Panama Canal Commission, Logistical Support Division, Purchasing & Contracts Branch, Unit 2300, APO, AA 34011-2300

42 -- FACE PIECES AND ACCESSORIES SOL CSP-84516-QN-29 DUE 071796 POC B. Mathieu, Contract Specialist, (507) 272-3735, Luz M. de Pinzon, Contracting Officer, (507) 272-4687 Correction: This action originally publicized in the CBD dated May 31, 1996, was publicized as a regular CBD announcement. 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; BIDS ARE BEING REQUESTED AND A WRITTEN SOLICITATION WILL NOT BE ISSUED. Solicitation No. CSP-84516-QN-29 is issued as an INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB). The solicitation documents and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 90-32. Bidders shall provide unit price, extended amount and total cubic measurement for the following items: Item No. 1: Part No. B-CM211-1M01-1, CUSTOM 4500 MMR with: 60 min. composite cylinder, quick-connect second stage regulator, shoulder mounted quick-fill, medium size black hycar ultraelite face piece, standard rubber head harness and carrying case. Quantity: 15 each. Item No. 2: Part No. 801285, 4500 CYLINDER & VALVE. Quantity: 15 each. Item No. 3: Part No. 801279, 2216 CYLINDER & VALVE. Quantity: 24 each. Item No. 4: Part No. 813546, ULTRAVIEW MMR FACE PIECE DISCONNECT KIT. Quantity: 5 each. Item No. 5: Part No. 455022, HOSE, 3/8 in ID NEOPLENE, 50 foot section, with standard threaded connectors. Quantity: 16 each. The MSA Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, and accessories called for by this CBD synopsis/solicitation have been identified by a BRAND NAME. Bidders quoting on an equal product (including a product of the brand name manufacturer other than the one described) will not be considered for award. DELIVERY: Within forty (40) days, F.O.B. Destination Jefferson, LA, Panama Canal Commission, 6140 Jefferson Highway, Jefferson, LA 70123-5121, OR within seventy (70) days C.I.F./F.O.B. DESTINATION PANAMA, Panama Canal Commission, Bldg. 752-C, Balboa, Republic of Panama, after receipt of notice of award. A differential will be applied to bids quoted on an F.O.B. destination Jefferson, LA, basis versus those quoted on a C.I.F. or F.O.B. destination Panama basis for comparative evaluation. FAILURE TO PROVIDE DELIVERY TERM SELECTED SHALL RENDER YOUR BID NON RESPONSIVE. Provision 52-212-1, Instructions to Offerors--Commercial Items (Oct 1995) applies to this acquisition, with the exception of subparagraphs (d), and (h). BIDDERS SHALL INCLUDE A COMPLETE COPY OF THE PROVISION AT 52.212-3, Offerors Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items (March 1996). with their bid. Clauses 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items (Oct 1995), applies to this acquisition. Clause 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executives Orders-Commercial Items (Oct 1995), applies to this acquisition. Clause 52.214-31, Facsimile Bids applies to this acquisition. Notwithstanding Provision 52.212-1 (11) ''FAILURE TO SIGN THE CERTIFICATE OF PROCUREMENT INTEGRITY WHEN SUBMITTING SEALED BIDS FOR $100K OR ABOVE, SHALL RENDER YOUR BID NONRESPONSIVE.''These clauses and provisions may be accessed Via Internet at URL: http://www.cais.net/pancanal or http://www-far.npr.gov. Bids are due no later than July 17, 1996, at 2:00 p.m., local time, by fax at 011-507-272-5838, or by local mail or courier service at the following address: Panama Canal Commission, Logistical Support Division, Bldg. 5, 1st Floor, Balboa, Ancon, Republic of Panama or by U.S. or via express mail/military service at the following address: Panama Canal Commission, Logistical Support Division, Bldg. 5, 1st Floor, Unit 2300, APO AA 34011-2300. Note: In order to prepare a bidder's mailing list for subject solicitation, please fax your company's name, address, telephone and fax numbers, and point of contact as soon as possible to fax number 011-507-272-7661. Failure to do so will relieve the Panama Canal Commission from the responsibility of providing you with possible amendments or other required information. (0169)

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