Combined Synopsis/Solicitation: Think Chairs
1. GENERAL
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 notice constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation number is VA261-14-Q-0902 and is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). No telephone requests for information will be accepted.
This procurement is set-aside 100% for Small Businesses and only qualified Offerors may submit bids. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 337214. OFFERORS MUST STATE THEIR BUSINESS SIZE when submitting their offer AND if the item is on a FSS/GSA schedule awarded to the Offeror, include the schedule information on your offer. A single award will be made as a result of evaluation of offers.
New Equipment ONLY; NO remanufactured or "GRAY MARKET" items. All items must be covererd by the manufacturer's warranty.
Offer must be good for 30 calendar days after the close of this Combined Synopsis/Solicitation.
This solicitation requires registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award, pursuant to applicable regulations and guidelines. Registration information can be found at www.sam.gov.
2. LINE ITEMS
Manufacturer Part Number referenced: Steelcase Inc
Item Number Description of Supplies/Services Qty Unit Unit Price Amount
1 Think Chairs, Arms, 3D-Knit, Assembled, Dimensions: 27"W x 23"D x 37.125"-41.75"H, Back: 5096 Turmeric, Plastic: 6249 Platinum Solid Upholstery: TS16 Turmeric base: Polished Aluminum Lumbar 8 EA
2 Shipping Cost 8 EA
Grand Total
Product Specifications/Salient Characteristics:
- Dimensions: 27"W x 23"D x 37.125"-41.75"H
- 3D Knit material
- Seat glides forward and back
- Adjustable arms that move up and down and pivot
- Flexible Seat Edge
- Ample Support for the Upper Leg
- Accommodates different arm lengths
- Ample space for arm movement
- 3-position variable back stop
- Mimics natural spine shape as you move
3. DATE AND PLACE OF DELIVERY AND ACCEPTANCE AND FOB POINT
Delivery must be within 30 days ARO
FOB: Destination
Shipping Address via USPS Mail:
VA Warehouse
Department of Veterans Affairs
PSC 517 Box 1799
FPO AP 96517-1799
Shipping Address via commercial courier:
American Embassy
1201 Roxas Boulevard
Manila, Philippines
For: USDVA
4. APPLICABLE PROVISIONS AND CLAUSES
The following FAR and VAAR provisions and clauses are incorporated into this solicitation document by reference: 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items; 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items; 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders (of which 52.222-3, 52.22219, 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-35, 52.222-36, 52.222-37, 52.223-18, 52.225-1, 52.225-13 and 52.232-34 are applicable); and VAAR 852.246-70, Guarantee. The full text of the referenced FAR clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/far. Additionally, please include a completed copy of provision 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items, with your offer.
52.212-2, Evaluation, Commercial Items and VAAR 852.211-73, Brand Name or Equal are also incorporated into this solicitation. At a minimum, the offered item must meet all requirements set forth in the product specifications/salient characteristics section to be considered a responsive offer. The Offeror that meets all the requirements in the solicitation, is responsive and responsible, and has the lowest cumulative price for all items (inclusive of delivery) will be selected.
5. OFFEROR ATTACHMENTS
IF THE OFFEROR IS NOT THE MANUFACTURER OF THE QUOTED ITEMS, THE OFFEROR SHALL SUBMIT WRITTEN EVIDENCE AT THE TIME OF QUOTE SUBMISSION THAT CLEARLY VERIFIES THEY ARE AN AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTOR AND/OR RESELLER OF THE QUOTED PRODUCTS and will provide the items on or before the specified delivery date.
6. OFFEROR INSTRUCTIONS
The Government intends to issue a firm fixed price purchase order. Offerors must submit quotes electronically via e-mail.
RESPONSES ARE DUE Tuesday, August 7, 2014 at 4PM EST. Offers will only be accepted electronically via e-mail to
[email protected]. Enter "RFQ VA261-14-Q-0902 Think Chairs" in the e-mail subject line. If you have any questions, please e-mail
[email protected]
Bid Protests Not Available