HIGH DENSITY MOBILE SHELVING
ID: 140G0125Q0003Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS GEOLOGICAL SURVEYOFC OF ACQUSITION GRANTS-NATIONALRESTON, VA, 20192, USA

NAICS

Showcase, Partition, Shelving, and Locker Manufacturing (337215)

PSC

CABINETS, LOCKERS, BINS, AND SHELVING (7125)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fad45ca5287746bc836165612daa0874/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking quotations for the procurement of high-density mobile shelving systems to upgrade existing installations at its Reston, Virginia facility. The project involves replacing outdated electronic control systems in legacy shelving units, ensuring compliance with federal safety and security guidelines while maintaining public access to library materials during the upgrade. This initiative is critical for enhancing the efficiency and safety of library operations, with a performance period extending from the date of award to 90 days thereafter. Interested vendors, particularly those classified as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), must submit their quotations by November 18, 2024, and are encouraged to attend a mandatory site visit on October 31, 2024. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Nicole Demby at ndemby@usgs.gov or by phone at 703-648-7372.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Demby, Nicole
    (703) 648-7372
    (703) 648-7899
    ndemby@usgs.gov
    Files
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    140G0125Q0003-_sections_B_through_M.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for high-density mobile shelving systems for the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Reston Library. The contract, characterized as Firm-Fixed Price under NAICS Code 337215, aims to upgrade the electronic control systems of legacy mobile shelving units installed since 1991 and 1997. The contractor is responsible for all associated labor, materials, and compliance with applicable codes. The scope includes removing outdated control systems and installing new configurations with safety features, alongside managing library materials during the upgrade. Installation should be completed within a year, following a structured schedule coordinated with USGS staff. The RFQ specifies that public access will remain unaffected, and that all work must occur within established federal safety and security guidelines. Additionally, it details the contractual obligations, including packaging, inspection procedures, and compliance with various federal clauses related to procurement and contract execution. The overarching goal is to enhance the efficiency and safety of the mobile shelving systems, ensuring a modern standard of operation for USGS library services.
    Attachment_A-_Past_Performance_Information.docx
    The document pertains to a Request for Quotations (RFQ) by the US Geological Survey (USGS) for a contract involving high-density mobile shelving. It includes a Past Performance Questionnaire aimed at assessing the past performance of a specified contractor. The questionnaire requests detailed evaluations across five key areas: Quality of Product or Service, Schedule, Cost Control, Business Relations, and Key Personnel. Each section asks for ratings (from outstanding to unsatisfactory) and allows for narrative explanations. The information gathered will guide USGS in evaluating the contractor's qualifications, reliability, and effectiveness in managing federal contracts. This assessment process is crucial for ensuring the successful execution of contract requirements, adherence to budgetary constraints, and fostering effective contractor-government relations, ultimately reflecting the agency’s commitment to high standards in procurement processes.
    Attachment_B_-_Nondisclosure_Agreement.doc
    The document outlines a Contractor Employee Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) pertinent to government contracts, emphasizing the need to protect procurement-sensitive and proprietary business information encountered during employment. Signatories commit to confidentiality, agreeing not to disclose sensitive information to unauthorized individuals and using it solely for official purposes. The NDA establishes the distinction between "proprietary information" and "inside information," the latter being data obtained under government authority that remains non-public. Furthermore, it incorporates protections for whistleblowers and adheres to existing statutes and executive orders, ensuring compliance with broader legal obligations concerning classified information and misconduct reporting. The purpose of this NDA is to safeguard sensitive information associated with federal and state/local RFPs, ensuring the integrity of government operations and preventing misuse of proprietary data. The agreement necessitates signatory awareness of disclosure directives, highlighting the importance of upholding privacy standards in government contracting activities.
    Attachment_C_-_Site_Visit_Security_Document.docx
    This document outlines the requirements and procedures for prospective bidders involved in the solicitation for High Density Mobile Shelving under the RFQ 140G0125Q0003. It emphasizes the handling of Sensitive But Unclassified (SBU) building information, requiring participants to exercise reasonable care in its dissemination. Bidders must provide verification through valid business licenses, a DUNS number, an IRS tax ID, and appropriate identification for personnel. Key points include protocols for limiting information sharing to authorized individuals, maintaining and securely disposing of documents, and ensuring compliance with specific constraints throughout the contract period. Contractors must also provide a written statement confirming the proper disposal of SBU documents upon receiving final payment. This document underscores the importance of safeguarding sensitive information in government contracts, aiming to ensure information security while allowing necessary access for authorized parties. The entire process enforces compliance and appropriate handling, contributing to the overall integrity of government contracting practices.
    Sol_140G0125Q0003.pdf
    The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) for the upgrade of high-density mobile shelving systems located at the agency's facilities in Reston, Virginia. This RFQ highlights that it is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and requires vendors to provide firm-fixed discounted pricing for specific supplies and services related to maintenance, repair, and rebuilding of furniture. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for October 31, 2024, at the USGS location, where vendors must present valid identification and completed security documentation to obtain project drawings. The project involves two primary service requests for the upgrading of shelving in Annex BC108 and Basement BC111, with a performance period spanning from the date of award to 90 days thereafter. The overall aim is to solicit competitive quotations while ensuring compliance with government regulations and standards, thereby facilitating procurement for the required services efficiently and transparently. This RFQ emphasizes the importance of prompt communication, adherence to instructions, and correct submission of required documents to participate in the bidding process.
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