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ID: 12805B24Q0601 • Type: Synopsis Solicitation

Description

Posted: Sept. 4, 2024, 9:52 a.m. EDT

Period of Performance end date changed from 10/30/2024 to 12/15/2024.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial item prepared in accordance with the format in FAR 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. The solicitation number is 12805B24Q0601 and is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). This solicitation document incorporates those provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2024-05. The associated NAICS Code is 561730 and the Small Business Size Standard is $9.5M.

The USDA, Agricultural Research Service, Plains Area, Temple, TX requires the installation of terraces. The Government intends to award a firm fixed price purchase order.

The requirements are further detail in the attached Requirements Document.

The DELIVERY ADDRESS is:

USDA ARS PA
808 East Blackland Road
Temple, TX 76502

DOCUMENTS TO BE INCLUDED IN QUOTE: In order to be considered for award, Offerors shall respond by:

  1. Quote pricing document. Document shall provide Contractor internal detailed pricing breakout of all priced elements of the offer. This should include all facets of cost. This offer must be valid for at least 60 days after receipt of quote.
  2. Attachment 1 Specifications 12805B24Q0601. Contractor shall read and comply with all specifications, and it shall be submitted with the offer.
  3. Attachment 2 Schedule of Items Fillable. Contractor shall fill out and return this document.
  4. Authorized Vender or Manufacturer verification. Provide verification document as an authorized vendor on company letterhead. No third party or pass-through offers will be accepted.
  5. Contractor must have an active uei Sam registration to be able to submit a quote. Any amendment and documents related to this procurement will be available electronically at the Government Point of Entry (sam.gov).

Any amendment and documents related to this procurement will be available electronically at the Government Point of Entry (sam.gov).

FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-2, 52.212-3, 52.212-4 and 52.212-5 (and any addenda to those clauses) are included in the attached clauses and provisions document. Additionally, other contract requirements and terms/conditions can be located in the same document.

The Government anticipates award of a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose quote conforms to the specifications that will be the most advantageous to the Government in accordance with FAR 13.106-2 considering three major areas: technical acceptance, past performance and price. Quotes will be evaluated by performing a comparative evaluation in
accordance with FAR 13.106-2(b)(3) to determine which quote meets the lowest price technically acceptable evaluation methodology.

All sources wishing to quote shall furnish a quotation by 5:00 p.m. Central Time, on or before September 6, 2024. Quotations are to be sent via email to Peter Nelson at peter.b.nelson@usda.gov

Failure to provide the required information in the requested format may result in quotes not being considered for award.

Attached Provisions/Clauses apply to this RFQ and any subsequent award.

Two (2) site visits will be held, Wednesday, September 4, 2024 and Thursday, September 5, 2024. Both site visits will begin at 10:00AM Central. To attend a site visit you must notify Chad Hajda at 512-423-2434.

Posted: Aug. 28, 2024, 6:14 p.m. EDT
Background
The USDA, Agricultural Research Service, Plains Area, located in Temple, TX, is seeking to award a firm fixed price purchase order for the installation of terraces. This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ) under solicitation number 12805B24Q0601. The goal of this contract is to enhance agricultural research capabilities through the construction of necessary infrastructure.

Work Details
The contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, supplies, transportation, utilities, and supervision required for the complete construction of terraces as specified in the attached documents. Key tasks include:
- Install terraces per specifications outlined in the attached requirements document.
- Manage total work effort associated with services required to meet performance objectives and standards including planning, scheduling, cost accounting, report preparation, establishing and maintaining records, and quality control.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable Federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding permits and licenses.
- Provide experienced personnel knowledgeable about safety and environmental requirements.
- Notify the representative ten calendar days in advance if any utilities must be discontinued due to scheduled work.

Period of Performance
The work is to be completed no later than October 30, 2024.

Place of Performance
The contract will be performed at USDA - ARS - PA, 808 East Blackland Road, Temple, TX 76502.

Overview

Response Deadline
Sept. 6, 2024, 5:00 p.m. EDT Past Due
Posted
Aug. 28, 2024, 6:14 p.m. EDT (updated: Sept. 4, 2024, 9:52 a.m. EDT)
Set Aside
Small Business (SBA)
Place of Performance
Temple, TX 76502 United States
Source
SAM

Current SBA Size Standard
$9.5 Million
Pricing
Fixed Price
Evaluation Criteria
Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA)
Est. Level of Competition
Average
Est. Value Range
Experimental
<$250,000 (solicitation indicates Simplified Acquisition Procedures, which in most cases, applies to contracts expected to be less than $250K in value)
Signs of Shaping
The solicitation is open for 8 days, below average for the ARS Plains Area.
On 8/28/24 ARS Plains Area issued Synopsis Solicitation 12805B24Q0601 for Installation of Terraces - Temple, TX due 9/6/24. The opportunity was issued with a Small Business (SBA) set aside with NAICS 561730 (SBA Size Standard $9.5 Million) and PSC S208.
Primary Contact
Name
Peter Nelson   Profile
Phone
(970) 851-3737

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF > AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE > USDA ARS PA AAO ACQ/PER PROP
FPDS Organization Code
12H2-12805B
Source Organization Code
500033059
Last Updated
Sept. 21, 2024
Last Updated By
peter.nelson@ars.usda.gov
Archive Date
Sept. 21, 2024