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; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This soliciation, FA2517-06-T-6158, is being issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquistion Circular (FAC) 2005-02. This procurement is a 100% Small Business set-aside IAW FAR 19.502-2 (a). The NAICS code is 451140 and the small business size standard is $6.5 million. The following commercial items are requested in this solicitation: One (1) each ? Horst Gruenert String Bass, 2006 Testore Copy, 3 / 4 size bass, realistic pick-up, top quality spruce top, poplar back and sides. Include FOB destination charges in total cost (if applicable). Item should be shipped 30 Days ADC, FOB: Destination for delivery to MSgt Richardson, The USAF Academy Band, 520 Otis Street, Peterson AFB, CO 80914-1620. The following provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition: FAR 52.211-6 Brand Name or Equal. The provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors--Commercial Items. FAR 52.212-2 (a)(i)(ii) Quotes will be evaluated and awarded to the offeror with the lowest price technically acceptable. The provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, and the offeror must include a completed copy of this provision with their proposal. The clause at FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items; FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders--Commercial Items. Specifically, the following clauses cited are applicable to this solicitation: FAR 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity; FAR 52.222-35, Affirmative Action for Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era; FAR 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers; FAR 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era. The clause at FAR 52.224-1, Privacy Act Notification and FAR 52.224-2, Privacy Act; FAR 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds-Central Contractor Registration. The clause at DFARS 252.204-7004, Required Central Contractor Registration; DFARS 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders; DFARS 252.225- 7001, Buy American Act and Balance of Payment Program and Ombudsman (AFFARS clausde 5352.201-9101 as prescribed 5301.9103). All firms must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration database @ www.ccr.gov and shall be considered for award. Provide your DUNS, Cage Code, tax ID, terms and conditions with quote. Registrations in Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), Central Contractor Registration (CCR) and Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA) are required and will be verified prior to consideration of award. All quotes must be sent to Kim Woods at : Fax 719-556-4538 or e-mail [email protected]. Quotes are required to be received no later than 4:00 PM MST, Friday, 29 Sep 2006.

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