Added: Sep 12, 2008 12:25 pm
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, in conjunction with FAR 13.5, as applicable, and as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; bids are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation number is 8650-812954 and is issued as an invitation for bids (IFB), unless otherwise indicated herein. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2005-26. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 337127 with a small business size standard of 500 employees. This requirement is a [ Small Business ] set-aside and only qualified offerors may submit bids. The solicitation pricing on www.FedBid.com will start on the date this solicitation is posted and will end on 2008-09-15 11:30:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com. FOB Destination shall be Springfield, VA 22153
The Department of State requires the following items, Meet or Exceed, to the following:
LI 001, Office u-desk, left: style 15794; color cordovan w/cinder handle; 72"x111"x29", 1, EA;
LI 002, Keyboard tray: style 90891; size 24"x14"x1-1/4", 1, EA;
LI 003, 2 drawer lateral file w/bookcase: style 32754; color cordovan w/cinder handle; 36"x24"x65" color black, 2, EA;
LI 004, 4 drawer lateral file: style 30535; color cordovan w/cinder handle; 36"x24"x56", 1, EA;
LI 005, 2 drawer lateral file: style 30534; color cordovan w/cinder handle; 36"x24"x29", 2, EA;
LI 006, Kneehole credenza: style 10746; color mahogany; 66"x20"x29", 4, EA;
LI 007, 2 drawer lateral file: style 10750; color mahogany; 30"x20"x29"., 6, EA;
LI 008, High back leather chair: style 50486; color black; overall size 30" x28"d x43-47"H, 6, EA;
LI 009, Guest chair: style 55478; color: oxblood; size overall 25"wx29"dx43"h, 4, EA;
LI 010, 7' bamboo pot; color burgundy; style 90617, 4, EA;
LI 011, 6' Japanese Maple Pot; color burgundy; style 90618, 6, EA;
LI 012, Ivy Basket Pot; style 90853; size 26"wx16"h, 12, EA;
LI 013, Computer table 10" deep storage shelf, wire mgmt grommet in top and back panel; style: 50CRT36-PM; color old world mahogany; size 24"x36"x30", 2, EA;
LI 014, Articulating keyboard, leverless, with non-handed mouse pad, 5" height adjustment, 25 degree tilt-360 swivel, black molded tray, style AKP, 2, EA;
LI 015, Top-freezer refrigerator GE 21.7 cu ft refrigerator, adjustable spillproof glass shelves upfront illuminated temperature controls, adjustable gallon door bins spillproof freezer floor never clean condensor: style GTS22KBP; color white: GTH22KBPWW. !!!! Voltage must be 220v/50Hz !!!, 1, EA;
For this solicitation, Department of State 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. An Offeror may submit a series of pricing bids, which descend in price during the specified period of time for the aforementioned reverse auction. Department of State is taking this action in an effort to improve both vendor access and awareness of requests and the agency's ability to gather multiple, competed, real-time bids. All responsible Offerors 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. Offerors that are not currently registered to use www.FedBid.com should proceed to www.FedBid.com to complete their free registration. Offerors that require special considerations or assistance may contact the FedBid Helpdesk at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or via email at clientservices@fedbid.com. Offerors 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 offerors require additional clarification, notify the point of contact or 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. Failure to comply with the below terms and conditions may result in offer being determined as non-responsive.
The selected Offeror must comply with the following commercial item terms and conditions. FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial, applies to this acquisition. The selected Offeror must submit a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items. FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition.
The following FAR clauses in paragraph (b) of FAR clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, will apply: 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-35, 52.222-36, 52.222-37, 52.225-13, 52.232-34. The full text of a FAR clause may be accessed electronically at http://www.acqnet.gov/far.
CCR Requirement - Company must be registered on Central Contractor Registration (CCR) before an award could be made to them. If company is not registered in CCR, they may do so by going to CCR web site at http://www.ccr.gov.
The Contractor and its employees shall exercise the utmost discretion in regard to all matters relating to their duties and functions. They shall not communicate to any person any information known to them by reason of their performance of services under this contract which has not been made public, except in the necessary performance of their duties or upon written authorization of the Contracting Officer. All documents and records (including photographs) generated during the performance of work under this contract shall be for the sole use and become the exclusive property of the U.S Government. Furthermore, no article, book, pamphlet, email, recording, broadcast, speech television appearance, film or photograph concerning any aspect of work performed under this contract shall be published or disseminated through any media without the prior written authorization of the Contracting Officer. These obligations do no cease upon the expiration or termination of this contract. The Contractor shall include the substance of this provision in all contracts of employment and in all subcontracts hereunder.
