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D -- D -- INTERNET SERVICES SOL DTFR53-00-Q-00020 DUE 112699 POC Linda Dearing, Contracting Officer, Phone (202)493-6154, Fax (202)493-6171, Email linda.dearing@fra.dot.gov -- Illona Williams, Contracting Officer, Phone (202) 493-6130, Fax (202) 493-6171, Email WEB: Visit this URL for the latest information about this, http://www.eps.gov/cgi-bin/WebObjects/EPS?ACode=P&;ProjID=DTFR53-00-Q-0 0020&LocID=1042. E-MAIL: Linda Dearing, linda.dearing@fra.dot.gov. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulations document (FAR) subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice and following the simplified acquisition procedures in FAR part 13.5. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation: quotations are being requested and NO ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION WILL BE ISSUED. This solicitation is being issued as a request for quotations (RFQ) under RFQ No. DTFR53-00-Q-00020. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 97-14. This is an unrestricted procurement. This procurement is for the acquisition of unlimited internet services on a month-to-month basis for a period not to exceed one year for an estimated 120 accounts beginning in December 1999, an additional estimated 150 accounts beginning in February 2000, and an additional estimated 100 accounts beginning inApril 2000. The exact number of accounts/users is not certain at this time, but will be ascertained prior to award of a vendor. The internet accounts will service a nation-wide user group; hence, the point of presence (POP) must be available in every state and number at least 500. The internet service account must include an 800 number service billable at a per minute cost and an e-mail account for each user. The internet service provider must provide installation of the service via compact disk and accompanying user-friendly, step-by-step instructions, as well as written documentation of available services. The installation package must be delivered to the individual user and include an initial computer-generated password. A browser must be provided and must support 128-bit encryption for security access. The service must include continuous (24/7) customer service beginning from installation. For billing purposes, one account for all users must be established, but account management must include the abilityto track usage by user. Billing shall be accommodated on a monthly basis and may be canceled at the end of a monthly cycle, at the discretion of the Government. This procurement also includes three one-year options for each of the three account increments. Interested vendors must acknowledge all items (including the three option years) on their quote. No partial quotes will be accepted. Quoted price must identify the individual unit cost of all fees associated with this procurement (ie, monthly service charge, per minute cost for use of the 800 number, setup fees, close down fees, etc). The quoted price should also include a unit cost(s) for each of the three option years. The provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors, applies to this acquisition. Evaluation will be based on best value including cost, past performance and ability to meet service requirements. Quotes shall include a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items, with itsquote. The clause at FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The clause at FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. FAR clauses/provisions can be accessed electronically at the following site: http://www.arnet.gov/far. Quotes are due by noon on November 26, 1999, and can be submitted by fax to 202-493-6171 Attn: "Linda Dearing ". Inquiries regarding the solicitation will only be accepted via FAX. Posted 11/18/99 (D-SN401926). (0322)

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