SOLICITATION NOTICE
66 -- Certification Maintenance and Repair of Class I Laminar Air Flow Biological Safety Cabinets (BSC), Class II BSC’s, Class III BSC’s, and chemical fume hoods - SF1449
- Notice Date
- 12/14/2010
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 541380
— Testing Laboratories
- Contracting Office
- Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Administrative Services Division/Contracting, 100 North 6TH Street, Butler Square 5TH Floor, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55403
- ZIP Code
- 55403
- Solicitation Number
- AG-6395-S-11-0018
- Archive Date
- 3/14/2011
- Point of Contact
- Carol R. Dingess, Phone: 612-336-3208
- E-Mail Address
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carol.dingess@aphis.usda.gov
(carol.dingess@aphis.usda.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- Total Small Business
- Description
- Wage Det. - Story County, Ames, IA Clauses and Provisions. Please keep for your reference. 23pages If quote package does not contain this Checklist, on-line completion of CCR and ORCA Registrations; quote may be considered incomplete for evaluation purposes and no further consideration may l be given to the offerors ‘ quote, thereby making an offer ineligible for award. Offeror is responsible for correct input and acceptance of info for on-line registration at time of quote submission. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, in conjunction with FAR 13.5, as applicable, and as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT CONSTITUTES THE ONLY SOLICITATION. QUOTES ARE BEING REQUESTED AND NO OTHER WRITTEN SOLICITATION WILL BE ISSUED. *Notice of total Small Business Set Aside In accordance with FAR 52.219-6 Under NAICS Code - 541380 - Testing Laboratories All Responsible Small business sources May Submit a Quotation For Consideration. NOTICE TO LARGE BUSINESS: The USDA buying activity in Minneapolis, MN is committed to participation of Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business and Women-Owned Small Business in the performance of work under this solicitation and resultant contract. 452.219-70 Size Standard and SIC Code Information. SIZE STANDARD AND SIC CODE INFORMATION (NOV 1996) The Standard Industrial Classi-fication Code(s) and business size standard(s) describing the products and/or services to be acquired under this solicitation are listed below: NAICS CODE - 541380 - Testing Laboratories Size Standard $12 Mil Scope of Work The U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS) intends to award a firm fixed-price indefinite quantity commercial service contract for the Certification Maintenance and Repair of Class I Laminar Air Flow Biological Safety Cabinets (BSC), Class II BSC's, Class III BSC's, and chemical fume hoods, for their facilities located at 1800 Dayton Avenue, 1920 Dayton Avenue and 2300 Dayton Avenue, Ames, IA 50010. This will be a firm fixed priced indefinite quantity commercial service contract for a base year and 4 option years. Service to include any and all costs but not limited to: Overhead, general and administrative costs, profit, certification, transportation costs, required test equipment and calibration. Biological Safety Cabinets In support of the APHIS' ISO 17025 Accreditation, only an individual who is currently accredited by the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) on NSF/ANSI Standard 49 Class II (Laminar Flow) Biosafety Cabinetry can be the certifier to calibrate and make repairs to these BSC's. One copy of the individual's NSF Accreditation Certificate needs to be submitted when the individual comes on-site. Work must be performed in accordance with NSF/ANSI Standard 49 Class II (Laminar Flow) Biosafety Cabinetry, Annex F - Field Tests. The Class I cabinets, Class III cabinets, and chemical fume hoods must be certified according to manufacturer specifications/recommendations. The following physical certification tests are the minimum required tests to be performed: • Downflow Velocity • Inflow Velocity • HEPA Filter Leak Test (both supply and exhaust) • Airflow Smoke Pattern Tests o Downflow Test o View Screen Retention Test o Work Opening Edge Retention Test o Sash/Window Seal Test Certification and repairs will be performed in accordance with NSF/ANSI Standard 49 Class II (Laminar Flow) Biosafety Cabinetry, Annex F - Field Tests or according to manufacturer specifications/recommendations. Certification stickers must be posted on the cabinets and signed Certification reports be turned in to the NCAH Biosafety Office after cabinet certifications have been completed. Certification stickers must display at least the following information: Company name providing the certification, Serial number of the BSC, Standard or specification that the BSC was tested to, Date certification testing was performed, duration of certification period, Certification report identifier and the signature of the person performing the certification. For BSCs failing certification, part numbers for required repair parts must be submitted to the NCAH Biosafety Office within 10 business days following the site visit. Schedule of Work • Contractor shall coordinate with NCAH Safety and Security Unit (SSU) Occupational Health and Safety Specialist at least 2 weeks prior to the anticipated service date to ensure NCAH staff will be available to escort the certifying technician, answer questions and provide data on the intended certification date(s). Certification will be done as a minimum annually and on an "as needed" basis after that. The estimated quantity of Biosafety Cabinets needing certification at this time is 260. • A minimum of 10 - to 12 scheduled site visits per year are required for the purposes of certification and repair. • A maximum of 10 emergency service calls are required for the purposes of certification and/or repair. Emergency service requires that the certifier arrive onsite no later than 48 hours after notification. • Decontamination associated with repairs and HEPA filter replacement will be performed by the certifier in accordance with NSF/ANSI Standard 49 or manufacturer specifications/recommendations. • Certification, maintenance and repairs shall take place during normal business hours, Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. • All required certifications for the first period of this contract shall be completed no later than September 30, 2011. Applicable Reference Documents • NSF/ANSI Standard 49 (http://www.nsf.org) NSF/ANSI Standard 49 Class II (laminar flow) biosafety cabinetry applies only to Class II biological safety cabinets, as designed to minimize the hazards inherent in working with agents assigned to biosafety levels 1, 2, or 3. The standard defines the tests for which a cabinet must comply to become NSF Certified. The standard includes basic requirements for design, construction, and performance that are intended to provide personnel, product, and environmental protection, reliable operation, durability, cleanability, noise level and illumination control, vibration control, and electrical safety. In addition, the standard includes detailed test procedures and informational annexes, including recommendations for installation, field certification tests, and decontamination procedures. • NSF Certification Policies for Biosafety Cabinetry (http://www.nsf.org) Chemical Fume Hoods Certifications will be performed in accordance with NFPA 45, ANSI Standard Z9.5, and ASHRAE 110 (excluding tracer gas studies), and fume hood manufacturer recommendations. • The estimated quantity of Chemical Fume hoods needing certification at this time is 70. • All fume hoods must be certified in the month of June of each year. • Certification stickers must be posted on the fume hoods and signed certification reports be turned in to NCAH Industrial Hygiene and Safety office after fume hood certifications have been completed. Certification stickers must display at least the following information: Company name providing the certification, Serial number of the fume hood, date certification testing was performed, duration of certification period, certification report identifier and the signature of the person performing the certification. Schedule of Work Contractor shall coordinate with NCAH Safety and Security Unit (SSU) Occupational Health and Safety Specialist at least 2 weeks prior to the anticipated service date to ensure NCAH staff will be available to escort the certifying technician, answer questions and provide data on the intended certification date(s). Certification will be done as a minimum annually and on an "as needed" basis after that. Period of Performance The effective period of performance shall be from date of award through September 30, 2011 with 4 possible option periods. Security The NCAH is a secure facility. Contractors must be escorted at all times while on site. Contractors must provide photo ID and sign in/sign out when entering/leaving the facilities at all times. PLEASE CHECK location address and be sure transportation cost is feasible. There will be no reimbursement for transportation costs to and from location(s) Evaluation of offers To evaluate offers for award purposes, the Government will apply the offeror's proposed fixed prices/rates to the maximum estimated quantities for the base and 4 option years, included in the solicitation, and will add any other direct costs if applicable. Past performances references - Past performance information, when included as an evaluation factor, to include recent and relevant contracts for the same or similar items and other references (including contract numbers, points of contact with telephone numbers and other relevant information) only an individual who is currently accredited by the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) on NSF/ANSI Standard 49 Class II (Laminar Flow) Biosafety Cabinetry can be the certifier to calibrate and make repairs to these BSC's. One copy of the individual's NSF Accreditation Certificate needs to be submitted with quote. Technical Point of Contact Rich Stammer Safety Occupational Health Specialist USDA, APHIS 1920 North Dayton Ave Ames, IA 50010 Voice: 515-337-7344 Cell: 515-450-2246 Email: Richard.H.Stammer@aphis.usda.gov The following Federal Acquisition Provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition: 52.212-1 Instructions to offers Commercial items applies to this acquisition. 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items Offeror to complete and return the applicable paragraphs at (b) through (k) in clause provisions (Clause Addendum III ) 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items of this solicitation only, if necessary. Offers shall include 52.212-3 Representations and Certifications, Which may be submitted from the website: http://orca.bpn.gov All offers must be signed.. Offeror is responsible for correct input and acceptance of info for on-line registration at time of quote submission. Anyone placing a quote with the USDA must be listed in the government's Central Contractor Registrar. You may register on line with www.ccr.gov. or by calling Central Contractors Registration @ 1-888-227-2423 or consult online hand book at http://www.ccr.gov/handbook.aspx CCR HELP DESK - https://www.fsd.gov/app/answers/list Anyone placing a quote with the USDA must also obtain a Dunn and Bradstreet number. If your company does not have a DUNS number, you may contact Dun and Bradstreet directly to obtain one by calling 1- 866-705-5711or via the following website:http://fedgov.dnb.com/webform or at ccr.dnb.com/ccr/pages/CCRSearch.jsp. Offers submitted without completion of this provision will be considered nonresponsive. Offeror is responsible for correct input and acceptance of info for on-line registration at time of quote submission. Info must be up-to-date-not expired 52.252-2 Clauses incorporated by reference full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this address(es): http://www.acqnet.gov/far/ or http://www.da.usda.gov/procurement/policy/agar_x/agar02/subchaph.html 52.212-5 statutes or executive orders for commercial items 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items. 52.216-1 Type of Contract. CLAUSES IN FULL TEXT 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions for Commercial Items. Contract Terms and Condition required to implement 452.211-74 Period of Performance 452.237-74 Key Personnel. 52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel. 52.217-9 Option to Extend the Term of the Contract. 52.247-21 Contractor Liability for Personal Injury and or Property Damage 52.216-22 Indefinite Quantity 52.222-41 Service Contract Act of 1965. 52.232-19 Availability of Funds for the Next Fiscal Year. The current US Department of Labor Wage Determination 2005-2205, Revision 12, dated 11/18/2010 for Story County, Iowa, where the work will be performed Apply to this Service and are attached. Submit emailed quotations to Purchasing Section Carol.Dingess@aphis.usda.gov or fax to (612) 336-3550, Attention Carol Dingess. Quotations are due by 01/14/2011 by 4:00pm Central Time. Simplified Acquisition Procedures will be used per FAR 12. A firm fixed priced indefinite quantity commercial service contract for a base year and 4 option years. Service to include any and all costs but not limited to: Overhead, general and administrative costs, profit, certification, transportation costs, required test equipment and calibration.
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- Place of Performance
- Address: USDA, APHIS, 1920 North Dayton Ave, 1800 Dayton Ave, 2300 Dayton Ave, AMES, Iowa, 50010, United States
- Zip Code: 50010
- Zip Code: 50010
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