INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE: Acquisition of One (1) Thermogravimetric Analyzer (TGA) with Additional Specifications

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). The government intends to procure one (1) Thermogravimetric Analyzer (TGA) with additional specifications, manufactured by TA Instruments – Waters LLC. This announcement serves as the only solicitation, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

• CLIN 0001: One (1) Discovery TGA 5500 (Part Number: 956000.901), one (1) Thermal/Rheology/MC Computer US App (Part Number: 924500.902), one (1) Monitor Flat Panel (Part Number: 924119.902), and one (1) Loyalty Support Plan (TGA 5500) (Part Number: 999800.782).

• CLIN 0002: Thermal Install and Basic OP Training (Part Number: 999800.528).

• All end items are to be shipped FOB Destination.

• Delivery is required no later than three (3) months after contract award (ACA).

• Contract Type: Commercial, Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but delivery is within 3 months of award.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Contract Financing: Not provided.

• Response Date: Five (5) Business Days after posting, via email to the Primary Point of Contact.

• Submission Instructions: Offerors must provide their business size relative to the NAICS code and identify socioeconomic categories. Quote documents must include CAGE/UEID numbers, Tax ID, country of manufacture, shipping/handling/installation fees, and contact information. Credit card payments are accepted only if there are no associated charges/fees; PayPal is not accepted.

• Evaluation Criteria: Comparative evaluation procedures will be utilized. Award will be made to the offer most advantageous to the Government, considering Price, Technical Capabilities/Specification, and Past Performance. The government may award to the lowest priced offeror meeting minimum requirements, but reserves the right to award to a higher-priced offeror if it is most advantageous.

• NAICS Code: 334516

• Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 Employees.

• Set Aside: N/A

• Intent to Solicit Only One Source: The government intends to award to TA Instruments - Waters LLC, but will consider all proposals received prior to the closing date.

• Place of Performance: Army Research Laboratory (ARL), 2800 Powder Mill Road, Adelphi, MD 20783.

• Government Terms and Conditions will take precedence in case of conflict.

• Quotes should be addressed to Contracting Officer Zachary Dowling, ACC-APG, Adelphi Contracting Division.

• Quotes must state NET 30; 100% Payment upon final inspection/acceptance.

• Quotes must state FOB Destination.

• The acquisition is rated under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) as N/A.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is an "ADELPHI LOCAL CLAUSE LIST OF SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION FOR SOLICITATIONS & CONTRACTS." It includes information regarding points of contact, contract type, and specific instructions for solicitations and contracts. Notably, it states an "INTENT TO SOLICIT ONLY ONE SOURCE" for supplies or services, identifying TA Instruments - Waters LLC as the intended awardee. However, it also indicates that the Government will consider all proposals received prior to the closing date and time.

• The document outlines specific instructions for Government Inspection and Acceptance, to be performed at 2800 Powder Mill Road, Adelphi, MD 20783-1138.

• Detailed requirements for invoice submission to the payment office (bankcard) are provided, including required information such as contractor name, invoice date, contract number, line item details, shipping and payment terms, and COR information.

• A receiving report must be submitted to the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC)/Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) via email upon completion of deliverables.

• The document references specific FAR and DFARS provisions and clauses incorporated by reference, including those related to "PROHIBITION ON THE ACQUISITION OF COVERED DEFENSE TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES" and "ITEM UNIQUE IDENTIFICATION AND VALUATION."

• The contract type is FIRM FIXED PRICE.

• Payment terms of less than net thirty (30) days are unacceptable.

• Offerors are cautioned that solicitation provisions incorporated by reference may require completion and submission.

• Any exceptions or conditions in an offeror's proposal must be set forth in a cover letter.

• No award will be made for less than the full quantities solicited; offers proposing less will be considered nonresponsive.

• The document indicates an "INTENT TO SOLICIT ONLY ONE SOURCE" but will consider all proposals received.

• Contact information for the ACC - APG point of contact (Contract Specialist David Erb, Contracting Officer Zachary Dowling) is provided.

• The Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) is listed as TBD.

• Information regarding foreign nationals performing under contract is included.

• The Adelphi Contracting Division website is provided for reference.