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70 -- METAPHASE PRODUCT DATA MANAGEMENT SYSTEM SOL 53SBNB6C9294 DUE 092496 POC Diane Loeb (301) 975-6399, Sharon Farinholt (301) 975-6339 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in 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 53SBNB6C9294 and the solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 90-33. The standard industrial classification (SIC) Code is 7373. This requirement is a specific make or model acquisition for the Metaphase Product Data Management System which will be used for the following: 1) As a joint work project with the Rapid Response Manufacturing Consortium; 2) To evaluate proposed standard interfaces for manufacturing software systems such as the product data management system and work flow management system; and 3) as a data repository system to manage standard engineering data and standard engineering data inferfaces for a number of engineering projects. The Contract Line Item Number (CLINs) are as follows: CLIN 0001 one(1) #MWM-SOL2-OMF-S, Object Management Framework Server; CLIN 0002 one(1) #MWM2-SOL2-OMF-C, Object Management Framework Client; CLIN 0003 four (4) #MWM2-SOL2-RTU-OMF-C, Object Management Framework Client RTU; CLIN 0004 one(1) Image Services View/Anotate; CLIN 0005 one(1) #MWM2-SOL2-LCM, Life Cycle Manager; CLIN 0006 one(1) #MWM2-SOL2-APC, Advanced Product Configurator; ClIN 0007 one(1) #MWM2-SOL2-PFM, Part Family Manager; CLIN 0008 one(1) #MWM2-SOL2-CCM, Change Control Manager; CLIN 0009 one(1) #MWM2-SOL2-PSM, Product Structure Manager; CLIN 0010 one(1) #MWM2-SOL2-PROE, Pro/Engineer Interface; CLIN 0011 one(1) #MWM2-SOL2-INT, Integrator Toolkit; CLIN 0012 eighty(80) hours #CON-01, Consulting Services for Product Installation and Product Configuration; CLIN 0013 one(1) #TRNS-01, Metaphase Usage and Administration Training Class; CLIN 0014 one(1) #TRNS-02, Metaphase Customization and Integration Training Class. Contractor to provide products training to 5 students at contractor's training center. Training should include all training materials, manuals, hardware and software. The offeror shall provide one set of the most current version of user manuals and publications for all items provided under this contract. The offeror shall include the same warranty terms offered to the general public in customary commercial practices. NIST requires delivery of the system FOB Destination Gaithersburg, MD within 30 days after award. The place of delivery is: NIST, THRU:Shipping and Receiving, Bldg 301, TO: Bldg 220/A127, Gaithersburg, MD 20899. The provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial, applies to this acquisition. FAR provision 52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Items applies with the following specific evaluation criteria to be included in paragraph (a): (I) price, (ii) technical capability of the items offered to meet the Governments requirement; and, (iii) past performance/experience. Evaluation of the specific evaluation criteria will be based on information submitted in response to this RFQ. It is recommended that information be included which demonstrates that the items offered meet all the requirements identified in this combined synopsis/solicitation. In addition, past performance/experience will be evaluated (include contact points, telephone numbers, and a description of the items). Information which merely offers to furnish an item in accordance with the requirements of the Government or does not address a requirement contained herein will be evaluated based on this information or lack of information. Offerors are cautioned to submit quotes on the most favorable basis, since the Government may elect to make an award without further discussions or negotiations. Award shall be made to the offeror submitting the lowest priced technically acceptable offer. Offerors shall include completed copy of FAR provision 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items, with its offer. The clause at 52,212-4, Contract Terms and conditions-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. FAR clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition and includes the following FAR clauses: FAR 52.222.26, Equal Opportunity; FAR 52.222-35, Affirmative Action for Special Disabled and Vietnam Era Veterans; FAR 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era; FAR 52.225-3, Buy American Act-Supplies; FAR 52.225-18, European Community Sanctions for End Products; and, FAR 52.225-21, Buy American Act-NAPHTHA Implementation Act-Balance of Payments Program, applies to this acquisition. Interested parties shall submit a quote and information pertaining to this requirement, which includes but should not be limited to, the 11 items outlined in FAR 52.212-1(b) and information which responds to the requirements set forth in this announcement. The offeror shall demonstrate authorization by OEM the ability to install, configure, and train individuals on the Metaphase Product Data Management System. Responses are to be submitted to NIST, Acquisition and Assistance Div., Bldg 301, Rm B117, Gaithersburg, MD 20899, ATTN: Diane Loeb, Solicitation No.: 53SBNB6C9198. Quotes and information pertaining to this requirements must be received by 3:00 p.m. EST September 24, 1996. Responses received at the address specified for the receipt of quotes and information after the exact time specified for receipt of offers will not be considered. For information regarding this solicitation contact Diane Loeb, Contract Specialist, telephone number (301)975-6399 or FAX (301)963-7732. (0253)

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