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 requested and a written solicitation is attached. The solicitation number is 12805B22Q0565 and is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). THIS SOLICITATION IS NOW OPEN TO ALL BUSINESS SIZES. The USDA, ARS, PA Natural Resource Management Research in Mandan, ND has a need to purchase and install a new BAS Controller in Chemical Storage Building #18. See Specifications in the Attachments Section. Include all shipping charges to the location.
Contractor is required to have an active registration in the Government’s System Award Management (SAM) for the quote to be accepted. The Contractor will be required to register in the Government’s Invoice Payment Platform (IPP) and submit invoices electronically for payment.
Any amendment and documents related to this procurement will be available electronically at the Government Point of Entry (sam.gov). FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-2, 52.212-3, 52.212-4 and 52.212-5 (and any addenda to those clauses) are included in the attached clauses and provisions document. Additionally, other contract requirements and terms/conditions can be located in the same document.
The Government anticipates award of a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose quote conforms to the specifications that will be the most advantageous to the Government in accordance with FAR 13.106-2 considering three major areas: technical acceptance, past performance and price. Quotes will be evaluated by performing a comparative evaluation in accordance with FAR 13 106 2(b)(3) to determine which quote represents the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable. See attached clauses and provisions document for more details.
Submit an SF-1449 Form describing the services needed. Also include a price quote on company letterhead. Must meet the Specifications and Statement of Work in the Atachments Section. Make sure to include your company's DUNS or SAM UEI Number. Send the SF-1449 and all related documents to james.porter@usda.gov before the deadline on September 9, 2022. For technical questions, contact Michael Eberle at michael.eberle@usda.gov.
Failure to provide the required information in the requested format may result in quotes not being considered for award. Attached Provisions/Clauses apply to this RFQ and any subsequent award.
