U.S. Department of Justice, Immigration & Naturalization Service, 7701 N. Stemmons Freeway (ACDCAP), Dallas, Texas 75247

23 -- CARGO TRAILERS FOR BOATS SOL ACD-9-Q-0020 DUE 091099 POC Thomas E. Jones, Contract Specialist, 214/905-5392, Fax No. 214/767-7458 The Immigration and Naturalization Service, Dallas, Texas is issuing 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. Solicitation #ACD-9-Q-0020 is being issued as a Request for Quotation. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Acquisition Circular 97-12. This is a 100% SET-ASIDE FOR SMALL BUSINESS with a standard industrial classification code of 4491, for the purchase of Cargo Trailers, and a small business size standard of $18.5. A single award will be made. Term of the contract is for a one-year period starting from date of award for the Base period with a one one-year option period. Quantities are estimates only. The following are the contract Line Item Numbers (CLIN's): Base Year: 0001,12 foot cargo trailer: EST 2 ea, Guaranteed minimum: 1 ea $_______EA; 0002, 16 foot cargo trailer: EST 3 ea, Guaranteed minimum: 2 EA $________ EA; 0003, 20 foot cargo trailer: EST 3 ea, Guaranteed minimum: 2 EA $________ EA; First Option Period: 1001 12 foot cargo trailer: EST 2 ea $_______EA; 1002 16 foot cargo trailer: EST 2 ea, $________ EA; 1003 20 foot cargo trailer: EST 2 ea $________ EA. Specifications of the Wells Cargo Trailers Model No. CW162-102 for a 12-foot trailer, Model No. CW162-102 for the 16-foot trailer; and Model No. EW-2022W for a 20-foot trailer, are used as an example of the type and quality of trailer we wish to purchase. These trailers will be used to haul boats and accessories for the boats. The followings are the CLIN descriptions: CLIN 0001 and 1001: 12 Foot Cargo Trailer, with the following descriptions: a 12 ft. 7700 lb. GVWR Cargo Wagon; 7ft body width (6'9" I.D.); Atwood 2" Ball surge hydraulic actuator coupler, 6,000 lb. GVWR, certain models will have to be down rated to 6000 lb. GVWR. (Note: Add surge brake disclaimer P/N 15.01800); 4"X 2" rectangular steel tube main rails equal height "C" section crossmembers and square outriggers; 6'0" inside height, 66 " HD vertical posts on 16" centers; Double rear doors with cam lock- opening 73" wide X 63" high, mounted with steel strap hinges with free flow pins and grease zirks; " Exterior grade plywood flooring, exterior surface undercoated, interior surface painted gray; 24" high aluminum tread plate stone guard with wrapped integrated corners for 7' wide models; 7 ft nose cone, installed, Note: If nose cone is to be painted add P/N 81.00700. S.A.E. Color coded 12 volt electrical system, D.O.T. required exterior lighting package with seven way trailer end connector. CLIN 0002 and 1002: 16 Foot Cargo Trailer, with the following descriptions: a 16 ft. 7700 lb. GVWR Cargo Wagon; a 7ft body width (6'9" I.D.); Atwood 2" Ball surge hydraulic actuator coupler, 6,000 lb. GVWR, certain models will have to be down rated to 6000 lb. GVWR. (Note:Add surge brake disclaimer P/N 15.01800); 4"X 2" rectangular steel tube main rails with equal height "C" section crossmembers and square outriggers; 6'0" inside height, 66 " HD vertical posts on 16" centers; Double rear doors with cam lock- opening 73" wide X 63" high, mounted with steel strap hinges with free flow pins and grease zirks; " Exterior grade plywood flooring, exterior surface undercoated, interior surface painted gray; 24" high aluminum tread plate stone guard with wrapped integrated corners for 7' wide models; 7 ft nose cone, installed, Note: If nose cone is to be painted add P/N 81.00700. S.A.E. Color coded 12 volt electrical system, D.O.T. required exterior lighting package with seven way trailer end connector. CLIN 0003 and 1003: 20 Foot Cargo Trailer, with the following descriptions: a 20' 7700 GVWR wide body EX WGN; 8'6" Overall width (95" I.D.); 3 Piece A-Frame; 2" Hydraulic surge actuator coupler 6,000lb. GVWR (Requires hydraulic brakes); 6'6" inside HT/72 " HD Vertical posts on 16" centers; Double rear doors with cam lock- opening 87 " wide X 68" high, mounted with steel strap hinges with free flow pins and grease zirks; 24" high aluminum tread plate stone guard with wrapped integrated corners for 8" & 8" 6" wide models; Wide body nose cone, installed (Note: If nose is to be painted add P/N 81.00700). All Cargo Trailers are also to include following: (01) D.O.T. compliant 5/16" safety chains with 5/16" slip hook with safety latch, meeting all D.O. T. standards; (02) Chassis fully undercoated with RPC (Rust preventative coating) undercoating; (03) H Beam torflex 4" drop tandem axle assembly, 5 stud hubs and drums, single servo hydraulic brakes; (04) ST205/75R15 load range 'C' radial tire with 5 Bolt silver spoke wheel; (05)#43002 Series "E" horizontal steel tie off track; one run each side & front, one run 24" above floor, one run 48" above floor; (06) Single side door, right hand hinge, cam lock; (06) 3/8" plywood sidewall liner in place of standard " liner; (07) 12 Volt dome light with optic lens; (08) Wall switch for 12 Volt Dome light; (09) 15 AMP/120 Volt electric power supply for extension cord hook up (Does not include 120V receipts or light); (10) 15 AMP, 120 Volt duplex wall receptacle(s); (11) Sidewall Vent (Wells Cargo Specifications); (12) 14" X 14" Screened, crank up translucent roof vent; (13) .030 Refinished with smooth exterior aluminum installed vertically with non-corrosive mechanical fasteners; (14) D.O.T. "A" frame mounted 22 AMP hour UI series battery, breakaway switch, aluminum mounting bracket, cover, battery "charge" indicator, and diode isolation, battery acid incl. (15) 5 Stud spare tire mounting bracket bolted to exterior front wall; (16) ST205/75R15 L.R. "C" radial tire with a 5 bolt silver spoke wheel. Warranty shall meet the standard commercial requirement. Please provide model/part number if offering other than specified model/manufacturer. Delivery of the guaranteed minimum shall be to the U.S. Border Patrol Tactical Unit, Biggs Army Airfield, El Paso, Texas, FOB Destination. Delivery shall be within 60 days after award of contract/ delivery order. Others may be shipped to Border Patrol locations throughout Texas. The guaranteed minimum will be funded and ordered on the awarded contract. THE OFFEROR SHALL INCLUDE A COMPLETED COPY OF THE PROVISIONS AT FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -Commercial Items, along with the firm's DUNS number. The provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial, applies to this acquisition. FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Items is applicable. Paragraph (a), evaluation criteria are as follows: Award will be made to the lowest, technically acceptable offer. Technical: Offers shall submit a technical description, pictures of the product offered in the quotation and any other information to verify conformance to specifications. Warranty information shall also be included. Include a narrative explaining the capabilities of your firm to meet the requirements of this solicitation such as financial resources, past experience in similar work, and integrity. Government past performance: Include a list of prior government contracts which includes the name and phone number of the contracting officer; name and phone number of your bank and other references FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, and the following additional clauses apply to this acquisition: FAR 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns, FAR 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (E.O. 11246); FAR 52.222-35, Affirmative Action for Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era; FAR 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers; FAR 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam; FAR 52.225-3, Buy American Act-Supplies; FAR 52.252-1, Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference, "Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at http://www.arnet.gov./far, FAR 52.216-18, Ordering (paragraph (a), somuch that "Such orders may be issued from date of award"); FAR 52.216-19, Order Limitations (paragraph (a), so much that reads, "When the Government requires supplies or services covered by this contract in an amount of less then one-(1)" the government is not obligated to purchase; (b) (1) "Any order for a single item in excess of ten-(10); (b)(3) "A series of orders from the same ordering office within thirty (30) days"; (d) unless that order is returned to the ordering office within five (5) days after issuance'; FAR 52.216-22, Indefinite Quantity, paragraph (d), "Contractor shall not be required to make any deliveries under this contract after the completion of the last delivery order." FAR 52.217-5, Evaluation of options; FAR 52.217-9, Options to Extend the term of the Contract insert "24 months"; and FAR 52.232-19, Availability of Funds for the next Fiscal Year insert September 30, 2000. Delivery orders may be issued via facsimile. See Note #1. Quotes are due September 10, 1999, 2:00pm, at the Immigration and Naturalization Service, ATTN: Mr. Thomas E. Jones, ACDCAP, 7701 N. Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX 75247. Inquiries should be in written form and faxed to (214) 767-7458. All responsible sources may submit a quotation, which shall be considered. Posted 09/01/99 (W-SN375466). (0244)

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