Inactive Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

FURNISH ALL EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS, SUPPLIES, PERSONNEL AND LABOR NECESSARY TO SUPPLY STEEL TOE BOOTS This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format... FURNISH ALL EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS, SUPPLIES, PERSONNEL AND LABOR NECESSARY TO SUPPLY STEEL TOE BOOTS 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, solicitation W912EE21Q0039 is attached. Solicitation Number W912EE21Q0039 is being issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ) with the intent to issue one Firm-Fixed Price Contract, using simplified acquisition procedures, while reserving the right to make multiple awards from this solicitation if determined to be in the government’s best interest. This solicitation is being issued as a 100% small business set-aside. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clause are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2020-20. The NAICS code for this procurement is 316210 – Footwear Manufacturing, with a size standard of 1,000 employees. This procurement is being conducted in accordance with regulations at FAR Part 12 – Acquisition of Commercial Items and FAR Part 13 – Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Vicksburg District, has a requirement for Steel Toe Boots as specified in the attached solicitation W912EE21Q0039. OFFERS MAY BE PROPOSED AS FOLLOWS: Complete the attached solicitation. Notes to Offerors: Quotes are due Tuesday, 12 May 2021, not later than 12:00 PM CST, to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, ATTN: Judy Huell, 4155 East Clay Street, Vicksburg, MS 39183-3435. Proposals may be submitted electronically via email, providing that they are complete and provide all required information to: Judy.M.Huell@usace.army.mil. For information concerning this solicitation, contact Judy Huell at (601) 631-5829. Proposals will only be accepted via e-mail: Judy.M.Huell@usace.army.mil. Email should be titled “Proposal for W912EE21Q0039 MSU Steel Toe Boot Requirement.” PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS, BIDDING SCHEDULE, AND SCOPE OF WORK IS INCLUDED IN THIS SOLICITATION. You are responsible for reading all information contained in this solicitation and all attachments. Offerors should check the Beta.Sam.gov web site often for a new solicitation and/or modifications to this solicitation. Offerors are responsible for ensuring that their proposals arrive prior to the scheduled closing time. Proposals must be clearly identified for Solicitation No W912EE21Q0039 and addressed to the Attn. of Judy Huell, Vicksburg District Contracting Office, CEMVK-CT-S. The government intends to make one award for one firm fixed price contract. Offers for less than the required services will not be accepted. The Government intends to award without discussions while reserving the right to hold discussions if determined advantageous to the Government. Offerors are encouraged to provide their best proposed pricing in their initial offer. Veterans Employment Emphasis for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Contracts In addition to complying with the requirements outlined in FAR Part 22.13, FAR Provision 52.222-38, FAR Clause 52.222-35, FAR Clause 52.222-37, DFARS 222.13 and Department of Labor regulations, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) contractors and subcontractors at all tiers are encouraged to promote the training and employment of U.S. veterans while performing under a USACE contract. While no set-aside, evaluation preference, or incentive are encouraged to seek out highly qualified veterans to perform services under this contract. The following resources are available to assist USACE contractors in their outreach efforts: Federal Veteran employment information at http://www.fedshirevets.gov/index.aspx Department of Labor Veterans Employment Assistance http://www.dol.gov/vets/ Department of Veterans Affairs-VOW to Hire Heros Act http://benefits.va.gov/vow/ Army Wounded Warriors Program- http://wtc.army.mil/modules/employers/index.html U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation-Hiring Our Heros http://www.hiringourheroes.org/ Guide to Hiring Veterans-Reference Material http://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/docs/white_house_business_council_- _guide_to_hiring_veterans_0.pdf The full text of these DFARS clauses can be accessed electronically at website: http://farsite.hill.af.mil/VFDFARA.HTM. TECHNICAL INQUIRIES AND QUESTIONS: Technical inquiries and questions relating to this solicitation are to be submitted via Bidder Inquiry in ProjNet at (https://www.projnet.org). Offerors are encouraged to submit questions at least 2 days prior to solicitation due date, in order to ensure adequate time is allotted to form an appropriate response and amend the solicitation, if necessary. To submit and review inquiry items, prospective vendors will need to use the Bidder Inquiry Key presented below and follow the instructions listed below the key for access. The Solicitation Number is: W912EE-21-Q-0039 The Bidder/Offeror Inquiry Key is: EMC4CA-NWN688 Specific Instructions for ProjNet Bid Inquiry Access: 1. From the ProjNet home page linked above, click on Quick Add on the upper right side of the screen. 2. Identify the Agency. This should be marked as USACE. 3. Key. Enter the Bidder Inquiry Key listed above. 4. Email. Enter the email address you would like to use for communication. 5. Click Continue. A page will then open saying that a user account was not found and will ask you to create one using the provided form. 6. Enter your First Name, Last Name, Company, City, State, Phone, Email, Secret Question, Secret Answer, and Time Zone. Make sure to remember your Secret Question and Answer as they will be used from this point on to access the ProjNet system. 7. Click Add User. Once this is completed you are now registered within ProjNet and are currently logged into the system. FAR Provision 52.204-24, Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment, included in section L of this solicitation, MUST be returned with your offer in order to be considered for award.