58 -- MINI DIGITAL AUDIO TAPE RECORDER

Notice Date

May 22, 2001

Contracting Office

Department of the Treasury, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, Acquisition Division, Room 3290, 650 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20226

ZIP Code

20226

Solicitation Number

130400000085

Response Due

May 31, 2001

Point of Contact

Brian WIlkins 202/927-7715

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. No RFQ will be prepared or made available for distribution. The solicitation documents and all incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-26. This requirement is a 100% small business set-aside. Responses will be accepted only from qualified small businesses under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 421690, the applicable Small Business Size Standard is 100. The following item is to be procured using a brand name or equal purchase description: 30 each -- Sony NT2/D-1150 Mini Digital Audio Tape Recorder Kit, Includes Enhanced recorder with remote control & keyboard lock, EM-8/NT external stereo mic, AC power supply, AH ankle holster, P-1150 Pelican case. Specification for the NT2/D-1150: Any modification to the recorder shall be completely reversible in order to obtain Factory Warranty at a Factory Warranty Center. The following modifications shall be made to the Sony NT2/D-1150 Mini Digital Tape Recorder. 1) The recorder shall be modified to accept a simplified remote control device (wired or wireless) having record and stop functions only. The original Sony remote shall not be able to cause any false operation or malfunction of the recorder. 2) The keyboard on the recorder shall remain functional with or with out the remote control connected. The HOLD switch on the recorder shall lock the keyboard only and not effect remote control. 3) The remote shall not increase power consumption measurably in record nor by more then 3 micro-amps in stop, after initial stabilization. Remote control operation with a fresh alkaline battery shall have sufficient battery life to run a full 120-minute tape after 30 days of normal standby. 4) The remote control cable may be any length and will be specified by customer after award. 5) No visible light should be emitted by the remote control. 6) All accessories specified are required and have seen extensive testing an evaluation to proven reliability. 7) Must have a current production model. Shipping must be FOB Destination to Sterling, VA 20166. The following provisions are applicable to this acquisition: (a) FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial, (b) FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items, (c) FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Status or Executive Orders-Commercial Items. This procurement is a total Small Business Set-Aside and award will be made utilizing the simplified acquisition procedures under FAR Part 13. Awardee must complete a SF-3381 ACH Vendor/Miscellaneous Payment Enrollment form, for payment via electronic funds transfer. Offerors quoting on equals must provide descriptive literature to the extent necessary to allow the Government to determined the technical acceptability of the equal item. The quoted items must include price, best delivery time and product literature that list specifications. Award will be made to the offeror that provides the best value to the Government and will be made on an all or none basis to the offeror that meets all specifications. Offers shall be submitted to Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, 650 Massachusetts Avenue, NW Room 3290, Washington, DC 20226 no later than May 31, 2001, 3:00PM (Washington, DC local time). Quotes maybe faxed to 202/927-8688 or mailed. Questions concerning this procurement should be addressed to Brian Wilkins, Contracting Officer, 202/927-7715, e-mail bkwilkins@atfhq.atf.treas.gov

Record

Loren Data Corp. 20010524/58SOL004.HTM (W-142 SN50M7U3)