AFFTC/PKAB, Directorate of Contracting, 5 S Wolfe Ave, Edwards AFB CA 93524-1185

J -- MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS SOL F04700-96-T7637 POC Tamia True, Contract Negotiator, (805) 277-3900 x2263 John Adair, Contracting Officer, (805) 277-3900 x2230. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services 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. The solicitation number is F04700-96T7637. This is a Request for Proposal. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through FAC 90-40 and DAC 91-10. This acquisition is 100% small business set aside. Standard industrial classification code: 7699. Small Business Size Standard: $5.0M. The acquisition includes one line item for test, maintenance and overhaul of Scott model 2.2 and 4.5 MSA Ultralite and Interspirolite Breathing Apparatus according to manufacture's recommendations to include: one year functional check on breathing valve, two year functional check on pressure reducers, overhaul, all test results, Pass or Fail, in writing. Upon request, replacement of mask, and, supply and install donning switches to regulators, communications systems, Inspirohatch on mask, and, replace rubber harness on mask with webbing. Accomplish all the required tests, maintenance, and overhaul of SCBA & DOT cylinders, both high pressure (4500 psi) and low pressure (2000 psi) to include: hydrostatic testing of cylinders (at the DOT's required interval), check all cylinders for leaks after being hydrostatically tested, fill SCBA cylinders with breathing air, paint cylinders white with a 2'' reflectorized green band below cylinder neck (upon request only), insert clear plastic sleeve around cylinder body to protect painted surface (upon request only), provide all test results, Pass or Fail, in writing. When directed by user provide a 5-day turnaround time from delivery of apparatus until completed. Normal turnaround time will not exceed two weeks. Contractor must be certified by Scott and Interspiro to perform all work. Period of performance for this contract is 1 Oct 96 through 30 Sep 97 with the Government having the options to extend the contract for four years. FAR provision 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors--Commercial applies. Proposals will be evaluated on total contract value to include all options. Offerors must include a completed copy of FAR provision 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications--Commerical Items, with the offer. FAR clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions--Commerical Items, applies. FAR clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes Or Executive Orders--Commercial Items, applies. Applicable FAR Clauses cited in 52.212-5 are: 52.222-42 Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires, 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity, 52.222-35 Affirmative Action for Special Disabled and Vietnam Era Veterans, 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers, and 52.222-41 Service Contract Act. Other FAR Clauses included are: 52.217-5 Evaluation of Options, 62.222-21 Certification of Nonsegregated Facilities, 52.232-1 Payments, 52.232-8 Discounts for Prompt Payment and 52.233-1 Disputes. Contract Tamia A. True 805-277-3900 x2263 for information regarding this solicitation. Offers are due to the Air Force Flight Test Center, Directorate of Contracting, 5 South Wolfe Ave, Edwards AFB CA 93524-1185, on 27 Sep 96 at 3:00 p.m. (0256)

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