Autosteer-GPS-RTK systems for John Deere Tractors

Description:

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6 (as of 2019-03), as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. Solicitation number is 12405B20Q0036 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation will be a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 334511 - Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing with a small business Size Standard in number of employees 1,250

The USDA, Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Crop Science Research Laboratory (CSRL) has a requirement for:

QTY of two (2) Autosteer-RTK packages (see attached specifications)

1. QTY of two (2) GPS/RTK systems that must be compatible with John Deere 5100E series tractor and John Deere 6120M series tractor. (see attached specifications)
2. Contractor shall deliver the required supplies in a fully functional state to include (all materials, equipment, supervision, transportation, labor, installation, and training).
   Required delivery date June 1, 2020
   Delivery is F.O.B. Destination (shipping included)
   Delivery must state door to door to the following address:
   USDA-ARS-CSRL
   810 Highway 12 East
   Mississippi State,
   Mississippi State, MS 39762
   ATTN: Trey Robinson
   Specifications Requirements:

Specifications for (2) Autosteer-RTK packages:

1. Must be compatible with John Deere 5100E series tractor and John Deere 6120M series tractor
2. (2) Steer Command Controllers or similar technology
3. (2) Steering Kits for Generic Compact Open Valve, Open Center or similar technology
4. Must be compatible with Ag Leader software/products
5. All needed necessary equipment for full functionality, but not limited to hydraulic hoses, clamps, etc.

All of the above named Autosteer packages must be installed at 810 Hwy 12 East, Mississippi State, MS 39762.

Specifications for (2) GPS/RTK systems for John Deere Tractors:

1. (2) Display Bundles with INCOMMAND 1200 and GPS 7500 or compatible technology
2. (2) Cellular Modems with 4G LTE
3. (2) GPS 7500 SBAS to RTK UNLOCK or similar technology
4. (1) Annual File Transfer License
5. All needed cables, kits, etc., needed for full functionality of the GPS/Incommand system for both setups.

This must be installed on both tractors at 810 HWY 12 East, Mississippi State, MS 39762.

Instructions:

Interested vendors should reference the solicitation documents for all terms and conditions. All interested parties are responsible for monitoring this website to ensure they have the most current information (i.e. Amendments) for the solicitation. No paper solicitation will be available.

The government expects to achieve best value from the selection of the technically acceptable quotation with the lowest evaluated price. Therefore, the government will select the lowest priced offer meeting or exceeding all technical specifications (including delivery date) that is responsive to the terms and conditions outlined in this solicitation.

Vendors responding to this announcement shall submit their quote in accordance with FAR 52.212-1. Submission of quote shall include the following: (1) Technical Specifications and (2) Price (to include shipping).

All Quotes must be valid for a minimum of 30 days from the closing date for this solicitation. No exceptions or qualifications.

The Government anticipates award of a Firm Fixed Price contract. Supply will be delivered and installed 30 days after purchase order issued, quoted price should include all associated costs.

Each offer must show a breakdown giving price of each element, provide descriptive literature or information showing that the offered equipment meets all specifications.

Additionally, delivery costs to the above location must be annotated in proposal.

Please respond with a firm fixed price quote to the email address below. Offerors are encouraged to provide discounts in their pricing.

Electronic submissions are preferred. Please email all quotes to douglas.stickler@usda.gov

Question Submission:

Interested Offerors must submit any questions concerning the solicitation at the earliest time possible to enable the Buyer to respond. If received timely the answers to any questions received by that time will be posted as an amendment to this combined synopsis/solicitation. Questions not received within a reasonable time prior to close of the solicitation may not be considered.

Address ALL questions in WRITING to the issuing office via email to Douglas.Stickler@usda.gov

No telephone inquiries will be accepted.

NO LATE QUOTES WILL BE ACCEPTED.

USDA-ARS is Tax Exempt. Tax Exemption Certificate: 720564834F.

To be eligible for an Award, all contractors must be registered with an active status in the System for Award Management (SAM). If not registered a contractor can contact SAM by calling 1-866-606-8220 or e-mail at www.sam.gov for assistance. Note that prior to submission of quote, pursuant to FAR 4.1102 and other applicable regulations and guidelines. No exceptions. A DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) number is required in order to register.

All invoices shall be submitted and paid electronically through the IPP.Gov

The selected Offeror must comply with the attached commercial item terms and conditions

Due to size restrictions the following Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Department of Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition are in the attachment to the combines/synopsis.

Inspection and Acceptance Terms: Supplies will be tested and inspected by requiring office's technical representative and accepted at destination.

Attachments:

1. Specifications
2. Commercial Items provisions