Preventive maintenance and service of the Zeiss 810 Ultra nano-Computed Tomography (CT) and applicable software

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, specifically for the preventive maintenance and service of a Zeiss 810 Ultra nano-Computed Tomography (CT) system and its applicable software. The U.S. Army Research Laboratory at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, is the place of delivery/performance.

• One (1) year of preventive maintenance and service for the Zeiss 810 Ultra Nano-CT and software (CLIN 0001).

• An option for an additional one (1) year of preventive maintenance and service (CLIN 0002).

• A detailed description of requirements is provided in an attached Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• The contract type is not explicitly stated but implied to be for commercial items.

• The period of performance is one year, with an option for a second year.

• No estimated value is stated.

• This is a sole-source solicitation, intending to negotiate with Carl Zeiss Microscopy, LLC. However, all proposals received by the closing date will be considered.

• Proposals are requested via email to the Primary Point of Contact.

• The solicitation number is W911QX26QA020.

• Evaluation criteria are detailed in FAR 52.212-2, but specific criteria are marked as N/A in this document.

• Offerors must include a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3 (with Alternate I).

• This acquisition is not set-aside for small businesses (Set-Aside Code: N/A).

• The NAICS code is 811210, with a small business size standard of $34,000,000.00.

• Offers are due three (3) business days after posting by 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.

• Contract financing cannot be provided per FAR 32.003.

• Contact adaleta.dougherty2.civ@army.mil or 520-672-9586 for information.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document contains provisions and clauses for a "Combo Synopsis-Solicitation." It specifies that the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source, Carl Zeiss Microscopy, LLC., under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). However, all proposals received by the closing date will be considered.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

• Non-Personal Services: Contractor must provide necessary resources and manage its employees independently. Contractor employees shall not create or modify Federal policy, obligate Government funds, oversee Federal employees, provide direct personal services to Federal employees, or violate FAR Parts 7.5 and 37.1.

• Government Inspection and Acceptance: To be performed at U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL), Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD.

• Option Exercise: The Contracting Officer may exercise options (CLIN 0002) within one year after contract award.

• Subscription and Software Platform Renewals: Services cannot continue past the period of performance without an exercised option or new contract award. Only Contracting Officers have the authority to extend services.

• Tax Exemption: Exemption certificate number 30005004 covers exemption from Maryland retail sales and use tax.

• Receiving Room Requirements: Specific hours and location for deliveries at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG).

• Work Hours: Normal hours are 7:45 AM - 4:15 PM, Monday-Friday. Government holidays are observed. Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays are included in performance computation.

• Identification of Contractor Employees: Contractor personnel must clearly identify themselves as contractors in all communications and when on Government property.

• Telecommunications and Video Surveillance: Provisions FAR 52.204-24 and FAR 52.204-26 require offerors to represent whether they provide or use covered telecommunications equipment or services.

• Item Unique Identification: Clause 252.211-7003 requires unique item identification for delivered items meeting specific cost criteria.

• Payment Instructions: Payment requests and receiving reports must be submitted electronically via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) per DFARS 252.232-7006.

• DD Form 1423: Offerors must provide the estimated total cost to comply with the DD Form 1423 (Contract Data Requirements List).

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

• Points of Contact: Contract Specialist Adaleta Dougherty and Contracting Officer Joseph M. Dellinger are listed for ACC-APG.

• Exceptions: Any exceptions or conditions to the solicitation must be set forth in a cover letter.

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

• Sole Source Intent: The Government intends to solicit from one source (Carl Zeiss Microscopy, LLC.) but will consider all proposals received.

• Foreign Nationals: Offerors employing foreign nationals must submit documentary evidence of employment eligibility.

• The document includes numerous DFARS clauses related to commercial acquisitions, cybersecurity, item identification, and payment processing.