SOLICITATION NOTICE
84 -- Purchase of Individual Tactical Equipment; Ballistic Vests / Helmets; Communication Equipment; Binoculars, and Night Vision Equipment
- Notice Date
- 12/14/2015
- Notice Type
- Presolicitation
- Contracting Office
- Unit 7900, Box 6000, DPO, AE 09213
- ZIP Code
- 09213
- Solicitation Number
- SGE500-16-R-0012
- Response Due
- 12/21/2015
- Archive Date
- 6/18/2016
- Point of Contact
- Name: David Cubitt, Title: Regional Procurement Support Office Frankfurt, Phone: 01149697535, Fax: 011496975353329
- E-Mail Address
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cubittda@state.gov;
- Small Business Set-Aside
- Total Small Business
- Description
- Bids are being solicited under solicitation number SGE500-16-R-0012. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; bids are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation is issued as an invitation for bids (IFB), unless otherwise indicated herein.If your company can provide the product/services listed on the solicitation and comply with all of the solicitation instructions, please respond to this notice. To view the specifications, please go to www.FedBid.com and reference Buy No. 773087. GSA Schedule Bids Only: Sellers bidding on this opportunity MUST have the items requested on an existing GSA Schedule. The Schedule must either be in the Seller's name or the Seller must be able to document its ability to act as an agent of a partner's Schedule. Sellers must not bid more than their applicable contract ceiling price, excluding the FedBid Fee, for contract-specific items. If FedBid receives notice that, due to inclusion of the FedBid Fee, the Selected Bid's line item pricing is higher than the Selected Seller's applicable published government contract pricing, the FedBid Fee will be reduced to ensure the Selected Bid's line item pricing does not exceed the Selected Seller's applicable contract pricing. Sellers may offer Open Market items only in accordance with the approved Terms and Conditions of their respective GSA Schedule AND upon approval from the soliciting Contracting Officer. Information regarding GSA Schedules can be found at www.GSA.gov. This requirement is a [ Small Business ] set-aside and only qualified sellers may submit bids.The solicitation pricing on www.FedBid.com will start on the date this solicitation is posted and will end on 2015-12-21 11:00:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com.FOB Destination shall be in the Special Shipping Instructions. The Department of State requires the following items, Brand Name or Equal, to the following: LI 001: Binocular, Bushnell, Model: 12-0150; Specs: 10x50mm; Legacy WP; Wide Angle Binoculars; color: black; waterproof; Exit Pupil: 5mm; Closest Focusing Distance: 5.5 m,;Eye Relief: 1.8cm; Eyecup Type: twist-up; Prism Type: Bak-4 Porro; with neckstrap, carrying case, lense caps, and Accessory Package - Bushnell ABUS10X50LYNK1. BRAND NAME OR EQUAL. Each item being offered must conform to the Special Pricing Instructions and Special Shipping Instructions in the Active Buy Terms., 3, EA; LI 002: Monocular, Manufacturer: Armasight; MFG Part #: TFT233MN0RECM24; FLIR Recon M24 320x240 Thermal Monocular; with neckstrap, carrying case, and lense caps. BRAND NAME OR EQUAL. Each item being offered must conform to the Special Pricing Instructions and Special Shipping Instructions in the Active Buy Terms., 3, EA; LI 003: Night Vision Goggles, PVS-14; Manufacturer: US Night Vision Corp.; MFG Part #: 000453; US Night Vision PVS-14 Gen2+ 1250 FOM; (NOTE: The following accessories must be included: head mount assembly, head/helmet mount adapter, demist shield, sacrificial window, eyecup, lens cap, neck cord, soft carry case, battery, lens cleaning paper, operators manual.) BRAND NAME OR EQUAL. Each item being offered must conform to the Special Pricing Instructions and Special Shipping Instructions in the Active Buy Terms., 3, EA; LI 004: Search Mirror, ICOR Tecnology Inc. Model: M1000 - Under-Vehicle Search Mirror; Specs: Length 25in to 66in (63.5 cm to 167.5 cm); non rotational telescopic pole (4-sections) 12 in. Diameter (30 cm) convex mirror tilted for easy viewing Bright LED light bar (x2), 15hrs run time Weight: 7 lbs. (3.2kg). BRAND NAME OR EQUAL. Each item being offered must conform to the Special Pricing Instructions and Special Shipping Instructions in the Active Buy Terms., 3, EA; LI 005: Weapon Cleaning Kit; Hoppes; Mfr Part#: 070-1505; KIT INCLUDES: M-Pro7 Gun Cleaner (4oz), M-Pro7 Gun Oil LPX (2oz), M-Pro7 Copper Remover, 50 Cleaning Patches (.38-.45 Caliber), 1-T-Handle Rod, 1-Lint Free Gun Cloth, 5-Assorted Bore Brushes (supports.22 cali 1-Nylon Utility Brush, 1-M-16 Chamber Brush, 1 Shotgun Brush Adapter, 1-.22 Caliber Loop, 1-Foam Gun Pad, 1-Lockable Gun Case, 1-M-Pro7 Weapons Maintenance & Product Guide; BRAND NAME OR EQUAL. Each item being offered must conform to the Special Pricing Instructions and Special Shipping Instructions in the Active Buy Terms., 60, EA; LI 006: Hydration System; Manufacturer: Camelbak Products Inc.; MFG Part #: 60303; 18.5Lx8W (IN); ThermoBak Omega-Coyote; Size: 100oz./3liter; BRAND NAME OR EQUAL. Each item being offered must conform to the Special Pricing Instructions and Special Shipping Instructions in the Active Buy Terms., 180, EA; LI 007: Hand Held Radio; Motorola; Model: CLS1410; Specs: color: Black; Portable Business Two-way Radio - 4 x UHF - 26400 ft Package includes: - 1 x CLS1410 Portable Business Two-way Radio - Drop-in radio battery charging tray with wall adapter - Rechargeable Lithium Ion battery (12 hr run time) - Radio Carry Holster - AC adapter - User Guide BRAND NAME OR EQUAL. Each item being offered must conform to the Special Pricing Instructions and Special Shipping Instructions in the Active Buy Terms., 60, EA; LI 008: Surveillance Kit; Genuine RCA, Model: HS11V-X03; Lightweight Headset for Handheld Portable Two-Way Radios | Behind the Head | IP55 Rating | VOX | X03 Two Prong Right Angle Connector for Motorola CP185, CP150, CP200, CLS Series, RDX Series and RM Series Handheld Portable Two-Way Radios; (must be compatible with the Offerors proposed HAND HELD RADIO, for item 007 above); BRAND NAME OR EQUAL. Each item being offered must conform to the Special Pricing Instructions and Special Shipping Instructions in the Active Buy Terms., 60, EA; LI 009: Hand Held Radio Pouch; Motorola, Patrol Radio Pouch, 6/12; color: coyote; (must be compatible with the Offerors proposed HAND HELD RADIO and surveillance Kit, for items 007, and 008 above); BRAND NAME OR EQUAL. Each item being offered must conform to the Special Pricing Instructions and Special Shipping Instructions in the Active Buy Terms., 60, EA; LI 010: Bank Charger; Hand Held Radio Bank Charger; Six-Unit Charger for Motorola CLS-Series Two-Way Radios; Model: 56531; must be compatible with locally available electrical power: 220volt, 50hz, and with a European style 220volt plug (Euro Plug). Must also be compatible with the Offerors proposed Hand Held Radios, for item 007, above; BRAND NAME OR EQUAL. Each item being offered must conform to the Special Pricing Instructions and Special Shipping Instructions in the Active Buy Terms., 3, EA; LI 011: Ballistic Vest; First Spear, Model: STRANDHOGG; manufacturer part number: 500-12-00013-5005-51, MBAV cut plate carrier; size: S/M; Color: Coyote; BRAND NAME OR EQUAL. Each item being offered must conform to the Special Pricing Instructions and Special Shipping Instructions in the Active Buy Terms., 60, EA; LI 012: Ballistic Vest; First Spear, Model: STRANDHOGG; manufacturer part number: 500-12-00013-5005-53, MBAV cut plate carrier; size: L/XL; Color: Coyote; BRAND NAME OR EQUAL. Each item being offered must conform to the Special Pricing Instructions and Special Shipping Instructions in the Active Buy Terms., 120, EA; LI 013: Ballistic Plate; Manuf.: International Armor; Steel Hard Armor Plate; size: 8x10in; MFG Part #: IA0035-SA8X10; NIJ Level III Stand Alone; BRAND NAME OR EQUAL. Each item being offered must conform to the Special Pricing Instructions and Special Shipping Instructions in the Active Buy Terms., 360, EA; LI 014: Ballistic Helmet; Manufacturer: United Shield; MFG Part #: ACH-MICH LE; HELMET PLAIN LEVEL IIIA, Color: Tan); Size: M; BRAND NAME OR EQUAL. Each item being offered must conform to the Special Pricing Instructions and Special Shipping Instructions in the Active Buy Terms., 60, EA; LI 015: Ballistic Helmet; Manufacturer: United Shield; MFG Part #: ACH-MICH LE; HELMET PLAIN LEVEL IIIA, (Color: Tan); Size: L; BRAND NAME OR EQUAL. Each item being offered must conform to the Special Pricing Instructions and Special Shipping Instructions in the Active Buy Terms., 90, EA; LI 016: Ballistic Helmet; Manufacturer: United Shield; MFG Part #: ACH-MICH LE; HELMET PLAIN LEVEL IIIA, Color: Tan); Size: XL; BRAND NAME OR EQUAL. Each item being offered must conform to the Special Pricing Instructions and Special Shipping Instructions in the Active Buy Terms., 30, EA; Solicitation and Buy Attachments ***Question Submission: Interested offerors must submit any questions concerning the solicitation at the earliest time possible to enable the Buyer to respond. Questions must be submitted by using the 'Submit a Question' feature at www.fedbid.com. Questions not received within a reasonable time prior to close of the solicitation may not be considered.*** For this solicitation, Department of State 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. A Seller may submit a series of pricing bids, which descend in price during the specified period of time for the aforementioned reverse auction. Department of State is taking this action in an effort to improve both seller access and awareness of requests and the agency's ability to gather multiple, completed, real-time bids.All responsible Sellers 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.Sellers that are not currently registered to use www.FedBid.com should proceed to www.FedBid.com to complete their free registration. Sellers that require special considerations or assistance may contact the FedBid Helpdesk at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or via email at clientservices@fedbid.com. Sellers 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 Sellers require additional clarification, contact 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. In addition to providing pricing at www.FedBid.com for this solicitation, each Offeror must provide any required, NON-PRICING responses (e.g. technical proposal, representations and certifications, etc.) so that they are received no later than the closing date and time for this solicitation; these can be submitted to clientservices@fedbid.com. This solicitation requires registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award, pursuant to FAR 4.1102 and other applicable regulations and guidelines. Information can be found at www.sam.gov. All Bids must be valid for 60 days from the closing date for this solicitation. No exceptions or qualifications. New materials / equipment ONLY, NO remanufactured, refurbished, or gray-market products. Ship FOB Destination to U.S. Embassy Cotonou; ATTN: RSO Section; Marina Avenue; B.P. 2012; Cotonou, Benin. No partial shipments are permitted, unless otherwise specified by Contracting Officer at time of award. The seller is responsible for the cost of shipping, insurances, VAT, and risk of loss prior to actual delivery at the specified destination; and, for acquiring the Export Licenses, if required. A) The offeror shall provide the government, with its offer submission, written verification from the GSA schedule holder that an agreement exists that validates the offeror's right to offer the GSA schedule items on behalf of the GSA schedule holder, if other than the offeror; and, B) By proactively complying with this offer term, sellers accept that the government will make award to the GSA schedule holder only, as the sole awardee. Further, the sole awardee and only the sole awardee shall submit its invoice to the government and receive payment from the government. GSA schedule orders may include "open market" items, i.e., items not on the awardee's list of GSA schedule items, only in compliance with FAR 8.402(f). Offerors should verify in writing which items are listed on their GSA schedule contracts and which items are "open market" items. For an offer to qualify as an offer based on a GSA schedule contract, the value of "open market" items included in the offer may not exceed the applicable micro-purchase threshold as defined in FAR 2.101. In order to notate which items are open market, in accordance with FAR 8.402(f)(3), Seller must write "open market" in the Line Item Description for any item not currently active on the cited contract, or list in the Seller Bid Description field all open market line numbers (e.g. "Open Market Items: Lines 1, 2, 3.") Seller certifies that it is an authorized distributer of the brand name product being sold to the Department of State and that it has the certification / specialization level required by the manufacturer, to support both the product sale and product pricing, in accordance with applicable manufacturer certification/specialization requirements. Unless otherwise specified, Seller warrants that the products are new and in their original box(es). The required Delivery Time is 90 calendar days or less after receipt of order (ARO). The offeror must provide within its offer the number of days required to make delivery after it receives a purchase order from the buyer. The Contractor and its employees shall exercise the utmost discretion in regard to all matters relating to their duties and functions. They shall not communicate to any person any information known to them by reason of their performance of services under this contract which has not been made public, except in the necessary performance of their duties or upon written authorization of the Contracting Officer. All documents and records (including photographs) generated during the performance of work under this contract shall be for the sole use and become the exclusive property of the U.S Government. Furthermore, no article, book, pamphlet, email, recording, broadcast, speech, television appearance, film or photograph concerning any aspect of work performed under this contract shall be published or disseminated through any media without the prior written authorization of the Contracting Officer. These obligations do no cease upon the expiration or termination of this contract. The Contractor shall include the substance of this provision in all contracts of employment and in all subcontracts hereunder. Sellers understand that FedBid ranks all Bids by price; however, pursuant to applicable acquisition regulations and/or departmental guidelines, Buyers may use criteria other than price to evaluate offers. Accordingly, please note that, unless otherwise specified in the Buy Terms, below, to the extent required by applicable regulations and/or guidelines, award will be made to the responsible Seller whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Buyer on the basis of price, technical capability, delivery, and past performance. This solicitation may result in multiple awards. The government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation in part, or in full, at any time prior to award. A Vendor must guarantee that items 007 - 010, being offered, are compatible with one another. The same applies to items 011 - 013. Due to the chance that this solicitation may result in multiple awards, all bid prices must include VAT (if applicable), export licensing fees / certifications, insurances, and shipping costs FOB Destination.
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