SOLICITATION NOTICE
81 -- Waste Oil Tanks
- Notice Date
- 6/17/2009
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Contracting Office
- Department of the Army, Army Contracting Agency, North Region, MICC Fort Lewis, Bldg 2015 Box 339500, Fort Lewis, WA 98433
- ZIP Code
- 98433
- Solicitation Number
- W800D8-09-Q-00007
- Response Due
- 7/1/2009
- Archive Date
- 12/28/2009
- Point of Contact
- Name: Client Services, Title: Sourcing Agent, Phone: 1.877.9FEDBID, Fax: 703.442.7822
- E-Mail Address
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clientservices@fedbid.com;
- Small Business Set-Aside
- Total Small Business
- Description
- This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, in conjunction with FAR 13.5, as applicable, and as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; bids are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation number is W800D8-09-Q-00007 and is issued as an invitation for bids (IFB), unless otherwise indicated herein. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2005-31. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 322211 with a small business size standard of 500.00 employees. This requirement is a [ Small Business ] set-aside and only qualified offerors may submit bids. The solicitation pricing on www.FedBid.com will start on the date this solicitation is posted and will end on 2009-07-01 17:00:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com. FOB Destination shall be Fort Lewis, WA 98433 The USA ACA Fort Lewis requires the following items, Meet or Exceed, to the following: LI 001, Waste Oil Tanks: Tanks must conform to the following: UL-142 listed Double walled horizontal above ground steel tank, no taller than 48. Tank must be a Rectangular Cube. Skid Mounted for easy Movement using a Forklift, 500 Gallon Minimum- 750 Gallon Maximum, Capacity; Polyurethane Exterior Paint Finish, Color: Tan or White; Equipped with: Primary working vent device; Primary tank emergency vent device; Secondary working vent device; Secondary tank emergency vent device; UL-listed 1 air operated double diaphragm pump (Preferably Graco Husky 1040 or equivalent), pump is to be mounted on top of tank. (Pump to be plumbed into the tank with flexible hose of appropriate size); 8 x 1 product suction hose, with quick disconnect 1 Dixon or 1 Parker brand 1-female end on end of hose, and two 1 male ends to be mounted by customer; Air filter/ regulator with pressure gauge that will hook into a 3/8 air hose; Automatic high level shut off device for overfill protection; Tank gauge (preferably a Scully type gauge); Secondary Tank Gauge (Krueger At-a-Glance leak detection gauge); Manual air inlet shut off with 25 of 3/8 air hose; 2 drop tube with male Kamlock & dust cover for product withdrawal; Kamlock turns 90 degrees (Elbow type); 16. Appropriate Product Decals, Warning, Regulatory Signs; Waste Oil Tank with all accessories (Pump, Vents, Gauges, Suction tube, etc. listed above) must be fully assembled and ready to use upon delivery to Fort Lewis., 7, EA; For this solicitation, USA ACA Fort Lewis intends to conduct an online competitive reverse auction to be facilitated by the third-party reverse auction provider, FedBid, Inc. FedBid has developed an online, anonymous, browser based application to conduct the reverse auction. An Offeror may submit a series of pricing bids, which descend in price during the specified period of time for the aforementioned reverse auction. USA ACA Fort Lewis is taking this action in an effort to improve both vendor access and awareness of requests and the agency's ability to gather multiple, competed, real-time bids. All responsible Offerors that respond to this solicitation MUST submit the pricing portion of their bid using the online exchange located at www.FedBid.com. There is no cost to register, review procurement data or make a bid on www.FedBid.com. Offerors that are not currently registered to use www.FedBid.com should proceed to www.FedBid.com to complete their free registration. Offerors that require special considerations or assistance may contact the FedBid Helpdesk at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or via email at clientservices@fedbid.com. Offerors may not artificially manipulate the price of a transaction on www.FedBid.com by any means. It is unacceptable to place bad faith bids, to use decoys in the www.FedBid.com process or to collude with the intent or effect of hampering the competitive www.FedBid.com process. Should offerors require additional clarification, notify the point of contact or FedBid at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or clientservices@fedbid.com. Use of FedBid: Buyers and Sellers agree to conduct this transaction through FedBid in compliance with the FedBid Terms of Use. Failure to comply with the below terms and conditions may result in offer being determined as non-responsive. Contact ClientServices@FedBid.com or call 1-877-9FEDBID to address any questions. The Contracting Officer (KO) at Fort Lewis is the only person authorized to approve changes or modify any of the requirements under this contract, and notwithstanding anything contained elsewhere in this contract, the said authority remains solely with the KO. In the event the Contractor or contract employee effects any such change at the direction of any person other than the KO, the change will be considered to have been without authority, and no adjustment will be made in the contract price under the Changes clause or any other clause to cover any increase in costs incurred as a result thereof. If an interested party have complaints about this procurement, it is preferable that you first attempt to resolve those concerns with the responsible contracting officer. However, you can also officially protest to the contracting officer. Contract award or performance is suspended during the protest. To be timely, protests must be filed within the periods specified in FAR 33.10. If an interested party has complaints or want to file a protest it must be sent to the address below: Mission and Installation Contracting CommandEnterprise and Installation OperationsChief, Supply BranchBOX 339500, MS 19FORT LEWIS, WA 98433-9500Facsimile number 253-967-3844 If you have complaints about this procurement, it is preferable that you first attempt to resolve those concerns with the responsible contracting officer. However, you can also protest to Headquarters, AMC. The HQ, AMC-Level Protest Program is intended to encourage interested parties to seek resolution of their concerns within AMC as an Alternative Dispute Resolution forum, rather than filing a protest with the Government Accountability Office or other external forum. Contract award or performance is suspended during the protest to the same extent, and within the same time periods, as if filed at the GAO. The AMC protest decision goal is to resolve protests within 20 working days from filing. To be timely, protests must be filed within the periods specified in FAR 33.10. If you want to file a protest under the AMC-Level Protest Program, the protest must request resolution under that program and be sent to the address below. All other agency-level protests should be sent to the contracting officer for resolution. HQ Army Material CommandOffice of Command Counsel9301 Chapek Rd, Room 2-1SE3401Ft. Belvoir, VA 22060-5527Facsimile number (703) 806-8866 or 8875 Packages sent by FedEx or UPS should be addressed to:HQ Army Material CommandOffice of Command CounselRoom 2-1SE34011412 Jackson LoopFt. Belvoir, VA 22060-5527 The AMC-Level Protest procedures are found at: http://www.amc.army.mil/pa/COMMANDCOUNSEL.asp. If internet access is not available, contact the contracting officer or HQ, AMC to obtain the AMC-Level Protest Procedures. Quote MUST be good for 30 days after Reverse Auction closing date. Questions concerning this quote must be submitted at least 5 days prior to the established closing date to reasonably expect a response from the Government. Those questions not received within the proscribed date will not be considered. The contractor shall not hire any individual to perform work on Fort Lewis or any other Government installation under this contract unless such individual is a citizen of the United States or is lawfully admitted into the United States and authorized to work in the United States. The contractor shall comply with 8 USC 1324a, 8 CFR Part 274a, and any other laws and regulations pertaining to the employment of aliens. The contractor shall, upon request by the Contracting Officer, present documentary evidence acceptable to the Contracting Officer that the employee(s) named or identified in the request is a citizen of the United States or is lawfully admitted into the United States and authorized to work in the United States. Such documentation shall be presented to the Contracting Officer within three (3) working days after the contractor's receipt of the request for documentation. If acceptable documentary evidence is not provided within the required time, the contractor shall not allow the affected employee(s) to perform work on Fort Lewis or any other Government installation under this contract until after such acceptable documentary evidence is presented to the Contracting Officer. Removal of any employee(s) from performance of work pursuant to this provision shall not relieve the contractor of the responsibility to perform all work under this contract in a timely manner. The selected Offeror must comply with the following commercial item terms and conditions. FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial, applies to this acquisition. The selected Offeror must submit a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items. FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The following FAR clauses in paragraph (b) of FAR clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, will apply: 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-35, 52.222-36, 52.222-37, 52.225-13, 52.232-34. The full text of a FAR clause may be accessed electronically at http://www.acqnet.gov/far. This is a Request for Bids under Federal Acquisition Regulation 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The following provisions and clauses may apply: 52.225-1 Buy American ActSupplies in solicitations and contracts with a value exceeding the micro-purchase threshold but not exceeding $25,000; and in solicitations and contracts with a value exceeding $25,000 when 52.225-3 or 52.225-5 is not used. 52.225-2Buy American Act Certificate, in solicitations containing the clause 52.225-1. 52.225-3 Buy American ActFree Trade AgreementsIsraeli Trade Act, in solicitations and contracts for supplies, involving the $25,000 or more, but is less than $194,000. Alternate I If the acquisition value is $25,000 or more but is less than $50,000, use the clause with its Alternate I. Alternate IIIf the acquisition value is $50,000 or more but is less than $67,826; use the clause with its Alternate II. 52.225-3 Buy American ActFree Trade AgreementsIsraeli Trade Act CertificateIn solicitations containing the clause at 52.225-3 or Alternate me If the acquisition value is $25,000 or more but is less than $50,000.Alternate II If the acquisition value is $50,000 or more but is less than $67,826 use the provision with its Alternate II. NOTE: THE ABOVE PROVISIONS AND CLAUSES ARE NOT ALL INCLUSIVE. ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS AND OR CLAUSES WILL BE INCORPARTED AS REQUIRED BY REGULATIONS. This is a Request for Bids under Federal Acquisition Regulation 12, COMMERCIAL ITEMS BRANCH Procedures and Simplified Acquisition Procedures under FAR 13.5. The following clauses apply: Provision/ClauseCriteria FAR 52.213-2 Is incorporated by reference and applies to purchase orders authorized for InvoicesAdvance Payment.FAR 52.213-3Is incorporated by reference and applies to all firm fixed price purchase orders.Notice to SupplierFAR 52.212-1Is incorporated by reference and applies to commercial purchase ordersProvision Incorporated by ReferenceFAR 52.212-2Is incorporated by reference and applies to commercial purchase ordersClause Incorporated by ReferenceFAR 52.212-3Is incorporated by reference and applies to commercial purchase ordersOffer Reps and CertsFAR 52.212-4Is incorporated by full text and applies to purchase orders where noted.Contract Terms and ConditionsFAR 52.212-5Is incorporated by full text and applies to purchase orders where noted.Contract Terms and ConditionsTo Implement Federal LawDFAR 252.212-7001Is incorporated by full text and applies to purchase orders where noted.Contract Terms and ConditionsTo Implement Federal Law FAR 52.252-2 This award incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the Clauses Incorporated same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this address http://farsite.hill.af.mil/vffara.htm Wherever the words "offer", "proposal", "offerors", or similar terms are used in this solicitation, they shall be read to mean "quote", "quotation", "quoter", vendor or similar corresponding term to reflect that this solicitation is a Request for Quotations, not a Request for Proposals or an Invitation for Bids. Quotes must be submitted per unit price. Multiple awards will not be made; therefore, quotes that cover less than all the items and quantities in this solicitation will be rejected as non-responsive. New equipment/parts only. No remanufactured products. Quotes will be evaluated based on price and technical acceptability. Quoter certifies that the product quoted meets or exceeds all minimum requirements as stated in the Request for Quote. Quotes shall submit quotes that meet the requirements of FAR Part 23 and FDARS Part 223, Environmental, Energy and Water Efficiency, Renewable Energy Technologies, Occupational Safety, and Drug-Free Workplace. The contract price includes all applicable Federal, state, and local taxes and duties. FOB Destination CONUS (Continental U.S.). In accordance with FAR 13.106-2 shipping will be evaluated inclusive with quoted price. Quoter will stipulate when separate shipping charges are required by other Federal or DOD contracts. Procedures for commercial vehicle access to military installations are varied. To enter the installation, the Contractor should thoroughly comply with the access procedures of a respective installation. The Contractor shall ensure that its drivers, including drivers of subcontractors at any tier, comply with the access procedures enforced by each military installation. The Contractor shall completely coordinate with the military installations and the delivery point of contacts. The contractor shall stamp or mark the supplies delivered or otherwise furnish notice with the supplies of the existence of a warranty. Markings shall include (i) a brief statement that a warranty exists, (ii) the substance of the warranty, (iii) its duration, and (iv) who to notify if the supplies are found to be defective. Procedures for commercial vehicle access to Fort Lewis are subject to change without prior notice. Current access information may be obtained by calling (253) 967-1733. As of 15 January 2002, the following requirements apply. Commercial vehicle access to Fort Lewis will be allowed only at the Logistics Center Gate (Exit 123 from I-5) on Monday through Friday. This gate will be open for inbound commercial vehicle access and inspection between 0530 hours and 2000 hours. The Logistics Center Gate is closed on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays). On Saturdays and Sundays, commercial vehicles must use the DuPont Gate (Exit 119 from I-5). DuPont Gate hours are 0530 hours until 2000 hours. All commercial vehicles will be searched. The Contractor should anticipate delays in getting commercial vehicles on post. The Contractor must also allow additional time for commercial vehicles to reach their destination by driving through Fort Lewis. (1) If the commercial vehicle is carrying a load of cement concrete or hot asphalt concrete for delivery, the driver shall notify the gate guard as soon as possible and request that the vehicle be given priority for being searched; however, the Government does not guarantee that the vehicle will be given priority. (2) Large vehicles (needing greater than 12'-5" clearance) will require a time stamped "searched" label to gain access to North Fort Lewis. "Searched" labels will be issued at the Logistics Center Gate or the DuPont Gate, as appropriate. Drivers needing access to North Fort Lewis must inform the gate guard that their vehicle is over 12'-5" in height and that they will require access to North Fort Lewis. The driver will receive a briefing on proper procedures and a "searched" label. The Contractor shall ensure that its drivers, including drivers of subcontractors at any tier, comply with the procedures as explained to them for access to North Fort Lewis. (3) Commercial vehicles less than 12'-5" in height shall access North Fort Lewis ONLY via the Pendleton Avenue under-crossing once they are cleared through the Logistics Center Gate or the DuPont Gate, as appropriate. THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS PROVIDED TO ASSIST YOU, AND WILL HELP TO EXPEDITE PAPERWORK AND PAYMENT. a. Only one delivery will be accepted against each line item. Backorders will NOT be accepted on individual line items. b. Deliver on or before date specified. Deliveries will be accepted Monday through Friday (except Holidays) from 7:30 A.M. to 2:30 P.M. to Block 15 of the Purchase Order. Notify the individual in Block 16 of any delay encountered (due to strikes, factory backorders, etc.) and give revised delivery date if possible. c. Mark outside of all cartons. Put packing list inside cartons. Show the order number assigned, the PR number shown at the end of each item, and the quantity shipped. All items will be identified by the part number by attached tag and/or stamped identification. d. On direct shipments, have the supplier or manufacturer cite our order number on packages. This eliminates delay caused by trying to determine the firm awarded the original order. Unless otherwise specified in this contract, the contractor shall obtain any necessary licenses and permits, give all notices, and comply with any applicable Federal, State, County, and municipal laws, codes, and regulations in connection with this award. This shipment will be made on Government Bill Of Lading. Request for GBL is forwarded with this order. Fill out and return to the Materiel Movements Officer, Fort Lewis, WA. Shipment will be made by carrier designated by that office. Do not ship prepaid or collect. If shipment will be made sooner than 21 days prior to date in block 10, vendor must contact buyer shown in block 6. NOTE: DD Form 1659 (Application for U.S. Government Shipping Documentation) is included with this order. It is the responsibility of the contractor to complete and return this form to the Materiel Movement Officer (Block no. 1 of the DD Form 1659) or FAX it to: (253) 967-6736. This should be done as soon as the vendor receives this order, or has established a firm ship date. Particular attention must be given to Block No. 21 of the application in order for the Materiel Movement Officer to expedite shipment. QUESTIONS: Questions regarding the GBL should be directed to: Materiel Movements Branch ATTN: AFZH-JTM-M Bldg 9630, Box 339500, MS-53 Fort Lewis, WA 98433-9500 Telephone No: (253) 967-6445 or 4810 FAX No: (253) 967-6736 The contractor shall not make news releases or otherwise provide information relative to the performance of this contract or information relative to any incident occurring on Fort Lewis without prior approval of the Contracting Officer. Contractor shall be aware that the following DFAR Provisions and Clauses apply to this Procurement. 252.211-7003 ALT 1 Item Identification And Valuation (Aug 2008) 252.232-7003 Electronic Submission Of Payment Requests And Receiving Reports (Mar 2008) 252.246-7000 Material Inspection And Receiving Report 252.204-7004 Alt A Central Contrator Registration (Nov 2001) 252.212-7000 Offeror Representations an Certifications (Nov 1995) 252.212-7001 Contract terms and conditionsrequired to implement statutes or Exective Orders applicable to Defense acquisitions of commerical items. (Nov 2001)
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- Address: Fort Lewis, WA 98433<br />
- Zip Code: 98433<br />
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