SOLICITATION NOTICE
66 -- Dew Formation Chamber: (Geneva Scientific Model I-36DL or equivalent)
- Notice Date
- 5/1/2015
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 334516
— Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- Agricultural Research Service - Western Business Service Center
- ZIP Code
- 00000
- Solicitation Number
- AG-4431-S-15-0015
- Archive Date
- 5/27/2015
- Point of Contact
- Shalunda S. Mix, Phone: 662-686-5346
- E-Mail Address
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shalunda.mix@ars.usda.gov
(shalunda.mix@ars.usda.gov)
- 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, 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. The solicitation number is AG-4431-S-15-0015 and is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). The NAICS code is 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. This solicitation document incorporates those provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-72. The USDA, ARS, WBSC intends procure a Dew Formation Chamber: (Geneva Scientific Model I-36DL or equivalent) for the Grain, Forage & Bioenergy Research Unit in Lincoln, NE. The Dew Formation Chamber will be used to test plant responses to foliar pathogens (diseases), and to characterize sprouting responses of wheat and other plant seeds. The following item with noted capabilities are required for this procurement: Dew Formation Chamber: (Geneva Scientific Model I-36DL or equivalent) 1. Plant growing height of at least 10 inches. 2. Exterior dimensions: no greater than 35"W x 340"D x 79"H 3. Temperature Range: 12°- 32° C. 4. Humidification: Capable of providing and controlling humidity of up to 100% with lights off. 5. Airflow: Natural air flow that allows temperature uniformity during the dew deposition period. 6. Light Intensity: 500 micromoles/m2/s 7. Shelving: at least four removable shelves to allow flexibility of experimental materials. 8. Construction: non-corrosive features that will resist chemical cleaning and disinfecting. 9. Insulation: At least 1.5" thick CFC free urethane insulation foam. 10. Refrigeration: Self-contained air-cooled condensing unit to ensure precise temperature control 11. Temperature Safety: (Experiment Protection) Adjustable high and low temperature controls, audible alarms and visual indicators. 12. Single control system providing 24 Hour chamber monitoring and control of all programmed variables such as temperature, lighting, and humidity. 13. Programmable and capable of both step and ramp modes. Capable of manual, diurnal and non-circadian modes. 14. On-board diagnostics, ambient temperature monitoring, and power failure event logging. 15. Alarm Display/Audible Buzzer 16. Dual experiment protection with primary limit and independent secondary limit 17. Two years warranty on parts and labor. 18. Service. One site visit within 12 months of installation to inspect and clean unit, check control system and drain lines. 19. Delivery, unpacking, installation, set-up and training. Delivery must be available to facility that lacks loading dock. DOCUMENTS TO BE INCLUDED IN QUOTE: In order to be considered for award Offerors shall provide 1) a Quote on company letterhead detailing the item description, unit price per item, total price and valid for at least 60 days after receipt of quote. 2) at least 3-5 references (Government references preferred but will accept commercial references). References shall be provided for the service proposed and if possible include the email address of the person to be contacted; and 3) FAR 52.212-3, OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATION-COMMERCIAL ITEMS; The Representation and Certification section must be completed electronically in the System for Award Management (SAM) website at www.sam.gov. REJECTION OF QUOTATION: Failure to demonstrate compliance will be cause to reject the quote without further discussions. All responsible sources may submit an offer and will be considered. The following clauses and provisions apply to this acquisition. 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference; 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS - COMMERCIAL ITEMS; 52.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS - COMMERCIAL ITEMS applies, with the following clauses 52.219-6 Notice of Small Business Set-Aside; 52.222-3, Convict Labor; 52.233-3, Protest after award, and 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns; 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity; 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans; 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities; 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans; 52.222-19, Child Labor - Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies; 52.223-2 Affirmative Procurement of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts; 52.223-15 Energy Efficiency in Energy-Consuming Products; 52.223-17 Affirmative Procurement of EPA-designated Items in Service and Construction Contracts; 52.225-13, Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases; 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer - System for Award Management; applicable to this acquisition; 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference; 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS - COMMERCIAL ITEMS; 52.223-1 Biobased Product Certification; 52.223-4 Recovered Materials Certification; 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items ; 52.212-3 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS - COMMERCIAL ITEMS. DELIVERY: FOB Destination. Deliver to USDA, ARS, Lincoln, Nebraska. QUOTED PRICE MUST INCLUDE: any delivery costs as well as any applicable duties, brokerage, or customs fees. DELIVERY DUE DATE: The Government requires delivery on or before 30 ARO, however, each offeror shall include their proposed delivery schedule as part of their quotation. PAYMENT: Any award made under this solicitation is subject to 31 CFR Part 208 which requires all payments made by the government to be made by electronic funds transfer. Contractors intending to conduct business with the Federal Government MUST register with the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to submitting quotation. You may register online at www.sam.gov. Any amendment and documents related to this procurement will be available electronically at the Internet site: http://www.fbo.gov. FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Item, the significant evaluation factors, in the relative order of importance, are (i) technical capability of the item offered to meet the Government requirement including delivery date; (ii) past performance; and (iii) price (based on F.O.B. Destination), technical and past performance are more important than price. Award will be made based on overall BEST VALUE to the Government. The government anticipates award of a firm fixed priced contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforms to the specifications that will be the most advantageous to the government in accordance with FAR 13.106-2. Responses shall include technical specifications, descriptive material and capabilities of the offerors equipment. Offerors shall identity where the offered item meets or does not meet each of the Government's functional and performance minimum specifications listed herein. All sources wishing to furnish a quotation must respond by COB 4:00 p.m. central standard time, May 12, 2015. Quotations are to be addressed to Shalunda Mix, Contract Specialist, USDA, ARS, WBSC, P. O. Box 225, 141 Experiment Station Road, Stoneville, MS 38776-0225. Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Contracting Officer at (662)686-5346/ shalunda.mix@ars.usda.gov.
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- Place of Performance
- Address: USDA, ARS, 137 KEIM HALL, LINCOLN, Nebraska, 68583, United States
- Zip Code: 68583
- Zip Code: 68583
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