75 -- KRAFT FILE FOLDERS

Notice Date

November 14, 2000

Contracting Office

U.S. Department of Justice, Immigration & Naturalization Service, 7701 N. Stemmons Freeway (ACDCAP), Dallas, Texas 75247

ZIP Code

75247

Solicitation Number

ACD-1-Q-0087

Response Due

December 14, 2000

Point of Contact

Anthony D. Webb, Contract Specialist, 214/905 5392 or Fax No. 214/767 7458

Description

The Immigration and Naturalization Service, Dallas, Texas is issuing a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation #**ACD-1-Q-0352 is being issued as a Request for Quotation. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Acquisition Circular 97-20. This is a 100% SET-ASIDE FOR SMALL BUSINESS with a standard industrial classification code of 2675 with a size standard of 500. The resulting contract will be a fixed-price, requirements type contract for the purchase of 18 PT Kraft file folders, letter size, 1/3 cut, 1st and 3rd positions only, reinforced top tab, guide height 11 3/4" x 10" with crease expansion with at least 10% post-consumer recycled materials. No printing, to be boxed by position (Do not mix). Also folder will to have a Drill ?" holes through both sides, 2 ?" centered, ?" from top. Folder may be order without holes by using CLIN 1 or with holes by using CLIN 1AA. The period of performance will be for one year with two one-year options which may or may be exercised by the Government. Delivery orders may be placed on a monthly basis to replenish stock as needed. The following estimated quantities: Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) 1. Base year 3,900,000 (approx. 50% of each cut) with an estimated 328,000 folder per month; CLIN 2. First Option Period: 1,000,000; CLIN 3. 1,000,000. The estimated use for the two option periods is 88,000 per month. An example of the type of folder required is GQ2751B manufactured by S&W Manufacturing, Inc. Your quotation must include a sample of the folder being offered. All shipments are to be FOB Destination to the specific shipping destination cited on each delivery order which will be either a facility located in Grand Prairie, TX 75050 or Dallas, TX 75227. THE OFFEROR SHALL INCLUDE A COMPLETED COPY OF THE PROVISIONS AT FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -Commercial Items, along with the firm's DUNS number. The provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial, applies to this acquisition. FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Items is applicable. Paragraph (a), evaluation criteria is as follows: Award will be made to the lowest, technically acceptable offer. Technical: Offers shall submit a technical description, pictures of the product offered in the quotation and any other information to verify conformance to specifications. Include a narrative explaining the capabilities of your firm to meet the requirements of this requirement such as financial resources, past experience in similar work, and integrity. Government past performance: Include a list of prior government contracts which includes the name and phone number of the contracting officer; name and phone number of your bank and other references Each quotation is to include a completed copy of the provisions at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items. The clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items applies to this acquisition. The clause at FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, and the following additional clauses apply to this acquisition: FAR 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns, FAR 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (E.O. 11246); FAR 52.222-35, Affirmative Action for Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era; FAR 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers; FAR 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam; FAR 52.225-3, Buy American Act-Supplies; FAR 52.252-1, Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference, "Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at HYPERLINK http://www.arnet.gov./far http://www.arnet.gov./far , FAR 52.216-18, Ordering (paragraph (a), so much that "Such orders may be issued from date of award"); FAR 52.216-19, Order Limitations (paragraph (a), so much that reads, "When the Government requires supplies or services covered by this contract in an amount of less than Base year: 100,000/mo, Options: 50,000/mo, (b) (1) Base year 350,000/mo, Options: 100,000/mo, (2) Base year 500,000/mo, Options: 100,000/mo, the government is not obligated to purchase; (b) (1) "Any order for a single item in excess of ten-(8); (b)(3) "A series of orders from the same ordering office within thirty (30) days"; (d) unless that order is returned to the ordering office within five (5) days after issuance'; FAR 52.216-21, Requirements FAR 52.217-5, Evaluation of options; FAR 52.217-9, Options to Extend the term of the Contract insert "36 months"; and FAR 52.232-19, Availability of Funds for the next Fiscal Year insert September 30, 2001. Delivery orders may be issued via facsimile (which may also be placed orally or in writing). See Note #1. Quotes are due ** April 7, 2000, 2:00pm, at the Immigration and Naturalization Service, ATTN: Mr. Anthony D. Webb, ACDCAP, 7701 N. Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX 75247. Inquiries should be in written form and faxed to (214) 767-7458. All responsible sources may submit a quotation, which shall be considered.

Record

Loren Data Corp. 20001116/75SOL002.HTM (W-319 SN506670)