Bureau of Reclamation, Contracts Group, 1150 N. Curtis Road, Suite 100, Boise, Idaho 83706-1234

23 -- CHASSIS AND CAB TRUCKS, PICK-UP TRUCKS SOL 1425-98-SQ-1-00350 DUE 061998 POC Sue Fraser, 208-378-5103 E-MAIL: Click here to contact the contracting officer via, sfraser@pn.usbr.gov. The Bureau of Reclamation, PN Region, Boise, Idaho has the following requirement for five chassis and cab trucks; and two pick-up, super-cab trucks. At this time we anticipate awarding to Ford Motor Company, PO Box 1899, Deerborn, MI 48121. This acquisition is not a set-aside. 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 will not be issued. The Request for Quotes (RFQ) and statement are issued as RFQ 1425-98-SQ-10-00350. The RFQ incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-4. The standard industrial classification is 3713 and the small business size standard is 500 employees. CLIN 001: 5 each F-450, 4X4, Chassis and Cab Trucks, minimum requirements are 141' wheelbase, 60' cab axle, oxford white cc exterior color, vinyl bench seat graphite color interior, full wheel covers, xl trim, front tow hooks, manual tt mirrors, 7.3L turbo diesel, 6-speed od-hd, LT225 bsw a-t, 4.88 reg axle gear ratio, frt lic bracket, 15,000 # gvwr pkg, eng. blk heater, spare tire/wheel, air conditioner, am/fm elec cass, pto prov trans, us gal auxiliary gas tank . CLIN 002: 2 each F-350, 4X4, Pick-Up, Super Cab Trucks, minimum requirements are oxford white clearcoat, medium graphite cloth or vinyl, xl trim, front tow hooks, manual locking hubs, am/fm elec cass, 7.3L power stroke trbo diesel, 6-spd manual o/d-hd trans, LT265/75rx16e bsw all-terrain, 3.73 ratio regular axle, trailer towing package, front license plate bracket, 9900 # gvwr package, engine block heater, spare tire and wheel all terrain, speed control/tilt steering wheel, manual trailer tow mirror, air conditioning -- cfc free, power takeoff prov trans, argent rear step bumper, trailer hitch receiver, rear bench seat, cloth or vinyl bench seat. Following are the applicable provisions and contract clauses incorporated by reference: 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial Items (Apr 1998); 52.212-2 Evaluation -- Commercial Items (Oct 1997); 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items (Jan 1997); 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items (Apr 1998); 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items (Apr 1998) . NOTE: FAR Provision 52.212-3 must be completed and returned with your offer. If you need a copy contact us at 208-378-5103. FAR Provision 52.212-2 indicates this will purchase will be awarded based on best value. We will evaluate based on the following criteria: whether your offer meets the requirements and secondly price. Technical compliance will weigh heavier in the evaluation than price. FAR Clause 52.212-5 paragraph (b) is tailored to incorporate the following clauses by reference: 52.203-6, 52.219-8, 52.222-26, 52.222-35, 52.222-36, 52.222-37, 52.225-3, 52.225-9. Offerors must submit descriptive literature, warranty information, service center locations, price, and delivery schedule for each CLIN. Offers are to be submitted to Bureau of Reclamation, Attn: Sue Fraser, 1150 N Curtis Road, Ste 100, Boise, ID 83706-1234. The delivery address for the vehicles is Bureau of Reclamation, 230 Collins Road, Bldg. 7, Boise, ID 83702. (0149)

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