A -- RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

Notice Date

September 10, 2001

Contracting Office

Department of the Treasury, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, Acquisition Division, Room 3290, 650 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20226

ZIP Code

20226

Solicitation Number

14050001405

Response Due

September 12, 2001

Point of Contact

Angel C. Matthews-Warren, 202/927-8688

E-Mail Address

202/927-8688 (acmatthews@atfhq.atf.treas.gov)

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) has a requirement for the Horizon "C" Lab 2000-A, Software Upgrades/Technical support, Installation and Training. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation document and all incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-27. The following items are to be procured on a firm fixed price contract. "Mini" Mobile Video Workstation; Flex-Arm Macro Arm System; Software Controlled "Macro" CAM w/24:1 Zoom and Autofocus; 3 Chip Video Camera with Real Time Digital Enhancement; Olympus Research Level Low Power Microscope; FiberOptic Illuminator with Custom 36" extended light pipes specifically designed to mount onto flex-arm; EZDoc Evidence documentation software with measurement; Anncillary Cables and Connectors; Camera Ready Image Computer for Windows NT/95/98; Remote Image Viewer with measurement software (2ea); On Site Installation, EZDoc Software Upgrades and Technical Support; Sony Professional Grade High Resolution Digital Printer (UPD-70A); DYE Sublimation Color Printer paper and ink for MS8-003-04 (UPC-8811). The period of performance is for 12 months from the date of award. Requirement is for the purchase of laboratory equipment and support services. The following provisions are applicable to this acquisition: (a) FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial, (b) FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items, (c) FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders-Commercial Items. The provision at FAR 51.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items applies to this acquisition. Evaluation factors in declining order are as follows; Past Performance, Quality, and Cost. Past performance and quality combined are more important than cost. The vendor must also submit certification of compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Awardee must complete a SF-3381 ACH Vendor/Miscellaneous Payment Enrollment Form. Quotes must include delivered price and product literature, which lists specifications. Award will be based on meeting the technical specifications listed above, on an ALL OR NONE basis and the BEST VALUE to the government. The Government may elect to pay a cost premium to select an offeror whose ratings on non-cost evaluation factors (e.g. past performance, and quality) are superior. A "premium" is defined as the cost difference between the lowest evaluated cost of a technically acceptable offer and a higher priced offer deemed to be superior from a Past Performance and/or Quality standpoint. However, the Government will not make an award at a significantly higher overall price to achieve only slightly superior Past Performance and/or Quality. Quotes will be acceptable by mail or by facsimile at 202/927-8688. Questions concerning this procurement should be addressed by fax to Angel C. Matthews-Warren, Contracting Officer, (202) 927-8688. All interested parties must submit a quote by 5:00 p.m. EST Sept. 12, 2001.

Web Link

A -- Research & Development (acmatthews@atfhq.atf.treas.gov)

Record

Loren Data Corp. 20010912/ASOL010.HTM (W-252 SN50X1K3)