Xante X-36 UV Inkjet Flatbed Printer and Maintenance
ID: 24Q0274Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICEMRPBS AAMD CONTRACTINGRIVERDALE, MD, 20737, USA

NAICS

PrintingT (32311)

PSC

PRINTING, DUPLICATING, AND BOOKBINDING EQUIPMENT (3610)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7b1f0590a3174ba2867dc25ffd3c4d57/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), is seeking to procure one Xante X-36 UV Inkjet Flatbed Printer along with maintenance services. This procurement aims to enhance APHIS's capabilities in printing and duplicating essential materials, which are critical for their operational functions. A firm fixed price purchase order is anticipated, with the contract expected to be effective around September 20, 2024. Interested vendors should note that the solicitation (12639524Q0274) will be released on or about August 14, 2024, and are encouraged to direct inquiries to Margaux Nenichka at Margaux.G.Nenichka@usda.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Margaux Nenichka
    Margaux.G.Nenichka@usda.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    B_24Q0274.pdf
    The government file outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) for a Xante X-36 UV Inkjet Flatbed Printer and related maintenance services. The RFP details the procurement of one printer, which will support the PDMCS branch located in Riverdale, Maryland, aiming to reduce reliance on external printing services. Key specifications include the printer's dimensions, print capabilities, software compatibility, and the requirement for vendor-provided technical support. The proposal submission deadline is set for September 16, 2024. Vendors are instructed to provide pricing, delivery lead times, and evidence of active registration with the System for Award Management (SAM). An evaluation will focus on price, lead time, and past performance, with a particular emphasis on lead time and performance over cost. The document incorporates several legal clauses relevant to procurement, emphasizing compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations and inclusivity of small businesses. The intent of this RFP is to streamline procurement processes for the USDA while ensuring competitive pricing and quality service through a structured and formal solicitation.
    QandA Xante Response 09162024.docx
    The file addresses inquiries related to a government Request for Proposal (RFP) identified as 12639524Q0274, focusing on IT maintenance and consumables for the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). Several key clarifications were sought by vendors regarding the provision of ink and consumable supplies under the maintenance contract, which the government confirmed would be supplied at a price. Additionally, redundancies in the pricing structure related to specific items (Xante X36) were highlighted, leading the government to agree to remove irrelevant charges from the proposal. Vendors also requested the inclusion of a new Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) for comprehensive supply pricing, which was accepted. The document serves to streamline communication between the government and vendors, ensuring clarity in requirements and supply expectations as part of the RFP process.
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