18 Contracting Squadron, Attn: LGCW, Unit 5199, APO AP 96368-5199

62 -- FLUORESCENT BULBS SOL F62321-97-QS789 DUE 102797 POC TSgt Vann or TSgt Blanchard FAX 011 81 611 734 4796 E-MAIL: Contact the Contracting Officer, vannb@emh.kadena.af.mil. 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 SHALL NOT BE ISSUED. Solicitation #F2321-97QS789 -- Request for Quotations. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the 1997 FAR Rewrite. SIC code -- 3641. This acquisition is for CLIN 0001 -- 2,411 boxes (15 bulbs per box) of Spiralux compact fluorescent bulbs, volts: 120, wattage: 20, lumens: 1200, overall length: 5 1/8". Replacement for 75 watt incandescent bulbs. CLIN 0002 -- 150 Boxes (10 bulbs per box) of cylindrical compact fluorescent bulbs, volts: 120, wattage: 16, lumens: 800, overall length: 5.4". CLINS 0001 and 0002 shall be brand name or equal. Delivery shall be 30 days ARO. Proposals shall include optional shipping charges and times as follows: Shipments via US Mail to APO AP 96368, Lathrop, CA., and air freight to Okinawa, Japan. US Mail is the preferred shipping method and all charges shall be FOB Destination. Speed of delivery is an evaluation criteria. The provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial Items (June 1997), applies to this acquisition with no addenda. Evaluation is based on best value, cost, delivery time, ability to meet technical requirements, and past performance. Offerors shall include a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items (January 1997) with its offer. The clause at FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items (May 1997) applies to this acquisition. In addition to the guidance contained in FAR 52.212-4, contractors shall submit proof of delivery with their invoices. Proof of delivery may be in the form of a bill of lading or other shipping document signed by the receiving office. Invoices received without proof of delivery shall not be accepted. FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items (August 1996) applies to this acquisition. However, only the following clauses in paragraph (b) apply: 52.203-6 Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government, with Alternate I (July 1995), 52.203-10 Price or Fee Adjustment for Illegal or Improper Activity (January 1997), 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (April 1984), 52.222-35 Affirmative Action for Special Disabled and Vietnam Era Veterans (April 1984), 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers (April 1984), 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era (January 1988). Offers are due no later than 27 October 97 by 1600 hours, Japan Standard Time. Inquiries shall only be accepted by FAX or email. Offers shall be accepted via FAX only. (0258)

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