Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) is issuing an RFP (RFP-375375-CES) for a commercial, single-award contract to procure 532 AMPHENOL 19-PIN CIRCULAR MIL SPEC CONNECTORS, or equivalent (Part # MS3126F14-19S). This is a combined synopsis/solicitation prepared under FAR subpart 12.6, with a NAICS code of 423610. Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC (FFDG) Strategic Commercial Purchasing is the procuring center, and intends to award a firm fixed purchase order through full and open competition. Partial quotes will not be evaluated, as this is an all-or-none requirement. Quotes close at 4:00 PM CT on November 24, 2025. Responses must include a completed RFP page with pricing, and completed SARC and PUR-466 certifications. All inquiries should be directed to Cathleen E. Stadler at cstadler@fnal.gov or 630-840-2763. Deliveries are F.O.B. Fermilab, Batavia, IL 60510, freight prepaid.
The "Proposal Certifications Document PUR-466" outlines mandatory certifications for offerors submitting proposals to Fermi Research Alliance, LLC, particularly for federal subcontracts. These certifications vary based on the proposal's dollar value. Key requirements include export/import control information, adherence to the Buy American Act for construction materials, and provisions regarding rights to technical data and patent rights. For proposals exceeding $150,000, certifications cover independent price determination, anti-lobbying disclosures, responsibility matters (e.g., debarment, criminal offenses, delinquent taxes), and employment reports on veterans. Proposals over $500,000 necessitate certifications related to combating trafficking in persons. Offerors must complete applicable sections and submit them as part of their proposal package, acknowledging the accuracy of their certifications.
The Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC Subcontractor Annual Representations & Certifications (SARC) form is a critical document for subcontractors and offerors involved in U.S. Government contracts. It requires comprehensive disclosure of business information, including ownership, operational structure, and various certifications related to federal regulations. Key sections address business size (e.g., small, large, foreign business, and diversity categories), executive compensation for highly compensated individuals, and accounting system adequacy. The form also mandates compliance with U.S. export/import control laws, equal opportunity, and affirmative action programs. Subcontractors must agree to limitations on pass-through charges and affirm their responsibility in accordance with FAR 9.104, including financial resources, performance records, and ethical conduct. Additionally, the form emphasizes compliance with anti-trafficking in persons regulations and employment eligibility verification through E-Verify. This annual certification ensures that all entities working with FermiForward adhere to a wide array of federal procurement requirements, maintaining transparency and accountability within the supply chain.