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F -- SERVICES, PICK UP AND DISPOSAL OF USED ANTIFREEZE FROM FORT HOOD, TEXAS SOL DAKF48-98-Q-0200 DUE 072298 POC Robbie Alicea, (254)287-5820 E-MAIL: mabej@hood-emh3.army.mil, alicear@hood-emh3.army.mil. R-This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in 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. This solicitation is issued as Request for Quote No. DAKF48-98-Q-0200. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-3. THIS ACQUISITION IS 100% SET ASIDE FOR SMALL BUSINESSES. The Standard Industrial Classification is 8999 ($5 Million). Solicitation is for the pick up and disposal of used antifreeze from Fort Hood, Texas for a base period and four one-year options. CLIN 0001 -- estimated 30,000 gallons; CLIN 1001 -- estimated 30,000 gallons; CLIN 2001 -- estimated 30,000 gallons; CLIN 3001 -- estimated 30,000 gallons; CLIN 4001 -- estimated 30,000 gallons. Used antifreeze will be picked up and transported off of Fort Hood to an authorized recycle center/disposal site during the life of this contract. The base period is anticipated to start 1 August 1998 and end 31 July 1999. DESCRIPTION OF WORK: Contractor shall provide all labor, material, and transportation necessary for the disposal of used antifreeze collected at the Directorate of Public Works Classification Unit, Fort Hood, Texas. Contractor shall collect all used antifreeze generated that has a freezing point no greater than +20. The pH shall be no lower than 7.5 and no greater than 11.0 to be in acceptable range for recycling. The contractor shall pump used antifreeze from a Government owned storage tank until the trace element oil becomes visible. The contractor shall be notified verbally or in writing by the Contracting Officer or the designated representative to arrange for pick up of stored used antifreeze. Minimum quantities. The contractor is not obligated to pick up less than 1000 gallons of used antifreeze, make a single pick up of more than 4,000 gallons, be required to pick up more frequently then every five working days, or perform after completion of the final delivery order for services. Contractor shall possess all applicable licenses and permits required by Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations regarding environmental pollution, protection, and enhancement. Contractor shall possess and provide current registration to transport and process used antifreeze. Contractor shall provide the Government with appropriate Certificates of Recycle ten days from notice of contract award. Contractor shall be liable for all costs associated with cleanup of spills or ground water pollution occurring as a result of the contractor's transportation, storage, reclamation, or disposal of used antifreeze. Contractor shall ensure that all shipments are accompanied by a General Bill of Lading which reflects the total poundage collected and transported from Fort Hood, and any and all information required to complete the Texas Annual Recycle Report. Any subcontracting opportunities associated with this contract shall carry the same requirements set forth for the prime contractor, and evidence of like qualifications will be provided to the Government prior to any handling of used antifreeze by a subcontractor. The FOB point and acceptance is DPW Classification Unit, Fort Hood, Texas. Each contractor shall provide a brief description of how used antifreeze will be handled through their recycling process. The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial applies to this acquisition. The provision at 52.212-2 does not apply to this acquisition. A completed copy of the provision at FAR 52-212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications shall be included with their offer. The provision at 52-212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition with the following addenda: (I) is changed to add that the Government's preferred method of payment for all service/supply contracts is the Government Credit Card. Invoices shall be submitted to the Directorate of Contracting, ATTN: Contract Administration Division, Fort Hood, Texas 76544 at the completion of the required services. If the contractor does not accept the Government credit card, he or she must accept payment by electronic funds transfer from the servicing OPLOC Finance Center. The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items applies to this acquisition, and specifically the following clauses: 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (E.O. 11246); 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers (29 U.S.C. 793); 52.222-41, Service Contract Act of 1965, As Amended (41 U.S.C. 351, et seq.); 52.222-42, Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires (29 U.S.C. 206 and 41 U.S.C. 351, et seq.); 52.222-43, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Act -- Price Adjustment (29 U.S.C. 206 and 41 U.S.C. 351, et seq.); 52.222-44, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Act -- Price Adjustment (29 U.S.C. 206 and 41 U.S.C. 351, et seq.). Current wage determination is provided for information purposes only -- Truck Driver, Medium Truck -- $11.56; 20% fringe benefits. Bids are due by 3:00 p.m., Central Time, 22 July 1998 to the address provided above. The POC for this action is Robbie Alicea, Contract Specialist (254)287-5820. SEE Note 1. Posted 07/07/98. (0188)

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