(I) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice and in accordance with the simplified acquisition procedures authorized in FAR Part 13. This announcement constitutes the only synopsis/solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

(II) This solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). Submit written quotes on RFQ Number PMEL-17-00989.

(III) The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-95.

(IV) This solicitation is being issued with a total small business Set-aside. The associated NAICS code is 334511.

(V) This combined solicitation/synopsis is for purchase of the following commercial items:
Purchase of ARGOS Drifters per attached specifications.
Qty: 4, Drogued at 40M SVP Drifters with Thermister
Qty: 6, Drogued at 30M SVP Drifters with Thermister

(VI) Description of requirements is as follows:
Per attached specification.
(VII) Date(s) and place(s) of delivery and acceptance 09/10/2017 FOB Origin. Shipping method TBD.

(VIII) Questions must be emailed to the attention of Ben Carlson. The email address is [email protected] , 206-526-4321.

THE FOLLOWING PROVISIONS AND ATTACHED CLAUSES APPLY TO THIS ACQUISITION

FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial Items applies to this acquisition.
FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items
CAR 1352.201-70 Contracting Officer's Authority
CAR 1352.209-73 Compliance with the Laws
CAR 1352.209-74 Organizational Conflict of Interest
CAR 1352.233-70 Agency Protests
CAR 1352.233-71 GAO and Court of Federal Claims Protests
CAR 1352.237-71 Security Processing Requirements - Low Risk Contracts