NASA/Ames Research Center, JA:M/S 241-1, Moffett Field, CA 94035-1000

A -- DEBAULKING TABLE SOL RFQ2-36687 DUE 012899 POC Lana J. Clemon, Contracting Officer, Phone (650) 604-5830, Fax (650) 604-4646, Email ljones-clemon@mail.arc.nasa.gov WEB: Click here for the latest information about this notice, http://nais.nasa.gov/EPS/ARC/date.html#RFQ2-36687. E-MAIL: Lana J. Clemon, ljones-clemon@mail.arc.nasa.gov. This notice is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6 and 13.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This procurement is being conducted under the Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP). I.Purpose: This specification provides the requirements for the procurement, manufacture, performance, reliability, inspection and acceptance of one(1) Heated Vacuum Debulking and Curing Table II.Intended Use: The Heated Vacuum Debulking and Curing Table described herein is intended for use within the Aeronautics and Space Flight Hardware Development Division (FM), NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Federal Airfield, CA (NASA-Ames) by the Advanced Composites and Metals Development Branch (FMD). III. Functional Requirements: All upgrades and enhancements shall be modular and field installable. IV.General Machine Requirements: A.Construction shall include the following: 1.The Heated Vacuum Debulking and Curing Table shall have the following minimums. Work Space Dimensions (inside dimensions), Width -- forty-eight (48) inches, Depth -- forty-eight (48) inches, Height -- thirty-four (34) inches. 2.The Heated Vacuum Debulking and Curing Tables shall be constructed of steel per current manufacturing standards and have welded steel tube frame with locking castors. 3.The Heated Vacuum Debulking and Curing Tables panels shall have one zone configuration with a high tear strength and reversion resistant silicone rubber reusable vacuum bag assembly. 4.The Heated Vacuum Debulking and Curing Tables shall have a manual controllers for table temperature and high limit protection. 5.The Heated Vacuum Debulking and Curing Tables shall have an over temperature alarm. 6.The Heated Vacuum Debulking and Curing Tables shall have a bench top heat tables. 7.The Heated Vacuum Debulking and Curing Tables shallhave a continuous operating maximum temperature of four hundred fifty (4500F) degrees Fahrenheit. B.Controller shall include the following function controls: 1.The Heated Vacuum Debulking and Curing Tables shall consist of programmable controls. 2.The controller shall have an electric vacuum pump. 3.The controller shall have an eductor vacuum pump. 4.The controller shall have a scanner and printer record T/C's and vacuum. 5.The controller shall have a strip chart. V Applicable Specifications, Codes, and Standards: A.The latest revisions of the following specifications, codes, and standards are included as a portion of this specification .Detailed requirements listed in this specification shall override any contradictory portion of the following specifications, codes, and standards. 1.The Heated Vacuum Debulking and Curing Table shall be designed and constructed to the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.Associated piping shall be designed and constructed to ASME B31 Code.The Heated Vacuum Debulking and Curing Table shall be code stamped in accordance with the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (Certified as such, with documentation). 2.The system shall meet or exceed all applicable OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration), ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers), and ANSI (American National Standards Institute) standards related to this type of equipment. 3.Equipment shall meet or exceed all applicable NEC (National Electrical Code, 1984), NEMA (National Engineers Manufacturing Association), and NFPA (National Fire Protection Association, specifically the Electrical Standards for Metal Working Machines -- 1979-1980) standards for electrical controls, devices, and construction. 4.The Joint Industrial Council (JIC) Electronic Standards for Mass Production Equipment and General Purpose Machine Tools EL-l-71. 5.National Aerospace Standard (NAS) 972, Glossary of Manufacturing Equipment Terms. VI.Safety Features: A.All locations for operation, set-up, and maintenance shall be reasonably accessible. B.All mechanical drives (gears, belts, shafts, etc.) shall be guarded per OSHA standards.All potential pinch points shall be guarded and color coded. VII.Paint/Finish: A.The exterior surfaces of the machine shall be painted.Moving parts and pinch points shall be painted in accordance to OSHA color code. VIII.Utility Requirements: The Government will provide all utilities to within approximately ten (10) feet of the system's installation. A.At least 30 calendar days before shipment of the Heated Vacuum Debulking and Curing Table, the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer in writing as to the electrical, water, and compressed air requirements needed to operate the Heated Vacuum Debulking and Curing Table. B.At least 30 calendar days before shipment of the Heated Vacuum Debulking and Curing Table, the Contractor shall furnish to the Contracting Officer a schematic showing the location of where the utilities described above shall connect to the Heated Vacuum Debulking and Curing Table being supplied in order to assist the Government in expediting the site preparation. IX. Documentation (3 copies of each): A.Operating manual. B.Maintenance manual. C.Assembly/sub-assembly mechanical drawings. D.Electrical schematics. E. Recommended parts list. F. Spare parts current price list and lead time. X.Start Up and Training: Within two (2) weeks of delivery to the Government, and at a time mutually agreed upon between the Contractor and the Government, the Contractor shall perform the following: A.Provide the necessary hardware and make the final connections to the utility points described in Item VIII, Utility Requirements. B.Set up, inspect, and adjust the machine. C.Demonstrate that the machine performs all of the functions it was designed for, and meets all specifications of this contract. D.Provide up to three (3) days of operator and maintenance training to Government personnel at NASA Ames Research Center.The training shall cover: 1.General operation. 2.General maintenance. 3.Trouble-shooting. XI. Warranty and Field Service and Parts Availability: A.Warranty: 1.The manufacturer shall warrant all products supplied in compliance with this specification to be free from defects in materials and workmanship.This compliance shall be for a minimum period of twelve (12) months from the day of equipment final acceptance.The Government will notify the manufacturer in writing of the acceptance date within five (5) working days. 2.The Electric Motors (excluding brushes on electric servo motors) components shall be warranted for a period of twelve (12) months after final acceptance. 3.The manufacturer shall repair or replace all items found defective at no charge to the Government in accordance with the provisions of this warranty.Warranty coverage includes all parts, materials, and service labor. 4.Any mechanism that fails to perform within its rated functional and environmental limitation shall be corrected at no charge to the Government. 5.Government release or approval of technical data submitted by the manufacturer shall not release the manufacture from full compliance with the provisions of the warranty. 6.The Government may return defective items to the manufacturer at manufacturer's expense for repair or replacement provided. 7.The manufacturer's inspection confirms item is defective. 8.The Government notifies the manufacturer of defect and confirms that the item has been properly installed, maintained, and operated in accordance with rated limits and the manufacturer's instructions. 9.Repaired or replacement items shall be returned to the Government prepaid. 10.Pending resolution of questions of warranty responsibility, the manufacturer shall proceed immediately to correct any noted defective parts and make necessary repairs. 11.Toll free telephone number shall be provided for technical service support. B.Field Service and Parts Availability During Warranty Period1.The Offeror and the manufacturer of the Heated Vacuum Debulking and Curing Table shall insure that all authorized service under warranty shall be available at NASA-Ames Research Center, N212, no later than five (5) working days after request is made, and that all parts and assemblies for replacement under warranty be at NASA-Ames Research Center, N212, no later than seven (7) working days after the request is made, for the duration of the warranty. The provisions and clauses in the RFQ are those in effect through FAC 97-09. This procurement is a total small business set-aside. See Note 1. The SIC code and the small business size standard for this procurement are 3544 and 500, respectively. The quoter shall state in their quotation their size status for this procurement. All qualified responsible business sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency. Delivery to NASA Ames Research Center, Receiving Section, Mail Stop 255-3, Moffett Field, CA 94035-1000 is required within 120 days ARO. Please contact Robert T. Lockyer, (650) 604-5413 prior to delivery. Delivery shall be FOB Destination. The DPAS rating for this procurement is DO-C9. Quotations for the items(s) described above may be mailed or faxed to Lana Jones Clemon, NASA Ames Research Center, Center Operations Branch(JAC)M/S 241-1, Moffett Field, CA 94035-1000 or FAX: (650)604-5830 by the date/time specified and include, solicitation number, FOB destination to this Center, proposed delivery schedule, discount/payment terms, warranty duration (if applicable), taxpayer identification number (TIN), identification of any special commercial terms, and be signed by an authorized company representative. Quoters are encouraged to use the Standard Form 1449, Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items form found at URL: http://procure.arc.nasa.gov/Acq/Forms/Index.html to submit a quotation. Quoters shall provide the information required by FAR 52.212-1. If the end product(s) quoted is other than domestic end product(s) as defined in the clause entitled "Buy American Act -- Supplies," the quoter shall so state and shall list the country of origin. The Representations and Certifications required by FAR 52.2l2-3 may be obtained via the internet at URL: http://ec.msfc.nasa.gov/msfc/pub/reps_certs/sats/ FAR 52.212-4 is applicable. FAR 52.212-5 is applicable and the following identified clauses are incorporated by reference are:52.222-26,52.222-35,52.222-36, 52.222-37,52.225-3,52.222-42 Questions regarding this acquisition must be submitted in writing no later than January 26, 1999. Quotations are due by January 28, 1999 to the address specified above and to the attention of the Bid Depository. Award will be based upon overall best value to the Government, with consideration given to the factors of proposed technical merits, price and past performance; other critical requirements (i.e., delivery) if so stated in the RFQ will also be considered. Unless otherwise stated in the solicitation, for selection purposes, technical, price and past performance are essentially equal in importance. It is critical that offerors provide adequate detail to allow evaluation of their offer (see FAR 52.212-1(b). Quoters must provide copies of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representation and Certifications -- Commercial Items with their quote. See above for where to obtain copies of the form via the Internet. An ombudsman has been appointed -- See Internet Note "B". (Prospective quoters shall notify this office of their intent to submit a quotation. It is the quoter's responsibility o monitor this site for the release of amendments (if any). Potential quoters will be responsible for downloading their own copy of this combination synopsis/solicitation and amendments (if any). Any referenced notes can be viewed at the following URL: http://genesis.gsfc.nasa.gov/nasanote.html. Posted 01/22/99 (D-SN290730). (0022)

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