Defense Special Weapons Agency, 6801 Telegraph Road, Alexandria, VA 22310-3398

34 -- CABLE CUTTERS SOL DSWA01-98-Q-0027 DUE 031198 POC Susan Benik, Negotiator, (703) 325-6962, Edward Archer, Contracting Officer, (703) 325-5028 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items 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. Solicitation number is DSWA01-98-Q-0027 and is issued as a request for quote. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-02. The provisions at 52.212-1, Instruction to Offerors-Commercial, and any addenda, applies to this acquisition. Provision 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Items, is hereby incorporated with the following factors to be included in paragraph (a): Low responsive, responsible offeror. Offerors must include a completed copy of the provisions at 52.213-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items, with the offer. The clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions, and any addenda, apply to this acquisition. The clause 52.215-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. This acquisition is rated DX-C9E under the Defense Priorities and Allocations Systems. CLIN 0001 -- Cable Cutting System. The Defense Special Weapons Agency (DSWA) will now provide three (3) auxiliary cable cutting systems to cut the cables from the dismantled submarines into shorter lengths compatible with the previously provided metal recovery systems. The cable cutter shall be capable of processing cable up to 50 mm (2") in diameter. The material to be processed shall consist of mono-conductor and multi-core cables of aluminum and copper with rubber and plastic insulation. Vendors must provide information that details how the proposed product meets the specifications outlined below, which the cable cutting system must meet, including, but not limited to, product brochures and pictures. The specifications are as follows: a. Capable of running on 50 Hz, 220V, 3 phase AC electric power; b. The motor shall be rated at least 10 HP, c. Hydraulic cutting blade operation with a 90 ton cutting power; d. Operating rate of at least 10 cuts per minute inclusive with the cutting blades in the fully extended position; e. Blade length of at least 16 inches; f. The unit shall include a safety screen fitted to cover the cutting area and protect the operator from cut pieces; g. The blade shall be capable of being operated by a foot control; h. Safety warnings and control labels shall be printed in English and Russian. All necessary accessories for system start-up and operation shall be furnished by the Contractor. CLIN 0002 Spare parts: Each cable chopper shall be provided with a set of spares and consumables. Bidders shall propose and cost recommended spares list and consumables to insure system operation for a period of one (1) year. The amount shall be based on a 40 hour per week usage at maximum rated capacity. CLIN 0003 One (1) copy of the operations and maintenance manuals shall be provided with each item of equipment in English and Russian, if available. The unit shall also be supplied with instructions on how to install and calibrate the unit in English and Russian, if available. If only English versions are available, the contractor shall supply the manuals to DSWA/PMRC NLT 30 days after contract award so they can be translated. CLIN 0004 The vendor shall provide training for two (2) representatives of the Cooperative Threat Reduction Logistic Support (CLS) contractor, Hughes Technical Services Company, who would provide training in turn to Russian personnel. Training shall consist of instruction in installation and calibration, as well as the basic operation of the unit and routine maintenance requirements. The training shall take place at a CONUS location designated by the offeror. We assume that the training would be undertaken just prior to shipment. CLIN 0005 Loading, Packing, Marking, Documentation, and Shipping for this item, see the DSWA home page at http//www.dswa.mil under Procurement Opportunities, Current Procurement Opportunities, Current DSWA Solicitations; title: "Cable Cutters". Delivery at FOB Destination (Sterling, VA) by 45 days after award. This is an unrestricted procurement. FAR 252.246-7000, Material Inspection and Receiving Report (Dec 91) is hereby incorporated in this solicitation. In case it may later be found necessary for the Contracting Officer to issue an amendment, offerors must provide written address information to Susan Benik at FAX (703) 325-9291. The address information must be provided before the RFQ closing date, specifically, within two (2) days of the CBD publication date. Questions should be addressed to Susan Benik at (703) 325-6962. Information DSWA solicitations, already released, can be obtained on the DSWA Hotline at (703) 325-1173. Acquisition Management has added "Procurement Opportunities" to the DSWA Home Page available on the World Wide Web. Information will include this synopsis and more. Please checkus out at www.dswa. mil. Reference Synopsis No. 98-66 (0057)

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