Department of the Army, Joint Traffic Management Office, Attn: MTAQ-J, 5611 Columbia Pike, Room 107, Falls Church, VA 22041-5050

W -- LEASE OF 40' FLATRACKS SOL DAMT01-00-T-0019 DUE 060500 POC Cathy A. Golden, Contract Specialist, voice 703-428-2045, Facsimile 703-428-3363 or 703-428-3381 WEB: goldenc@mtmc.army.mil, goldenc@mtmc.army.mil. E-MAIL: goldenc@mtmc.army.mil, goldenc@mtmc.army.mil. THIS IS A COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION for the purchase of commercial items prepared in accordance with (IAW) the format included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation Number DAMT01-00-T-0019 is issued as a request for quotes (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through FEDERAL ACQUISITION CIRCULAR (FAC) #97-17, and DFARS Change Note 20000522. This solicitation is unrestricted. The SIC code 3715. (i) National Stock Number (NSN): N/A (ii) Qualification Requirement: N/A (iii) Manufacturer: Various (iv) Size, Dimensions, or other forms, fit or functional Description: The JTMO intends to lease 40' Flatracks, equipped with solid hardwood floors, paneled steel collapsible end frames and forklift pockets. Flatracks leased in response to this synopsis/solicitation shall meet all Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) guidelines and shall comply with the latest edition of the IICL-5 Guide for Flatrack Inspection and shall be fully operational and comply with International Organization for Standardization (ISO) State of Repair. IICL-5 Guide for Container Equipment Inspection (most recent edition) and all supplements and technical bulletins pertaining thereto. All flatracks shall have been inspected pursuant to the regulations of the FHWA within three (3) business days of delivery. All necessary examinations shall be valid and current for at least thirty (30) months. Upon return of the chassis to the contractor, the Government shall either restore and/or repair the flatracks to meet such requirements or compensate the contractor for such restoration and repair. (v) Predominant Material and Manufacture: Steel and/or aluminum. (vi) Quantity: 10x40' Flatracks. CLIN 0001AA: LEASE OF 40' FLATRACKS PER DAY; CLIN 0001AB: FLATRACK REPLACEMENT PRICE; CLIN 0001AC: OPTION TO LEASE AN ADDITIONAL 180 DAYS PER DAY; CLIN 0013_: DRAYAGE; CLIN 0014_: REDELIVERY; CLIN 0015AA: ON-HIRE LIFT, AND CLIN 0015AB: OFF-HIRE LIFT. (vii) Unit of Issue: Each (viii) Destination Information: Norfolk, VA (see ix for additional information). (ix) Delivery Schedule: 1. Delivery shall be completed no later than the required delivery date identified below to the following location: Fleet Industrial Supply Center, 9248 Virginia Avenue, Bldg. CEP 201, Norfolk, VA 23511 (QTY: 10X40' Flatracks), RDD 12 Jun 00. (1) Primary point of contact: Sharlene Magette, (757) 444-7468. (2) Facility Hours of Operation: 0800 to 1530 (EDT), Monday through Friday. (x) Duration of the Contract Period: The term of the lease is for a period of 180 days with the option for an additional 180 days. (xi) The Government will award the contract to the responsible offeror whose offer represents the best overall value. (xii) FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors, Commercial Items (NOV 1999) apply and are incorporated by reference. Please review and comply with all instructions. FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation—Commercial Items (JAN 1999) is incorporated by reference and applies to this acquisition. In accordance with para (a), the Government will award the contract to the responsible offeror whose offer represents the best overall value. Offerors shall include a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items (FEB 2000) and DFARS 252.212-7000, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items (NOV 1995), DFARS 252-225-7007, Buy American Act-Trade Agreements Act-Balance of Payments Program (MAR 1998), and DFARS 252.225-7008 Supplies to be Accorded Duty-Free Entry (MAR 1998) with its offer. FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (MAY 1999) is incorporated by reference and applies to this acquisition. Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP). FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes -- Commercial Items (FEB 2000) is incorporated by reference, however, for paragraph (b) only the following provisions apply to this acquisition: FAR 52.212-5 (b), 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government with ALT 1 (JUL 1995). FAR 52.203-10, Price or Fee Adjustment for Illegal or Improper Activity (JAN 1997), (41 USC 423). FAR 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns (JAN 1999), (15 USC 4212). FAR 52.219-9, Small Business Subcontracting Plan (JAN 1999). FAR 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (FEB 1999), FAR 52.222-35, Affirmative Action for Special Disabled and Vietnam Era Veterans (APR 1998), (38 USC 4212), FAR 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers (JUN 1998), (29 USC 793). FAR 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era (JAN 1999), (38 USC 4212). DFARS clause 252.225-7001, Buy American Act and Balance of Payments Program (MAR 1998), DFARS clause 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to the Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items (JAN 1999), and DFARS clauses 252.225-7009, Duty-Free Entry-Qualifying Country End Products and Supplies (MAR 1998), and DFARS clause 252.225-7010, Duty-Free Entry-Additional Provisions (MAR 1998), and DFARS clause 252.204-7004, Required Central Contractor Registration (MAR 1998) are incorporated by reference and apply to this acquisition. (xiii) CBD Numbered Notes: N/A (xiv) DPAS Rating: N/A (xv) All responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation, which shall be considered by this agency. (xvi) Submit your offers NLT 12:00 NOON DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME (DST) 06/05/00 to Cathy A. Golden via facsimile @ 703/428-3363 (primary) or 703/428-3381 (alternate) or by e:mail to goldenc@MTMC.army.mil. Because electronic transmissions are not always reliable, call to confirm receipt of your offer. Contractors are reminded that taking exception to the requirements or delivery schedule can render their bid or quote non-responsive. (xvii) If you have any problem receiving this transmission, please call 703/428-2045. Posted 05/31/00 (W-SN460077). (0152)

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