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71 -- TABLE BASES SOL 1PI-R-1107-9807 DUE 071798 POC John M. Carlock, Phone: (202)305-7390/7391 Fax:(202)305-7363/7365 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), 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 proposal number is 1PI-R-1107-98, and this solicitation is issued as a Request for Proposals (RFP). The solicitation document and incorporated clauses and provisions are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-04. These requirements are 100% set aside for small business concerns. The Standard Industrial Classification is 2522, and the small business size standard is 500 employees. UNICOR, Federal Prison Industries, Inc. intends to enter into a two (2) year firm-fixed-price, Requirements type supply contract for the following commercial items: Line item 0001: Estimated 2 year quantity -- 2500 each, base column, single HRM, cast iron base with steel column, Black, Size: 16" diameter, (Reference CPSI # 4403-16 Falcon Pedestal) complete assembly. UNICOR MCS # BSE1754. Line item 0002: Estimated 2 year quantity -- 1500 each, base column, double, HRM, cast iron base with double steel columns, black, (Reference CPSI # 4403-2230 Falcon Pedestal) complete assembly. UNICOR MCS # BSE1755. Line item 0003: Estimated 2 year quantity -- 500 each, Table-base, round, 30", single column, cast iron base with steel columns, black, (Reference CPSI # 4404-30 Pedestal) complete assembly. UNICOR MCS # BSE6331. Line item 0004: Estimated 2 year quantity -- 750 each, table-base, oblong, harmony 16"X22", black, single column, cast iron base with single steel column, (Reference CPSI # 4403-1622 Falcon Pedestal) complete assembly. UNICOR MCS # BSE6330. Delivery orders will be issued of not less than 20 pieces and no more than 500 pieces per order to be delivered FOB Destination to: UNICOR, FCI Forrest City, 310 North Forrest Street, Forrest City, AK72335. FAR Provision 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items applies to this acquisition. Vendors must include a completed copy of FAR Provision 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items with their offer. The following clauses also apply to this solicitation: 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. Vendors may submit signed and dated Federal Express or hand delivered quotes to: UNICOR, Federal Prison Industries, Inc., Material Management Branch, 400 First Street NW, Washington, DC 20534, 7th Floor, Attn: Bid Custodian. Proposals may be submitted on the Standard Form 1449 or on letterhead stationary. The due date and time for receipt of offers is 15:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on July 17, 1998. All proposals must reference the solicitation number and the due date for receipt of proposals. Additionally, each proposal must contain thename, address and telephone number of the offeror as well as any discount terms that are offered and the remit to address (if different from the mailing address). Each offer must contain a technical description of each line item, in sufficient detail, to permit evaluation. If offer is not submitted on Standard Form 1449, it must include a statement specifying the extent of agreement with all terms and conditions of this solicitation. Any proposals that reject the terms and conditions of this solicitation or do not include the certifications and representations contained in FAR 52.212-3 may be excluded from consideration. All offerors must allow for an offer acceptance period of 60 calendar days from the due date specified for receipt of proposals. Any amendments hereby issued to this solicitation will be synopsized in the same manner as this solicitation and must be acknowledged by each offeror. Any proposals or modifications received after the specified due date for receipt of proposals will not be considered. The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to a responsible offeror whose offer conforms to the solicitation and is considered most advantageous to the Government. In accordance with FAR Provision 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Items, price and past performance will be given equal importance in the evaluation for award. Price shall be evaluated by multiplying each offeror s proposed unit price by the estimated maximum for each item taking into consideration any applicable Buy American differentials. Discounts for early payment, if offered, will not be considered in the evaluation for award. In order for the Government to evaluate past performance, each offeror must submit references of at least five (5) previously performed contracts. Each reference must contain the name, address and telephone number of the company or government agency for which the contract was performed as well as a contact person from that company or agency and the contract number if applicable. The Government intends to make an award without discussions with offerors. Therefore, the initial proposal should contain the best terms from a price and technical standpoint. A written notice of contract award or acceptance of a proposal mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful proposal within the time for acceptance specified in the proposal shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the specified expiration date of an offer, the Government may accept that proposal or part of that proposal unless a written notice of withdrawal is received prior to award. Vendors shall specify business size and classification, as required in FAR 52.212-3. An addendum is added to FAR Provision 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items to include FAR Provision 52.215-5, Facsimile Proposals, FAR 52.232-33, Mandatory Information for Electronic Funds Transfer Payments, 52.232-34, Optional Information for Electronic Funds Transfer Payments. E-mail should be sent to: jcarlock@central.unicor.gov. All faxed proposals shall be directed to the attention of John Carlock, Contracting Officer at 202.305.7363/7365. Any documents cited in this solicitation may be obtained by written or faxed requests. NO CALLS PLEASE. See Note 1. Posted 06/25/98 (0176)

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