54 -- MODULAR CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT ENCLOSURES (PORTABLE LABS) 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 and is in accordance with FAR subpart 13.5. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a formalized written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation, F05604-99-R-8018 is being issued as a Request for Proposal (RFP). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-13. The Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code is 3448 and the Business Size Standard is 500 employees. The proposed contract will be initially solicited as _full and open competition_ unless adequate responses are received from responsible small business interests. At that point, the government will consider a set-aside action. ITEM DESCRIPTION: Line item 0001: Two (2) Modular Controlled Environment Enclosures, Manuf: Psychrometrics, Inc. specification part number S-95096, or approved equal, with the following interior dimensions: Room 1 (Dimensional Lab): 40_0_ wide x 17_6_ length, 9_ ceiling minimum. Room 2 (PMEL Lab): 40_0_ wide x 42_6_ length, 9_ ceiling minimum (approximate dimensions). Each unit will, as a minimum, meet and maintain the following stringent environmental controls: Temperature: 73degreesF +/- 2degreesF (less than 1degreeF per hr) Relative Humidity: 40%, +5/-20 % RH Filtration Efficiency: 95% Room Pressurization: 0.05_ w.g. approx. Cleanliness Level: Class 10,000 Air Changes: 20 per Hr. (Utilizing non-unidirectional air pattern control) Lighting: Uniform illumination of 100 F/C calculated at bench level Sound Level: Below 45db STRUCTURAL: A. All structural members shall be capable of withstanding a pressure or suction of 1.2 kN/m2. B. Flooring shall be resilient sheet flooring. C. The walls should be insulated and have as much thermal mass on the controlled side of the wall as possible. D. Airlock doors: 5_ wide and 6_11_ high. Must have 24_ x 30_ shatter proof glass vision panels (or the closest standard size that fits) and bumpers to prevent equipment and cart damage. Doors closest to the lab areas shall have gasket-type stops, astragals, automatic door bottoms and a properly sized grille installed above the doors. E. 2 emergency exit doors: repair/calibration area: 3_ x 6_11_, Dimensional lab: 8_ x 8_. MECHANICAL: A. HVAC air movement system specifications apply within the space 3_ to 5_ above the floor; air velocity in the working area must be 25 + 10 feet per minute. B. Design and construction documents must specify: the maximum difference in temperature and humidity between supply air and room air and the number, type, and location of room thermostats and humidistats and how the environmental system responds to their signals. Duct design should not rely on adjusting dampers on diffusers or grills for control. Where required, provide dampers inside ducts and install access panels. C. Comply with positive pressure requirements in the areas to duplicate the positive pressure in higher echelon laboratories that calibrate primary standards. D. Fresh air supply and hot water heating will be available for the units. E. The contractor shall provide all necessary cooling equipment in the HVAC for each unit, including compressor unit, condenser unit, control system, etc. F. The contractor shall provide all necessary humidifier equipment for each unit, including steam generator, humidifier section, controls, etc. G. Vibration minimization: Locate vibration-generating equipment such as blowers, compressors, heating and air conditioning units, vacuum pumps, and transformers on separate, isolated utility pads. Use specialized shock mounts, air bag supports, or isolated massive blocks. Use flexible boots or connectors to reduce vibration transmissions through ductwork, piping and rigid tubing. ELECTRICAL: A. Use flexible neoprene-jacket conduits for connections to vibration producing equipment. Do not allow rigid conduit such as feeders, sub-feeders, and their supports to contact other objects. B. Nominal power requirements: Voltage Phase Frequency 120/208 3 _Wye_ 60Hz + 1Hz 120/208 3 _Wye_ 400Hz + 1Hz 28 DC C. Extend utilities into the calibration and repair area within utility chases concealed in walls and partitions. Do not use under-the-ceiling utility services. Direct overhead utility connections to workbenches and stations are permitted if the most feasible and economical and if the design minimizes dust collection. D. Emergency electrical power switches or disconnects are recommended at a central location in both rooms. E. Actual location and type of electrical receptacles to be proposed by offeror. Recommend receptacles high on wall for clock or portable emergency lights and mid- wall for connecting to workbenches. Must place two duplex receptacles every 6_ along each wall. Require 1-400 Hz and 1 -- 28 vDc receptacle for each unit. Use permanent overhead-recessed fluorescent fixtures sealed with gaskets to prevent airor moisture leakage and dust accumulation/intrusion from the interstitial area. Light fixture electrical circuits should be on separate electrical feeds from Instrumentation circuits. Individual light controls are required for areas where radiant energy can affect measurements. F. A wet/dry vacuum cleaning system is required for cleaning TMDE, shoe cleaners, Janitorial service of the calibration area and other support areas. Install flush- mounted outlets in the wall approximately 2_ above the finished floor. Outlets should be spaced so that hose length does not exceed 30_ and each area can be reached by the hose intake fitting. At least four outlets should be operated simultaneously when using 1 12_ hoses and long sweep fittings. Install vacuum piping in walls. Vacuum pressure at the end of each hose must be no less than 6221 pascals (25_ of water). Vent system exhaust outside the building away from air inlets and other dust sensitive areas. Further specifications are available by contacting one of the POC_s below. Prospective offerors are highly encouraged to request the additional specifications in order to submit an accurate proposal. Submitted prices will include all delivery expenses for FOB to Fleet and Industrial Supply Center, Ocean Terminal Division (N45631), Bldg CEP-201 Norfolk, VA 23511 NLT 180 days ARO. The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The provision at 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition with the blanks filled in as follows: _Does the delivery schedule meet the delivery objective? Technical acceptability, delivery schedule, and product innovation when combined, are equally important to price._ Overall price will be evaluated. This is a _best value acquisition_. Award may not necessarily be made to the offeror providing the lowest offer or price. The offer considered to provide the most advantageous value to the government will be considered the apparent awardee. A technically qualified government representative will evaluate all offers. Technical acceptability is defined as the product meeting the minimum needs of the government. Product innovation will be evaluated through review of any descriptive literature and product approach submitted. Offerors should provide technical information on _equal_ components offered that meet or exceed the characteristics of the equipment identified. Offerors who fail to meet any of the minimum technical requirements may be considered non-responsive to the RFP. The government has specified a maximum of 180 days for delivery time. Contractors are invited to provide a better delivery response as part of their evaluation. The clause FAR 52.215-1,_Instructions to Offerors-Competitive Acquisition_, and FAR 52.215-1 Alternate I & Alternate II apply to this acquisition. Offerors shall include a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3 _Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items_ with their offer. The clause FAR 52.212-4, _Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial items_ applies to this acquisition. The clause at FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items_ applies to this acquisition. Additional FAR clauses cited within this clause are also applicable: Paragraph (b) 13,14,15,and 16. The following clauses are also applicable to this acquisition: FAR 52.233-3, _Protest After Award_, DFAR 252.204-7004 _Required Central Contractor Registration_ (Mar 98), DFAR 252.232-7009 _Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer (CCR)_ (Jun 98), AFSPCFAR 5352.212-9500, _Commercial Warranty_. The Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) assigned rating for this procurement is DO C9. Proposals will be submitted in writing, and signed by an individual with authority to bind their respective company; (electronic submissions via fax are acceptable) to 21 CONS/LGCAB, Attn: SSgt Ross Brown, 580 Goodfellow St., Bldg. 1324, Peterson AFB, CO 80914, Fax # (719) 556-4752. Proposals will be accepted until 4:00 P.M. MST,28 Sep 99. Point of Contact SSgt Ross D. Brown, Contract Specialist, Phone (719) 556-7991 e-mail ross.brown@peterson.af.mil. Ray Blomquist, Contracting Officer, Phone (719) 556-4195 e-mail ray.blomquist@peterson.af.mil WEB: Visit this URL for the latest information about this, http://www.eps.gov/cgi-bin/WebObjects/EPS?ACode=S&;ProjID=F05604-99-R80 18&LocID=533. E-MAIL: Ross Brown, ross.brown@peterson.af.mil. Posted 09/21/99 (D-SN382819).

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