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81 -- 660 ISO CSC TRICON-CONFIGURED INTERMODAL CONTAINERS SOL DAMT01-98-R-0001 DUE 061998 POC Sarah C. Wiley (703) 681-9770, Tina Parrish (703) 681-5618 WEB: wileys@baileys-emh5.army.mil, wileys@baileys-emh5.army.mil. E-MAIL: wileys@baileys-emh5.army.mil, wileys@baileys-emh5.army.mil. (I) THIS IS A COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION for the purchase of commercial items prepared in accordance with (IAW) 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. (ii) This SOLICITATION NUMBER DAMT01-98-R-0001 is issued as a request for proposals (RFP). (iii) The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through FEDERAL ACQUISITION CIRCULAR (FAC) #97-2, and DEFENSE FEDERAL ACQUISITION CIRCULAR (DFAC) #90-46. (iv) This solicitation is unrestricted. The SIC code is 3441. The small business size standard is 500 employees. (v) CLIN 0001 -- NEW AND UNUSED DRY ISO 1C TRICON CONFIGURED CONTAINER. CLIN 0001AA -Production unit, type 9-1-0533, Qty: 315. CLIN 0001AB -- Production unit, type 9-1-0534, Qty: 345. CLIN 0002 -- Delivery of CLINs 0001AA and AB. CLIN 0002AA -- Delivery to Tobyhanna, PA, qty: 420, (196 x type 9-1-0533, 98 painted Desert Tan, and 98 painted Olive Drab, 224 x type 9-1-0534, 112 painted Desert Tan, and 112 painted Olive Drab). CLIN 0002AB -- Delivery to Albany, GA, Qty: 240, (119 x type 9-1-0533, 121 x type 9-1-0534, all 240 painted Olive Drab.) *NOTE: The delivery date is required due to packing requirements and shipping for the Army pre-positioned stock deployments. (vi) Description of Requirement: 1. All construction will be IAW the Commercial Item Description A-A-65422 dated 24 April 1998 and as specified within this synopsis/solicitation. See commercial item description A-A-65422, dated 24 April 1998. The shelf configuration drawings applicable to this requirement are available by FAX from Sarah Wiley (703) 681-9770, or Tina Parrish (703) 681-5618. 2. New and unused, ISO Dry Freight (New and unused means that it is sealed at the factory and shipped without cargo.) 20' 1C TRICON-configured intermodal container. (Note: when three TRICONs are fastened together, the three units equal the dimensions of a standard 20' ISO dry container. The unit prices noted above are for the individual TRICON units, three of which will be configured into one 20' TRICON unit. 3. POC: Sarah Wiley (703) 681-9770 4. Special Requirements: a. Prototype -- within 21 days after contract award, contractor shall present one certified ISO CSC 20' 1C TRICON configuration for government review. Due to the urgency of the delivery schedule, failure to present the TRICON prototype configuration as required will lead to immediate government action, potentially including default proceedings. b. Paint Colors; Lusterless Desert Tan and Olive Drab IAW commercial container standards (see CLIN schedule for numbers of each paint color) c. Marking: On the sides and back of each individual TRICON unit, centered approximately 2/3 of the way from the bottom, place an emblem representing Force Provider (size approximately 20" wide by 10" high). Graphic design diagram will be provided at the time of contract award. All additional markings shall be as specified in the CID. 5. Standards: The configuration of the three TRICONs fastened together will conform to the CSC ISO certified 20' 1C configured container. (vii) Delivery shall be completed no later than 30 September 1998 to the following locations: Defense Distribution Depot -- Tobyhanna Transportation Office Bldg 1C, Bay 6 Receiving 11 HAP Arnold Boulevard Tobyhanna, PA 18466-5092 Mark for: Force provider, Project Code CIH POC: TBD DODAAC: SW3114 TAC 1 SW 3121 Defense Distribution Depot Albany Building 1221 814 Radford Boulevard Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, GA 31704-1128 TAC II SB3110 Mark For Building 1261, Door 10A Mark For: Force Provider, Project Code (TBD) (viii) FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors, Commercial Items applies and is incorporated by reference. (ix) FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation -- Commercial Items is incorporated by reference and applies to this acquisition. ADDENDUM 52.212-2 Para (a) The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: Technical merit/Business management, and price. Subfactors under Technical Merit are as follows: Delivery capability (delivery date, locations, schedules, and mode of shipment), ability to meet specifications (compliance with ISO requirements, CSC certification, ability to meet ISO standards, compliance with all approvals and certificates, compliance with paint requirements, warranty on paint, compliance with commercial container standards, under-coating, compliance with identification markings, and production plans), ISO certified container production experience (manufacturing procedures, production scheduling, materials, production processes and equipment, availability of qualified personnel, quality assurance/possession of appropriate intermodal equipment ISO certifications), past performance (experience meeting customer required delivery dates with conforming supplies, customer service, and financial stability). Delivery capability and ability to meet specifications are of equal weight. ISO container production experience and past performance are of equal weight. Delivery capability and ability to meet specifications are of greater weight than production experience and past performance. Award will be based upon the best value to the government, price and non-price factors considered. Price is of less weight than technical merit and business management. Past performance will be evaluated on the basis of demonstrated ability to deliver conforming equipment by the required delivery dates, customer service, and financial stability. Customer service includes addressing problems identified in the acquisition process and availability of appropriate personnel to address concerns. (x) Offerors shall include a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, with its offer. (xi) FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items is incorporated by reference and applies to this acquisition. Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP). (xii) FAR 52.212-5 Contracts Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes -- Commercial Items, is incorporated by reference; however, for paragraph (b) only the following provisions apply to this acquisition: 52.212-5 (b), 52.203-6 Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government with ALT I 1995). 52.203-10 Price or Fee Adjustment for Illegal or Improper Activity (SEPT 1990), (41 USC 423). 52.219-8 Utilization of Small Disadvantaged and Women Owned Small Business Concerns (OCT 1995), (15 USC 4212). 52.219-9 Small Business, Small Disadvantaged and Women Owned Small Business Subcontracting Plan (OCT 1995). 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity, 52.222-35 Affirmative Action for Special Disabled and Vietnam Era Veterans (APRIL 1984), (38 USC 4212). 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers (APRIL 1984), (29 USC 793). 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era (JAN 1988), (38 USC 4212). 52.225-9, Buy American Act-Trade Agreements Act-Balance of Payments Program (41 U.S.C. 10, 19 U.S.C. 2501-2582.) 52.247-64, Preference for Privately Owned U.S.-Flag Commercial Vessels (46 U.S.C. 1241). DFARS clause 252-225-7001 Buy American Act and Balance of Payments Program (JAN 1994). (xiii) Additional Requirements: Warranty. The Contractor shall extend to the Government full coverage of any standard commercial warranty normally offered to a similar commercial customer, provided such warranty is available at no additional cost to the Government. Acceptance of the standard commercial warranty does not waive the Government's rights under the "Inspection Clause" nor does it limit the Government's rights with regard to the other terms and conditions of this acquisition. In the event of a conflict, the terms and conditions of this contract shall take precedence over the standard commercial warranty. The standard commercial warranty period shall begin upon final acceptance of the materials listed in the schedule. (xiv) DPAS Rating: N/A (xv) CBDnumber notes: N/A (xvii) One (1) technical and (1) price proposal are due not later than 1500 hours ET, 19 June 1998 at the JTMO, Nassif Bldg., Room 108, 5611 Columbia Pike, Falls Church, VA 22401-5050. To ensure your offer is considered, please telephone Sarah Wiley (703) 681-9770 to confirm that your offer has been received. The evaluation will begin immediately upon receipt of offers. Offerors shall acquaint themselves with the new regulations concerning commercial items acquisition contained at FAR subpart 12 and shall ensure that all Certifications and Representations are executed and returned as called for in this solicitation, and that past performance information is provided as required. (xviii) Your technical proposal shall include detailed production and delivery plans, which will be evaluated based upon your demonstrated ability to produce technically acceptable TRICONS that will meet the 30 September 1998 required delivery date. In addition, your production plan shall include the prototype unit to be delivered within 21 days after contract award. You must also address compliance with all ISO requirements, CSC certification, all ISO standards applicable, compliance with all approvals and certificates as specified in the solicitation and the commercial item description (i.e., TIR, classification, immunization, UIC registration, CSC), paint IAW solicitation requirements, paint warranty and terms, commercial container standards, undercoating, identification markings, production and delivery plans. You shall also include approved Level II engineering drawings for the TRICON units. (xix) You shall include past performance references as follows: a. Specify the name, current telephone number, and contract number for your five most recent commercial or government contracts for the same or similar items. b. For the references provided in paragraph (a) above, include a brief description of the item provided, quantity, and dollar value. Indicate compliance with delivery schedules mandated by the customer. Include any information available concerning your compliance with the specifications. c. The government reserves the right to consult other sources of information concerning your past performance, including but not limited to Dun and Bradstreet, other financial resources, and any other customers. Please include a copy of your most recent Dun and Bradstreet report, if available. Also, please indicate your DUNS number in your response. (xx). You must complete registration in the Central Contractor Registration database to be eligible for DOD contract award after 31 May 1998. The CCR allows DOD vendors to provide basic business information one time to the government. Updates occur annually. The CCR provides worldwide visibility of sources to negotiators and finance officers. You may register by following the procedures below: 1. Access the World Wide Web home page address: http://ccr.edi.disa.mil/ 2. Complete the registration form by following the instructions on the screen. Instructions to FAX the CCR registration form to the appropriate Registration Assistance Center (RAC) are also included on the screen. The RAC number can be obtained by calling (888) 227-2423. 3. Before contract award, the contracting officer MUST verify registration of prospective awardees. If you intend to participate in this procurement and require copies of the commercial item description concerning this specific acquisition, contact Sarah C. Wiley at (703) 681-9770, or Tina Parrish (703) 681-2376. (0149)

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