Bureau of Reclamation, Contracts Group, 1150 N. Curtis Road, Suite 100, Boise, Idaho 83706-1234

70 -- COMPUTERS SOL 1425-98-SQ-10-04500 DUE 081998 POC Angela Keller, or Contracting Officer, Becky Young, at 208-378-5112 E-MAIL: Click here to contact the contracting officer via, akeller@pn.usbr.gov. The Bureau of Reclamation, PN Region, Boise, Idaho has the following requirement for 13 computers. This acquisition is a set-aside. 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; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The Request for Quotes (RFQ) and statement are issued as RFQ 1425-98-SQ-10-04500. The RFQ incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-7. The standard industrial classification is 5961 and the small business size standard is $18.5 million. CLIN 001: The minimum standard features are: Intel 400 MHz Pentium II Processor or compatible with 512K Cache 128 MB SDRAM, 17" EV 700 Color Monitor, 6.4 GB Ultra ATA Hard Drive, E series Mid Tower Case, Keyboard & Mouse, Intel or compatible LAN Desk Client Manager Software Version 3.1, MS Windows NT Workstation 4.0 and a 3 year limited warranty and 1 year onsite service. The following are applicable provisions and contract clauses incorporated by reference: 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial Items (Apr 1998); 52.212-2 Evaluation -- Commercial Items (Oct 1997); 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items (Jan 1997); 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items (Apr 1998); 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items (Apr 1998). Note: FAR Provision 52.212-3 must be completed and returned with your offer. If you need a copy contact us at 208-378-5112. FAR Provision 52.212-2 indicates this purchase will be awarded based on best value. We will evaluate based on the following criteria: first, whether your offer meets the minimum requirements, second past performance and third, price. Technical compliance and past performance will weigh more heavily in theevaluation than price. FAR Clause 52.212-5 paragraph (b) is tailored to incorporate the following clauses by reference: 52.219-8, 52.222-26, 52.222-35, 52.222-36, 52.222-37, 52.225-3, 52.225-9, 52.225-21, 52.233-3. Offerors must provide 3 references for similar equipment provided in the past 6-8 months, government contracts preferred, then commercial entities. Include with description of items provided: name, address, and phone number of acquiring customer and contract amount. Furthermore, offerors must submit descriptive literature, warranty information, service center locations, price, and delivery schedule. Offers for GSA prices or open market prices are to be submitted to the Bureau of Reclamation, Attn: Angela Keller, 1150 N. Curtis Road, Ste 100, Boise, ID 83706-1234. The computer should be delivered to the same address as FOB: Destination. Posted 08/05/98 (W-SN233209). (0217)

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