This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, in conjunction with FAR 13.5, as applicable, and as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; bids are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation number is W33CGV90510002 and is issued as an invitation for bids (IFB), unless otherwise indicated herein. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2005-31. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 334290 with a small business size standard of 750 employees. This requirement is a [ Small Business ] set-aside and only qualified offerors may submit bids. The solicitation pricing on www.FedBid.com will start on the date this solicitation is posted and will end on 2009-04-15 12:30:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com. FOB Destination shall be Fort Hood, TX 76544

The USA ACA Fort Hood requires the following items, Brand Name or Equal, to the following:
LI 001, Network Termination (NT 4) BRI, MFR#500844 - ACCESSORY OF TANDBERG 3000, 1, EA;
LI 002, IR Transmit/Receive - ACCESSORY OF TANDBERG 3000, 1, EA;
LI 003, HD Interdrator Package, MFR Part# 115925, TANDBERG 3000 MXP CODEC WITH CAMERA AND MIC, 1, EA;
LI 004, TANDERBERG 3000MX, 1 YEAR DOMESTIC CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE, 1, EA;
LI 005, Touch and Talk MIC Package, INCLUDES 6 MIC'S AND MIXER, 1, EA;
LI 006, TANDBERG ONSITE TRAINING, 1, EA;
LI 007, VTC ENGINEER INSTALLATION, 1, EA;
LI 008, ADTRAN ISU 512 ISDN MUTIPLEXER, 1, EA;
LI 009, OPTICAL DIAL ISOLATOR WITH A/B SWTICH, 1, EA;

For this solicitation, USA ACA Fort Hood intends to conduct an online competitive reverse auction to be facilitated by the third-party reverse auction provider, FedBid, Inc. FedBid has developed an online, anonymous, browser based application to conduct the reverse auction. An Offeror may submit a series of pricing bids, which descend in price during the specified period of time for the aforementioned reverse auction. USA ACA Fort Hood is taking this action in an effort to improve both vendor access and awareness of requests and the agency's ability to gather multiple, competed, real-time bids. All responsible Offerors that respond to this solicitation MUST submit the pricing portion of their bid using the online exchange located at www.FedBid.com. There is no cost to register, review procurement data or make a bid on www.FedBid.com. Offerors that are not currently registered to use www.FedBid.com should proceed to www.FedBid.com to complete their free registration. Offerors that require special considerations or assistance may contact the FedBid Helpdesk at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or via email at [email protected]. Offerors may not artificially manipulate the price of a transaction on www.FedBid.com by any means. It is unacceptable to place bad faith bids, to use decoys in the www.FedBid.com process or to collude with the intent or effect of hampering the competitive www.FedBid.com process. Should offerors require additional clarification, notify the point of contact or FedBid at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or [email protected]. Use of FedBid: Buyers and Sellers agree to conduct this transaction through FedBid in compliance with the FedBid Terms of Use. Failure to comply with the below terms and conditions may result in offer being determined as non-responsive.

The apparent awardee shall acknowledge acceptance of any and all re-postings (amendments), in writing, prior to any award resulting from this solicitation.

This solicitation has been amended to:(1).(2).(3). Etc.All other terms and conditions remain the same.

NAICS Code __334290___must be on Contractor's CCR before a bid can be accepted

Delivery shall be made within 30 days or less after receipt of order (ARO).

CCR Requirement - Company must be registered on Central Contractor Registration (CCR) before an award could be made to them. If company is not registered in CCR, they may do so by going to CCR web site at http://www.ccr.gov.

See attached applicable provisions and clauses. Response from vendors is required, if applicable, to the following: 52.209-5, 52.209-6, 52.212-3, 52.212-3 Alt1, 52.222-48 and 252.247-7022. Any applicable provisions and clauses must be provided electronically prior to the solicitation closing time and date by email to [email protected].

Proposed responders must submit any questions concerning this solicitation before 10 Apr 09, 1600 hr CST, to reasonably expect a response from the Government. Those questions not received within the prescribed date will not be considered.

New equipment ONLY, NO remanufactured products

Bid MUST be good for 30 days after submission.

FOB Destination CONUS (CONtinental U.S.)

Bid Protests Not Available