SOLICITATION NOTICE
66 -- Automactic Cleveland Open Cup Flash Point Tester and Automatic Pensky-Martens Closed Cup Flash Point Tester or Equivalent
- Notice Date
- 1/15/2013
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Contracting Office
- ACC-RSA-CCAD - (SPS), ATTN: SIOCC-RS-AQ, 308 Crecy Street, Corpus Christi, TX 78419-6170
- ZIP Code
- 78419-6170
- Solicitation Number
- W912NW-FLASH-POINT-TESTER
- Response Due
- 1/24/2013
- Archive Date
- 3/16/2013
- Point of Contact
- Rendell Long, 361-961-6489
- E-Mail Address
-
ACC-RSA-CCAD - (SPS)
(rendell.l.long.civ@mail.mil)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- Total Small Business
- Description
- This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for the acquisition of commercial supplies prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, using Simplified Acquisition Procedures under the test program for commercial items found at FAR 13.5, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a written solicitation will not be issued. PAPER COPIES OF THIS SOLICITATION WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE. This combined synopsis/solicitation SHALL be posted on FEDBIZOPPS at https://www.fbo.gov. All prospective vendors are responsible for monitoring this site for the release of amendments (if any) or other information pertaining to this solicitation. The solicitation number is W912NW-Flash-Point-Tester. This solicitation is being issued as a Request for Quotations (RFQs), for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract and incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through DFARS Change Notice 20080513. It is the responsibility of the contractor to be familiar with the applicable clauses and provisions. The clauses may be accessed in full text at these addresses: www.arnet.gov/far. The NAICS code is 339999 and the Small Business Standard is 500 Employees. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. The Corpus Christi Army Depot Contracting Office at Corpus Christi, Texas is requests responses from qualified sources capable of providing: ITEM 0001, one (1) each, Pensky Martens Closed Cup Flash Point Tester Salient characteristic for the Pensky Martens Closed Cup Flash Point Tester The system shall have but not be limited to the following minimal specifications: - Automatic lighting and monitoring of test flame - Electric ignition - Measuring range from ambient to 370 degree centigrade - Multiple heating rates that includes a fast pre-heat mode - Built-in cooling system - ASTM D93 compliant - Automatic calibration and diagnostic routines - Ability to test samples containing water. - Ability to detect and correct barometric pressure according to ASTM and ISO methods - Multiple safety features - Over-heating detection with automatic shut-off system - Ability to detect fire automatically - Ability to transmit results to external computer, network or LIMS. - Compatible with other Windows-based applications - Complete installation and verification by a factory trained service engineer - On-site training by a factory trained service engineer ITEM 0002, one (1) Automated Cleveland Open Cup Flash Point Tester Salient characteristic for the Automated Cleveland Open Cup Flash Point Tester The system shall have but not be limited to the following minimal specifications - Conforming Standards: ISO 2592, ASTM D92, IP 36, etc. - Measuring Standards: Ambient to 400 oC - Test Mode: ASTM D92 Flash + Fire, Special (Fast Search), - User's Custom Display: Fluorescent display tube (VFD Module) - Temperature Sensor: PT-100 in stainless steel sheath - Flash Detector: Ionization Ring - Heater: Nichrome Coil heater: 800W@100V or 800W@220V - Ignition Source: Gas ignition with automatic lighting - Skimming Mechanism (Asphalt Version Only): Paddle rotates to skim the surface of the specimen. Skimming start temp and interval are programmable. When not in use, the paddle can be removed. - Cooling Device: Forced air cooling by sirocco fan - Barometric Correction: By entering the barometric pressure reading through the control panel, or by an optional barometric pressure sensor - Data Output: RS-232C 1 channel (for PC or Optional Printer) - Safety Mechanism: Fire containment lid which activates automatically to help extinguish the fire when the ACO-7 detects a fire point - Automatically shuts off and the problem is reported by buzzer and display, in case: EF P+30oC or at 400oC is reached Temperature sensor is found defective Flash detector is found defective Therm of use is blown (Also fire containment lid activates) Built-in battery is found drained Arm is not set in place Control computer crashes (no display) -Dimensions & Weight: Control unit: 230W x 455D x 110H (mm), 6.0kg Test unit: 230W x 450D x 275H (mm), 14.0kg Test unit: 230W x 450D x 345H (mm), 14.5kg (Asphalt Version) - Installation Site: Ambient temperature: 0 to 40oC RH: Less than 90%(no condensation) - Utility: AC100/120V or 220/240V 50/60Hz (set at the factory) 1.0kW(max.) GAS SUPPLY LP gas or natural gas (Max. pressure less than 9.8kPa) ITEM 0003, one (1) lot Shipping Costs Quote is to be F.O.B. Delivery is required NLT 30 days ARO. Destination: Corpus Christi Army Depot, Directorate of Production Engineering, Corpus Christi, TX 78419 Responsibility and Inspection: All material will be inspected and accepted at destination. The following FAR provision and clauses are applicable to this procurement: 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items; FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation Commercial Items, the following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: (1) Technically acceptable, (2) Price. Award will be made to the low cost, technically acceptable responsible offeror; 52.212-3 and its ALT I, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items; 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items; and 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items; FAR 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government with Alternate 1; Far 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside, Far 52.222-3, Convict Labor, FAR 52.222-19, Child labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies, FAR 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities, FAR 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (E.O. 11246), FAR 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer Central Contractor Registration, FAR 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era and Other Eligible Veterans, FAR 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities, FAR 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Disabled Veterans, Veterans. Veterans of the Vietnam, Era and other Eligible Veterans, FAR 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons and FAR 52.247-64, Preference for Privately Owned U.S. Flag Commercial Vessels. Participants shall include a completed copy of 52.212-3 and ALT I with quotes. Failure to submit a completed copy of 52.212-3 and its ALT I will result in the offeror being INELIGIBLE FOR AWARD. All clauses shall be incorporated by reference in the order. Additional contract terms and conditions applicable to this procurement are: 252.212-7000, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items and 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items including; FAR 52.203-3, Gratuities, 252.225-7001, Buy American Act and Balance of Payments Program, DFARS 252.225-7012, Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities, DFARS 252.232-7003, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests, DFARS 252.247-7023, Transportation of Supplies by Sea, DFARS 252.247-7024, Notification of Transportation of Supplies by Sea; Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items; Trade Agreements, DFARS 252.243-7002; Requests for Equitable Adjustment; DFARS 252.204-7004 Alt A, Required Central Contractor Registration; DFARS 252.209-7001, Disclosure of Ownership or Control by the Government of a Terrorist Country; DFARS 252.209-7004, Subcontracting with Firms that are Owned or Controlled by the Government of a Terrorist Country; DFARS 252.225-7020, Trade Agreements Certificates; DFARS 252.225-7031, Secondary Arab Boycott of Israel; DFARS 252.247-7022, Representation of Extent of Transportation by Sea; FAR 52.211-2, Availability of Specifications, Standards, and Data Item Descriptions Listed in the Acquisition Streamlining and Standardization Information System (ASSIST); DFARS 252.211-7003 Item Identification and Valuation. All prospective vendors interested in submitting a proposal for this solicitation shall include your name, address, telephone number and point of contact, fax number, e-mail address, GSA contract number if applicable, and Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code. This announcement will close at 12:00 pm (noon) MST on 24 January 2013. Offerors may submit their quote via email to: rendell.l.long.civ@mail.mil. Quotes over 5 pages in total number will not be accepted by facsimile. Each response must clearly indicate the capability of the vendor to meet all specifications and requirements. All responsible sources may submit a quote which shall be considered by the agency. All questions/inquiries concerning this RFQ document must be submitted in writing via email to rendell.l.long.civ@mail.mil Contracting Office Address: Corpus Christi Army Depot, 308 Crecy Street BLDG 129, Corpus Christi, TX 78419 Point of Contact(s): Rendell Long, Contract Specialist: 361-961-6489 Contracting Office Address: CCAD- Corpus Christi Army Depot, 308 Crecy Street BLDG 129, Corpus Christi, TX 78419 Place of Performance: CCAD- Corpus Christi Army Depot, 308 Crecy Street BLDG 129, Corpus Christi, TX 78419 US Point of Contact(s): CW3 Rendell Long, 361-961-6489
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- Place of Performance
- Address: ACC-RSA-CCAD - (SPS) ATTN: SIOCC-RS-AQ, 308 Crecy Street Corpus Christi TX
- Zip Code: 78419-6170
- Zip Code: 78419-6170
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