Bids are being solicited under solicitation number OIG001. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; bids are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation is issued as an invitation for bids (IFB), unless otherwise indicated herein. If your company can provide the product/services listed on the solicitation and comply with all of the solicitation instructions, please respond to this notice. To view the specifications, please go to www.FedBid.com and reference Buy No. 64281.

GSA Schedule Bids Preferred, But Not Required: Sellers may either provide a GSA Schedule or an Open Market bid. If bidding with a GSA Schedule, the requested items must be on that Schedule. The Schedule must either be in the Seller's name or the Seller must be able to document its ability to act as an agent of a partner's Schedule. Sellers may offer Open Market items only in accordance with the approved Terms and Conditions of their respective GSA Schedule AND upon approval from the soliciting Contracting Officer. Information regarding GSA Schedules can be found at www.GSA.gov.

This requirement is unrestricted and only qualified sellers may submit bids. The solicitation pricing on www.FedBid.com will start on the date this solicitation is posted and will end on 2008-03-27 14:00:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com. FOB Destination shall be Capitol Heights, MD 20743

The Federal Communications Commission requires the following items, Exact Match Only, to the following:
LI 001, Configurable- HP Compaq 6910p Notebook PC 64V Base HP Compaq 6910p Notebook PC 64V RH242AV Genuine Windowsý XP Professional GJ685AV#ABA Genuine Windowsý XP Logo EY043AV Intel Core2 Duo Processor T7250 (2.0GHz) GU084AV Intelý Centrinoý Duo Label GA914AV 14.1" WXGA+ panel RH252AV ATI Mobility RadeonTM X2300, with 64MB video memory Included 2048M 667DDR2 1DM RH256AV 120G 5400RPM Hard Drive RH265AV Multibay II DVD RW DL Drive RH269AV Dualpoint Touchpad and Pointstick RH925AV#ABA Integrated WLAN 802.11 a/b/g/n Mini-PCI - Intel RY025AV#ABA Integrated Bluetooth Module RQ844AV 56K high speed modem RH245AV 90 watt AC adapter RH926AV#ABA 6 cell Li-Ion battery RH270AV 3 year worldwide warranty RY352AV#ABA System Recovery DVD for Genuine Windows XP Professional GD231AV#ABA, 26, EA;
LI 002, 9x5 Next Business-Day On-site Coverage for Notebooks w/Off-site Accidental Damage Protection Service, 3 years UC279E, 26, EA;
LI 003, HP Advanced Docking Station with 135W Smart Adapter - Smart Buy Promotional Sku EN489UT#ABA, 26, EA;
LI 004, HP Ultra-Capacity Battery US EJ092AA#ABA, 26, EA;
LI 005, 90W Smart Auto/Truck Adapter ED493AA, 26, EA;
LI 006, HP Executive Leather Case - Smart Buy Promotional Sku RR316UT, 26, EA;
LI 007, HP Bluetooth PC Card Mouse - Smart Buy Promotional Sku RJ316UT, 26, EA;
LI 008, HP/Kensington Cable Lock PC766A, 26, EA;

For this solicitation, Federal Communications Commission intends to conduct an online competitive reverse auction to be facilitated by the third-party reverse auction provider, FedBid, Inc. FedBid has developed an online, anonymous, browser based application to conduct the reverse auction. A Seller may submit a series of pricing bids, which descend in price during the specified period of time for the aforementioned reverse auction. Federal Communications Commission is taking this action in an effort to improve both seller access and awareness of requests and the agency's ability to gather multiple, completed, real-time bids. All responsible Sellers that respond to this solicitation MUST submit the pricing portion of their bid using the online exchange located at www.FedBid.com. There is no cost to register, review procurement data or make a bid on www.FedBid.com. Sellers that are not currently registered to use www.FedBid.com should proceed to www.FedBid.com to complete their free registration. Sellers that require special considerations or assistance may contact the FedBid Helpdesk at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or via email at [email protected]. Sellers may not artificially manipulate the price of a transaction on www.FedBid.com by any means. It is unacceptable to place bad faith bids, to use decoys in the www.FedBid.com process or to collude with the intent or effect of hampering the competitive www.FedBid.com process. Should Sellers require additional clarification, contact FedBid at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or [email protected].

Use of FedBid: Buyers and Sellers agree to conduct this transaction through FedBid in compliance with the FedBid Terms of Use. Buyers and Sellers understand that FedBid ranks all bids by price; however, pursuant to applicable acquisition regulations and/or departmental guidelines, Buyers may use criteria other than price to evaluate offers. Accordingly, please note that, unless otherwise specified herein below, to the extent required by applicable regulations and/or guidelines, award will be made to the responsible Seller whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Buyer on the basis of price, technical capability, delivery, and past performance.

Contact [email protected] or call 1-877-9FEDBID to address any questions or comments

New equipment ONLY, NO remanufactured products

Bid MUST be good for 30 calendar days after submission

FOB Destination CONUS (CONtinental U.S.)

No partial shipments unless otherwise specified

Agencies may require registration with the Central Contractor Registry (CCR) or to receipt of order. Information can be found at www.ccr.gov

Bid Protests Not Available