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66 -- NUCLEAR MAGNETIC RESONANCE (NMR) SPECTROMETER SOL NCI-RFQ-00108-NV DUE 051200 POC Debbie Moore, Purchasing Agent 301-402-4509; Todd Cole, Contracting Officer 301-402-4509 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for Commercial Items, prepared in accordance with the format in FAR 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation, NCI-RFQ-00108-NV, includes all applicable provisions and clauses in effect through FAR 97-15. The acquisition will be made pursuant to the authority in FAR 13.5 to use simplified procedures for commercial acquisitions. The standard Industrial Code is 3826 and the business size is 500 employees. This solicitation is NOT set aside for small business. Requirement: The National Cancer Institute, Laboratory of Biochemistry, requires a Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectrometer for studies of protein structure, folding, dynamics, and their relationship to protein functions. The NMR Spectrometer shall meet or exceed the following minimum performance specifications: 1) provide shielding for all electronics; 2) allow for observation of low gamma nuclei as far down as 6 megahertz; 3) include a communication control unit having at least a 100 megahertz processor; 4) allow for performing experiments without changing cables; 5) include a digital router software controlled; 6) have hardware probe protection; 7) provide real time digital filtering of NMR data; 8) each frequency source (frequency control unit) shall have a minimum wave form memory of 64 kiloword to allow for better pulse definition; 9) be able to digitize lock signal and allow for real time adjustments; 10) user shall be able to adjust phase to within 0.05 degrees; and 11) provide a 0.001 hertz or better frequency resolution. In addition, the offeror shall provide training for 2 users within 15 working days of final delivery/set-up and final inspection of the system by the NCI project officer. The training shall consist of at least 80 hours, on-site module, encompassing system capabilities, features, appropriate care of the system and guidance introuble-shooting potential problems. The offeror shall provide a full hardcopy set of manuals and schematics for the consoles, and shall agree to update these materials in a timely manner when the console equipment and systems are upgraded. The offeror shall provide a one year warranty inclusive of parts and labor and on- site technical support as required. Delivery time shall be within 60 days after award, if not otherwise specified and agreed upon. Delivery shall be FOB Destination or FOB Origin with transportation insurance provided by the vendor with inside delivery. The following FAR provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition: FAR 52.2 12-1, INSTRUCTION TO OFFERORS -- COMMERCIAL ITEMS- DEVIATION FOR SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITIONS; FAR 52.212-2, EVALUATION -- COMMERCIAL ITEMS; FAR 52.212-3, OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS -COMMERCIAL ITEMS -- WITH DUNS NUMBER ADDENDUM; FAR 52.2 12-4, CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS -- COMMERCIAL ITEMS; AND FAR 52.2 12-5, CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONSREQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS -- COMMERCIAL ITEMS -- DEVIATION FOR SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITIONS. The following FAR clauses cited in paragraph (b) of the clause at FAR 52.2 12-5 are also applicable to this acquisition: FAR 52.222-26, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY; FAR 52.222-35, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION FOR DISABLED VETERANS AND VETERANS OF THE VIETNAM ERA; FAR 52.222-36, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION FOR WORKERS WITH DISABILITIES; FAR 52.222-37, EMPLOYMENT REPORTS ON DISABLED VETERANS AND VETERANS OF VIETNAM ERA and FAR 52.232-34 PAYMENT BY ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER -- OTHER THAN CENTRAL CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION. Also, FAR 52.225-5, Trade Agreements (February 2000) is applicable to this acquisition. Offerors must provide descriptive literature, warranties, and/or other information in sufficient detail to demonstrate that their quotation fully meets the requirements of this solicitation. The contract will be awarded to the lowest price offer that fully meets the requirements of this solicitation. The award will be in the aggregate for all items listed herein. Offers/quotations must be in writing and one original and two copies of the following shall be submitted: 1) A price quote on a completed SF-18 or SF-1449 with a completed "Schedule of Offered Supplies/Services," signed by an authorized individual to bind the organization; 2) A completed copy of FAR 52.212-3 "Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items -- with Duns Number Addendum," signed by an authorized representative of the offeror; 3) descriptive literature and other information indicating that the quotation fully meets the requirements herein: 4) A copy of the most recent published price list (this is not a quotation) if available; and 5) acknowledgment of amendments, if any. All offers and related materials must be received in the noted office by no later than 2:00 PM EST on May 12, 2000. Full text copies of the representations and certifications or other cited provisions and clauses may be obtained from Debbie Moore, Purchasing Agent, on (301) 402-4509. Please cite the solicitation number, NCI-RFQ-00108-NV, in your offer. Offers that fail to furnish the required information or reject the terms and conditions of the solicitation may be excluded from consideration. Posted 04/24/00 (W-SN447967). (0115)

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