SOLICITATION NOTICE
66 -- Single Crystal Wafers of Ge311 - Attachment I
- Notice Date
- 7/20/2009
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 334516
— Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Acquisition Management Division, 100 Bureau Drive, Building 301, Room B129, Mail Stop 1640, Gaithersburg, Maryland, 20899-1640
- ZIP Code
- 20899-1640
- Solicitation Number
- SB1341-09-RQ-0174
- Archive Date
- 8/14/2009
- Point of Contact
- Carol A. Wood, Phone: 301-975-8172, Todd D Hill, Phone: 301-975-8802
- E-Mail Address
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carol.wood@nist.gov, todd.hill@nist.gov
(carol.wood@nist.gov, todd.hill@nist.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- Total Small Business
- Description
- Attachment I THIS IS A COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS PREPARED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FORMAT IN FAR SUBPART 12.6-STREAMLINED PROCEDURES FOR EVALUATION AND SOLICITATION FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS-AS SUPPLEMENTED WITH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDED IN THIS NOTICE. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT CONSTITUTES THE ONLY SOLICITATION; QUOTATIONS ARE BEING REQUESTED, AND A WRITTEN SOLICITATION DOCUMENT WILL NOT BE ISSUED. THIS SOLICITATION IS BEING ISSUED USING SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION PROCEDURES UNDER THE AUTHORITY OF FAR SUBPART 13.5 TEST PROGRAM FOR CERTAIN COMMERCIAL ITEMS. This solicitation is a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-34. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 334516 with a small business size standard of 500 employees. This acquisition is 100% set-aside for small business. In accordance with the non-manufacturer rule, the manufacturer and distributor of these supplies must be a small business in accordance with the NAICS code identified. For size purposes, there can be only one manufacturer of the end item being acquired. The manufacturer is the concern which, with its own facilities, performs the primary activities in transforming inorganic or organic substances, including the assembly of parts and components, into the end item being acquired. The end item must possess characteristics which, as a result of mechanical, chemical or human action, it did not possess before the original substances, parts or components were assembled or transformed. The end item may be finished and ready for utilization or consumption, or it may be semifinished as a raw material to be used in further manufacturing. Firms which perform only minimal operations upon the item being procured do not qualify as manufacturers of the end item. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Center for Neutron Research (NCNR) uses monochromators for thermal triple axis instruments to select the wavelength of neutrons incident on samples. To take full advantage of the neutrons available from the source, NIST will construct double focusing monochromators for the BT7 and BT9 thermal triple axis spectrometers. Ge311 offers a suitable d-spacing for measurements on thermal triple axis instruments, while eliminating the (lambda/2) contamination present in monochromators such as PG 002. The crystallographic orientation of the wafers is critical. The purpose of this procurement is to obtain single crystal wafers of well-oriented Ge311 for the construction of monochromator arrays for the NIST BT7 and BT9 monochromators. Attachment I is a representation of the orientation of the wafers of Ge that will be produced by the Contractor. This attachment is provided to clarify the orientation and markings described in the specifications. LINE ITEM 0001: Quantity 220 each Ge(311) ± 0.03° single crystal wafers. The wafers must meet all of the required specifications identified herein. For the purpose of this solicitation, the term “wafer” is being utilized to specify the cut sections of the single crystal. 1. The starting germanium boule must be CZ, single-crystal, with 0-EPD, resistivity < 10 ohm-cm, no lineage, no slip, N-type; 2. The wafer must be oriented to Ge(311) ± 0.03°. To clarify, the (311) plane must be in the plane of the wafer and the <3,1,1> reciprocal lattice vector must be normal to the surface; 3. The Ge <0,2,-2> face must be normal to the face of the wafer and point along one of the sides (see attached figure) ± 1°; 4. Each square must be relief-etched to final dimensions of 20.0 ± 0.5mm by 20.0 ± 0.5mm by 8.00 ± 0.05mm thickness; 5. Wafers must have a number etched on one side that indicates that it is the <0,2,-2> face. This face must also have etched two identifiers: one describing the boule from which the wafer was taken, the other the relative position of that wafer within that boule. A letter identifier shall be used for the boule, and a number identifier for the relative position. Reference Attachment I for a representation of a wafer with the required orientation. INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA The quality of the wafers will be determined by inspection of the wafers for size (length, width, and thickness). The orientation and mosaic of the wafers will be inspected by members of the NIST/Thermal Triple Axis Team, using neutrons to determine if they are oriented to within the required tolerances. NIST will inspect no less than 3 wafers from each boule used. The inspections will occur within 60 days of receipt of the wafers. In the event any wafer is found to be non-compliant with specifications, the wafer must be re-manufactured at the Contractor’s expense. The Contractor shall be responsible for all shipping charges, and shipping liability, resulting from the rework or remake of the parts. WARRANTY Per the inspection and acceptance criteria, the Government will inspect no less than three wafers from each boule used. As the Government cannot test every wafer upon receipt, the Contractor must agree to a warranty period of six (6) months from the date of acceptance of each batch of wafers. The warranty period shall commence upon final acceptance for each batch. All wafers must be warranted to meet all specifications stated herein. The Government understands that the Contractor does NOT warrant the wafers for the purpose intended by the Government, however, does warrant that the wafers shall meet all required specifications. In the event any wafer is found to be non-compliant with specifications, the wafer must be re-manufactured at the Contractor’s expense. The Contractor shall be responsible for all shipping charges, and shipping liability, resulting from the rework or remake of the parts. DELIVERY The Contractor shall propose a delivery schedule for the wafers. The Contractor shall propose a batch size (number of wafers per batch) and delivery date for each batch. A minimum of three batches is required and the minimum batch size must be 20 wafers. The Contractor shall notify the NIST Technical Contact, not later than 30 days prior to shipment of each batch of wafers. This notification is necessary to plan the acceptance testing of the wafers. All wafers must be delivered not later than eight (8) months from the date of award. Delivery term shall be FOB Destination. The Contractor shall pack and mark the shipment in conformance with carrier requirements, deliver the shipment in good order and condition to the point of delivery specified in the purchase order, be responsible for loss of and/or damage to the goods occurring before receipt and acceptance of the shipment by the consignee at the delivery point specified in the purchase order; and pay all charges to the specified point of delivery. All shipments must be marked as FRAGILE. FINAL ACCEPTANCE NIST will provide payment upon delivery of wafers, verification that wafers meet required specifications through inspection and acceptance testing, and submission of a proper invoice by the Contractor. The Government anticipates that partial payments will be authorized for each delivered batch. Payment terms shall be Net 30 Days. EVALUATION CRITERIA AND BASIS FOR AWARD Award will be made to the Contractor whose quote offers the best value to the Government price and non-price factors considered. The Government will evaluate quotations based on the following evaluation criteria: 1) Technical Capability, (2) Experience, (3) Past Performance, and price. Technical capability, experience and past performance, when combined, shall be approximately equal in importance to price. Technical Capability The Contractor’s ability to manufacture oriented wafers shall be evaluated. Specifically the ability to manufacture a (311) germanium wafer shall be evaluated. The process submitted shall be evaluated for feasibility and likelihood for success. Experience Information submitted shall be evaluated to determine the degree of experience the Contractor possesses cutting Germanium crystals for use in neutron monochromators. Stronger consideration shall be given to quoters who have experience manufacturing wafers with the same material and orientation for the cut. Past Performance Past Performance shall be evaluated to determine the overall quality of the product and service provided by the Contractor. Evaluation of Past Performance shall be based on the references provided and/or information provided by NIST and its affiliates. REQUIRED SUBMISSIONS All quoters shall submit the following: 1) An original and one copy of a price quotation which addresses line item 0001; 2) For the purpose of evaluation of Technical Capability: A summary of the process that will be utilized to manufacture the wafers. The process summary must include all salient steps involved in manufacturing, and the equipment that will be utilized. 3) For the purpose of evaluation of Experience: A description of at least three (3) projects for which similarly oriented Ge single crystal wafers for use in neutron monochromators have been delivered. Documentation must describe deliveries that have been made which included oriented and cut Germanium wafers. If a subcontractor is proposed, documentation must be submitted based on the subcontractor’s responsibilities with respect to the required work. 4) For the purpose of evaluation of Past Performance: A list of at least three (3) past performance references. References must have recent and relevant experiences with the quoter with respect to the work being required by the solicitation. The list of references shall include, at a minimum: The name of the company or organization and the reference contact person; the telephone number of the reference contact person; the contract or grant number; the amount of the contract; the address and telephone number of the Contracting Officer if applicable; and the date of delivery or the date services were completed; 5) The successful quoter must be registered at www.ccr.gov. Failure or refusal to register shall forfeit award of any resultant purchase order; 6) This is an Open-Market Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for equipment as defined herein. The Government intends to award a Purchase Order as a result of this Combined Synopsis/Solicitation that will include the terms and conditions that are set forth herein. In order to facilitate the award process, ALL quotes shall include a statement regarding the terms and conditions herein as follows: The offeror shall state “The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document without modification, deletion, or addition.” OR The offeror shall state “The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document with the exception, deletion, or addition of the following: Offeror shall list exception(s) and rationale for the exception(s) Please note that this procurement is not being conducted under the GSA Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) program or another Government-Wide Area Contract (GWAC). If an offeror submits a quotation based upon an FSS or GWAC contract, the Government will accept the quoted price. However, the terms and conditions stated herein will be included in any resultant Purchase Order, not the terms and conditions of the offeror’s FSS or GWAC contract, and the statement required above shall be included in the quotation. DUE DATE FOR QUOTATIONS All quotations shall be sent to the National Institute of Standards and Technology, Acquisition Management Division, Attn: Carol A. Wood, 100 Bureau Drive, Stop 1640, Gaithersburg, MD 20899-1640. All offerors shall ensure the RFQ number is visible on the outermost packaging. Submission must be received not later than 3:30 p.m. local time on July 30, 2009. FAX quotations shall not be accepted. E-mail quotations shall be accepted. Because of heightened security, FED-EX, UPS, or similar delivery methods are the preferred method of delivery of quotes. If quotes are hand delivered, delivery shall be made on the actual due date through Gate A, and a 48 hour (excluding weekends and holidays) prior notice shall be provided to Carol Wood, Contract Specialist on 301-975-8172. NIST is not responsible for late delivery due to the added security measures. In addition, quoters who do not provide 24-hour notification in order to coordinate entrance to the NIST campus shall assume the risk of not being able to deliver quotes on time. PROVISIONS AND CLAUSES The full text of a FAR provision or clause may be accessed electronically at www.acqnet.gov/far. The following provisions apply to this acquisition: 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors — Commercial; 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications — Commercial Items. In accordance with FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications — Commercial Items, offerors must complete annual representations and certifications on-line at http://orca.bpn.gov. If paragraph (j) of the provision applies, a written submission is required; The following clauses apply to this acquisition: 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 including subparagraphs: 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government; 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside; 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns; 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting; 52.219-28, Post-Award Small Business Program Representation; 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; 52.225-1; Buy American Act-Supplies; 52.225-13 Restriction on Certain Foreign Purchases (E.O. 12722, 12724, 13059, 13067, 13121, and 13129; and 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer--Central Contractor Registration. Department of Commerce Agency-Level Protest Procedures Level above the Contracting Officer is also incorporated. It can be downloaded at www.nist.gov/admin/od/contract/agency.htm.
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- Zip Code: 20899
- Zip Code: 20899
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