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23 -- STEP DECK SEMI-TRAILER FOR MORRIS WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT, MORRIS, MINNESOTA SOL 301819Q155 DUE 041499 POC Nanct Boyle, Contract Specialist, 612/713-5217 WEB: 301819Q155, http://cbdnet.access.gpo.gov. 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; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation WILL Not be issued. The solicitation number is 301819Q155 for this Request for Quotation (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 90-45. Simplified Acquisition Procedures will be followed. This is a 100% total set aside for small business. Standard Industrial Classification code 3715 applies. A firm fixed price contract will be awarded. All responsible sources may submit a quote for consideration. **Provide your written quotation for the following item: One (1) Step deck Semi-Trailer that meets ICC/COT requirements and listed items below: 43' total length with 50,000 GVWR min. cap 100,000/80,000 psi yield strength steel construction min. Steel Cross members 12" on center Fix Gooseneck 8' L & 30'deck all 8.5' wide; 5' self-cleaning Beavertail with adjustable /hinged/ 60" spring assisted all steel ramps and self-cleaning; 2" thick, white oak decking min. attached with deck screws; 2"x4" stake pockets at 2' intervals / both sides with std D-rings; covered wheel wells with decking; 38" max deck height and 48" King pin height SAE J700 2" Kingpin with 18" setting; D.O.T. 12 volt lighting system, 7-pole socket, sealed harness, midship turn signal, easy change lamps; (Reflective) conspicuity tape sides and back; lockable tool box in upper deck (approx. 34"Lx24"Wx10"D); anti-sail mud flaps; 2-speed landing gear (twin 25,000 lb. cap.); parts and service manual; 20,000 lb hyd. winch with 100' x 9/16" cable and hook hyd controls on driver's side; locate hyd. connectors by air connectors (wet kit on tractor); 2 -- 22,500 lb axles (8 wheels), stemco oilers; air brakes with anti-lock system; automatic slack adjusters; 215/75R 17.5 16 ply tires mounted on disc (bud) wheels to include same size spare tire and wheel / in storage box (front, center, top deck); Mfrs std color and undercoated; swing out 12" bed, beavertail, and ramp-width extensions. No sales tax. FOB: WMD shop, Morris, MN, within 90 days of mfrs receipt of order. The following clauses and provisions apply to this solicitation: 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial, 52.212-2, Evaluation Commercial Items, 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Items, 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Commercial Items. Quotation must include a completed copy of the provision 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications Commercial Items. Quotations due to the office listed above on or before April 14, 1999. Quotations may be faxed to (612) 725-1717 with a signed original to be forwarded by mail. Referenced FAR Clauses may be accessed for review on the Internet at the following website: http://www.gsa.gov/far. Posted 03/31/99 (W-SN314994). (0090)

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