SOLICITATION NOTICE
A -- One (1) MTS Model 809.25 Axial/Torsion Material Test System.
- Notice Date
- 4/18/2007
- Notice Type
- Solicitation Notice
- Contracting Office
- N00167 9500 MacArthur Blvd West Bethesda, MD
- ZIP Code
- 00000
- Solicitation Number
- N0016707Q5086
- Response Due
- 5/1/2007
- Archive Date
- 5/31/2007
- Description
- The set-aside for small business concerns has been dissolved. The proposed contract action is being solicited on a sole-source basis to MTS Systems Corporation. The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source pursuant to FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(ii). This acquisition is for an MTS Axial/Torsional System which is a Load Test Frame, for axial and torsion fatigue testing, with a Hydraulic Power Unit. This machine is designed to place composite materials under various ranges of loading over different planes, allowing for the studying of the effects of different loads on different design materials which will lead to improved hull and other structural designs. The MTS Axial Torsional Testing System is the only machine compatible directly with Code 65?s already-established system of hydraulic grips. Additionally, the compatibility and interconnectivity of the existing control electronics used by existing, similar MTS machines allow for efficient use and servicing across the entire Carderock facility and allows for quick troubleshooting and repair resulting in minimal down-time and notable cost savings. Award to any other source would result in substantial duplication of cost to the Government that is not expected to be recovered through competition, and unacceptable delays in fulfilling the agency's requirements. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-16 as well as DCN 20070327. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 334519 with an applicable size standard of 500 employees. This requirement is as follows: CLIN 0001 ? One (1) MTS Model 809.25 Axial/Torsion Material Test System. The following provisions and clauses apply: 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items (FEB 2007) 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders--Commercial Items (MAR 2007). Incorporating clauses: 52.233-3 Protest After Award (AUG 1996) (31 U.S.C. 3553). 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2004) (Pub. L. 108-77, 108-78) 52.203-6 Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (SEP 2006), with Alternate I (OCT 1995) (41 U.S.C. 253g and 10 U.S.C. 2402). 52.222-3 Convict Labor (JUNE 2003) (E.O. 11755). 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (FEB 1999). 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (MAR 2007) (E.O. 11246). 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans (SEP 2006) (38 U.S.C. 4212). 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities (JUN 1998) (29 U.S.C. 793). 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans (SEP 2006) (38 U.S.C. 4212). 52.222-39 Notification of Employee Rights Concerning Payment of Union Dues or Fees (DEC 2004) (E.O. 13201). 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (FEB 2006) (E.o.s, proclamations, and statutes administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control of the Department of the Treasury). 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer--Central Contractor Registration (OCT 2003) (31 U.S.C. 3332). 252.212-7001 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items (MAR 2007). Incorporating clauses: 52.203-3 Gratuities (APR 1984) (10 U.S.C. 2207) 252.225-7012, Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities (JAN 2007) (10 U.S.C. 2533a). 252.225-7014, Preference for Domestic Specialty Metals (JUN 2005) (10 U.S.C. 2533a). 252.225-7016, Restriction on Acquisition of Ball and Roller Bearings (MAR 2006) (Section 8065 of Pub. L. 107-117 and the same restriction in subsequent DoD appropriations acts). 252.227-7015, Technical Data--Commercial Items (NOV 1995) (10 U.S.C. 2320). 252.227-7037, Validation of Restrictive Markings on Technical Data (SEP 1999) (10 U.S.C. 2321). 252.232-7003, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests (MAY 2006) (10 U.S.C. 2227) 252.243-7002, Requests for Equitable Adjustment (MAR 1998) (10 U.S.C. 2410). CAR-G11, Invoice Instructions (OCT 2006)(NSWCCD) (see attachment for full text) NOTE: The following provisions with a ?FILL IN? MUST BE COMPLETELY FILLED OUT and submitted with the offer: 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors--Commercial Items (SEP 2006) (FILL IN) 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items (NOV 2006)--Alternate I (APR 2002) (FILL IN) Selection for award will be made using the lowest price technically acceptable source selection process in accordance with FAR Part 15.101-2. The proposals will be evaluated based on the Technical Competence/Understanding of the work contained in the attached SOW, inclusive of resumes of proposed Key Personnel. Quotes that are non-compliant with any material requirement of this solicitation may be rejected without further consideration for award. All responsible sources may submit a quote that will be considered by the Agency. A Firm-Fixed Price purchase order will be awarded using Simplified Acquisition Procedures. All parties responding to the Request for Quotation may submit their quote in accordance with their standard commercial practices (e.g.; company letterhead, quote form, etc.). As a minimum, offers must show: (1) The solicitation number. (2) The time specified in the solicitation for receipt of offers. (3) The name, address, and telephone number of the offeror. (4) A technical description of the items being offered in sufficient detail to evaluate compliance with the requirements in the solicitation. This may include product literature, or other documents, if necessary. (5) Terms of any express warranty. (6) Price and any discount/payment terms. (7) A completed copy of all "FILL-IN" provisions as required herein. (8) Acknowledgment of Solicitation Amendments. (9) Valid Commercial and Government Entity number (CAGE). (10) Valid Data Universal Numbering System number (DUNS). Offers that fail to furnish required representations or information, or reject the terms and conditions of the solicitation may be excluded from consideration. All responses must be received by Tuesday, May 1st at 5:00pm local time and shall reference the Request for Quote (RFQ) number N00167-07-Q-5086. If a change occurs in this requirement, only those offerors that respond to this announcement within the required time frame will be provided any changes/amendments and considered for future discussions and/or award. Questions/responses relative to this solicitation may be addressed to the contract specialist, Heather Valiga, VIA FAX at 301-227-1847; or VIA EMAIL at heather.valiga@navy.mil. (SEE NOTE #22).
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