SOLICITATION NOTICE
66 -- X-RAY FLUORESCENCE SPECTROMETERS FOR TOBYHANNA ARMY DEPOT, TOBYHANNA, PA 18466
- Notice Date
- 10/21/2008
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 334516
— Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- Department of the Army, U. S. Army Materiel Command, US Army C-E LCMC, Tobyhanna Depot Contracting Office, US Army C-E LCMC, Tobyhanna Depot Contracting Office, ATTN: AMSEL-TY-KO, 11 Hap Arnold Boulevard, Tobyhanna, PA 18466-5100
- ZIP Code
- 18466-5100
- Solicitation Number
- W25G1V-09-R-0001
- Response Due
- 11/5/2008
- Archive Date
- 1/4/2009
- Point of Contact
- Ruth Mecca, 570-895-7432<br />
- Small Business Set-Aside
- Total Small Business
- 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. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2005-27. NAICS Code 334516, 500emp. The Solicitation number W25G1V-09-R-0001 is issued as a Request for Proposal (RFP). Simplified acquisition procedures FAR Part13.5 are used. Any resultant contract shall be Firm, Fixed-Price, one award. Offeror must hold prices firm for 60 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers which is 4:00 PM local 11/05/08. Offers or modifications to offers received at the address specified for the receipt of offers after the exact time specified may not be considered. Offers may be submitted via Fax at 570-895-6782, e-mail or hard copy. To receive an award, the company must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) http://www.dlis.dla.mil/ccr. Parties interested in responding to RFP shall complete a Standard Form (SF) 1449 http://www.forms.gov, blocks 5, 12, 17a, 17b, 19 thru 24,30a, and 30b; AND 30c. The offer must be signed by a company official authorized to contractually bind the company. Offerors shall include and complete the full text provision FAR 52.209-5 Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Proposed Debarment and Other Responsibility matters. FAR 52.212-3 ALT 1 Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items, completely filled out as well as DFARS 252.212-7000, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items. Full text clauses may be found at http://farsite.hill.af.mil or http://www.arnet.gov. Supporting documentation(i.e., Past Performance and, if quoting on an equal item, literature clearly showing the product quoted matches the referenced brand (salient characteristics) must be submitted in order for your offer to be considered. See below regarding submission technical documentation and examples of Past Performance. Completed SF1449 and other information must be faxed 570-895-6782, sent electronically as a.pdf file or provided hard copy; to ruth.mecca@us.army.mil. Delivery and on-site installation at Tobyhanna Army Depot (TYAD) shall be no later than 60 days from date of award. Delivery is FOB Destination, Tobyhanna Army Depot, Tobyhanna, PA 18466. Brand name or equal, Fisher Technology Inc., Model: Fisherscope XDAL, Part Number: 603-283, X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometer, Quantity (3) each, Fisher Technology Inc. 750 Marshall Phelps Rd. Windsor, CT 06095 SALIENT FEATURES: This specification defines the minimum requirements for the procurement, performance and acceptance of an X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) inspection system to be used in the quantitative element analysis and thickness measurement of electronic parts and circuit card assemblies.1.0: General Requirements: The following defines the minimum requirements for compliance to Environmental, Safety and Health issues:1.1: The X-Ray tube head and all objects to be irradiated are within a shielded cabinet.1.2: An X-Ray on light will activate when the X-Rays are produced. 1.3: A device shall be available to prevent or quickly interrupt the X-Ray production. The device shall require manual resetting to enable the reinitiating of X-Ray production. The use and function of the device shall be clearly labeled.1.4: Each entrance or panel providing access to the cabinet shall have fail-safe interlocks installed to prevent access from outside the X-Ray cabinet.1.5: The exposure rate at two inches from any accessible surface outside of the facility shall not exceed.5 mR per hour. This exposure rate shall be demonstrated during initial evaluation of the X-Ray system. 2.0: System Requirements: 2.1: The X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometer (XRF) system shall be a new system. Used or refurbished systems or components are not acceptable. The XRF system may be comprised of one or more units, i.e. the X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometer unit and the operators computer unit. 2.2: Input Requirements: Electrical: 120 V, 60 Hz. No other power or gas sources shall be required. 2.3: Internal Working Dimensions: The internal X-Ray chamber dimensions shall be such that inspection can be performed on a circuit board panel at least 10.0 in. (W) x 10.0 in. (D) x 6.0 in. (H). 2.4: External Dimensions: The external chamber dimensions of the measurement unit shall not exceed 24.0 in. (W) x 30.0 in. (D) x 24.0 in. (H). The separate operators desktop computer system for test results and analysis is not included in these dimensions. 2.5: System Weight: The X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometer unit shall not weigh more than 240 pounds. 3.0: Specific Requirements: 3.1: The complete system shall be capable of X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometer (XRF) material analysis and thickness inspection and reporting of individual or multiple electronic components, circuit board panels and circuit board assemblies without any damage or direct contact to test parts, panels or assemblies. 3.2: System Capabilities: The XRF unit shall include an X-Ray source that supports multiple, no less than four (4), X-Ray collimation in a selectable range of 0.1 mm to 0.6 mm diameter, and provides for a minimum measuring spot of less than 0.2 mm diameter. The system shall provide motorized filters for Ni and Al spectra. The system detection range shall extend from atomic weight 13 (Aluminum) to atomic weight 92 (Uranium), and shall include capability equal to a PIN semiconductor detector, or better, with energy resolution of between than 220 eV and 250 eV. 3.3: The XRF unit shall provide an auto focus visible laser light sample observation capability with optical image magnification greater than 40X and digitally in steps of 1, 2, 3, 4x, with a LCD monitor display size of 17 inch diagonal. This observation capability shall support aiming of the X-Ray source on the sample to within 0.002 inch accuracy and support verification of aiming point on the sample. 3.4: The XRF unit shall include a programmable motorized stage to manipulate the sample or detector in the X and Y axes at least 10 inches with 0.01 mm precision, and either sample or detector movement for Z axis adjustment of at least 5 inches. The motorized stage shall support for a sample up to 4.5 pounds weight. The motorized stage shall allow control via a computer interface and separate joystick. Direct contact with the item under test is not permitted. 3.5: The X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometer (XRF) unit shall include a computer interface(s) for the operator software control, monitoring and data interchange of the X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometer (XRF) unit. The computer interface(s) shall provide for both video image and text data interfacing (in a format usable as objects in other software programs, such as Microsoft Office Professional). 3.6: The Operators Computer System (OCS) shall have the latest Intel processor, a minimum of 1 GB Ram, Local Area Network (LAN) capability, a minimum of a 80 GB hard disk drive, a Read / Write DVD/CD-ROM, two spare USB ports, USB keyboard, USB mouse, and a 17 inch LCD flat panel display that supports 1280 x 1024 dot matrix resolution at 60Hz. The operating system must be Microsofts Windows XP Professional with latest service packs installed. 3.7: The OCS shall include material measurement software to analyze the spectral data and display results. The system shall support determination of constituent weight ratios and thicknesses of material layers down to 50 nm thick. The system shall support determination of element distribution by layer, such as the case with elemental Pb content in both the ceramic body of a chip capacitor and in the external plating finish. 3.8: The OCS analysis software that is recorded with each test shall support the data requirements of those indicated in Appendix A. The data, both measured and operator entered, shall be exportable in a common Microsoft Office Basic Edition application format via a USB port or printed in a report format. The recorded measurement and analysis data must also be database searchable based upon multiple selected queries for reports and exporting. The test recorded data shall also have provisions for the addition or deletion of data fields based upon the customers requirements beyond those indicated in Appendix A. 3.9: The OCS graphical displays of measurement results in various formats such as lists, specification limits color coded, statistical evaluation methods, and material identification types shall be modifiable by the customer. 3.10: The XRF unit shall permit production type programming of accepting commands from external programs via the operator computer system to perform multiple article testing. 4.0: Other Equipment: 4.1: The customer will provide all necessary electrical power connections for the system based upon installation instructions. Any other equipment or components needed to fully operate the XRF system shall be supplied by the contractor system. 4.2: The contractor shall provide one set of material composition standards for Bismuth (Bi), Tin (Sn), Copper (Cu), and Silver (Ag). The standards shall be traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). 4.3: The contractor shall provide one set of Tin-Lead (SNPb) composition foil standard with a lead content of 3.0 +/- 0.5wt%. The standard shall be traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). 4.4: The contractor shall provide one set of Tin foil, greater than or equal to 99.9%, of a specified thickness as a verification standard. The standard shall be traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). 5.0: Documentation: 5.1: The Contractor shall deliver two sets of the entire XRF system installation and assembly drawings/instructions to the customer. The installation instructions shall be made available to the customer at 10 days prior to the delivery of the system to allow proper site preparation. 5.2: The Contractor shall deliver one set each of operator manual, maintenance manuals and spare parts lists in hardcopy or electronic versions to the customer with each XRF system. 5.3: The Contractor shall deliver all commercially available software installation media, software licenses and documentation to the customer representative at time of delivery. 5.4: The Contractor shall deliver proof of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) traceable documentation. 6.0: Installation: 6.1: The Contractor shall provide and install each XRF system at the customers testing centers at the customers facility. Preparation of the installation locations will be the responsibility of the customer based upon the delivered installation instructions. The Government shall bring the system from the loading dock to the installation site. The contractor shall perform installation, to include: uncrating, unpacking, and any required assembly; connecting the system to the required utilities; and verification of system operation. The contractor is responsible for providing all equipment necessary to perform the required installation. The Government will dispose of crating and packing material. 6.2: The Contractor will coordinate the start-up date with the customer 10 days prior to the delivery of the XRF system.6.3: The Contractor shall perform initial start-up, test and calibration of the XRF system after installation and prior to any training. 7.0: Delivery: 7.1: Contractor shall deliver Qty. of 3 each XRF systems and all deliverables within 60 days of receipt of purchase order. 8.0: Training: 8.1: Contractor will provide a knowledgeable instructor for a minimum of one (1) day of operator training at the customers facility following final installation, calibration, and acceptance of the XRF system. The training will include calibration, operation and maintenance of the XRF System equipments.8.2: The customer may provide sample electronic components and boards/assemblies for training purposes. The Contractor may provide supplemental training test samples. 9.0: Shipping, Inspection and Acceptance: 9.1: Final acceptance of the entire XRF system shall occur after completion of installation, calibration, and training at the customers facility at Tobyhanna Army Depot, Tobyhanna, PA 18466. The delivery shall be FOB Destination, freight prepaid. 9.2: Acceptance testing will encompass correctly identifying and processing of material composition standards. 9.3: Acceptance verification of the operators computer system hardware and software types and configurations.9.4 Acceptance verification of the deliverable documentation. 10.0: Warranty: 10.01: The contractor shall provide a Warranty for one-year for parts, labor, and travel to Tobyhanna, PA 18466. 10.02: The contractor shall provide free phone support for life of the system. 11.0: Item Identification and Valuation: 11.01: Unit cost must include Item Identification and Validation per DFARS 252.211-7003. 12.0: Typical XRF Analyzed Data and Format Fields Requirements12.01: All offerors must receive a copy of APPENDIX A and acknowledge same in their offer. Email: ruth.mecca@us.army.mil for copy of APPENDIX A: Typical XRF Analyzed Data and Format Fields Requirements. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION: The pricing shall be filled out as follows: CLIN 0001, CLIN 0002, CLIN 0003:$_____ X-RAY FLUORESCENCE SPECTROMETER QUANTITY: 1 EACH PER CLIN. TECHNICAL, offer shall provide manufacturers technical specifications for the proposed and proposed delivery schedule. PAST PERFORMANCE information pertaining to three examples of sales of an X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometer to include customer name, phone number/e-mail, model supplied, dollar value of contract and required/actual delivery. APPLICABLE FAR CLAUSES: 52.203-3 Gratuities; 52.203-11 Certification and Disclosure Regarding Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transaction; 52.209-6 Protecting the Governments Interest When Subcontracting With Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment; 22.211-6 Brand Name or Equal; 52.211-14; 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items; 52.212-2 EVALUATION-COMMERCIAL ITEMS(JAN 1999)fill in (a) The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: Technical evaluation will be pass/fail based on review of information submitted by offeror; Past Performance will be rated as to relevancy and quality of product and related services. Price is more important than past performance. Award may not necessarily be made to the firm who submits the lowest proposal. (b) A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offers specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer, whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award. 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items; 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items: (X) (b)52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government with Alternate 1; 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns; 52.222-3, Convict Labor; 52.222-19 Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies; 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities; 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity ; 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans; 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities; 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans; 52.222-39, Notification of Employee Rights Concerning Payment of Union Dues or Fees;52.222.50 Combating Trafficking in Persons; 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer Central contractor Registration; 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases; 52.239-1;52.228-5 Insurance Work on a Government Installation, liability: workers compensation $100,000, bodily injury $500,000 per occurrence, Automobile Liability Insurance $200,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence for Bodily Injury, $20,000 per occurrence for property damage; 52.223-3- Hazardous Material Identification and Material Safety Data; 52.223-6-Drug-Free Workplace; 52.223-5 Pollution Prevention and Right to-Know Information; 52.223-11-Ozone-Depleting Substances; 52.223-13-Certification of Toxic Chemical Release Reporting;52.223-14 Toxic Chemical Release Reporting; 52.223-15 Energy Efficiency in Energy Consuming Products;52.227-1 Authorization and Consent, 52.227-2 Notice and assistance regarding patent and copyright infringement; 52.227-3 Patent Indemnity;52.229-4 Federal, State and Local Taxes;52.237-2 Protection Of Government Buildings, Equipment, And Vegetation; 52.243-1 Changes-Fixed Price;52.246-4; F.O.B. Destination 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference. 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference Computer Generated Forms; Control Of Government Personnel Work Product 252.204-7004 Alt A Central Contractor Registration; 252.204-7006 Billing Instructions; 252.211-7003 Item Identification and Valuation; 252.212-7003, Contracting Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items; (X) 252.205-7000, Provision of Information to Cooperative Agreement Holders; 252.225-7012 Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities; 252.225-7014 Preference for Domestic Specialty Metals;252.225-7015 Restriction on Acquisition of Hand or Measuring Tools, 252.225-7021, Trade Agreements;252.226-7001 Utilization of Indian Organizations, Indian-Owned Economic Enterprises, and Native Hawaiian Small Business Concerns; 252-227-7015; Technical Data-Commercial Items; 252.227-7037, Validation of Restrictive Markings on Technical Data(SEP 1999) (10 U.S.C. 2321); 252.232-7003, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports; 252.243-7002 Requests for Equitable Adjustment 252.247-7023, Transportation of Supplies by Sea; 252.247-7024, Notification of Transportation of Supplies by Sea; 252.223-7006; 252.227-7027 Deferred Ordering Of Technical Data Or Computer Software; 252.232-7010 Levies on Contract Payments 252.243-7001; Pricing Of Contract Modifications; The offeror will also be required in award to comply with TYAD local clauses for performance of on-site work at TYAD, contract administration and payment under 52.0000-4956 Wide Area Workflow System which will be included in any resultant contract. For a copy of the TYAD local clauses applicable to the award, Email: ruth.mecca@us.army.mil
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