Operational Contracting Division, 1940 Allbrook Dr, Ste 3 Bldg 1, WPAFB OH 45433-5309

66 -- OPTICAL SPECTRUM ANALYZER SYSTEM SOL F33601-96-R-0131 DUE 062596 POC For Info, ASC/PKWO, 1940 Allbrook Dr Ste 3, WPAFB OH 45433-5309, POC: C Marion, 513-257-5197, Fax No 513-257-7429. The Vis/NIR laboratory at Wright-Patterson AFB OH has a need to measure the optical spectra of experimental optical filters and devices in the laboratory, the spectral response of aircraft displays in the field, and the performance of night vision goggles at extremely low light levels. These types of measurements require an instrument that can measure wavelengths to an accuracy of (0.05 nanometer (nm) at light levels from near daylight down to overcast starlight. The spectral range extends from 380 nm to 930 nm (requiring the low light level capability) with extended coverage out to 1700 nm with a reduced sensitivity allowable. The instrument will need to provide software selectable capability: 1) up to 8 resolution bandpass exit slits, 2) up to 3 diffraction gratings and up to 3 detectors. The instrument will need to be able to make polarization independent measurements. For field use, the instrument will require a telescopic fiber optic and will have to exhibit a degree of portability. The field use is envisioned to be possible using an electrical power inverter rather than batteries. The instrument will need to maintain calibration when using manufacturer provided interchangeable accessories, especially when being used in the field. 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; proposals are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation no. F33601-96-R-0131 is a Request for Proposal (RFP). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 36. The associated Standard Industrial Code (SIC) for this procurement is 3827 and the small business size standard is 500 employees. Contract line item number (CLIN) 0001 is one (1) each Optical Spectrum Analyzer System; Clin 0002 is one (1) each system installation; clin 0003 is one (1) each day on-site training; clin 0004 is a 12 month warranty including parts and labor. Delivery is required within 90 days after contract award, FOB destination to Wright-Patterson AFB OH. The following FAR provisions apply to this solicitation: 52.212-1, Evaluation-Instructions to Offerors-Commercial. The offer must be held open for 120 days; 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items. Evaluation criteria to be included in paragraph (a) of provision 52.212-2 are as follows: (i) technical capability of the item offered to meet the Government requirements; (ii) past performance; (iii) price; in descending order of importance. Technical and past performance, when combined, are significantly more important than price. All offerors are to include with their offers a completed copy of provision 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commerical Items (available upon request). The following FAR clause applies to this acquisition; 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items. The following additional FAR clauses, which are cited in clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders--Commercial Items, are applicable to this acquisition; 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government with Alternate I; 52.203-10, Price or Fee Adjustment for Illegal or Improper Activity; 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns and Small Disadvantaged Business Concerns; 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity; 52.222-35, Affirmative Action for Special Disabled and Vietnam Era Veterans; 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Handicapped Works; 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era; 52.244-6, Subcontract for Commercial Items and Commercial Components. The following additional defense FAR clauses, which are sited in clause 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items, are Applicable to this Acquisition; 252.219-7006, Notice of Evaluation Preference for Small Disadvantaged Business Concerns (Alt I); 252.225-7001, Buy American Act and Balance of Payment Program; 252.225-7012, Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities; 252.225-7014, Preference for Domestic Specialty Metals. All offers should be sent to ASC/PKWOCB, Attn: Cindy Marion, 1940 Allbrook Dr, Ste 3, WPAFB OH 45433-5309. All offers are due 4:00 PM EST on 02 Jul 96. For any information regarding the solicitation contact Cindy Marion at (513) 257-6170. A sources sought was previously accomplished about March 29, 1996. An Ombudsman has been established for this acquisition. The only purpose of the Ombudsman is to receive and communicate serious concerns from potential offerors when an offeror prefers not to use established channels to communicate his/her concern during the proposal development phase of this acquisition. Potential offerors should use established channels to request information, pose questions, and voice concerns before resorting to use of the Ombudsman. Potential offerors are invited to contact ASC's Ombudsman, Col Michael J. Corcoran, ASC/IG, Bldg 14, 1865 Fourth St, Ste 12, Wright-Patterson AFB OH 5433-7126, at (513) 255-0600, with serious concerns only. This solicitation will be issued approx 96 Jun 13. All responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered. No tel requests. Only written or faxed requests received directly from the requestor are acceptable. (0165)

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