ALETD Contact Cars
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 and a written solicitation will not be issued.
This solicitation is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ), solicitation number W911S7-18-Q-0017. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 336111, Automobile Manufacturing. For the purpose of this procurement the small business size standard is 1500 Employees. All offers are to remain valid for a period of 60 days. Basis for Award; The Government will award a contract from this solicitation to the lowest priced offeror that meets the minimum needs of the Government IAW this solicitation.
The place of delivery is Ft. Leonard Wood MO. 65474 FOB Destination. This will be a total SDVOSB set-aside. The resulting contract will be a single award firm fixed price requirements contract. The Contractor shall deliver quantities to Ft. Leonard Wood in response to delivery orders
This is in reference to sources sought W911S7-18-X-2000 that was posted on 28 February 2018.
Fort Leonard Wood requires 138 vehicles as training aids. Vehicles must be mid-size or large 4 door sedans (similar to Chevy Lumina, Chevy Malibu, Buick LeSabre or Ford Taurus). Vehicles must be removed at the end of the use as a training aid. The minimum requirements for the vehicles are below:
- 125 Vehicles must have automatic transmissions
- 13 Vehicles must have manual transmissions
- Air bag system disabled and all air bags removed
- Electrical system in good working order and charging system must maintain 13.5 VDC. Gauges such as Speedometer and Fuel gauge must function properly. Battery secured to prevent movement or shorting out.
- All motor mounts, and transmission mounts must be in place without excessive lunging. Frame/sub-frame without structural damage or rust through.
- All suspension components such as sway bars, stabilizer bars, steering linkage, ball joints, shocks/ struts, leaf and coil springs must function reasonably with no more than ¼ inch of looseness. CV boots must not be torn.
- All exterior body panels must be present and attached without sharp protruding edges.
- Bumpers must be present and attached. All glass must be present. Cracks cannot impede drivers view. All windows must go up and down properly.
- Rear-view and driver's side-view mirrors (properly attached) are required
- Vehicle must have five matching rims, not bent or cracked with proper amount of lug nuts and with non-leaking tires of factory recommended size. No locking lug nuts or hub caps.
- The vehicle must be able to move and steer without the tires coming in contact with the vehicle body panels.
- All tires will have at least 5/32nd of an inch tread depth with no cords showing or cuts and cracks that contact the cords.
- One spare tire, of appropriate size Rim & Tire (not a space-saver), with appropriate tread depth, inflated, and located in the trunk.
- Seating for four adults. Seat cushions/pads will not have exposed coils/wires or any other potentially hazardous items and attached as intended from the MFG. (patching and seat covers authorized)
- Driver's seat must be adjustable for driver height/size and lock in place when adjusted.
- Seat belts are present and in proper working order for four (4) individuals (driver, right front passenger, left rear passenger, right rear passenger)
- All doors must function properly, this includes opening and closing, locking and must close as intended by the manufacturer & Keys must unlock doors and trunk.
- Hood and trunk lids must function properly and be securable
- An ignition key is required to start and stop the engine (turn the ignition/power on and off)
- The engine can idle while in park/neutral and all forward/reverse gears
- Power steering works properly with no Class III Leakage of fluid great enough to form drops that fall from item being checked/inspected.
- Engine cooling system works properly, including fans does not leak and components are secured properly. Coolant must be at least - 20 Fahrenheit.
- The vehicle can travel forward at 40 mph and stop by skidding all four tires from 40 mph with ABS inactivated. (Antilock brake system is not required)
- The vehicle can travel in reverse at 25 mph (estimated) unless REV limiter prevents achievable speed.
- The vehicle will be absent of MAJOR fluid leaks (Class III) Leakage of fluid great enough to form drops that fall from item being checked/inspected.
- The vehicle cannot have any leakage of fuel or brake fluid.
- The vehicle will contain at least ¼ tank of fuel with operational fuel cap.
- Vehicle is required to have a properly adjusted and functioning (not excessively loud) Exhaust system to include the exhaust pipe, muffler and tail pipe.
- The interior portion of the vehicle (passenger compartment) will be clear of any trash, loose items, and/or offensive odors, graffiti, markings or bug/rodent infestations.
- The exterior portion of the vehicle will be clear of any loose items, graffiti and/or inappropriate markings.
- The trunk portion will be clear of any loose items with the exception of the inflated spare tire. (No jacks)
- Vehicles will be generally clean and free of any excessive debris
- Windshield defrosting units must operate as intended by the MFG. with working wipers & serviceable blades.
- Vehicle heater system is required to operate as intended by the MFG.
- Vehicles MUST have legal and transferrable title at time of acceptance
- Vehicle must have fully operational brake system as required by the State of Missouri. No metal to metal parts. Brake pads/shoes must have no less than 1/8 inch material.
- Vehicle is required to have a viable engine and transmission, no knocking engines or slipping of transmissions.
- Vendor provided vehicles will remain with the Government for its life cycle. Vehicle life cycle is defined as: when it becomes disabled beyond serviceability, damaged beyond repair, incapable of safe operation and unsuitable for training. After the vehicle has reached its life cycle, the Contractor will be notified by email and will be required to remove the vehicle/vehicles within 21 days of email notification from TA 210. The vehicles will not be able to roll or move under their own power and will more than likely have damaged/missing tires, wheels, axles, spindles and/or driveline/suspension components. There will be significant damage (to varying degrees) to all exterior and interior body portions. Vehicles fluids will not be drained"
Quotes are to be received no later than 4:00 PM CST, 14 May 2018 at:
MICC - Fort Leonard Wood
8112 Nebraska Ave, Building 11400
Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri 65473
All quotes must reference W911S7-18-Q-0017. Email electronic quotes are acceptable:
Email: jackie.d.peacock.civ@mail.mil. Fax quotes are not acceptable.
Request for additional information should be forwarded to jackie.d.peacock.civ@mail.mil Due date for questions is no later than 0800 EST on 1 May 2018.
Jackie D Peacock, Mr., Phone 5735960259, Email jackie.d.peacock.civ@mail.mil
