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66 -- CELL ANALYZERS, CYTOVISION KARYOTYPING SOL F22600-97-Q0047 DUE 102297 POC Margarette E. Trone, Phone 228-377-1841, Joy K. Bissonnette, Phone 228-377-3130 This is a sole source combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR subpart 12.6, the test program outlined in FAR 13.6, as well as supplemented with additional information provided in this notice. This noncompetitive action will be processed in accordance with provisions of FAR 6.301-1 (Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services will Satisfy Agency Requirements). This announcement constitutes the only solicitation, a quote is being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number F22600-97-Q0047 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The standard classification code is 3845, small business size is 500 employees. The incorporated document and provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 90-46 as if stated in full text. This document also serves as a notice of the Government's intent to negotiate with Applied Imaging, Pittsburgh, PA, on a noncompetitive basis for theprocurement of: one (1) each Cell Analyzer, captures chromosomes isolated from dividing cells. Cytovision Karyotyper network contains: 2 ea Cytovision Automated Karyotyper Workstations P/N CKM1101; 1 ea Cytovision Karyotyper Review Workstation P/N CKR1101; 1 ea Satellite Capture Station Supporting Two Microscopes P/N CVS1121; 1 ea Plain Paper Laser Printer P/N CVP0003; 1 ea Cytonet Software P/N CN0100; Includes full one year comprehensive warranty covering hardware, software, labor and all shipping and travel costs for repairs; free software upgrades during warranty period and on-site installation by qualified Applied Imaging personnel and full user training by an application specialist. Configuration listed must be connected to an existing Cytovision Workstation. Mfgr: Applied Imaging. One ea (1) Cell Analyzer to include the following: 2 ea Cytovision Karyotyper Workstation P/N CKM 1101; 1 ea Cytovision Dual-Camera Capture Station P/N CVS1121; 1 ea Automated Filter Wheel and Filter Set P/N CVF0000; 1 ea 1200 DPI Plain Paper Laser Printer P/N CVP0003; 1 ea Comparative Genomic Hybridization Software Module P/N CGH0100; 1 ea Mfish Karyotyping Software Module P/N MFS0100. Includes full one year comprehensive warranty covering hardware, software, labor and all shipping and travel costs for repairs; free software upgrades during warranty period; on-site installation by qualified Applied Imaging personnel and full user training by an application specialist. Configuration listed must be connected to an existing Cytovision Workstation. Mfgr: Applied Imaging. Applied Imaging is the only known company that can provide the required items. Delivery terms shall be FOB Destination, to Keesler AFB, MS. Delivery shall be made within 30 days after award of contract. Inspection and acceptance shall be made at destination. The following clauses and provisions are incorporated and will remain in full force in any resultant contract: FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items (Jun 1997), is incorporated by reference andapplies to this acquisition and is amended to read, submit signed and dated offers to 81 CONS/LGCS, 200 Fifth St., Room 104, Keesler AFB, MS 39534-2101, at or before 3:30 p.m. CST, 22 Oct 97. Offers must be signed and may be submitted on your company letterhead or stationary, or your standard company quotation forms. The provision 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items (Oct 1995) is incorporated by reference. The government intends to award a contract without discussion to the responsible offeror whose quotation conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. Each offeror shall include a completed copy of the provisions at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representation and Certifications-Commercial Items (Jan 1997) with its quote. FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (May 1997) is incorporated by reference and applies to this acquisition. The clause at 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items (Aug 1996) is incorporated by reference, however for paragraph (b) only the following clauses apply: 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (Apr 1984); 52.222-35 Affirmative Action for Special Disabled and Vietnam Era Veterans(Apr 1984); 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers (Apr 1984); 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era (Jan 1988); 52.225-3 Buy American Act-Supplies (Jan 1994); and 52.232-33 Mandatory Information for Electronic Funds Transfer Payment (Aug 1996). The contractor shall extend to the Government full coverage of any standard commercial warranty normally offered in a similar commercial sale. Acceptance of the warranty does not waive the Government's right with regard to the other terms and conditions of the contract. In the event of a conflict, the terms and conditions of the contract shall take precedence over the warranty. The warranty period shall begin upon final acceptance of the items listed in the schedule. The Government anticipates an award date of 04 Nov 97. This is a DO rated order with a program identification symbol of A7. All questions concerning this RFQ must be submitted in writing, no telephonic responses will be processed. Questions should be faxed to Miss Margarette Trone and addressed to 81 CONS/LGCS, FAX No. 228-377-3298 to arrive not later than 15 Oct 97. See Note 22. (0281)

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