Small Business Set Aside for Computer Medic Inc Brand Mini Embedded Computers per attachments

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to vendor questions regarding the N61331-26-Q-KS16 opportunity, clarifying specific technical requirements.

• Model Number: The correct model number is HBFBZ10-6412-BL. The previously listed BBJWHBFBZ106412BL was incorrect, and HBFBZ10-6412 (without "BL") was a duplication.
• Memory (RAM): The requirement is for 16GB DDR4-3200 SODIMM. The referenced item code MEDDR4SO-16 was noted as not corresponding to this specification, but the confirmation is that 16GB DDR4-3200 SODIMM is indeed required.
• Storage Type: The required storage is 500GB M.2 (S42) 3TE7. The clarification confirms that the drive is M.2, not mSATA.

This Q&A document clarifies the exact model, RAM, and storage specifications, which bidders should use to ensure their proposals accurately reflect the government's needs.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Brand Name Justification for the procurement of Mini Embedded Computers. The contracting activity is NSWC-PCD. The action will award a firm fixed price contract to authorized sellers of Computer Medic dba Industrial Computers Inc. The specific items required are Intel Celeron J6412 Mini Fan less Embedded Computers with specific configurations including RAM, SSD, and operating system (Windows 10 IoT Ent 2019 LTSC). The acquisition will use simplified acquisition procedures.

This justification explains the rationale for procuring specific brand-name computers. The primary reason cited is that these items are part of a configuration-controlled system and are needed to support fielded systems. Deviating from the specified brand would necessitate re-testing, re-validation, and documentation updates, leading to significant project delays and potential risks to fleet support. The government anticipates no significant savings through competition and believes acquiring the specified brand is in the government's best interest to avoid negative impacts on the requirement. The Contracting Officer has determined this represents the best value. Market research indicated that Computer Medic dba Industrial Computers Inc. is the only brand that can meet the government's needs for this requirement.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains various contract clauses, provisions, and instructions relevant to potential bidders. It outlines terms and conditions, delivery requirements, payment procedures, and evaluation factors for the opportunity.

• Section F (Deliveries or performance): Specifies FOB Origin and FOB Destination.
• Section G (Contract Clauses): Includes clauses related to electronic submission of payment requests and Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) payment instructions.
• Section I (Contract Clauses): A comprehensive list of FAR and DFARS clauses covering a wide range of topics including reporting, system for award management, representations and certifications, prohibition on certain hardware/software, telecommunications and video surveillance services, contracting with inverted domestic corporations, child labor, text messaging while driving, protest after award, applicable law, and small business set-asides.
• Section K (Representations, certifications, and other statements of offerors or respondents): Contains clauses related to prohibition on contracting with entities requiring internal confidentiality agreements, and representations regarding telecommunications and video surveillance services.
• Section L (Instructions, Conditions and Notices to Bidders): Includes instructions to offerors for commercial items, system for award management, alternative line item proposals, notice of priority rating, and a notice to prospective suppliers on the use of the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS).
• Section M (Evaluation Factors for Award): Outlines evaluation criteria for commercial items, including FAR Part 13 best value, SPRS past performance, price, and delivery terms. It also details the use of Navy Support Contractors for Official Contract Files.
• Supplemental Instructions and Provisions: Includes specific instructions regarding invoicing (NAVSEA), government contract administration points-of-contact and responsibilities (NAVSEA), hours of operation and holiday schedule (NAVSEA), and notification of use of Navy support contractors for official contract files.

This document is critical for bidders as it details the legal and contractual framework of the opportunity. Understanding these clauses, requirements, and evaluation factors is essential for preparing a compliant and competitive proposal. Key areas for bidders to note include submission requirements, performance expectations, payment procedures, and how their proposals will be evaluated. The specific clauses related to small business set-asides, prohibitions on certain technologies, and evaluation criteria are particularly important for determining eligibility and shaping the proposal strategy.