Solicitation Number:

W91247-08-T-0086

Notice Type:

Presolicitation

Synopsis:

MODIFICATION NOTICE: Bids are being solicited under solicitation number W91247-08-T-0086. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; bids are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation is issued as an invitation for bids (IFB), unless otherwise indicated herein. If your company can provide the product/services listed on the solicitation and comply with all of the solicitation instructions, please respond to this notice. To view the specifications, please go to www.FedBid.com and reference Buy No. 77207_01.

GSA Schedule Bids Only: Sellers bidding on this opportunity MUST have the items requested on an existing GSA Schedule. The Schedule must either be in the Seller's name or the Seller must be able to document its ability to act as an agent of a partner's Schedule. Sellers may offer Open Market items only in accordance with the approved Terms and Conditions of their respective GSA Schedule AND upon approval from the soliciting Contracting Officer. Information regarding GSA Schedules can be found at www.GSA.gov.

This requirement is unrestricted and only qualified sellers may submit bids. The solicitation pricing on www.FedBid.com will start on the date this solicitation is posted and will end on 2008-08-11 11:00:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com. FOB Destination shall be FORT BRAGG, NC 28310

The USA ACA Ft. Bragg requires the following items, Brand Name or Equal, to the following:
LI 001, Admin Office: 5 ft workstations w/ overhead, b/b/f pedestals, keyboard trays, power panels, 3, EA;
LI 002, 5 drawer lateral file, 4, EA;
LI 003, Guest Chairs - sled base w/ fixed loop arms, 5, EA;
LI 004, 1SG Office: L-shaped desk, 1 b/b/f ped, 1 f/f, wood laminate w/ keyboard tray, 1, EA;
LI 005, 1SG Office: 2 drawer lateral w/ bookcase ontop, 1, EA;
LI 006, Guest Chairs- sled base w/ fixed loop arms-Grade 4 fabric , 6, EA;
LI 007, Office high back task chairs- Leather w/ adj ams , 2, EA;
LI 008, Commander Office: U-shaped desk w/ overhead, additional 2 drawer lateral file extention, wood laminate, keyboard tray, 1 b/b/f ped, 1 f/f , 1, EA;
LI 009, XO: 6X6 L-Shaped wood laminate, 1 b/b/f ped, 1 f/f ped, 1, EA;
LI 010, XO: 3 drawer lateral , 1, EA;
LI 011, XO: Office high back task chairs- faux leather w/ adj. arms, 1, EA;
LI 012, Supply: 6X6 L-shaped, keyboard tray, 1 b/b/f ped, 1 f/f ped, w/ hutch, 2, EA;
LI 013, Office high back task chairs- Mesh back/ fabric seat w/ adj. arms, 5, EA;
LI 014, 4 shelf bookcase, 1, EA;
LI 015, Installation- Delivery, set-up, removal of any vendor trash, 1, EA;

For this solicitation, USA ACA Ft. Bragg intends to conduct an online competitive reverse auction to be facilitated by the third-party reverse auction provider, FedBid, Inc. FedBid has developed an online, anonymous, browser based application to conduct the reverse auction. A Seller may submit a series of pricing bids, which descend in price during the specified period of time for the aforementioned reverse auction. USA ACA Ft. Bragg is taking this action in an effort to improve both seller access and awareness of requests and the agency's ability to gather multiple, completed, real-time bids. All responsible Sellers that respond to this solicitation MUST submit the pricing portion of their bid using the online exchange located at www.FedBid.com. There is no cost to register, review procurement data or make a bid on www.FedBid.com. Sellers that are not currently registered to use www.FedBid.com should proceed to www.FedBid.com to complete their free registration. Sellers that require special considerations or assistance may contact the FedBid Helpdesk at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or via email at clientservices@fedbid.com. Sellers may not artificially manipulate the price of a transaction on www.FedBid.com by any means. It is unacceptable to place bad faith bids, to use decoys in the www.FedBid.com process or to collude with the intent or effect of hampering the competitive www.FedBid.com process. Should Sellers require additional clarification, contact FedBid at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or clientservices@fedbid.com.

Use of FedBid: Buyers and Sellers agree to conduct this transaction through FedBid in compliance with the FedBid Terms of Use. Buyers and Sellers understand that FedBid ranks all bids by price; however, pursuant to applicable acquisition regulations and/or departmental guidelines, Buyers may use criteria other than price to evaluate offers. Accordingly, please note that, unless otherwise specified herein below, to the extent required by applicable regulations and/or guidelines, award will be made to the responsible Seller whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Buyer on the basis of price, technical capability, delivery, and past performance.

Please contact lisa.m.turner1@us.army.mil if you have any questions concerning the solicitation. Contact ClientServices@FedBid.com or call 1-877-9FEDBID to address any questions or comments with FedBid.

FOB Destination CONUS (CONtinental U.S.)

New equipment ONLY, NO remanufactured products

Bid MUST be good for 30 calendar days after submission

No partial shipments unless otherwise specified.

Sellers are required to register with the Central Contractor Registry (CCR) prior to receipt of order. Information can be found at www.ccr.gov

Desired Delivery: 30 Days after receipt of order (ARO).

In accordance with DFARS 252.232-7003, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports, the contractor shall submit their payment request electronically using the Wide Area Workflow Receipt and Acceptance (WAWF-RA). This application allows DOD contractors to submit and track invoices and receipt/acceptance documents electronically. The WAWF website is located at https://wawf.eb.mil and there is no charge to use WAWF. Contractors must register to use WAWF at this website and ensure an electronic business point of contact (POC) is designated in the Central Contractor Registration site at http://www.ccr.gov within ten (10) calendar days after award of this contract. Contractor training is available at the website Home Page, under about WAWF, Training External Link, Vendor Getting Started Guide. Contractors may also obtain assistance by contacting the WAWF Customer Support (Help Desk) at toll free- 866-618-5988; commercial: 801-605-7095; Fax commercial: 801-605-7453 or CSCASSIG@CSD.DISA.MIL

A site visit has been arranged for this requirement. Offerors and quoters are urged and expected to inspect the site where services are to be performed and to satisfy themselves regarding all general and local conditions that may affect the cost of contract performance, to the extent that the information is reasonably obtainable. In no event shall failure to inspect the site constitute grounds for a claim after contract award. A site visit is scheduled for Wednesday, August 6, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. local time. Vendors are to meet the contract specialist at the site. Please notify the contract specialist by 09:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 6, 2008 if you are planning on attending to obtain directions to the site. E-mail address is: lisa.m.turner1@us.army.mil

The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: (i) price, (ii) delivery, (iii) technical capability of the offer to meet the Government requirement. All offers must be found technically capable to be considered for award. Award may be made to other than the low offer if the contractor can promise a faster delivery/completion and the price can be determined reasonable when compared to other offers received (price and delivery terms). Award will be based upon the best value to the Government in accordance with procedures in FAR 13.106-2(b).

Additional Info:

www.fedbid.com (b-77207_01, n-15206)

Contracting Office Address:

2175 Macomb Street, Fort Bragg, NC 28310

Place of Performance:

FORT BRAGG, NC 28310 28310 US

Point of Contact(s):

Name: Lisa Turner, Title: Contract Specialist, Phone: 9109075113, Fax: , Email: lisa.m.turner1@us.army.mil;