Commander, USAINSCOM SPT Bn (PROV), Attn: IASB-DCO, 8825 Beulah Street, Fort Belvoir, VA 22060-5246

J -- ANTENNA TOWER REPAIR SOL DAHC90-97-Q-0001 DUE 031997 POC Contact Linda Montgomery, 703/706-2777/Contracting Officer, Cheryl Jamison, 703/706-2766 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a commercial item (service) prepared in accordance with 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. This solicitation is issued as a request for quote (RFQ). The solicitation document incorporates provisions and clauses that are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 90-45. It is anticipated the resulting order will be awarded a sole source basis to Antenna Products, Incorporated at Mineral Wells, Texas and the proposed contract action is for services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302. Period of performance is April 15, 1997 through November 30, 1997. The statement of work is as follows. Contractor shall replace damaged Antenna Products Corporation Type TS-9A tower elevation and positioning systems (also known as elevator systems) located at U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command sites in Korea. Contractor shall (1) remove the existing 1,000 lb. capacity elevator systems, replace each with a manually operated elevator system capable of safely hoisting an AS-3655/G or equivalent antenna, and demonstrate that capability on all towers. And (2), Inspect/Test, and as required, correct tension, align, plumb, seal, or refurbish all nine TS-9A self-supporting towers. The changes, and subsequent tower refurbishments at all the Detachments (locations) shall be accomplished with minimum mission loss to the 751st MIBN mission. Contractor shall provide all labor, tools, coatings, and materials required to replace the damage tower/elevator systems, and correct all TS-9A tower deformities or deficiencies. Contractor shall bring towers/elevator systems up to standards; effectively doubling the current life-cycle utility of the tower, to carry an AS-3655 Antenna, capable of withstanding 100 mph winds and 1 inch of radialice. The contractor shall demonstrate the elevator systems' capability by safely transporting the AS-3655/G antenna to the ground, and then return and re-install the antenna to the correct azimuth on the tower, properly preserving all junctions disturbed in tension or plumb adjustment. Dismantled elevator system materials shall be moved to a location that is mutually agreeable to both the contractor and the site point of contact for final disposition by the government. Contractor shall certify (1) the correction of the elevator systems' structure and elevator shortcomings denoted the 1995 site survey, conducted by Antenna Products and USAINSCOM Antenna Certification, Evaluation, and Repair (ACER) personnel; and (2) provide the Government a statement of warranty on materials, to include any sub-contracted/purchased materials, workmanship, and conditions under which this warranty is binding upon the contractor. The following deliverables are required (1) Quality Assurance manufacturing, packaging, installation, and acceptance test plan; (2) elevator system replacement and tower refurbishment schedule; (3) update and change pages to the TS-9A self supporting tower technical manuals; (4) list of materials, tools, and items required; (5) on-site training plan; and (6) packaging list. The Government will (1) ship all tools and materials via Government Bill of Lading (GBL); (2) coordinate and track the GBL movement of tools and materials to and from South Korea; (3) distribute elevator assemblies to the Detachments; (4) return to continental United States via GBL shipment of all tools and materials; (5) coordinate any customs requirements for import and export of GBL; and (6) provide for logistics support which is the use of PX, billeting accommodations, medical services, and legal support. Inspection and Acceptance: The Government will inspect and accept the elevator systems' at destination in Korea. The following Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) provisions and clauses apply to this solicitation: FAR 52.252-1, Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (June 1988); FAR 52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated by Reference (June 1988); FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial Items (Oct 1995); FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items (Oct 1995) (NOTE: For provision FAR 52.212-3- The offeror must provide written representations and certifications); FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items (Oct 1995); FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items (Oct 1995); to include FAR 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government, with Alternate I (41 U.S.C. 253g and 10 U.S.C. 2402); FAR 52.203-10, Price or Fee Adjustment for Illegal or Improper Activity (41 U.S.C. 423); FAR 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns and Small Disadvantaged Business Concerns (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(2) and (3)); FAR 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (E.O. 11246); FAR 52.222-35, AffirmativeAction for Special Disabled and Vietnam Era (38 U.S.C. 4212); FAR 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers (29 U.S.C. 793); FAR 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era (38 U.S.C. 4212); and FAR 52.233-3, Protest after Award (Aug 1996). The following Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) provisions and clauses apply to this solicitation: DFARS 252.212-7000, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items (Nov 1995) (NOTE: For provision FAR 52.212-7000-The offeror must provide written representations and certifications); DFARS 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders -- Applicable to Defense Acquisitions or Commercial Items (Nov 1995) to include DFARS 252.225-7001, Buy American Act and Balance of Payment Program (41 U.S.C. 10, E.O. 10582); DFARS 252.225-7007, Trade Agreements (10 U.S.C. 2501-2582); and DFARS 252.225-7014, Preference for Domestic Specialty Metals (10 U.S.C. 2241 note), DFARS 252.227-7037, Validation of Restrictive Markings on Technical Data (10 U.S.C. 2321); and DFARS 252.233-7000, Certification of Claims and Requests for Adjustment or Relief (May 1994). Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit quotes. However, all quotes received within 15 days after date of publication of this synopsis will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete with this quote contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. All responsible sources should submit a quote to U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM), Directorate of Contracting Operations, 8825 Beulah Street, Ft. Belvoir, VA 22060-5246. Quote shall be received by 1:00 PM, March 19, 1996.***** (0062)

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