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FBO DAILY - FEDBIZOPPS ISSUE OF FEBRUARY 13, 2013 FBO #4099
SOLICITATION NOTICE

72 -- Range CT 30 quote mark , Refrigerator, 18 cu ft, Dishwasher

Notice Date

2/11/2013
 

Notice Type

Presolicitation
 

NAICS

423620 — Household Appliances, Electric Housewares, and Consumer Electronics Merchant Wholesalers
 

Contracting Office

TCC-Kaiserslautern (PARC Europe, 409th CSB), KO DIRECTORATE OF CONTRACTING, UNIT 23156, APO, AE 09227
 

ZIP Code

09227
 

Solicitation Number

W564KV-13-R-0019
 

Response Due

2/21/2013
 

Archive Date

4/12/2013
 

Point of Contact

Nickole Jackson, 00496314115525
 

E-Mail Address

TCC-Kaiserslautern (PARC Europe, 409th CSB)
(nickole.m.jackson.civ@mail.mil)
 

Small Business Set-Aside

N/A
 

Description

This is a Pre-Solicitation Notice. The purpose of this notice is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources. The NAICS 423620 (Household Appliance, Electric House wares, and Consumer Electronics Merchant) applies to this Pre-solicitation notice and any subsequent contract vehicle. Responses to this notice shall not constitute a response to a solicitation, which is not currently available. As stipulated in FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not considered offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. The decision to solicit for a contract shall be solely the Government's discretion. This sources sought notice is not to be constructed as a commitment by the Government, nor will the Government pay for the information submitted in response. Respondents will not be notified of the results of any government assessments. The information received will be utilized to assist in formulating the strategy for competitive requirements. This Notice is Unclassified The US Army 409th Theater Contracting Center, Kaiserslautern Germany intends to issue a solicitation for a Firm-Fixed Price IDIQ contract for US Washers and Dryers with a minimum Quantity of 300 with a maximum quantity of 5000. (100 to 5000 for Dishwashers) To maximize potential opportunity, the Government is seeking input from the business community regarding their interest and capability in performing some or all of the tasks of this planned requirement. The Government requests demonstration of capability by all interested parties through the following means: 1.A brief capability statement. 2.A short concept of operation execution. Interested sources shall state whether they are capable to satisfy the below criteria no later than 10 days from the date of this notice. Responses may be sent by email to the contract specialist, Nickole Jackson, at Nickole.m.jackson.civ@mail.mil. SPECIFICATIONS ITEMDESCRIPTION 0001 DISHWASHER, household type, 60 cm wide, freestanding, with removable desk top for under counter use, with active water safety feature ( quote mark Aqua stop quote mark, for description see below). Electrical supply by 230 V, 50 Hz, single phase, via fitted 3-wire power cable with right angle German Schuko plug. Make: Bosch, Model SMS 53M02 EU/12 or equivalent. Further specifications, descriptions and requirements are outlined below. 0002 RANGE (STOVE), ELECTRIC, ceramic cooking top with 4 radiant heating elements, 30 inch = 76,2 cm wide (for tolerances on dimensions see specifications below), household type, free standing, conventional baking oven and a storage drawer. The range shall have a SPLASH BACK, i.e., a raised-up back panel, and the control knobs and keys or switches shall be placed on this panel. Without lid (cover) over the cooking top. Make: Frigidaire, Model FFF335ES or equivalent. 0003 REFRIGERATOR-FREEZER Combination, FOUR STAR, in 2-door TOPMOUNT design, i.e. freezer on top of refrigerator with separate door. Free standing. With NO FROST technology in refrigerator and freezer compartment, i.e. ventilated in both compartments (Size: 9.5 Cubic Feet) Make Whirlpool WTE 2922NFW or equivalent Make: Bosh. Model KDN20x03 or equivalent 1.GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. a.The item offered shall be new, of modern design, from the manufacturer's current production and shall meet the item description above and the requirements specified below. OFFERORS SHALL SUBMIT A COPY OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WITH THEIR OFFER, FAILURE TO SUBMIT SUFFICIENT INFORMATION ON ALL 7 ITEMS, SHALL RESULT IN A TECHNICALLY UNACCEPTABLE RATING: b.Offerors shall submit with their offer: 1.Detailed technical literature. The literature shall display all relevant data and features required in this specification and questionnaires. 2. Energy efficiency documentation minimum quote mark A+ quote mark or better. 3. CE Conformance and certification. 4. Either one of the following certificates VDE or TUEV, UL, CSA, BEAB. 5. ISO 9001:2000 certificate. 6.Applicable commercial warranty copy for the item offered. 7.Any required data and features not displayed shall be commented in writing by the offeror in an unambiguous way with regard to their existence or non-existence. c.In the Addendum to FAR 212-1, a questionnaire containing some key questions pertaining to the item offered shall be completed by the offeror. Offerors are required to answer all questions in writing. Besides answering all questions on the questionnaire, the item shall meet all other requirements as outlined in detail in this specification package. d.If the offered model - is not a readily available commercial product, or - is a commercial product proposed to be modified to meet the specifications stated herein, or - has not been previously supplied to nor inspected by the Government for determination whether the product meets the requirement as stated herein, then the awardee shall on request by the Government deliver a pre-production sample prior to the mass production. In such case, the offeror shall provide the pre-production sample within 30 calendar days after issuance of delivery order to the address given below. The Government will examine the sample to ensure that the specifications as offered are met and, if affirmative will accept the sample in writing. It is the responsibility of the contractor to provide an equal substitute in cases of previous models being discontinued or modified to a point which the selected model no longer meets the specifications provided herein. e. The government is responsible for the unloading of deliveries at the destination as well as responsible for any damages caused during the unloading process. However, any damage which may be incurred by items during the transportation to the delivery location is the responsibility of the vendor who was awarded the procurement contract. Installation Management Command, Europe Furnishing Support Center-Sembach BLDG 141 67681 Sembach Heuberg, Germany 2.SPECIFICATIONS Dishwasher a.Color: White; control panel may be of different color. b.Electrical supply by 230 V, 50 Hz, single phase, via fitted 3-wire power cable with right angle German Schuko plug. c.Total connected load (Gesamtanschlusswert) not to exceed 3500 W d.Stainless steel interior e. quote mark inlet hose connection f.Capacity for 12 international standard place settings g.Water softener with salt container, salt shortage indicator, and selector for water hardness level h.Rinsing additive dispenser with shortage indicator and selector for rinsing additive dosage i.Dimensions: Height85 cm (with desk top) Depth60 cm max. Width60 cm j.Upper dish tray (Oberkorb) without Venturi funnel, i.e. water injection to the upper tray spray arm from the rear of the interior. k.Upper dish tray adjustable on both sides for high and low position. l.Continuous flow heater technique (Durchlauferhitzer-Technik) m.Minimum choice of 4 programs: (1)Intensive Program for heavily soiled dishes (2)Normal Program for normally soiled dishes (3)Economy (= energy saving) Program 50 or 55 degree C (4)Independent Pre-Wash (Rinse) Program. n.Height adjustable feet for leveling purposes o.The stability of the freestanding appliance must conform to the applicable standard. p.Inscriptions/instructions on the appliance in English language or in symbols. q.One instruction manual in English language provided inside each appliance. Range a.Color: White. Control panel, oven glass window, and handles may be of different color. b.Body/Panel finish: Enamel or powder-coated paint. c.Power connection: AC 400 V 3N, 50 Hz (i.e. 3-phase, 400 V Phase to Phase, 230 V Phase to Neutral, 50 Hz), separate grounding. Step down, step up transformers at the power input side are not permitted! d.Dimensions. Width: Nominal 30 inch (76,2 cm), range of tolerance 75.5 cm - 76.5 cm Depth (excluding handle): Minimum. 60 cm, maximum 66 cm Height floor to cooking top: 90 cm - 92 cm Height floor to control panel = top of splash back: Maximum 124 cm e.ALL 4 RADIANT HEATING ELEMENTS SHALL BE EQUIPPED WITH HEAT-LIMITING DEVICES WICH LIMITING THE TOP PLATE MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 490 - 510 CELSIUS. f.Baking oven shall have as a minimum requirement: (1) Conventional heating element(s) and a grill (broiler). (2) Capacity/volume minimum 100 liters. (3) Illumination with on/off switch. NOTE: The bulb in the baking oven shall be protected and sealed off by a bulb cover. There shall be NO OPENINGS around the bulb or the bulb holder that will allow the escape of heat and baking oven vapors through such opening. (4) Oven door with glass window. The door shall be removable by the user. (5) Oven door and glass window with isolation properties (heat protection) which shall not exceed the maximum temperature of 60 Celsius. g.Operation lights for all functions. h.Hot surface indicator light(s) for the ceramic top. i.Height adjustable feet or metal legs for leveling purposes. j.Inscriptions/instructions on the appliance in English language or in symbols. k.One user's instruction manual in the English language must be provided inside each appliance. l.The stability of the freestanding appliance must conform to UL or EN standard. m.The item shall be installable with minimum clearance to adjacent kitchen furniture panels. n.Minimum accessories required and provided inside each appliance: 1 oven wire rack, 1 oven baking sheet. 1 oven roast pan Refrigerator a. Total NET CAPACITY required for refrigerator PLUS top-mounted freezer in a minimum of 250 LITERS Maximum of 290 Liters b. Net capacity required for the top-mounted freezer only is a minimum of 50 liters, max 75 liters c. Maximum dimensions permitted are 60 cm wide and 170 cm high d. Power connection: 230 V, 50 Hz, single phase, 3 wire power cable approx. 1,50 m long with right angle German Schuko-Plug e. Illuminated refrigerator compartment, with door switch f. Reversible door mountings g. Height adjustable feet for leveling purposes. h. Free of traditional ozone depleting substances that are prohibited in the European Community i. Inscriptions/instructions on the appliance in English language or in symbols j. Users' instruction manual in English language provided inside each appliance k Color: white l. The stability of the freestanding appliance must conform to the applicable standard and must be ensured without fastening it to the wall or floor m. Minimum accessories include: - Height-adjustable shelves in the refrigerator - Removable shelf/shelves in the freezer - 1 or 2 crisper drawers (gemusesebehaelter) - 1 ice cube tray. 3.ACTIVE WATER SAFETY FEATURE ( quote mark AQUASTOP quote mark ). Suitable measures shall prevent all of the following: (a)Water damage through leakage. (b)Water damage through burst or leaking inlet hose. (c)Overfilling with water significantly above the preset level in cases of pump failure, inlet valve malfunction, blocked outlet, or any malfunctions whatever. In order to achieve requirements (a), (b), and (c), the appliance must be equipped with: (d)A solenoid valve attached to the inlet pressure hose at the water tap side. The valve only opens at water drawing cycles of the appliance. (e)A bottom tray/tub equipped with suitable water sensing device and feedback to the solenoid valve. The tray/tub collects any leakage water from the appliance. (f)An inlet pressure hose enveloped by an outer safety hose which conducts any leakage water to the bottom tray/tub. (NOTE: The outer safety hose shall envelop the water inlet hose only, not the water drain hose, too!) 4.ENERGY EFFICIENCY: Offered Appliance energy efficiency shall be minimum quote mark A+ quote mark or better. 5.CONFORMANCE AND CERTIFICATION. The appliance shall conform to the European Communities directive CE, and each appliance shall carry the CE mark. Besides the CE mark, the appliance shall carry the VDE or TUEV certification or the UL or CSA or BEAB listing mark on its data plate as proof of having passed a test at one of these institutes. (NOTE: The receiver of the appliances will examine the legality of the certification/listing mark!). 6.QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM. The appliance shall be manufactured within the scope of a quality management system according to ISO 9001:2000 which shall be certified by a recognized institute. The offeror shall provide such compliance by submitting a copy of the corresponding certificate upon request prior to contract award. 7.USER'S INSTRUCTION MANUALS, REPAIR MANUALS. a.The contractor shall provide 3 each user's instruction manuals in English language and 3 each repair manuals preferably in English language with the proposal to following address: Installation Management Command, Europe Supply Division, LFOA ATTN: QA QC Specialist Sembach Kaserne Bldg 141 67681 Sembach Heuberg, Germany Alternatively, 1 each set shall be submitted electronically by email to Mr. David Palmer; david.w.palmer26civ@mail.mil All technical questions should be directed to Mr. David Palmer, email: david.w.palmer26civ@mail.mil, TEL: DSN: 496-5879, COMM: 011-49-(0)6302-67-5879 with a carbon copy (cc) Nickole Jackson Nickole.m.jackson.civ@mail.mil b. The repair manual shall comprise parts lists with spare parts numbers, drawings exploded view drawings, and a trouble shooting guide. In case of contract award the offeror shall submit repair manual with the first delivery of appliances in hard copy and CD free of charge for the Government. c.THE NAME OF THE MANUFACTURER AND THE MODEL NUMBER MUST BE IMPRINTED ON THE FRONT PAGE OF ALL MANUALS, AND IT MUST BE THE SAME NAME AND NUMBER AS ENTERED BY THE OFFEROR UNDER quote mark MAKE AND MODEL OFFERED quote mark. (REMARK: As an imprint, a label or a stamp with the required information will also be sufficient and will be accepted.) 8.SPARE PARTS The offeror shall provide with the proposal at least one source for spare parts procurement for the item(s) offered. The following information about this source shall be provided: Name of Company, Address, Contact person, Telephone number, Fax Number and Email address. 9.EXTENDED PRESSURE HOSE. The contractor/manufacturer shall have available as a spare part an extended inlet pressure hose. The hose shall be of the kind described under quote mark Active Water Safety Feature quote mark above, however, it shall be longer than the standard hose. THE EXTENDED HOSE SHALL NOT BE PART OF THIS DELIVERY; HOWEVER, IT MAY BE REQUIRED AS A SPARE PART LATER. 10.REPLACEMENT OF MODELS During the contract period the beneficiary of contract may request approval to substitute the offered model with a different model without additionally costs to the Government when production line changes occur. 11.COMMERICAL WARRANTY The contractor shall provide a copy of the applicable commercial warranty with each item covered by such a warranty at no additional cost to the Government. 12. ITEM NO 0002SUPPLIES/SERVICESQUANTITYUNITUNIT PRICEAMOUNT SUPPLIES/SERVICESQUANTITYUNITUNIT PRICEAMOUNT 1 Each DISHWASHER, Purchase and delivery of Pre-Production sample for specification compliance testing, if required. FOB: Destination 0002 DELIVERY DATE QUANTITY SHIP TO ADDRESS 30 days after award 1 INSTALLATION MANAGEMENT AGENCY EUROPE DAVID PALMER FURNISHING SUPPORT CENTER SEMBACH KASERN BLDG 141 67681 SEMBACH HEUBERG, GERMANY PH: 06302-67-5879 FOB: DESTINATION WK4FVK To maximize potential opportunity, the Government is seeking input from the business community regarding their interest and capability in performing some or all of the tasks of this planned requirement. The Government requests demonstration of capability by all interested parties through the following means: 1.A brief capability statement. 2.A short concept of operation execution. Interested sources shall state whether they are capable to satisfy the above criteria no later than 10 days from the date of this notice. Responses may be sent by email to the contract specialist, Nickole Jackson, at Nickole.m.jackson.civ@mail.mil
 

Web Link

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Place of Performance

Address: TCC-Kaiserslautern (PARC Europe, 409th CSB) KO DIRECTORATE OF CONTRACTING, UNIT 23156 APO AE

Zip Code: 09227
 

Record

SN02984573-W 20130213/130211234148-a2727165c0487de59c2335de97d07ac8 (fbodaily.com)
 

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