FA Unit Test Bench

This document outlines "Appendix A: Argonne Terms and Conditions for Commercial Goods and Services" (ANL-71-COM, February 13, 2023), which governs purchase orders and contracts issued by Argonne National Laboratory (ANL). Operated by UChicago Argonne, LLC under a Department of Energy (DOE) prime contract, ANL establishes these terms for commercial acquisitions. The agreement details administrative and operational requirements for contractors. Key provisions include strict acceptance policies, restrictions on assignments, and mandatory five-day notifications for bankruptcy. Changes to the contract require mutual written agreement, and contractors must adhere to ANL's Code of Conduct and federal environmental laws. The terms mandate strict compliance with export control regulations, information technology security standards (NIST), and site access safety rules. Contractors must follow specific guidelines regarding ozone-depleting substances and refrigerant management, including tracking and reporting high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons. For payments, invoices must be accompanied by completed government property forms (ANL-661) to prevent payment delays. The document also addresses REAL ID site entry requirements, risk of loss, warranties for services and supplies, and suspect counterfeit parts prevention. Finally, the document incorporates by reference numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR) clauses. These cover whistleblower protection, equal opportunity, small business utilization, and domestic purchasing preferences, establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for commercial providers.

This document is the Pre-Award Information Representation and Certifications form (ANL-70A, Short Version) for Argonne National Laboratory, revised January 13, 2025. It serves as a mandatory supplement to an offeror’s System for Award Management (SAM) registration for organizations bidding on laboratory solicitations. Authorized officials must execute the document to certify that their SAM registration is accurate and compliant with FAR 52.204-12. The form collects basic organizational details, including UEI, entity type, and NAICS codes. It also requires specific disclosures and certifications organized by contract value thresholds: - **All Solicitations:** Certifications regarding covered telecommunications equipment (FAR 52.204-26), standard laboratory terms, suspect or counterfeit parts, personal conflicts of interest with Argonne or University of Chicago employees, limited rights data, and small business or non-profit status. - **Supplies ≥ $10,000:** Buy American Act compliance (FAR 52.225-1) and foreign end-product disclosures. - **Offers ≥ $150,000:** Certification regarding payments to influence federal transactions (FAR 52.203-11). - **Fixed-Price Offers ≥ $250,000:** Certificate of Independent Price Determination (FAR 52.203-2). - **Offers ≥ $2,000,000:** Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) notices, exemptions, and disclosure statement certifications (FAR 52.230-1). The form concludes with a signature block certifying the accuracy of the provided information under penalty of perjury, alongside instructions to submit a completed W-9 form separately to Argonne’s secured tax email.

UChicago Argonne, LLC, operator of the Argonne National Laboratory (ANL), has issued Request for Quotation (RFQ) No. 6-B141-Q-00436-00. This solicitation seeks firm fixed-price proposals for a FA Unit Test Bench (Model/Part # TB352BW2-2FA), configured to run on 480VAC input power. Key solicitation requirements and details include: - **Submission Deadline:** Quotations must be received by September 11, 2026. - **Inquiries:** Questions should be directed to Beth DeCarlo at (630) 252-6118 or bdecarlo@anl.gov. - **Pricing and Terms:** Offers must be F.O.B. Destination with payment terms of Net 30 days. Proposals must exclude shipping insurance, as ANL is self-insured. Offerors are required to submit a published pricelist or a redacted invoice to support their quoted pricing. - **Applicable Documentation:** Submissions must comply with Appendix A Argonne Terms and Conditions for Commercial Items and Services (ANL-71-COM, dated 10/22/2025). Additionally, offerors must complete, sign, and return the Pre-Award Information Reps and Certs Short Form (ANL-70A). - **Tax Exemption:** Any resulting purchase order will be exempt from Illinois Occupation and Use Taxes as well as Manufacturers and Retailers Excise Taxes.