Native Seed Supply for Hoosier National Forest, Indiana This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. AG-52B1-S-09-3041 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ), under the Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP), Part 13.5. The NAICS code is 113210. The small business size standard is $7 Million . This acquisition is set-aside for small businesses. This procurement is for a firm fixed price contract. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-03. The clauses and provisions referenced in this solicitation may be obtained in full text form at http://www.arnet.gov/far. Scope of Contract: Furnish and deliver to Bedford, IN 47421, native seed per the attached documents. The following provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition: FAR 52-212-1, Instructions to Offerors Commercial Items; Award will be made to one vendor based on price and price related factors, including delivery time. 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications Commercial Items; 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions commercial Items and 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive orders – Commercial Items. In paragraph (b) of 52.212-5, the following apply: 52.222-21; 52-222-26, 52.222-35; 52.222-26, 27, 38, 52.225.13, 52.232.33. All responsible sources may submit an offer, including unit pricing information; to the USDA, Forest Service, 811 Constitution Ave, Bedford, IN 47421 by close of business June 8, 2009. Send questions by FAX to 812-279-3423. FAX quotations will be accepted. Quotes must include contractor address, phone number, Tax ID and Duns number. NOTE: CCR Registration: a prospective awardee shall be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database prior to award. See contract clause 52.207-1 Central Contractor Registration (OCT 2003). Information on registration may be obtained via the Internet at: http://ccr.gov or by calling 1-888-227-2423 or 269-961-5757. Payment will be made through Purchase Order payment system – 30 days after merchandise delivered and accepted. Point of Contact Technical Information: Kirk Larson 812-275-5987

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