37th Contracting Squadron, 1655 Selfridge Avenue, Lackland AFB, TX 78236-5253

Z -- CARPET REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SOL F41636 00 Q0025 DUE 110399 POC Newman Baker DSN # 473-1749 Commercial # 210-671-1749 E-MAIL: Newman Baker, newman.baker@lackland.af.mil. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, prepared in accordance with the format in FAR subpart 12.6 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 solicitation is issued as a request for quotes (RFQ). Submit written quotes (oral quotes/offers will not be considered), on requisition F41636-99-T1490, to FAX number (210) 671-1199. This project is for the removal and replacement of carpet. This purchase is set aside for small business. The contractor shall obtain all supplies, equipment, and labor to perform carpet installation. Contractor shall remove and dispose of old carpet in a manner consistent with Federal, State, and local requirements. Contractor shall remove furniture from the rooms before installing carpet and replace furniture in its original configuration upon completion of each room. Contractor shall install approximately 10,000 square yards of Government furnished "Direct Glue-Down" carpet in the Gateway Inn buildings 10201, 10205, and 10207 in approximately 450 rooms at 180 square feet per room. Contractor should verify square footage before providing quote. Contractor shall remove existing cove base and use carpet with a cap in place of a new cove base. Color of cap shall be selected by lodging management. Contractor must provide written quote for all items listed above. This solicitation document incorporates provisions and clauses that are in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-13, Standard Industrial Code (SIC) is 1752. Note that the provisions at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors Commercial Terms, applies to this acquisition. In addition the clause at FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implemented Statutes or Executive Orders Commercial Items, apply to this solicitation. Specifically the following clauses cited are applicable: FAR 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity; FAR 52.222-35, Affirmative Action for Special Disables and Vietnam Era Veterans; Far 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers. The clause at DFARS 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions required to implement Statutes or Executive Orders applicable to Defense Acquisition of Commercial Items, applies to this solicitation. Specifically the following clauses cited are also applicable: DFARS 252.225-7001, Buy American Act and Balance of Payment Program. Offerors must include with their offer a completed copy of provisions at FAR 52-212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, and DFARS 252.212-7000, Offerors Representations and Certifications Commercial Items. Also applicable by reference is DFARS 252.204-7004, Required Central Contractor Registration (CCR). The CCR can be obtained by calling 1-888-227-2423. Confirmation of CCR registration must be obtained before award can be made. Award will be based on meeting the requirement, evaluation of lowest price, and responsible offer/quote. A site tour has been made available for all potential vendors on 21 OCT 1999 at 9:00AM. Send quotes in writing to Point of Contact above. Quotes are required to be submitted not later that 3:00PM (CST), 3 NOV 99, and acceptance must be good for 30 days. Award is anticipated to be made 15 NOV 99. This project's target start date is 16 November. Provide any technical questions in writing before 27 OCT 1999 by FAX or E-Mail (newman.baker@lackland .af.mil). Posted 10/19/99 (W-SN393015). (0292)

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