @ $_____ 0002AB: Half Skeleton and Bone Box (black) 4 @ $_____ 0002AC: Skull and Box (6 skulls per box) 6 @ $_____ 0002AD: Articulated Skeleton 6 @ $_____ 0002AE: Replacement Items $1,000 (10% Mark-up of purchase price, NTE $1,000) 0002AF: Transportation 2 Round trip@ $_____ CLIN 0003: Clean / Repair / Refurbish Bones Option 2 - 2/1/2008-1/31/2009 Option 2 Total@ $_____ 0003AA: Whole Skeleton and Bone Box (blue) 50 @ $_____ 0003AB: Half Skeleton and Bone Box (black) 4 @ $_____ 0003AC: Skull and Box (6 skulls per box) 6 @ $_____ 0003AD: Articulated Skeleton 6 @ $_____ 0003AE: Replacement Items $1,000 (10% Mark-up of purchase price NTE $1,000) 0003AF: Transportation 2 Round trip@ $_____ CLIN 0004: Clean / Repair / Refurbish Bones Option 3 - 2/1/2009-1/31/2010 Option 3Total@ $_____ 0004AA: Whole Skeleton and Bone Box (blue) 50 @ $_____ 0004AB: Half Skeleton and Bone Box (black) 4 @ $_____ 0004AC: Skull Box (6 skulls per box) 6 @ $_____ 0004AD: Articulated Skeleton 6 @ $_____ 0004AE: Replacement Items $1,000 (10% Mark-up of purchase price NTE $1,000) 0004AF: Transportation 2 Round trip@ $_____ CLIN 0005: Clean / Repair / Refurbish Bones Option 4-2/1/2010 - 1/31/2011 Option 4 Total@ $_____ 0005AA: Whole Skeleton and Bone Box (blue) 50 @ $_____ 0005AB: Half Skeleton and Bone Box (black) 4 @ $_____ 0005AC: Skull and Box (6 skulls per box) 6 @ $_____ 0005AD: Articulated Skeleton 6 @ $_____ 0005AE: Replacement Items $1,000 (10% Mark-up of purchase price NTE $1,000) 0005AF: Transportation 2 Round trip@ $_____ Evaluation Factors: 1. Technical Capability ? Please note your experience, years in the business and any other applicable job experiences. 2. Past Performance - Vendors will be required to provide at least three contact information for references. 3. Price All questions regarding the solicitation shall be e-mailed to mlegault@usuhs.mil by May 12, 2006. Quotes will be accepted via Post mail, In Person, Emailed to mlegault@usuhs.mil , or Faxed to 301-295-1716 Attn: Margaret Legault; however all quotes must be in the government?s possession by 4:00PM EST May 24, 2006. Your quote must address all of the evaluation factors listed above and shall include your Representations and Certifications as found in FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items. Applicable Provisions and Clauses The following provisions and clauses are incorporated by reference only: Provision 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items; provision 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Items; clause 52.212-3, Offerors Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items; clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items; and clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items; clause 52.217-8; Option to Extend the Services; and clause 52.217-9; Option to Extend the Term of the Contract. Full text version of these clauses, including the Representations and Certifications, may be found at the following website addresses: http://acquisition.gov/comp/far/index.html http://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/dars/dfars/index.htm
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