SOLICITATION NOTICE
59 -- L-Band/S-Band Low Noise Amplifiers
- Notice Date
- 4/13/2021 3:11:08 PM
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 334220
— Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- DEPT OF COMMERCE NOAA KANSAS CITY MO 64106 USA
- ZIP Code
- 64106
- Solicitation Number
- 1333MD21QNEEB0010
- Response Due
- 4/23/2021 9:00:00 AM
- Archive Date
- 04/24/2021
- Point of Contact
- Donna L Cohee, Phone: 7578247371
- E-Mail Address
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donna.l.cohee@noaa.gov
(donna.l.cohee@noaa.gov)
- Description
- The Department of Commerce/National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration/National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service (DOC/NOAA/NESDIS/WCDAS), intends to award a Purchase Order pursuant to Simplified Acquisition Procedures under the authority of FAR Part 13.� The requirement is for procurement of spare L and S Band Low Noise Amplifies (LNA) for the 14.2 Meter antenna located at the Wallops CDA Station in Wallops Island, Virginia. ��� This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format at FAR Subpart 12.6., as supplemented with additional information included in this notice, and it being conducted pursuant to Acquisition Circular 2005-99 effective June 15, 2018 Part Subpart 12.6 and FAR Part 13.� The Request for Quote (RFQ) number is�1333MD21QNEEB0010.� The acquisition is being sought as an unrestricted set aside for this requirement.� The intended procurement will be classified under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 334220 � Size Standard 750. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT CONSTITUTES THE ONLY SOLICITATION; QUOTES ARE BEING REQUESTED AND A WRITTEN SOLICITATION WILL NOT BE ISSUED. 1-� � INTRODUCTION/BACKGROUND:�� The Wallops Command and Data Acquisition Station (WCDAS) located in Wallops Island, Virginia, has a requirement for spare L Band LNA Part Number 512-018-001 and S Band LNA Part Number 523-022-001.� These LNAs will be spares for 14.2M satellite antenna used for operational support of Polar Orbiting Environmental satellite (POES) and Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite (GOES), Deep Space Climate Observatory (DSCVR), and Advanced Composite Explorer (ACE) missions located at WCDAS, 35663 Chincoteague Road, Wallops Island, Virginia ��23337. The NOAA WCDAS mission requires the use of LNA to achieve the sensitivity required to receive the L and S Band satellite downlinks.��� The 14.2 antenna currently utilizes a custom-designed receive RF front end consisting of manufacturer�s specifications by using original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts and materials to assure the proper operation and satellite communication. NOAA WCDAS must maintain spares used for on-site repairs as this antenna system is a critical asset for WCDAS mission operations.� 2-� �SCOPE OF WORK:�� The purpose of this acquisition is to procure original equipment manufacturer (OEM) low noise amplifies that will meet the operational requirements of the Wallops CDA Station�s 14.2meter antenna operating systems. The purchase of these items are to replace spares that have be used from the normal stock supply. Technical Specifications:��� � Line Item 1)� � L-Band Low-Noise Amplifier� Manufacturer: Satellink Inc. Model:� SHA169-39HW7 Electrical Specifications P/N: 512-018-001 Frequency Range: 1670-1710 MHz RF Signal Gain: 38- 40 dB Noise Figure: 0.4 dB max at +23? RF Input and Output connectors: Female SMA Quantity:� Two� (2) Each Line Item 2)� � S-Band Low-Noise Amplifier� Manufacturer: Satellink Inc. Model: SHA225-38DS7 Electrical Specifications P/N: 523-022-001 Frequency Range: 2200-2300 MHz RF Signal Gain: 38 dB Noise Figure: 0.45 dB max at 23? Quantity:� Two� (2)� Each All Hardware products received must arrive with�full factory Warranty for materials and workmanship.�� No additional Extended Warranties required. Offeror(s) provide detail Warranty Terms and Conditions with the RFQ offer. 3-� � DELIVERY SCHEDULE: NOAA Wallops CDA Station has a delivery requirement of 160 days from the date of award. 4-� � SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:� � Products and services for exchange, refurbishing, or recycling of hardware must comply with�NOAA IT Security Manual (ITSM) media sanitization requirements (MP-6) and NIST SP 800-88 Revision 1. Pre-configured hardware must comply with FAR 39.101(c) regulations for adherence to the NIST�SP 800-70 Rev. 3 common security configuration checklist program (https://nvd.nist.gov/ncp/repository).� New hardware must comply with FAR 4.1302 and be capable of being configured to utilize�approved, per FAR 4.1302(b) PIV-compliant (https://www.idmanagement.gov/approved-products-list/) smart card� � � authentication�components.� In addition, new hardware shall be capable of implementing Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6)�requirements as required by FAR part 11.002(g). Specifically, unless the agency Chief Information Officer waives the��requirement for technology using Internet Protocol, the product must comply with applicable technical capabilities defined in the USGv6 Profile (NIST Special�Publication (SP) 500-267) and the corresponding declarations of conformance defined in the USGv6 Test Program. To meet this requirement, vendors and suppliers of IP protocol technology must document their product�s support of the requested capabilities through the USGv6 test program (https://www-x.antd.nist.gov/usgv6/) using the USGv6 Suppliers Declaration of Conformity. 5-�� Non-Price Evaluation Offer(s) shall be evaluated on an individual basis in accordance with the evaluation criteria outlined in the� RFQ only.�� Award shall be made to the responsible offeror that meets the best value to the Government.� The offer must meet 1) Technical Specifications Acceptability, 2) Delivery must meet the Government�s need and 3) Price.� Offers that meet or exceed these factors will be selected on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis. Clauses and Provisions Applicable to this Solicitation and Award: AA16-05 NOAA Acquisition and Grants Office OMBUDSMAN (BR) Commerce Acquisition Regulation (CAR) clauses: CAR 1352.201-70� Contracting Officer�s Authority (APR 2010) CAR 1352.209-73� Compliance with the Laws (APR 2010) CAR 1352.209-74� Organizational Conflict of Interest (APR 2010)� Commerce Acquisition Regulation (CAR) provisions: CAR 1352.233-70� Agency Protests� (APR 2010) {Fill-In paragraph �b�: Department of Commerce, NOAA, NESDIS, Field Delegate 35663 Chincoteague Road, Wallops Island, VA 23337;� fill-in paragraph �c�: U.S. Department of Commerce, Senior Procurement Executive, 1401 Constitution Avenue NW Suite 6422, Washington DC 20230} CAR 1352.233-71� GAO and Court of Federal Claims Protest The following FAR Provisions and Clauses are incorporated by reference: 52.232-40, Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Contractors. 52.212-1,� Instructions to Offerors (OCT 2015) 52.212-3,� Offeror Representations and Certifications- Commercial Items (APR 2016) 52.212-4,� Contract Terms and Conditions- Commercial Items (MAY 2015) 52.212-5,� Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders- Commercial Items (MAR 2018) applies to this (1) 52.203-19, Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements (JAN 2017) (section 743 of Division E, Title VII, of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. L. 113-235) and its successor provisions in subsequent appropriations acts (and as extended in continuing resolutions)). (2) 52.209-10, Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations (NOV 2015). (3) 52.233-3, Protest After Award (AUG 1996) (31 U.S.C. 3553). (4) 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2004)(Public Laws 108-77 and 108-78 (19 U.S.C. 3805 note)). 52.219-28, POST Award Small Business Program Representation (Jul 2013) (15 U.S.C. 632(a)(2)). 52.222-3, Convict Labor (June 2003) (E.O. 11755). 52.222-3, Convict Labor (June 2003) (E.O. 11755). 52.222-19, Child Labor�Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (Oct 2016) (E.O. 13126). 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (Apr 2015). 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (Sep 2016) (E.O. 11246). 52.222-36, Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (Jul 2014) (29 U.S.C. 793). 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons (Mar 2015) (22 U.S.C. chapter 78 and E.O. 13627). 52.223-18, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging while Driving (Aug 2011) (E.O. 13513). 52.225-1, Buy American�Supplies (May 2014) (41 U.S.C. chapter 83). 52.225-13, Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (Jun 2008)(E.O.�s, proclamations, and statutes administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control of the Department of the Treasury). 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer�System for Award Management (Jul 2013)(31 U.S.C. 3332). The following Far provisions and clauses are provided in full text: 52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated By Reference (Feb 1998) This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the 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:� https://www.acquisition.gov/?q=browsefar 52.252-6, Authorized Deviations in Clauses (Apr 1984) (a)� The use in this solicitation or contract of any Federal Acquisition Regulation (48 CFR Chapter 1) clause with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of �(DEVIATION)� after the date of the clause. (b)� The use in this solicitation or contract of any Commerce Acquisition Regulation (48 CFR Chapter 1352) clause with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of �(DEVIATION)� after the name of the regulation. 52.252-1, Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998) This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by references, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text.� Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available.� The offeror is cautioned that the listed provision may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation and offeror.� In lieu of submitting text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer.� Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this address:� https://www.acquisition.gov/?q=browsefar� 52.252-5, Authorized Deviations in Provisions (Apr 1984) (a)� The use in this solicitation or contract of any Federal Acquisition Regulation (48 CFR Chapter 1) provision with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of �(DEVIATION)� after the date of the provision. (b)� The use in this solicitation or contract of any Commerce Acquisition Regulation (48 CFR Chapter 1352) provision with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of �(DEVIATION)� after the name of the regulation. 52.212-2, Evaluation�Commercial Items (Oct 2014) (a)� The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered.� The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: (1) The offerors capability to successfully perform the contract. (1) The offerors capability to successfully perform the contract. (2) Price. (b) �Options�� The Government will evaluate offers for award purposes by adding the total price for all options to the unacceptable if the option prices are significantly unbalanced.. Evaluation of options shall not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s). (c)� A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party.� Before the offer�s specified expiration time, the Government may accept and offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdraw is received before award. OFFEROR(S)�MUST COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING CLAUSE: 52.204-24 REPRESENTATION REGARDING CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OREQUIPMENT (OCT 2020) The Offeror shall not complete the representation at paragraph (d)(1) of this provision if the Offeror has represented that it ""does not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services as a part of its offered products or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract, or other contractual instrument"" in paragraph (c)(1) in the provision at 52.204-26, Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services--Representation, or in paragraph (v)(2)(i) of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items. The Offeror shall not complete the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision if the Offeror has represented that it ""does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services"" in paragraph (c)(2) of the provision at 52.204-26, or in paragraph (v)(2)(ii) of the provision at 52.212-3. (a) Definitions. As used in this provision- Backhaul, covered telecommunications equipment or services, critical technology, interconnection arrangements, reasonable inquiry, roaming, and substantial or essential component have the meanings provided in the clause 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment. (b) Prohibition. (1) Section 889(a)(1)(A) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub. L. 115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2019, from procuring or obtaining, or extending or renewing a contract to procure or obtain, any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. Nothing in the prohibition shall be construed to-- (i) Prohibit the head of an executive agency from procuring with an entity to provide a service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or interconnection arrangements; or (ii) Cover telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or cannot permit visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles. (2) Section 889(a)(1)(B) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub. L. 115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2020, from entering into a contract or extending or renewing a contract with an entity that uses any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. This prohibition applies to the use of covered telecommunications equipment or services, regardless of whether that use is in performance of work under a Federal contract. Nothing in the prohibition shall be construed to-- (i) Prohibit the head of an executive agency from procuring with an entity to provide a service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or interconnection arrangements; or (ii) Cover telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or cannot�permit visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles. (c) Procedures. The Offeror shall review the list of excluded parties in the System for Award Management (SAM) (https://www.sam.gov) for entities excluded from receiving federal awards for�""covered telecommunications equipment or services."" (d) Representations. The Offeror represents that-- (1) It [��� �] will, [��� �] will not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services to the�Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract or other contractual instrument resulting from this solicitation. The Offeror shall provide the additional disclosure information required at�paragraph (e)(1) of this section if the Offeror responds ""will"" in paragraph (d)(1) of this section;and (2) After conducting a reasonable inquiry, for purposes of this representation, the Offeror�represents that-- It [��� �] does, [��� �] does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or use any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services. The Offeror�shall provide the additional disclosure information required at paragraph (e)(2) of this section if the Offeror responds ""does"" in paragraph (d)(2) of this section.�(e) Disclosures. (1) Disclosure for the representation in paragraph (d)(1) of this provision. If the Offeror has responded ""will"" in the representation in paragraph (d)(1) of this provision, the Offeror shall provide the following information as part of the offer: (i) For covered equipment-- (A) The entity that produced the covered telecommunications equipment (include entity name, unique entity identifier, CAGE code, and whether the entity was the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or a distributor, if known); (B) A description of all covered telecommunications equipment offered (include brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as�applicable); and (C) Explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications equipment and any factors�relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(1) of�this provision. (ii) For covered services-- (A) If the service is related to item maintenance: A description of all covered�telecommunications services offered (include on the item being maintained: Brand; model number, such�as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable);�or (B) If not associated with maintenance, the Product Service Code (PSC) of the service being provided; and explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications services and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(1) of�this provision. (2) Disclosure for the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision. If the Offeror has responded ""does"" in the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision, the Offeror shall�provide the following information as part of the offer: (i) For covered equipment-- (A) The entity that produced the covered telecommunications equipment (include entity name,�unique entity identifier, CAGE code, and whether the entity was the OEM or a distributor, if known); (B) A description of all covered telecommunications equipment offered (include brand; model�number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as�applicable); and (C) Explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications equipment and any factors�relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(2) of�this provision. (ii) For covered services-- (A) If the service is related to item maintenance: A description of all covered�telecommunications services offered (include on the item being maintained: Brand; model number, such�as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable);�or (B) If not associated with maintenance, the PSC of the service being provided; and explanation�of the proposed use of covered telecommunications services and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(2) of this provision.� (End Of Provision) 52.204-25 PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING FOR CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT (AUG 2020) (a) Definitions. As used in this clause-- Backhaul means intermediate links between the core network, or backbone network, and the small�subnetworks at the edge of the network (e.g., connecting cell phones/towers to the core telephone�network). Backhaul can be wireless (e.g., microwave) or wired (e.g., fiber optic, coaxial cable, Ethernet). Covered foreign country means The People's Republic of China.� Covered telecommunications equipment or services means-- (1) Telecommunications equipment produced by Huawei Technologies Company or ZTE Corporation (or any subsidiary or affiliate of such entities); (2) For the purpose of public safety, security of Government facilities, physical security surveillance of critical infrastructure, and other national security purposes, video surveillance�Covered telecommunications equipment or services means-- (1) Telecommunications equipment produced by Huawei Technologies Company or ZTE Corporation (or�any subsidiary or affiliate of such entities); (2) For the purpose of public safety, security of Government facilities, physical security�surveillance of critical infrastructure, and other national security purposes, video surveillance�and telecommunications equipment produced by Hytera Communications Corporation, Hangzhou�and telecommunications equipment produced by Hytera Communications Corporation, Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Company, or Dahua Technology Company (or any subsidiary or affiliate of such entities); (3) Telecommunications or video surveillance services provided by such entities or using such�equipment; or (4) Telecommunications or video surveillance equipment or services produced or provided by an�entity that the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Director of National Intelligence or�the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, reasonably believes to be an entity owned or�controlled by, or otherwise connected to, the government of a covered foreign country. Critical technology means-- (1) Defense articles or defense services included on the United States Munitions List set forth�in the International Traffic in Arms Regulations under subchapter M of chapter I of title 22, Code of�Federal Regulations; (2) Items included on the Commerce Control List set forth in Supplement No. 1 to part 774 of�the Export Administration Regulations under subchapter C of chapter VII of title 15, Code of Federal�Regulations, and controlled-- (i) Pursuant to multilateral regimes, including for reasons relating to national security,�chemical and biological weapons proliferation, nuclear nonproliferation, or missile technology; or�(ii) For reasons relating to regional stability or surreptitious listening; (3) Specially designed and prepared nuclear equipment, parts and components, materials, software, and technology covered by part 810 of title 10, Code of Federal Regulations (relating to�assistance to foreign atomic energy activities); (4) Nuclear facilities, equipment, and material covered by part 110 of title 10, Code of Federal�Regulations (relating to export and import of nuclear equipment and material);� (5) Select agents and toxins covered by part 331 of title 7, Code of Federal Regulations, part�121 of title 9 of such Code, or part 73 of title 42 of such Code; or� (6) Emerging and foundational technologies controlled pursuant to section 1758 of the Export�Control Reform Act of 2018 (50 U.S.C. 4817).�Interconnection arrangements means arrangements governing the physical connection of two or more�networks to allow the use of another's network to hand off traffic where it is ultimately delivered� (e.g., connection of a customer of telephone provider A to a customer of telephone company B) or�sharing data and other information resources.�Reasonable inquiry means an inquiry designed to uncover any information in the entity's�possession about the identity of the producer or provider of covered telecommunications equipment or�services used by the entity that excludes the need to include an internal or third-party audit.�Roaming means cellular communications services (e.g., voice, video, data) received from a�visited network when unable to connect to the facilities of the home network either because signal�coverage is too weak or because traffic is too high.�Substantial or essential component means any component necessary for the proper function or�performance of a piece of equipment, system, or service. (b) Prohibition. (1) Section 889(a)(1)(A) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal�Year 2019 (Pub. L. 115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2019,�from procuring or obtaining, or extending or renewing a contract to procure or obtain, any equipment,�system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or�essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. The Contractor�is prohibited from providing to the Government any equipment, system, or service that uses covered�telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or�as critical technology as part of any system, unless an exception at paragraph (c) of this clause�applies or the covered telecommunication equipment or services are covered by a waiver described in�FAR 4.2104. (2) Section 889(a)(1)(B) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub. L. 115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August�13, 2020, from entering into a contract, or extending or renewing a contract, with an entity that�uses any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services�as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any�system, unless an exception at paragraph (c) of this clause applies or the covered telecommunication�equipment or services are covered by a waiver described in FAR 4.2104. This prohibition applies to�the use of covered telecommunications equipment or services, regardless of whether that use is in�performance of work under a Federal contract.� (c) Exceptions. This clause does not prohibit contractors from providing-- (1) A service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or�interconnection arrangements; or (2) Telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or permit�visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles. (d) Reporting requirement. (1) In the event the Contractor identifies covered telecommunications equipment or services�used as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of�any system, during contract performance, or the Contractor is notified of such by a subcontractor at�any tier or by any other source, the Contractor shall report the information in paragraph (d)(2) of�this clause to the Contracting Officer, unless elsewhere in this contract are established procedures�for reporting the information; in the case of the Department of Defense, the Contractor shall report�to the website at https://dibnet.dod.mil. For indefinite delivery contracts, the Contractor shall�report to the Contracting Officer for the indefinite delivery contract and the Contracting Officer(s)�for any affected order or, in the case of the Department of Defense, identify both the indefinite�delivery contract and any affected orders in the report provided at https://dibnet.dod.mil. (2) The Contractor shall report the following information pursuant to paragraph (d)(1) of this�clause: (i) Within one business day from the date of such identification or notification: The contract�number; the order number(s), if applicable; supplier name; supplier unique entity identifier�(if known); supplier Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code (if known); brand; model�number (original equipment manufacturer number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number);�item description; and any readily available information about mitigation actions undertaken or�recommended. (ii) Within 10 business days of submitting the information in paragraph (d)(2)(i) of this�clause: Any further available information about mitigation actions undertaken or recommended.�In addition, the Contractor shall describe the efforts it undertook to prevent use or submission�of covered telecommunications equipment or services, and any additional efforts that will be�incorporated to prevent future use or submission of covered telecommunications equipment or services. (e) Subcontracts. The Contractor shall insert the substance of this clause, including this�paragraph (e) and excluding paragraph (b)(2), in all subcontracts and other contractual instruments,�including subcontracts for the acquisition of commercial items. (End Of Clause) In order to comply with the Debt Collection Improvement Act of 1996, ALL Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered for an award of a Federal contract.� For information regarding registration in SAM, contact the SAM website at www.beta.SAM.gov .� Additionally, each offeror must obtain, and provide with the quote, their nine-digit Dun and Bradstreet (DUNS) number. All questions pertaining to this RFQ must be submitted in writing to donna.l.cohee@noaa.gov� (e-mail only) by� 5:00 PM (ET) on April 20, 2021.� All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency.� Quotes must be submitted via electronic means (e-mail) by 12:00 PM (ET) on April 23, 2021; any award resulting from this RFQ will be made based on meeting contractor/technical qualifications, delivery and price.� Quotes must be submitted electronically via e-mail to donna.l.cohee@noaa.gov .� The anticipated award date is on or about �April 28, 2021.� Contractors are encouraged to register with the beta.SAM.gov Vendor Notification Service as well as the Interested Vendors List for this acquisition (see applicable tab within beta.SAM. gov under Contract Opportunities where this synopsis/solicitation is posted).� � Potential offerors may direct all inquires pertaining to the solicitation in writing to donna.l.cohee@noaa.gov .� Telephonic requests will not be honored.��
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