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43 -- VACUUM PRESS SOL 1-074-RC.1031 DUE 082100 POC Artistine R. Lethcoe-Reid, Purchasing Agent, Phone (757) 864-2432, Fax (757) 864-9775, Email A.LETHCOE-REID@larc.nasa.gov -- Susan E. McClain, Contracting Officer, Phone (757) 864-8687, Fax (757) 864-8863, Email s.e.mcclain@larc.nasa.gov WEB: Click here for the latest information about this notice, http://nais.msfc.nasa.gov/cgi-bin/EPS/bizops.cgi?gr=D&pin=23#1-074-RC.1031. E-MAIL: Artistine R. Lethcoe-Reid, A.LETHCOE-REID@larc.nasa.gov. This notice 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 procurement is being conducted under the Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP). This is a Brand Name or Equal Acquisition. NASA Langley Research Center intends to procure the following Brand Name or Equal Wabash Item. Quantity: One each of a Wabash Genesis series hydraulic vacuum press, Model GS30H-15 as described in the following specifications: 7 5-30 ton compression force (adjustable); 7 heavy duty slab construction; 7 15 inch left to right and 15 inch front to back fully guided heated platens, cored for cooling with a maximum operating temperature of 650F, sized for 150F minute heat-up rate, cartridge heaters, full platen insulation including perimeter and 1/4 DIN digital temperature controllers; 7 single opening width with 12 in open daylight and 0 inch closed daylight; 7 5 inch bore JIC style clamp cylinder for power in both directions (develops maximum clamping force at 3055 psi); 7 12 inch stroke; 7 42 inch lower platen operating height; 7 built-in truck lubes; 7 internal vacuum chamber with front and rear hinged doors with interlock switches and a 3 inch NPT port for vacuum source connection; 7 self-contained hydraulic system with 15 gallon reservoir with access panel and gauge for oil and temperature indication, dual pump system with energy efficient TEFC motor, suction line strainer, and water cooled heat exchanger; 7 hydraulic system with 70 IPM closing speed, 5 IPM pressing speed, and 75 IPM opening speed; 7 NEMA rated electrical control enclosure with programmable controller with access module, operating buttons, and indicating lights; 7 Control system proximity switches to control "slow close' position and "cycle reset"; 7 Clamp pressure relief valve and gauge 7 460/3/60 supply voltage; 7 NFPA 79-1997 electrical standards including non-fused disconnect 7 Electrically heated platens package; 7 Full machine documentation; 7 Automatic platen cooling; 7 3 HP vacuum pump; 7 start-up assistance in Hampton, VA at LaRC; 7 automatic low pressure system; 7 water-saver valve to control water flow through heat exchanger; 7 electrical spare parts kit; 7 oil bath filter breather; 7 ammeters for heater burnout detection; 7 cycle counter with key reset; The provisions and clauses in the RFQ are those in effect through FAC 97-19. This procurement is a total small business set-aside. See Note 1. The SIC code and the small business size standard for this procurement are 3827 and 500, respectively. The quoter shall state in their quotation their size status for this procurement. Delivery to LaRC is required within 45 days ARO. Delivery shall be FOB Destination. The DPAS rating for this procurement is DO-C9. Quotations for the items(s) described above are due by 08/18/00 and may be mailed or faxed to Attn: Mrs. Artistine Lethcoe-Reid, NASA, LaRC, Hampton, VA 23681 or FAX NUMBER (757)864-6131 and include, solicitation number, FOB destination to this Center, proposed delivery schedule, discount/payment terms, warranty duration (if applicable), taxpayer identification number (TIN), identification of any special commercial terms, and be signed by an authorized company representative. Quoters are encouraged to use the Standard Form 1449, Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items form found at URL: http://procure.arc.nasa.gov/Acq/Forms/Index.html to submit a quotation. Quoters shall provide the information required by FAR 52.212-1. If the end product(s) quoted is other than domestic end product(s) as defined in the clause entitled "Buy American Act -- Supplies," the quoter shall so state and shall list the country of origin. The Representations and Certifications required by FAR 52.2l2-3 may be obtained via the internet at URL: http://ec.msfc.nasa.gov/msfc/pub/reps_certs/sats/ FAR 52.212-4 is applicable. Addenda to FAR 52.212-4 are as follows: 52.211-17, 52.219-6 and 1852.215-84. FAR 52.212-5 is applicable and the following identified clauses are incorporated by reference. 52.222-3, 52.225-13, 52.233-3, 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-35, 52.222-37, 52.225-3,Alternate II and 52.232-34. The FAR may be obtained via the Internet at URL: http://www.arnet.gov/far/ The NFS may be obtained via the Internet at URL: http://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/procurement/regs/nfstoc.htm Questions regarding this acquisition must be submitted in writing no later than 08/19/00. Award will be based upon overall best value to the Government, with consideration given to the factors of proposed technical merits, price and past performance; other critical requirements (i.e., delivery) if so stated in the RFQ will also be considered. Unless otherwise stated in the solicitation, for selection purposes, technical, price and past performance are essentially equal in importance. It is critical that offerors provide adequate detailto allow evaluation of their offer (see FAR 52.212-1(b). Quoters must provide copies of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representation and Certifications -- Commercial Items with their quote. See above for where to obtain copies of the form via the Internet. An ombudsman has been appointed -- See NASA Specific Note "B". It is the quoter's responsibility to monitor the following Internet site for the release of amendments (if any): http://nais.msfc.nasa.gov/cgi-bin/EPS/bizops.cgi?gr=C&pin=23 Potential quoters will be responsible for downloading their own copy of this combination synopsis/solicitation and amendments (if any). Posted 08/04/00 (D-SN482486). (0217)

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