SOLICITATION NOTICE
44 -- 4WD, Heavy-Duty Vehicle for ADF/Niger
- Notice Date
- 2/9/2009
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 441110
— New Car Dealers
- Contracting Office
- African Development Foundation, Contracts Office, African Development Foundation, Washington, DC, 1400 Eye Street, N.W., Suite 1000, 10th Floor, Washington, District of Columbia, 20005
- ZIP Code
- 20005
- Solicitation Number
- ADF-09-R-071
- Archive Date
- 3/20/2009
- Point of Contact
- Christina Carter-Kurant,, Phone: (202) 673-3916 Ext. 175, Lottie Plater,, Phone: (202) 673-3916 Ext. 127
- E-Mail Address
-
ckurant@usadf.gov, lplater@usadf.gov
- Small Business Set-Aside
- Partial Small Business
- Description
- Solicitation #ADF-09-R-071 - Heavy-Duty 4-Wheel Drive Vehicle for ADF/Niger Partner DESCRIPTION : This is a combined synopsis/proposal for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Proposals are being requested and a written solicitation shall not be issued. Solicitation number ADF-09-R-071 is issued as a Request for Proposal (RFP). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 01-27. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is: 441110 and the size standard is $24.5M The African Development Foundation (ADF) a U.S. Government Corporation fostering grassroots participation development in Africa has an immediate need to purchase 1 (one) new heavy-duty 4-wheel drive vehicle that has demonstrated ability to handle the rough terrain and tropical climates as are found in Africa. VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS : Left-Hand Drive • 4-Wheel Drive • Minimum 6-Cylinder Diesel Engine • Heavy-Duty Suspension • Heavy-Duty Cooling System • Driver and Front Passenger Airbags • Anti-lock Brakes • Minimum 5-Passenger Seating • Seatbelts for all Seating • Double Fuel Tank • Side Steps/Running Boards • Air Conditioning (Dual Air Conditioning Preferred) • Power Steering • Bull Bar • Skid Plate • Front Windshield Wipers • Tow Hook • One (1) Spare Wheel with Tire • Four (4) Spare Tires • One (1) Set Tool Kit (include spanners of all sizes and tools to change tires) • Fire Extinguisher • First Aid Kit. Vehicle should be grey or dark-colored (not white). Specify color in proposal. EXTRA ITEMS REQUIRED, IF AVAILABLE : Power Windows • Power Door Locks • Rear Windshield Wipers • Windows with Reflective Tinting • Rear Window with Extra Heat Reflective/Dark Tint • Cloth Seats • AM/FM/SW Radio with CD Player - All requested, if available. OPTIONAL SPARE PARTS PACKAGE : Four (4) Oil Filters • Four (4) Fuel Filters • Four (4) Air Filters • Four (4) Sets of Fan Belts • Two (2) Sets - Front Shock Absorbers • Two (2) Sets - Rear Shock Absorbers • One (1) Battery • Portable Refrigerator PLACE OF DELIVERY : Delivery to: US African Development Foundation Address: Niamey, Niger Postal Code: Null Country: NIGER INVOICING AND PAYMENT : The Prompt payment Act applies to this purchase. Payment shall be made within 30 calendar days after delivery and acceptance of the vehicle at the required destination. The original invoice shall be mailed to: US African Development Foundation 10th Floor, Suite 1000 1400 Eye Street NW, Washington DC 20005-2248, Attn: Yifa Amelework, Accountant A copy of the invoice shall be mailed to the consignee. CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS : Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference - F.A.R. Clause 52.252-1 (Feb 1998) This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The Offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the Offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the Offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at these addresses: • http://farsite.hill.af.mil, • http://www.acqnet.gov, or • http://www.arnet.gov/far Clauses Incorporated by Reference - F.A.R. Clause 52.252-2 (Feb 1998) This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at these addresses: • http://farsite.hill.af.mil, • http://www.acqnet.gov, or • http://www.arnet.gov/far The Provisions at Federal Acquisition Regulation (F.A.R.) Subpart 25 - Foreign Acquisition / Buy America Act - Supplies, DOES NOT APPLY to this requirement per Clause 25.102 - Policy, Clause 25.103 - Exceptions, and Subpart 25.11 - Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses, Clause 25.1101(a)(1)(i), (ii), and (iii). This combined synopsis/proposal is for acquisition of commercial items to be used outside the United States. The Provisions at Federal Acquisition Regulation (F.A.R.) Clause 52.212-1 Instructions of Offerors - Commercial Items (Jun 2008), APPLIES to this requirement. The provisions at F.A.R. Clause 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items (Jun 2008) APPLIES to this requirement. Offerors shall include a completed copy of the provision with their offers. To download a copy of Clause 52.212-3 go to: • http://farsite.hill.af.mil, • http://www.acqnet.gov, or • http://www.arnet.gov/far The Provisions at F.A.R. Clause 52.212-4 - Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items (Feb 2007), APPLIES to this requirement. The provisions at F.A.R. Clause 52.212-5 - Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items (Jun 2008), APPLIES to this requirement. The Provisions at F.A.R. Clause 52.203-6 - Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (Sep 2006), APPLIES to this requirement. The Provisions at F.A.R. Clause 52.222-19 - Child Labor - Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (Feb 2008), APPLIES to this requirement. The Provisions at F.A.R. Clause 52.225-13 - Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases.(Jun 2008), APPLIES to this requirement. The Provisions at F.A.R. Clause 52.232-34 - Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer - Other than Central Contractor Registration (May 1999), APPLIES to this requirement. EVALUATION AND AWARD : ADF will review options in proposal based on need and cost to determine which options, if any, will be selected. The delivery Point is Niamey, Niger. The delivery must be completed no later than 45 days from date of award although earlier delivery will favorably affect the Offeror's evaluation. Price must include all shipping, insurance and preparation charges to delivery point. • Offeror must provide proof of availability of the following • Maintenance and repair service in Niger to include the vendor's name, address, and telephone number. • Include any and all applicable warranties. The quote should include the price delivering the vehicle with all options assembled prior to ADF acceptance. The Government intends to make an award without discussions, but reserves the right to engage in discussions. SOLICITATION RESPONSE FORMAT : The Offeror assumes full responsibility for ensuring offers are received at the place as delineated herein and by the date and time identified above. a) The quotation shall be in English. b) It shall be clearly marked with the solicitation number ADF-09-HC-071. c) Proposals are to be submitted either in a closed and sealed envelope (if delivered via third-party carrier or hand; or, by e-mail to ckurant@usadf.gov no later than 3:00PM Eastern Standard Time on March 5, 2009. d) Quotations must be in US dollars. e) Only quotes meeting or exceeding the specification and optional items listed herein shall be considered by the Government. If the vehicle quoted by an Offeror does not include all of the options, requested notice of the deviations must be prominently specified in the quote. f) Offerors shall complete the Offeror Representations and Certifications Commercial items form found at FAR 52.213-3 and return it with its quote. To download 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certification Commercial Items, go to http/www.arnet.gov/far. g) Quotes that fail to submit the requested representations and certifications, vehicle specification information, or reject the terms and conditions of this solicitation may be excluded from consideration. ADMINSTRATION : Questions regarding this solicitation should be directed to Christina Kurant, Contract Specialist, by telephone at 202-673-3916 Ext 175 or via e-mail at ckurant@usadf.gov PRIMARY POINT OF CONTACT: Christina Carter-Kurant SECONDARY POINT OF CONTACT: Lottie Plater CONTRACTING OFFICE ADDRESS: 1400 Eye Street, N.W. 10th Floor, Suite 1000 Washington, District of Columbia 20005
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- Place of Performance
- Address: Address: Niamey, Niger, Postal Code: Null, Country: NIGER, Naimey, Non-U.S., Niger
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