SOLICITATION NOTICE
88 -- Purchase of new livestock for Trails division at Rocky Mountain National Park
- Notice Date
- 6/18/2010
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Contracting Office
- IMR - ROMO - Rocky Mountain National Park 1000 Hwy 36 Estes Park CO 80517
- ZIP Code
- 80517
- Solicitation Number
- N1524100500
- Response Due
- 7/9/2010
- Archive Date
- 6/18/2011
- Point of Contact
- Kris O'Neil Contract Specialist 9705861236 Kris_O'Neil@nps.gov;
- E-Mail Address
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Point of Contact above, or if none listed, contact the IDEAS EC HELP DESK for assistance
(EC_helpdesk@NBC.GOV)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- Total Small Business
- Description
- Request for Proposals Solicitation Number: N1524100500 Posted Date: June 18, 2010Response Date: COB July 9, 2010 Proposals to be returned in accordance with Section L Instructions attached to this announcementSet Aside: Total small business Description: This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance withi 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 solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition circular (FAC) 2005-40. The NAIC code for this procurement is 112920. The small business size standard is $750,000 in annual sales.Primary point of contact is Kris O'Neil, Contract Specialist. Phone: (970) 586-1236; Fax (970) 586-1257; e-mail: Kris_O'Neil@nps.gov. The trails divisions at Rocky Mt. National Park is requesting proposals for horses and mules. This is an IDIQ solicitation. From 1 - 6 animals (any combination of horses and mules) may be procured under this solicitation. Rocky Mt. National Park reserves the right to place orders with more than one vendor; therefore this solicitation may result in multiple awards. Estimated delivery of animals is July 19, 2010. Background: Livestock use at Rocky Mt. National Park is primarily for mounted backcountry patrols by law enforcement rangers and support of backcountry operation. Horses: Horses submitted for offer under this solicitation should be suited for leading pack-strings of mules laden with various supplies by experienced animal packers in support of backcountry operations, and for mounted front and backcountry patrols by law enforcement rangers, employees, and volunteers of varying degrees of knowledge, skill and ability regarding horsemanship. Riding environment is in mountainous terrain from 7,800 feet to 12,000 feet in elevation, mostly on established trails. However, some patrols require off-trail travel in meadow areas. Trails and patrol areas are open to the public and are often congested with visitors. Stock may encounter wildlife such as squirrels, coyotes, mountain lions, bears, deer, elk and others. Mules: Mules submitted for offer under this solicitation should be suited for stock use in transporting tools, materials and supplies into and out of the backcountry by RMNP staff including animal packers, law enforcement rangers, employees and volunteers. Mules may occasionally, contingent on size, demeanor, need, etc., be used as mounted stock as per scope of work for horses. Working environment is in mountainous terrain from 7,800 feet to 12,000 feet in elevation, mostly on established trails. However, some patrols require off-trail travel in meadow areas. Trails and work areas are open to the public and are often congested with visitors. Stock may encounter wildlife such as squirrels, coyotes, mountain lions, bears, deer, elk and others The following provisions apply to this acquisition: FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial itemsFAR 52.212-3 - Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items. The following clauses apply to this acquisition: FAR 52.212-4 - Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial items, and FAR 52.212-5 - Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial items. The following clauses under subparagraph (b) apply: (8), (18), (19), (20), (21), (22), (24), (30), (33), (38). Executive Order 13513, Prohibition on text messaging and using electronic equipment supplied by the government while driving, applies to this acquisition. The provisions and clauses may be found in their entirety at the website: www.acquisition.gov/far. Successful offeror(s) must be registered at the following 2 websites before award can be made: www.ccr.gov; and https://orca.bpn.gov. Basis for Award: This is a best value acquisition. Non-price factors, when combined are relatively equal to price. Vendors should carefully read Section L instructions attached describing specific information to be included in proposals and how to submit the proposal. Technical proposals describing animals offered and past performance contact information must be submitted in a separate envelope from pricing. Vendors are encouraged to Include as much detail, pictures, etc. as possible to ensure consideration for selection. Vendors may submit offers on multiple animals but must include all information required for each animal to be considered. The government reserves the right to inspect animals in person prior to final selection. If inspection is not feasible, the government may elect to contact vendors by phone to obtain more detailed information about the animal such as would be obtained during an inspection. This purpose of this further contact is for verification and/or clarification. Any award resulting from this solicitation will be a firm fixed price, including delivery of the animal(s) to Rocky Mt. National Park. The government intends to make award without formal discussions.
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- Place of Performance
- Address: Estes Park, CO 80517
- Zip Code: 80517
- Zip Code: 80517
- Record
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