FISC Norfolk Acq Group, Hampton Roads Detachment, 1968 Gilbert St., Suite 600, Norfolk, VA 23511-3392

56 -- CONSTRUCTION & BUILDING MATERIAL; VARIOUS BLOCKS, HOLLOW CORE, SPLIT FACE, ARCHITECTURAL, BOND BEAM, AND REINFORCEMENT WIRES. SOL N00189-00-T-0099 DUE 112299 POC David C. Zareczny, Contracting Officer, Code 202A2A, (757) 443-1431 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format prescribed in Subpart 12.6 of the FAR, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the request for quote for the required item. Proposals are hereby requested under RFQ N00189-00-T-0099, a subsequent solicitation document will not be issued. FISC Norfolk Acquisition Department intends to purchase on a full and open competitive basis the following items, (1) 180 Each, Block, Hollow Core, REG, C.M.U. with 1" Bullnose, Lightweight Units, Size: 8" x 8" x 16", (2) 4932 Each, Block, Hollow Core, REG, Lightweight Units, Size: 8" x 8" x 16", (3) 280 Each, Block, Hollow Core, REG, Half C.M.U. with 1" Bullnose Lightweight Unit, Size: 8" x 8" x 8", (4) 4000 Each, Block, Split Face C.M.U. 4" Stretcher, Size: 4" W x 8" H x 16" L, with dry lock color white # 9258, (5) 350 Each, Block, Split Face C.M.U. 4" corner "L" Shape, Size: 4" W x 8" H x 16" L, with dry lockcolor white # 9258, (6) 450 Each, Block, Split Face C.M.U. 4" Bond Beam, Size: 4" W x 8" H x 16" L, with dry lock color white # 9258, (7) 70 Each, Block, Architectural C.M.U. 4", Size: 4" W x Lock smooth color white # 9258, (8) 320 Each, Block, Bond Beam REG. C.M.U., Size: 8" x 8" x 16", (9) 400 Each, Block, Hollow Core, REG. C.M.U., Lightweight Units, Size: 4" x 8" x 16", (10) 45 Each, Block, Hollow Core, REG. C.M.U. with 1" Bullnose on both sides, Lightweight Units, Size: 4" x 8" x 16", (11) 4 Each, Lental, Concrete, Size: 8" x 8" x 48", (12) 5 Bundles, Reinforcement Wire, by masonry reinforcements, for 13" cavity walls (8" Block x 1" Cavity x 4" Block Latter Type or Truss Type) 10' Lengths, comes in 500' Bundles, (13) 2 Bundles, Reinforcement Wire, by masonry reinforcements, for 8" masonry block walls, latter type or truss type, 10' lengths, comes in 500' Bundles, (14) 1 Bundle, Reinforcement Wire, by masonry reinforcements, for 4" masonry block walls, latter type or truss type, 10' lengths, comes in 500' bundles, ( 15) 310 Each, Block, Sill Units, Split Face C.M.U., Size: 6" W x 8" H x 8" L with dry lock, color white # 9258, (16) 45 Each, Block, Hollow Core, REG. C.M.U. with 1" Bullnose on both sides, Lightweight Units, Size: 4" x 4" x 16". Delivery will be 4 Weeks/ARO or sooner. FOB Point is Destination to Virginia Beach, VA 23461. Offers other than FOB Destination shall be ineligible for the award The following FAR provisions and clauses apply to this solicitation and are incorporated by reference: FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items (JUN 1999), FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items ( JUN 1999), FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (MAY 1999), FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders (MAY 1999), The following numbered subparagraphs under paragraph (b) of this apply: (6), (7), (8), and (9), FAR 52.215-5 Facsimile Proposals (OCT 1997), FAR 52.232-18 Availability Of Funds (APR 1984), FAR 52.232-33 Payment By Electronic Funds Transfer-Central Contractor Registration (MAY 1999). The RFQ document, (N00189-00-T-0099), provisions and clauses which have been incorporated are those in effect through FAC 97-12. The following Defense FAR Supplement (DFAR) provisions and clauses apply to this solicitation and are incorporated by reference, with the exception of DFAR 252.204-7004 which will be in full text. DFAR 252.225-7000 Buy American Act -Balance of Payments Program Certificate (DEC 1991), DFAR 252.212-7001 Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items (MAR 1998):The following clause under paragraph (b) of this clause apply, DFAR 252.225-7001 Buy American Act and Balance of Payments Program (MAR 1998), DFAR 252.204-7004, (MAR 1998), Required Central Contractor Registration, (a) Definitions. As used in this clause -- (1) "Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database" means the primary DOD repositoryfor contractor information required for the conduct of business with DOD. (2) "Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number" means the 9-digit number assigned by Dun and Bradstreet Information Services to identify unique business entities. (3) "Data Universal Numbering System +4 (Duns+4) number" means the Duns number assigned by Dun and Bradstreet plus a 4-digit suffix that may be assigned by a parent (controlling) business concern. This 4 digit suffix may be assigned at the discretion of the parent business concern for such purposes as identifying subunits or affiliates of the parent business concern. (4) "Registered in the CCR database" means that all mandatory information, including the DUNS number or the Duns +4 number, if applicable, and the corresponding Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code, is in the CCR database; the DUNS number and the CAGE code have been validated; and all edits have been successfully completed. (b) (1) By submission of an offer, the offeror acknowledges the requirement that a prospective awardee must be registered in the CCR database prior to award, during performance, and through final payment of any contract resulting from this solicitation, except for awards to foreign vendors for work to be performed outside the United States.(5) The offeror shall provide its DUNS or, if applicable, its DUNS +4 number with its offer, which will be used by the Contracting Officer to verify that the offeror is registered in the CCR database. (6) Lack of registration in the CCR database will make an offeror ineligible for award. (7) DOD has established a goal of registering an applicant in the CCR database within 48 hours after receipt of a complete and accurate application via the Internet. However, registration of an applicant submitting an application through a method other than the Internet may take up to 30 days. Therefore, offerors that are not registered should consider applying for registration immediately upon receipt of this solicitation. (c) The contractor is responsible for the accuracy and completeness of the data within the CCR, and for any liability resulting from the Government's reliance on inaccurate or incomplete data. To remain registered in the CCR database after the initial registration, the contractor is required to confirm on an annual basis that its information in the CCR database is accurate and complete. (d) Offerors and contractors may obtain information on registration and annual confirmation requirements by calling 1-888-227-2423, or via the Internet at http://ccr.edi.disa.mil.. As a minimum, responsible sources should provide this office: a price proposal on letterhead or a SF1449 for the requested items, with unit prices, extended prices, prompt payment terms, remittance address, Tax I.D. #, Duns #, Cage code, and a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3. Responses to this solicitation are due by November 22,1999. Offers can be faxed to (757-443-1389/1333) or mailed to; Acquisition Department, Fleet & Industrial Supply Center, 1968 Gilbert St., Suite 600, Attn: David C.Zareczny, Code 202A2A, Norfolk, VA.23511-3392. Reference RFQ N00189-00-T-0099, on your proposal. Posted 11/04/99 (W-SN398246). (0308)

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