Embassy of the United States of America

San Salvador, El Salvador, C.A.

May 19, 2016

Dear Prospective Offeror/Quoter:

The American Embassy San Salvador, has a requirement to provide AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT per attached specifications. You are invited to submit a quotation. The Request for Quotations (RFQ) consists of the following sections:

  1. Standard Form SF-18
  2. Basic information and specifications.

The Embassy plans to award a purchase order. You are encouraged to make your quotation competitive. You are also cautioned against any collusion with other potential offerors with regard to price quotations to be submitted. The RFQ does not commit the American Embassy to make any award. The Embassy may cancel this RFQ or any part of it.

Please read the RFQ carefully, and if you are interested, submit your quotation. Return the completed SF-18 to the address shown in Block 5a of the SF-18 by May 31, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. Oral or late quotations will not be accepted.

Sincerely,

Scott Bowers

Contracting Officer

Enclosure:

As Stated.

REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS
(THIS IS NOT AN ORDER) / THIS RFQ [ ] IS [x] IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS-
SMALL PURCHASE SET-ASIDE (52.219-4) / PAGE
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12
1. REQUEST NO.
S-ES600-16-Q-0084 / 2. DATE ISSUED
05/09/2016 / 3. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO.
PR4821001 / 4. CERT. FOR NAT. DEF. UNDER BDSA REG. 2 AND/OR DMS REG. 1 / RATING
5A. ISSUED BY General Services Office, American Embassy,
Blvd. y Urb. Santa Elena, Antiguo Cuscatlán, El Salvador / 6. DELIVER BY (Date)
5B. FOR INFORMATION CALL: (Name and telephone no.) (No collect calls / 7. DELIVERY
FOB DESTINATION X OTHER (See Schedule)
NAME
Mayra Melara / TELEPHONE NUMBER
AREA CODE
503 / NUMBER
2501-2806
8. TO: / 9. DESTINATION
a. NAME / b. COMPANY / a. NAME OF CONSIGNEE
AMERICAN EMBASSY
c. STREET ADDRESS / b. STREET ADDRESS
Blvd. y Urb. Santa Elena, Ant. Cuscatlan
d. CITY / e. STATE / f. ZIP CODE / c. CITY
El Salvador
d. STATE / e. ZIP CODE
10. PLEASE FURNISH QUOTATIONS TO THE ISSUING OFFICE IN BLOCK 5A ON OR BEFORE CLOSE OF BUSINESS (Date)
May 31, 2016, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. / IMPORTANT: This is a request for information, and quotations furnished are not offers. If you are unable to quote, please so indicate on this form and return it to the address in Block 5A. This request does not commit the Government to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of the submission of this quotation or to contract for supplies or services. Supplies are of domestic origin unless otherwise indicated by quoter. Any representations and/or certifications attached to this Request for Quotations must be completed by the quoter
11. SCHEDULE (Include applicable Federal, State and local taxes)
ITEM NO.
(a) / SUPPLIES/SERVICES
(b) / QUANTITY
(c) / UNIT
(d) / UNIT PRICE
(e) / AMOUNT
(f)
1 / Provide a quotation for Automotive equipment, as per attached technical specifications.
Quotations to be delivered via email to or to the Embassy North Gate.
Closing date: May 31, 2016 at 10:00 a.m.
No late proposals will be accepted. / EA / US$ / US$
12 DISCOUNT FOR PROMPT PAYMENT / a. 10 CALENDAR DAYS
% / b. 20 CALENDAR DAYS
% / c. 30 CALENDAR DAYS
% / d. CALENDAR DAYS
NUMBER / %
NOTE: Additional provisions and representations [ ] are [ x ] are not attached.
13 NAME AND ADDRESS OF QUOTER / 14 SIGNATURE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN QUOTATION / 15 DATE OF QUOTATION
a. NAME OF QUOTER
b. STREET ADDRESS
/ 16. SIGNER
c. COUNTY / a. NAME (Type or print)
/ b. TELEPHONE
d. CITY / e. STATE / f. ZIP CODE / c. TITLE (Type or print) / AREA CODE
NUMBER

STANDARD FORM 18

Automotive Shop Items
Description / Brand / Model / Specs
Welding Machine 110/2201P 250 amp / Lincoln Electric / K2515-1 / Welding Machine 110/2201p 250 amp: 230-Volt input, wide 30-180 Amp welding output range, Welds up to 1/2 in. mild steel using flux-cored wire without gas, MIG weld up to 3/16 in. in a single pass with gas
Oxyacetylene kit / Oxy/Map-Pro Torch Kit / OX2550KC / • Contains oxygen and map-pro cylinders
• Burner wand and hose contains oxygen regulator and fuel gas valve
• Comes with a spark lighter
• Contains 5 brazing/welding rods
• Note: Product may vary by store
Automotive Tester(Battery and Electric) / 590 Professional Automotive Meter / ESI 590 / • 8 test ranges; 15 test functions; relative change function; data hold
• Auto-ranging and huge 2 inch high LCD display with backlighting, easy to see digits
• Ms Pulse Width for fuel injector on-time
• Desirable 20 amperes fused test range, built-in temperature readings
• Includes zippered storage case
Bench Vice 8" / YOST / 908-HV / • Bench-mount vise with 8" nominal top jaw width and 3/4"- to 2-1/4"-diameter pipe capacity provides clamping action for light-duty applications
• 360-degree swivel base adjusts the direction of the jaws for proper placement and locks in place
• Yellow-painted cast steel body is highly visible for safety and has a flat portion that acts as a reinforced anvil and an additional work surface
• Replaceable top jaws and built-in pipe jaws are grooved for enhanced grip
• Main screw that controls the jaws is covered by a bar to protect it from damage
Bench grinder 8" 3/4HP / DEWALT / DW758 / • 3/4 HP induction motor provides superior power for industrial grinding applications
• Rugged cast iron base and motor housing provide durability and prolonged life
• Motor runs at 3,600 rpm for high-speed material removal
• Precision-machined aluminum tool rests allow the user to accurately position work
• Rear exhaust ports in wheel guards for smoother operation
• 12-1/2" distance between wheels for larger and longer grinding applications
Mechanic Stethoscope / Gear Wrench / 835D / • Identify Piston Slap, Worn Gears, Faulty Valves, Water Pump Failure, Damaged Gaskets and Defective Bearings
• Stethoscope Has a Shock-Resistant Handle and Disassembles for Storage
• Stethoscope Locates the Source of Engine Noise Quickly
• Listen for Trouble By Tracing the Sound of Flowing Water, Oil, Gas or Steam
Torque Tester (angle type) / Precision / PRED2F150HM / quare Drive Size: 3/8"
Length: 9-29/32"
Effective Length: 8"
Width: 2-11/16"
Overall Height: 2-11/32"
(w/light signal option): 2-17/32"
Weight: 1.13 lbs
(w/plastic case): 1.88 lbs
(w/light signal option): ADD .17 lbs
Finish: Nickel / Chrome
Pneumatic gun, large axe 1/2" / DEWALT / D51276K / • The motor works as either an oil-free or an oil-lubricated unit
• Tool-free features include an adjustable belt hook, nail depth adjustment, jam clearing, and 360-degree exhaust
• Uses 1-inch to 2-1/2-inch (25.4mm-64mm) 34 degree collated nails, rear load
• Has a low-profile, no-mar pad and sequential action trigger installed
• 70-120 PSI operating pressure
Vacuum pump / POWER BUILT / 648744 / • Made to be the most reliable tools in the market today
• Tool solutions for most all situations
• Built to exceed tool standards
• Dial Vacuum / pressure gauge, dual scale (a) -0.9~+3 bars (b) -26 (in-hg) ~40 PSI
• 4 pc - rubber hoses, 3/8" (outer dia.) (A) 1 pc 1-1/2"(L); (B) 1 pc 3" (L); (C) 1 pc 3-1/2" (L); (D) 1 pc 24" (L)
• 2 pc - plastic reservoir (4 oz/120 ML) with 2 diff. jar lid.
• 14 pc - plastic adapters
• Vacuum pressure pump
Mechanic Strecher with wheels / Toolstud creeper / MTLV-MON
Fire Extinguisher, 5 lbs ABC / Kidde / 21005779
Heavy duty vacuum / Milwaukee / 0880-20 / Automotive Mechanic's Creeper - wheeled and padded board the mechanic lays on to easily access the underside of a vehicle from the shop's floor
Professional car washer / Karcher 1800psi / G8209275 / Quick Connect System on All Hose Connections Makes set-up fast and easy, simply push and click into place.
N-Cor Pump - Durable, non-corrosive pump. Self priming and siphon capable: Draw from a standing or collected water source
Molded Trigger Gun Storage - Securely store trigger gun
Onboard Removable Detergent Tank
Child Safety Lock on the Trigger Gun
DirtBlaster Spray Wand for up to 50% more pressure
2 Ton Jack Stand / Maasdam Pow'R Lift / MPL74117 / Heavy duty steel base
Patent Safety Feature
Iron saddle with extended reach
Can be used with SUV, light truck, and automobiles
Meets ANSI and ASME standard requirements
Air Hose 3/8", 50 ft, 300 psi / Primefit / HYP380502-0 / Premium quality 3/8" x 50' rubber air hose, oil resistant
Perfect air house for all year long, works with all extreme weather without cracks
Works with temperature range from 5 degree F to 122 degree F
Working pressure: 300 PSI, Burst pressure: 900 PSI
Rubber hose made with high quality material, oil and abrasion resistant
Galvanized tube, 60 mts 1/2, high pressure
Coupling kit 1/4" / Sloan / 683011
Ball Valve Niq. 1/2p / SharkBite / 22222-0000LF / Genuine, OEM Porter Cable 1/4" NPT drain valve
Compatible with many Porter Cable, DeWalt, and many other air compressors with a 1/4" NPT fitting
Includes (2) drain valves
Power cord heavy duty, 110 V, 25 ft / Champion Power Equipment / 48034
Mechanic Lamp with plastic protector / Woods 0681 18/3-Gauge SJTW Trouble Light with Metal Guard & Outlet, Orange, 75-Watt, 25-Foot / 18-AWG cord accepts 75-Watt bulbs, built-in circuit breaker on plug
Dual hook system which permits hanging the work light by either the guard or handle
25-foot SJTW cord intended for temporary lighting at job sites, workshops, garages, and other work areas
PVC jacket with metal bulb guard provides superior abrasion, oil, chemical and water resistance
Protection Mechanic Glove, Size 9, level 3 / Husky
Safety glasses / 3M / 90201-8V025H
Brake cleaner bottle / CRC / 5089
Grease cleaner / Greased Lightning / 30106GRL
Contacts cleaner / CRC / 02130-6
Silicon Tube (black) / Permatex Black Silicone
Silicon Hi temperature with acrylic (gray) / Pro Seal
Silicon Hi temperature (red) / Pro Seal / 80726
Carburetor Cleaner / Gumout / 800002231
Engine Cleaner / Fuel Diesel Engine Protection / 490-000-0028
Wipe/T-shirt rags (pound)
Galvanized reducer / Speedi- Products 6 in x 5 in / SM490-000-0028
Quick connector 1/4", male tip / Power Care / AP31041B

Local vendors - delivery address:

American Embassy

Blvd. Santa Elena (Portón Norte)

Antiguo Cuscatlan, La Libertad

US vendors - delivery address:

Goldbelt Specialty Services

11380 NW 34TH ST

Doral, FL 33178

(305) 477-4140

Quotations are to be delivered at the Embassy North Gate, final Calle Conchagua.,

or by email to:

Closing date: On or before May 31, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. No late proposals will be accepted.

Delivery date: 30 days or less.

Payment: Net-30 days after receiving merchandise at the Embassy or Goldbelt Specialty Services in Miami.

IMPORTANT NOTE: In order to be eligible for award, vendors must be registered in the US Government System for Award Management (SAM). Please visit this for our QUICK GUIDE FOR CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION:

http://photos.state.gov/libraries/elsavador/892757/MICLASON/Quick_Guide_for_Contract_Registrations.pdf

If you are not registered in SAM, you will not be eligible for award. You must provide your DUNS number with your proposal and evidence that you are registered in SAM.

Evaluation Factors:

Award will be made to the lowest priced, acceptable, responsible quoter.

The Government will determine acceptability by assessing the offeror's compliance with the terms of the RFQ. The Government will determine responsibility by analyzing whether the apparent successful quoter complies with the requirements of FAR 9.1, including:

·  ability to comply with the required performance period, taking into consideration all existing commercial and governmental business commitments;

·  satisfactory record of integrity and business ethics;

·  necessary organization, experience, and skills or the ability to obtain them;

·  necessary equipment and facilities or the ability to obtain them; and

·  otherwise qualified and eligible to receive an award under applicable laws and regulations.

FAR 52.2522 Clauses Incorporated By Reference (FEB 1998)

This purchase order or BPA incorporates the following clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this address: https://www.acquisition.gov/far

DOSAR clauses may be accessed at: http://www.statebuy.state.gov/dosar/dosartoc.htm

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR Chapter 1) CLAUSES

NUMBER / TITLE / DATE
52.204-9 / Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel (if contractor requires physical access to a federally-controlled facility or access to a Federal information system) / JAN 2011
52.212-4 / Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Items
(Alternate I (OCT 2008) of 52.212-4 applies if the order is time-and-materials or labor-hour) / SEPT 2013
52.225-19 / Contractor Personnel in a Diplomatic or Consular Mission Outside the United States (applies to services at danger pay posts only) / MAR 2008
52.225-25 / Prohibition on Contracting with Entities Engaging in Sanctioned Activities Relating to Iran – Representation and Certification (applies to acquisitions above the micropurchase threshold) / DEC 2012
52.227-19 / Commercial Computer Software License (if order is for software) / DEC 2007
52.228-3 / Workers’ Compensation Insurance (Defense Base Act) (if order is for services and contractor employees are covered by Defense Base Act insurance) / APR 1984
52.228-4 / Workers’ Compensation and War-Hazard Insurance (if order is for services and contractor employees are not covered by Defense Base Act insurance) / APR 1984

The following clause is provided in full text: