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T -- USAF FITNESS & SPORTS NEWSLETTER FOR HQ AFSVA SOL Reference-Number-F7HQFR00210100 DUE 021800 POC Barbara Neyland, Contract Specialist, Phone 210-652-5121, Fax 210-652-5135, Email barbara.neyland@randolph.af.mil -- Laura Stewart, Contract Specialist, Phone 210-652-5183, Fax 210-652-2759, Email WEB: Visit this URL for the latest information about this, http://www.eps.gov/cgi-bin/WebObjects/EPS?ACode=M&ProjID=Reference-Num ber-F7HQFR00210100&LocID=464. E-MAIL: Barbara Neyland, barbara.neyland@randolph.af.mil. The requirement is modified as follows: the newsletter shall be printed on 25" wide x 11" high paper. It shall be trifolded so that each page will appear to be approximately 8"x11". The newsletter will be printed on both sides of the paper. An example of the folded product is as follows: pages 2, 3, and 4 are on one side and pages 5, 6, and 1 are on the other side. Also, the fax number for Barbara Neyland is corrected to: (210) 652-2759, voice number is (210) 652-5187/5117. 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; quotations are being accepted and a written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation will be set-aside for small businesses in accordance with FAR 19.502-2. Request Number F7HQFR00210100 is issued as a request for quotation. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-12. The SIC Code is 2741, size standard is 500 employees. Requirement is to provide 23,000 copies of the _USAF Fitness and Sports Newsletter_ to the AF Distribution office at: Air Force Publishing Distribution Center, 2800 Eastern Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21200-2898 every two months; six (6) times annually, beginning with the May/Jun 00 issue. The six (6) page newsletter shall be printed in two colors on white 50 lb. paper. Customer reserves the right to select the two colors and make color changes throughout the period. Prospective offerors shall request a copy of the newsletter for reference from Ms. Barbara Neyland at e-mail address below for sample purposes only. The contractor shall forward articles for review and selection to HQ AFSVA/SVPAF 10100 Reunion Place Suite 402 San Antonio TX 78217-4138 or Fax 210-652-4739. Newsletter articles shall be provided one (1) month in advance of distribution date for preview and selection. Contractor shall provide articles so that the Government can select 20% wellness related and 80% fitness, and/or sports related articles. Articles shall be no older than 4 months from the date submitted for review. The Government reserves the right to select only those articles deemed "scientifically sound". The Government reserves the right to provide one (1) to one and one-half (1_) pages of Air Force or _Services_ news. The Government will supply articles via email or on disk. The Government reserves the right to request additional articles if the articles submitted for review lack the desired substance, focus and scientific soundness. Contractor shall provide a "final draft" to customer for approval 5 working days prior to printing newsletter. Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining clearance from the articles sources for use in the newsletter, and on the Government_s internet web page. Contractor shall provide clearances to the Government upon request. Contractor shall finalize and distribute newsletters to the AF Distribution Office at: Air Force Publishing Distribution Center, 2800 Eastern Blvd Baltimore MD 21220-2898, by the 15th of the month proceeding the cover date. (Example: Distribute the Aug/Sep edition no later than 15 Jul.) Contractor shall provide the customer with a copy each publication in PDF format for use on the Government_s internet web page. Copy may be sent by email to (anthony.wise@agency.afsv.af.mil) or on disk through US Mail to HQ AFSVA/SVPAF 10100 Reunion Place Suite 402, San Antonio TX 78216-4138. Services logo and disclaimer will appear on the lower back page of all issues published. The logo will be provided to the contractor by HQ AFSVA/SVPAF. The disclaimer shall read: _USAF Fitness & Sports is edited by the USAF Fitness & Sports Branch, Directorate of Programs, HQ Air Force Services Agency, and published by Fitness News Service. The purpose of this newsletter is to offer practical information that can be helpful in the pursuit of good health and physical fitness. It is not intended to give specific medical advice. Such should be obtained from a base health provider. The mention or appearance of nonfederal entities, commercial vendors, and/or their logos neither implies nor constitutes federal endorsement of the organization, products or services. Reproduction of this publication is authorized._ Local reproduction of hard copies mailed to bases, or printed from the Internet web site shall be authorized. Minimum publication sources are (but not limited to): American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), Health and Fitness Journal. 1-800-486-5643; Journal of the National Strength and Conditioning Association, Strength and Conditioning, (719) 632-NSCA; Pen State Sports Medicine Newsletter, 1-800-783-4903; The Physician and Sports Medicine, (609)426-7070; American Journal of Health Promotion, 1-800-453-4351; Gatorade Sports Science Institute, Sports Science Exchange, 1-800-616-GSSI; Peak Performance, Club Success, 1-800-574-4400; Nutrition Action (202) 265-4954. Award will be made using Simplified Acquisition Procedures, therefore the evaluation procedures at FAR 13.106-2 will be used. A firm-fixed price award will be made to the responsible offeror submitting the quote that provides the best value to the Government. Interested parties capable of providing the above must submit written price quote to include discount terms, cage code, and firm_s evidence of their ability to perform. The firm_s ability to perform shall include the following information at a minimum: provide e-mail samples of prospective contractor_s work; provide two (2) references to include name, phone number and e-mail address; demonstrate ability to meet required delivery dates and also demonstrate ability to obtain copyright releases that may be required. Prospective offeror are responsible for providing sufficient information so that the Government can make a determination of acceptabilty for performance and quality of product. The Government may or may not make further requests for information. To be eligible to receive an award resulting from this solicitation, contractor must be registered in the DoD Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database, NO EXCEPTIONS. To register, you may apply through the Internet at http://ccr.edi.disa.mil. Responses to this notice shall be provided in writing via e-mail to Ms. Barbara Neyland at barbara.neyland@randolph.af.mil no later than 18 Feb 00, 2:30 P.M. (CT). Offerors must also include a completed copy of the provisions at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications_Commercial Items which can be obtained at http://www.arnet.gov/far. The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial, applies to this acquisition. The following clauses also apply: 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items. Paragraph ( c ) of this clause is tailored as follows: ( c ) Changes. Changes in the terms and conditions of this contract may be made only by written agreement of the parties, with the exception of : (1) Administrative changes such as changes in the paying office, appropriation data, etc. (2) No cost amended shipping instructions (ASI) if_(A) The ASI modifies a unilateral purchase order, and (B) The contractor agrees verbally or in writing, (3) Any change made before work begins if_(A) The change is within scope of the original order, (B) The contractor agrees; ( C ) The modification references the contractor_s verbal or written agreement. 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions _ Commercial Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders _ Commercial Items with these additional FAR clauses marked: 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (E.O. 11246); 52.222-35, Affirmative Action for Special Disabled and Vietnam Era Veterans (38 U.S.C. 4212); 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers (29 U.S.C. 793); 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era (38 U.S.C.4212); 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-Central Contractor Registration (31 U.S.C. 3332); 52.204-6, Data Universal Numbering System; and 52.204-7004, Required Central Contractor Registration. In addition, DFAR 252-212-7001 with these additional clauses being applicable: 252.225-7007, Buy American Act-Trade Agreements- Balance of Payments Program; 252.204-7004, Required Central Contractor Registration; and 252.232-7009, Payment by Electronics Funds Transfer. Posted 02/15/00 (D-SN425739). (0046)

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