(I) This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals and no solicitation package is available. However, firms that believe they can provide equipment and support capabilities that fully meet the Government's requirements may submit substantiating documentation in writing to the identified point of contact within 15 days after publication of this synopsis. Such documentation will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to conduct a competitive procurement, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the government. Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice.

(II) Submit documentation in response to NRMAG000-10-08883DG.

(III) The document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-30.

(IV) This is for purchase of the following commercial items:
CLIN 01: Full Care support for SGI Altix 3700 Bx2 Bundle system.

CLIN 02: Full Care support for SGI Altix 350 system.

(VI) Description of requirements is as follows:

CLINS 01 and 02: Next business-day on-site hardware response including parts and labor, software updates and telephone technical assistance with priority direct-to-specialist response.

(VII) Place of delivery is National Severe Storms Laboratory, 120 David L Boren Blvd., Norman, OK 73072.

(VIII) Period of Performance shall be April 1, 2010 through March 31, 2011.

(IX) FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial Items (Sep 2006), applies to this acquisition. In addition to written price quotes, offers are instructed to provide documentation of compatibility with existing systems used by National Severe Storms Laboratory (NSSL) and descriptive literature.

(X) FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Items (Jan 1999), applies to this acquisition. Paragraph (a) is hereby completed as follows: ability to provide services for existing systems within time restraints required by NSSL. Offers will be evaluated based on price and the factors set forth in paragraph (a), and award will be made to the firm offering the best value to the Government.

(XI) The offeror must submit a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items (Nov 2006), with its quote.

(XII) The clause at FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items (Feb 2007), applies to this acquisition.

(XIII) The clause at FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items (Jun 2007) applies to this acquisition. The following clauses under subparagraph (b) apply: (19), (20), (21), (22), (38).

(XIV) The Government intends to award a firm-fixed-price order.

(XVI) Substantiating documentation is required to be received in the contracting office no later than March 31, 2010 . All quotes must be faxed or emailed to the attention of Dena Grose. The fax number is (405) 325-1889 and email address is [email protected].

(XII) Any questions regarding this solicitation should be directed to Dena Grose, 405 325-6513, [email protected].

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