This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in 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 will not be issued. This solicitation is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2001-23. Funds for this acquisition (CLINs 0001 and 0002 only, see provisions concerning availibility of funds for CLIN 0003) are currently available. NAICS: 423430 “Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers”Schedule of items: CLIN 0001 – Integrated Package of all System Hardware, Equipment, and Components Sufficient to Satisfy Attached Statement of Work for a Digital Archive Solution (Turnkey Project) Preferred system is DAX Online SmartDAX 700 Slot DVD-R Storage Unit to include Parts Kit, Auto Loader, DVD Offline Storage Unit, Extended Parts Kit, DVD Offline Storage Cabinets, and 4.7 Gigabyte DVD-R Single-Sided 50-pack Spindle Product. “Or Equal” products must satisfy all system and technical requirements as outlined in the attached Statement of Work. CLIN 0002 – On-Site Hardware and Software Training in Accordance with Attached Statement of Work CLIN 0003 – One Year Extended Maintenance Program Sufficient to Satisfy Attached Statement of Work // The provisions of FAR 52.232-19 Availibility of Funds for the Next Fiscal Year applies to CLIN 0003. The Government contemplates acquisition of an extended maintenance agreement through either a contract modification or a separate follow-on purchase order after award of CLINs 0001 and 0002. // The provisions at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors--Commercial Items applies to this solicitation. // The provisions at FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation - Commercial Items applies to this solicitation, Award will be made to the Technically Acceptable – Low Priced offer. // The provisions of FAR 52.211-6 Brand Name or Equal apply to this solicitation. All “Or Equal Product” offers MUST include sufficient data to facilitate detailed technical review and analysis by end-user. // The provisions of FAR 52.247-34 F.o.b. Destination applies to this solicitation. All prices are required to include all shipping costs for door-to-door international delivery to the following address: Joint Analysis Center, Bldg. 84, R.A.F. Molesworth, Huntingdon/Cambridgeshire, PE28 0QB. // Offerors shall include with the submission of their offer a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications--Commercial Items. // 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. // The clause at FAR 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer--Central Contractor Registration applies to this solicitation. // The clause at DFARS 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial items applies to this solicitation. // The clause at DFARS 252.225-7042 Authorization to Perform applies to this solicitation. // The clause at DFARS 252.233-7001 Choice of Law (Overseas) applies to this solicitation. // The clause at DFARS 252.229-7006 Value Added tax Exclusion (United Kingdom) applies to this solicitation. // The clause at DFARS 252.229-7008 Relief from Import Duty (United Kingdom) applies to this solicitation. // The clause at DFARS 252.229-7000 Invoices Exclusive of Taxes or Duties applies to this solicitation. // The clause at DFARS 252.232-7008 Assignment of Claims (Overseas) applies to this solicitation. // Offers shall be submitted via fax to 011 44 1480 823169 or email to [email protected] and received not later than 5:00 PM local time, 16 August 2004. // Direct any questions or concerns to TSgt Dave Ouellette at 011441480 823124 or email at [email protected]. // Alternate Point of Contact for all inquiries or offers is TSgt. Gary Wike, fax 011 44 1480 823169, commercial phone 011441480 823040, e-mail [email protected].

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