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COMBO SYNOPSIS SOLICITATION FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

1. Class Code: 34

2. NAICS Code: 333994

3. Subject: One (1) High Temperature bottom loading Box Furnace Heating Chamber.

4. Solicitation Number: W911QX-23-Q-0172

5. Set-Aside Code: N/A

6. Response Date: September 6, 2023

7. Place of Delivery/Performance:

U.S. Army Research Laboratory

Adelphi Laboratory Center

Adelphi, MD 20783

8.

(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. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

INTENT TO SOLICIT ONLY ONE SOURCE

The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government is soliciting and negotiating with only one source under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements. The Government intends to award to Sentro Tech Corp., 21294 Drake Road, Strongsville, OH 44149, CAGE Code 4EY28. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, the Government will consider all proposals received prior to the closing date and time of this solicitation.

(ii) The solicitation number is W911QX-23-Q-0172. This acquisition is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ).

(iii) The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2023-04 (June 2, 2023).

(iv) The associated NAICS code is 333994. The small business size standard is 500 Employees.

(v) The following is a list of contract line item number(s) and items, quantities and units of measure, (including option(s), if applicable):

CLIN 0001 EACH: One (1) High Temperature bottom loading Box Furnace Heating Chamber

(vi) Description of requirements: The system shall meet the following specifications.

• Size must be 10 inches (“) wide by 10” high by 12” deep


• Shall offer consistent temperature control and uniformity, along with energy efficiency


• Shall be equipped with an automatic shut-off safety feature that ensures enhanced safety and peace of mind. This feature shall automatically turn off the furnace in the event of any potential safety risks or abnormalities, preventing accidents and ensuring the well-being of users and the surrounding environment


• Shall feature a double-shell design that effectively maintains outside temperature. This design shall consist of an inner chamber where the heating process takes place, surrounded by an outer shell that acts as an insulation barrier. By incorporating this double-shell design, the furnaces prevent excessive heat transfer to the external surfaces, ensuring user safety and minimizing the risk of accidental burns. Additionally, the lower outside temperature enhances the overall energy efficiency of the furnaces by reducing heat loss to the surrounding environment


• Shall be engineered to provide rapid heat-up and cool-down capabilities, ensuring efficient and time-saving operations. These furnaces utilize advanced heating elements and insulation materials that facilitate quick heating of the inner chamber to the desired temperature. This allows for faster start-up times (depending on the setting temperature) and reduces waiting periods before beginning experiments or processes.

(vii) Delivery is required by 60 days after contract award (ACA). Delivery shall be made to U.S. Army Research Laboratory, Adelphi Laboratory Center, Adelphi, MD 20783. Acceptance shall be performed at U.S. Army Research Laboratory, Adelphi Laboratory Center, Adelphi, MD 20783. The FOB point is Destination.

(viii) The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors – Commercial, applies to this acquisition. The following addenda have been attached to this provision: NONE

(ix) Offerors shall include a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3 (with its Alternate I), Offeror Representations with its offer.

(x) The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The following addenda have been attached to this clause: NONE

(xi) The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items and the selected clauses listed in DFARS 212.301 Solicitation provisions and Contract Clauses for the Acquisition of Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The following additional FAR/DFARS clauses cited in this clause are applicable:

FAR:

52.219-28, POST-AWARD SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM REREPRESENTATION (SEP 2021)

52.222-3, CONVICT LABOR (JUN 2003)

52.222-19 (DEVIATION 2020-O0019), CHILD LABOR--COOPERATION WITH AUTHORITIES AND REMEDIES (JAN 2022)

52.222-21, PROHIBITION OF SEGREGATED FACILITIES (APR 2015)

52.222-26, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (SEP 2016)

52.222-36, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION FOR WORKERS WITH DISABILITIES (JUL 2014)

52.222-50, COMBATING TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS (NOV 2021)

52.223-18, ENCOURAGING CONTRACTOR POLICIES TO BAN TEXT MESSAGING WHILE DRIVING (AUG 2011)

52.225-13, RESTRICTIONS ON CERTAIN FOREIGN PURCHASES (JUN 2008)

52.232-33, PAYMENT BY ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER—CENTRAL CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION (OCT 2018)

52.232-36, PAYMENT BY THIRD PARTY (MAY 2014)

DFARS:

252.203-7005, REPRESENTATION RELATING TO COMPENSATION OF FORMER DOD OFFICIALS (NOV 2011)

252.204-7015, DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION TO LITIGATION SUPPORT CONTRACTORS (MAY 2016)

252.204-7016, COVERED DEFENSE TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES—REPRESENTATION (DEC 2019)

252.204-7017, PROHIBITION ON THE ACQUISITON OF COVERED DEFENSE TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES—REPRESENTATION (DEC 2019)

252.204-7018, PROHIBITION ON THE ACQUISITION OF COVERED DEFENSE TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES (JAN 2021)

252.223-7008, PROHIBITION OF HEXAVALENT CHROMIUM (JUN 2013)

252.225-7000, BUY AMERICAN STATUTE—BALANCE OF PAYMENTS PROGRAM CERTIFICATE (NOV 2014)

252.225-7001, BUY AMERICAN ACT AND BALANCE OF PAYMENTS PROGRAM (DEC 2017)

252.225-7974 DEVIATION 2020-O0005, REPRESENTATION REGARDING BUSINESS OPERATIONS WITH THE MADURO REGIME (DEVIATION 2020-O0005) (FEB 2020)

252.232-7010, LEVIES ON CONTRACT PAYMENTS (DEC 2006)

252.244-7000, SUBCONTRACTS FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS (JUN 2013)

252.247-7023, TRANSPORTATION OF SUPPLIES BY SEA (FEB 2019)

(xii) The following additional contract requirement(s) or terms and conditions apply (full text of all FAR/DFARS clauses that contain fill-in information, as well as all local clauses, can be found in the attached Provisions and Clauses Full-Text document):

52.204-7, SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (OCT 2018)

52.204-13, SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT MAINTENANCE (OCT 2018)

52.204-16, COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT ENTITY CODE REPORTING (AUG 2020)

52.204-18, COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT ENTITY CODE MAINTENANCE (AUG 2020)

52.204-19, INCORPORATON BY REFERENCE OF REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS (DEC 2014)

52.204-20, PREDECESSOR OF OFFEROR (AUG 2020)

52.204-27, PROHIBITION ON A BYTEDANCE COVERED APPLICATION (JUNE 2023)

52.232-39, UNENFORCEABILITY OF UNAUTHORIZED OBLIGATIONS (JUN 2013)

52.232-40, PROVIDING ACCELERATED PAYMENTS TO SMALL BUSINESS SUBCONTRACTORS (NOV 2021)

52.247-34, F.O.B. DESTINATION (NOV 1991)

252.203-7000, REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO COMPENSATION OF FORMER DOD OFFICIALS (SEP 2011)

252.203-7002, REQUIREMENT TO INFORM EMPLOYEES OF WHISTLEBLOWER RIGHTS (SEP 2013)

252.204-7000, DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION (OCT 2016)

252.204-7003, CONTROL OF GOVERNMENT PERSONNEL WORK PRODUCT (APR 1992)

252.225-7007, PROHIBITION ON ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN ITEMS FROM COMMUNIST CHINESE MILITARY COMPANIES (DEC 2018)

252.232-7003, ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION OF PAYMENT REQUESTS AND RECEIVING REPORTS (JUN 2012)

252.243-7001, PRICING OF CONTRACT MODIFICATIONS (DEC 1991)

FAR/DFARS FILL-IN/FULL TEXT CLAUSES:

52.252-1, SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

52.252-2, CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

252.211-7003, ITEM UNIQUE IDENTIFICATION AND VALUATION (MAR 2016)

252.232-7006, WIDE AREA WORKFLOW PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS (DEC 2018)

52.204-24, REPRESENTATION REGARDING CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT (NOV 2021)

52.204-26, COVERED TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES- REPRESENTATION (OCT 2020)

LOCAL CLAUSES:

ACC – APG POINT OF CONTACT

TECHNICAL POINT OF CONTACT

TYPE OF CONTRACT

GOV INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

PAYMENT OFFICE (BANKCARD)

TAX EXEMPTION CERT. (ARL)

RECEIVING ROOM – ALC

EXCEPTIONS IN PROPOSAL

AWARD OF CONTRACT

ADELPHI CONTR. DIVISION URL

FOREIGN NATIONALS PERFORMING

PAYMENT TERMS

(xiii) This acquisition is rated under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) as N/A.

(xiv) The following notes apply to this announcement:

In accordance with FAR 32.003, contract financing cannot be provided for this acquisition.

(xv) Offers are due by 1:00pm Eastern Time Five (5) business days after posting, to benjamin.l.krein.civ@army.mil

(xvi) For information regarding this solicitation, please contact benjamin.l.krein.civ@army.mil

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