COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION:  This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (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 will not be issued.  The Government reserves the right to award without discussions.

The solicitation document, PR# F4FBAK6166A004, is a Request for Quotes (RFQ) and incorporates FAR provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005-71.  Reference the PR solicitation number in the subject line of the RFQ response.

This requirement is for the following products:

See attached Bill of Materials for requirements specifications.

OPTION(S) if applicable:

All items must be TAA compliant in accordance with the FAR.

DPAS rating is DO-A7.

NETCENTS-2 pricing is required.

Award will be made to the lowest price, technically acceptable, responsive, responsible offer.

Vendors submitting a response to any RFQ that includes a requirement for supplies and/or services that have incurred, or that may incur, a lapse in maintenance support prior to the award date shall include as part of its response any applicable reinstatement fee(s).

Anticipated Award Date is 25 July 2016.

Lt Col Kenneth L. Decker, Jr. has been appointment as Ombudsman.  The purpose of the Ombudsman is to communicate contractor concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations to the appropriate government personnel.  The ombudsman does not participate in the preparation of solicitations, evaluation of proposals or source selection process, and does not diminish the authority of the contracting officer.  Any questions or concerns about this solicitation should first be directed to the buyer at the e-mail address or phone number listed, or you may contact the Ombudsman at [email protected].

Proposals are due by 11:59PM EST,  21 July 2016.  Proposals shall be emailed to Elizabeth M. Meyer at [email protected].  In addition to submitted proposals, please provide a completed copy of the Tax Liability Form provided as an attachment to this RFQ.

Any questions regarding this acquisition should be directed to:

ELIZABTH M. MEYER

[email protected]

(937) 255-7849