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81 -- SIDE OPENING INTERMODAL CONTAINERS SOL DAMT01-98-R-9803 DUE 083198 POC Kathy Lynch, Contract Specialist, (703) 681-6140 or Sarah Wiley, Contracting Officer, (703) 681-9770 or by facsimile (703) 681-9112!! E-MAIL: Kathy Lynch, lynchk@baileys-emh5.army.mil. (i) THIS IS A COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION for the purchase of commercial items prepared in accordance with (IAW) the format in 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. (ii) This SOLICITATION NUMBER DAMT01-98-R-9803 is issued as a request for proposals (RFP). (iii) The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through FEDERAL ACQUISITION CIRCULAR (FAC) #97-5, DEFENSE FEDERAL ACQUISITION CIRCULAR (DFAC) #91-13, and AFARS 98-003. (iv) This solicitation is unrestricted. The SIC code is 3799. (v) Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs). CLIN 0001: Prototype, 20'x8'x8'6" New and Unused, ISO CSC 1CC Dry Side Opening Cargo Container, Qty 1. CLIN 0002: 20'x8'x8'6" New and Unused, ISO CSC 1CC Dry Side Opening Cargo Containers, Qty 1600. CLIN 0003: Delivery of CLIN 0002 to Military Ocean Terminal, Sunny Point, NC. (vi) Description of Requirements. 1. The Government will procure 1600, 20'x8'x8'6", new and unused, ISO CSC 1CC dry cargo containers with full length side opening doors (New and Unused means that it is sealed at the factory and shipped without cargo). All construction shall be IAW the Commercial Item Description (CID) A-A-52029, dated 21 Jul 98 and as specified within the Synopsis/Solicitation. The CID is available by facsimile or email from Shelly Johnson, (703) 681-1418, Kathy Lynch (703) 681-6140, or Tina Parrish, (703) 681-5618. 2. Special Requirements. a. Placard Holders. Placard holders are required IAW the CID. b. Markings. On the left side of the forklift pocket on both sides, shall be stenciled "Property of the U.S. Government" in a minimum of 5" white letters. All other identification markings shall be IAW the CID and ISO 6346. c. Prototype. The contractor shall present one (1) certified 20'x8'x8'6" ISO CSC 1CC dry cargo container IAW the CID and Synopsis/ Solicitation for Government review 30 days after contract award. 3. Approved Level II engineering drawings shall be submitted. (vii) Delivery. All units shall be delivered to the Military Ocean Terminal, Sunny Point, South Port, NC 28461-5000. The hours of operation are 0730 to 1530 and the facility can accept up to 60 units per day. Delivery shall commence NLT 26 Jan 99 and be completed NLT 10 Apr 99. (viii) FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offers, Commercial Items applies and is incorporated by reference. (ix) FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation -- Commercial Items is incorporated by reference and applies to this acquisition. ADDENDUM 52.212-2 Para (a) The Government will award the contract to the responsible offeror whose offer represents the best overall value. The Government will determine each offeror's overall value on the basis of an integrated assessment of three evaluation factors: Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price. Subfactors under Technical Capability are: (1) Ability to Meet Specifications IAW CID A-A-52059, Dated 21 Jul 98 and Synopsis/Solicitation, and (2) Delivery. For the "Ability to Meet Specifications IAW CID A-A-52059, Dated 21 Jul 98 and Synopsis/Solicitation" subfactor, the offeror shall demonstrate its ability to comply with all ISO standards and requirements IAW the CID and Synopsis/Solicitation; comply with all approval and certificate requirements to include Classification, TIR, Immunization, UIC and CSC; paint (Lusterless Desert Tan) IAW commercial standards; white underside coating IAW CID, and identification marking requirements IAW CID, Synopsis/Solicitation, and ISO 6346; specify warranties for paint, structure, and decals; provide a detailed production plan which identifies the start and completion dates and estimated unit production by week; and provide the timelines for the prototype. For the "Delivery" subfactor, the offeror shall provide a delivery plan which shall include the following information, as applicable: Ocean Transportation Segment. The offeror shall provide a statement that U.S Flag vessel shall be used and estimated dates of sailing and arrival, port(s) of embarkation, and port(s) of debarkation. Non-Ocean Transportation Segment. The offeror shall provide the mode of shipment (i.e., truck or rail), estimated number of units delivered to specified delivery locations by day/week to meet 10 Apr 99 delivery date, and a statement that delivery will be made to the designated locations NLT 1530 hours, local time, unless prior approval for different delivery times has been given by the receiving government activity. Information for the non-ocean transportation segment is also required when ocean transportation is a required (i.e., from factory to POE and from POD to delivery location). For the "Past Performance" evaluation factor the offeror shall submit the following information as part of their proposal and a list of the last three (3) contracts completed during the past two years and all contracts currently in process for which the same or similar items were produced. Contracts listed may include those entered into by the Federal Government, agencies of state or local governments and commercial customers. Offerors that are newly formed entities without prior contracts should list contracts as required above for all key personnel. Include the following information for each contact: (a) Name of contracting activity; (b) Contract Number; (c) Contract Type; (d) Total contract value; (e) Description of units produced; (f) Contracting Officer and telephone; (g) Program manager and telephone; (h) Administrative contracting officer, if different from (f); and (i) List of major subcontractor (s). The offeror may provide information on problems encountered on the contracts and corrective actions taken to resolve those problems. The offeror may also submit information on any quality awards earned. The Government reserves the right to consult other sources of information concerning your past performance, including but not limited to past and present customers, and subcontractors. Each offeror will be evaluated on their performance under existing and prior contracts for the same or similar products. This performance information will be used to determine the offeror's ability to: (1) demonstrate ISO production experience for the same or similar items, (2) produce units which meet technical and ISO specifications, (3) meet delivery schedules, (4) identify and resolve technical issues, and (5) determine offeror's commitment to customer service. The Dun & Bradstreet or other financial resources may be used to determine the financial soundness of the offeror. Within the "Technical Capability" evaluation factor, subfactor (1), "Ability to Meet Specifications IAW CID A-A-52059, Dated 21 Jul 98 and Synopsis/Solicitation" is of greater weight than subfactor (2),"Delivery". The two subfactors when combined equal the "Technical Capability" evaluation factor, and are significantly more important than "Past Performance." Technical Capability is significantly more important than Price. Past Performance is more important than Price. Award will be based upon the best value to the Government, price and non-price factors considered. (x) Offerors shall include a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Repesentations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, with its offer. (xi) 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items is incorporated by reference and applies to this acquisition. Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price FAR (FFP). (xii) FAR 52.212-5 Contracts Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes -- Commercial Items, is incorporated by reference; however, for paragraph (b) only the following provisions apply to this acquisition: 52.212-5 (b), 52.203-6 Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government with ALT I 1995). 52.203-10 Price or Fee Adjustment for Illegal or Improper Activity (SEPT 1990), (41 USC 423). 52.219-8 Utilization of Small Disadvantaged and Women Owned Small Business Concerns (OCT 1995), (15 USC 4212). 52.219-9 Small Business, Small Disadvantaged and Women OwnedSmall Business Subcontracting Plan (OCT 1995). 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity, 52.222-35 Affirmative Action for Special Disabled and Vietnam Era Veterans (APRIL FAR 1984), (38 USC 4212). 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers (APRIL 1984), (29 USC 793). 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era (JAN 1988), (38 USC 4212). 52.225-9, 52.247-64, Preference for Privately Owned U.S.-Flag Commercial Vessels (46 U.S.C. 1241). DFARS clauses 252-225-7001 Buy American Act and Balance of Payments Program (JAN 1994) 252.212-7000 Offeror Representations and "Certifications -- Commercial Items (NOV 1995). 252.212-7001 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders Applicable to the Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items (JUL 1997). 252.225-7006 Buy American Act-Trade Agreements Act-Balance of Payments Program Certificate (JUN 1997). (xiii) Additional Requirements. Warranty. The contractor shall extend to the government full coverage of any standard commercial warranty normally offered to a similar commercial customer, provided such warranty is available at no additional cost to the Government. Acceptance of the standard warranty does not waive the Government's rights under the "Inspection Clause" nor does it limit the Government's rights with regard to the other terms and conditions of this acquisition. In the event of a conflict, the terms and conditions of this contract shall take precedence over the standard commercial rating. The standard commercial warranty period shall begin upon final acceptance of the material listed in the schedule. (xiv) DPAS Rating: N/A (xv) CBD Number notes: 12 (xvi) Two (2) copies of your proposal are due not later than 1500 hours eastern time, 31 August 1998 at HQMTMC, Nassif Building, JTMO, MTTM-E, Room 108, 5611 Columbia Pike, Falls Church, VA 22401-5050. To ensure your offer is considered, please telephone Kathy Lynch (703) 681-6140 to confirm that your offer has been received. The evaluation will begin immediately upon receipt of offers. (xvii) The offeror's proposal shall be submitted IAW the following format: (1) Transmittal letter, (2) CLIN pricing information, (3) Representations and Certifications, (4) Technical submission which addresses all areas as specified in the solicitation to include the Production Plan and Delivery Schedule, and (5) Past Performance Information. (xviii) You must include past performance references as follows: a. Specify the name, current telephone number, and contract number for your five most recent commercial or government contracts for the same or similar items. b. For the references provided in paragraph (a) above, include a brief description of the item provided, quantity, and dollar value. Indicate compliance with delivery schedules mandated by the customer. Include any information available concerning your compliance with the specifications. c. The government reserves the right to consult other sources of information concerning your past performance, including but not limited to Dun and Bradstreet, other financial resources, and any other customers. Please include a copy of your most recent Dun and Bradstreet report, if available. Also, please indicate your DUNS number in your response. (xix). You must complete registration in the Central Contractor Registration database to be eligible for DOD contracts award after 31 May 1998. The CCR allows DOD vendors to provide basic business information one time to the government. Updates occur annually. The CCR provides worldwide visibility of sources to negotiators and finance officers. You may register by following the procedures below: 1. Access the World Wide Web home page address: http://ccr.edi.disa.mil/ 2. Complete the registration form by following the instructions on the screen. Instructions to FAX the CCR registration form to the appropriate Registration Assistance Center (RAC) are also included on the screen. The RAC number can be obtained by calling (888) 227-2423. 3. Before contract award, the Contracting Officer MUST verify registration of prospective awardees. If you intend to participate in this procurement and require copies of the commercial item description concerning this specific acquisition, contact Kathy Lynch at (703) 681-6140 or by e-mail at. Posted 08/11/98 (W-SN235772). (0223)

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