Bureau of Indian Affairs, 911 NE. 11th Ave., Portland, Oregon 97232

24 -- USED TRUCK TRACTOR SOL 97-7-5-14 DUE 051497 POC Gloria Culbertson, (503) 231-6764, Contracting Officer. 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 no written solicitation will be issued. This solicitation identified as SOL 97-7-5-14 is issued as a Request for Proposal. This solicitation and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 90-45. Offers shall be in accordance with all requirements of this notice including those which are included by reference. This requirement consists of one (1) Line Item: One (1) Truck Tractor manufactured within the past five (5) years (1992 or newer). Must meet following requirements: Cab: full conventional daycab, without sleeper, with low-profile hood for maximum visibility. Wheelbase: 210 inch minimum; 230 inch maximum. Engine: 425 horsepower minimum; engine brake; engine heater (120V); 4 cycle;engine/drive/train geared capable of operating within governed rpm at loaded highway speeds of 70 mph. Transmission: 13 speed minimum; enclosed in one unit without use of auxiliary transmission; rated for 50 ton load minimum. Frame: steel or aluminum; strength rated for expected loading of 110,000 gvw. Front axle: 12,000 lb. capacity minimum. Rear axle: 46,000 lb. combined capacity minimum. Drop axle: airlift; steerable; 8,000 lb. capacity minimum; installed and functional. Wheels: steel or aluminum; disc type. Tires: 11.00 x 24.5; grip rear axle and highway tread front and drop axles; 50 percent or more tread remaining. Suspension: airride. Brakes: air brakes with dryer to meet Department of Transportation (DOT) specifications for truck this size and capacity; with spring set maxibrake. Lights: full DOT requirements in full working order. Fuel tanks: minimum 150 gallons (either 1 or 2). Bumper: front bumper required. Gauges: full instrumentation for all functions in operable condition. Fifth wheel: sliding;air operated; rated for maximum expected loading of 110,000 gvw. Auxiliary items: heated mirrors; electric wipers. Inspection and Acceptance: Flathead Agency Irrigation Division Equipment Mechanic will inspect and accept truck in contractor's shop and in test drive near contractor's location of business. The following provisions apply: 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial Items; 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items (must be submitted with offer); 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. Offers must include information listed at 52.212-1 (b) (1-11) Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial Items, including maintenance history and repairs. Offers that fail to furnish required Representations and Certifications at 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, and/or reject the terms and conditionsof this solicitation may be excluded from consideration. Evaluation factors: price, maintenance history and repairs. Both factors are equally important, the Government will consider both factors and evaluate on the basis of overall best value. Required delivery date of requirement: On or before June 3, 1997. FOB point: Destination. Point of delivery: USDI, BIA, Flathead Irrigation Division, 715 Project Drive, St. Ignatius, MT 59865. Submit your proposal, on company letterhead stationery, no later than 2:30 p.m., May 14, 1997 to: Bureau of Indian Affairs, Attn: Gloria Culbertson, 911 NE. 11th Ave., Portland, OR 97232. Mark outside of proposal envelope "SOL 97-7-5-14." Contact point: Gloria Culbertson, (503) 231-6764. Facsimile offers are not authorized. Contract shall be awarded as fixed price. (0118)

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