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Bids are being solicited under solicitation number HSTS03-08-Q-CIO380. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; bids are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation is issued as an invitation for bids (IFB), unless otherwise indicated herein. If your company can provide the product/services listed on the solicitation and comply with all of the solicitation instructions, please respond to this notice. To view the specifications, please go to www.FedBid.com and reference Buy No. 68796_01. GSA Schedule Bids Only: Sellers bidding on this opportunity MUST have the items requested on an existing GSA Schedule. The Schedule must either be in the Seller's name or the Seller must be able to document its ability to act as an agent of a partner's Schedule. Sellers may offer Open Market items only in accordance with the approved Terms and Conditions of their respective GSA Schedule AND upon approval from the soliciting Contracting Officer. Information regarding GSA Schedules can be found at www.GSA.gov. This requirement is unrestricted and only qualified sellers may submit bids. The solicitation pricing on www.FedBid.com will start on the date this solicitation is posted and will end on 2008-05-28 18:00:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com. FOB Destination shall be Multiple shipping information. The DHS-Transportation Security Administration requires the following items, Exact Match Only, to the following: LI 001, Part Number: CON-SNT-1721Term: 8X5XNBD Award through 09/30/2009, 1, EA; LI 002, Part Number: CON-SNT-PIX515ETerm: 8X5XNBD Award through 09/30/2009, 4, EA; LI 003, Part Number: CON-SNT-PIX515ERTerm: 8X5XNBD Award through 09/30/2009, 1, EA; LI 004, Part Number: CON-SNT-C2950-12Term: 8X5XNBD Award through 09/30/2009, 2, EA; LI 005, Part Number: CON-SNT-C2950T24Term: 8X5XNBD Award through 09/30/2009, 6, EA; For this solicitation, DHS-Transportation Security Administration intends to conduct an online competitive reverse auction to be facilitated by the third-party reverse auction provider, FedBid, Inc. FedBid has developed an online, anonymous, browser based application to conduct the reverse auction. A Seller may submit a series of pricing bids, which descend in price during the specified period of time for the aforementioned reverse auction. DHS-Transportation Security Administration is taking this action in an effort to improve both seller access and awareness of requests and the agency's ability to gather multiple, completed, real-time bids. All responsible Sellers that respond to this solicitation MUST submit the pricing portion of their bid using the online exchange located at www.FedBid.com. There is no cost to register, review procurement data or make a bid on www.FedBid.com. Sellers that are not currently registered to use www.FedBid.com should proceed to www.FedBid.com to complete their free registration. Sellers that require special considerations or assistance may contact the FedBid Helpdesk at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or via email at clientservices@fedbid.com. Sellers may not artificially manipulate the price of a transaction on www.FedBid.com by any means. It is unacceptable to place bad faith bids, to use decoys in the www.FedBid.com process or to collude with the intent or effect of hampering the competitive www.FedBid.com process. Should Sellers require additional clarification, contact FedBid at 877-9FEDBID (877-933-3243) or clientservices@fedbid.com. Use of FedBid: Buyers and Sellers agree to conduct this transaction through FedBid in compliance with the FedBid Terms of Use. Buyers and Sellers understand that FedBid ranks all bids by price; however, pursuant to applicable acquisition regulations and/or departmental guidelines, Buyers may use criteria other than price to evaluate offers. Accordingly, please note that, unless otherwise specified herein below, to the extent required by applicable regulations and/or guidelines, award will be made to the responsible Seller whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Buyer on the basis of price, technical capability, delivery, and past performance. Contact ClientServices@FedBid.com or call 1-877-9FEDBID to address any questions or comments. New equipment ONLY, NO remanufactured products. No partial shipments unless otherwise specified All bids MUST be valid for 30 calendar days after submission. FOB Destination CONUS (CONtinental U.S.) Vendors must be currently registered and have a valid certification in the Online Representation & Certifications Application (https//orca.bpn.gov) as well as have a current registration with the Central Contractor Registry (CCR)at www.ccr.gov Payment Term Purchase Order: Buyer intends to use a government issued purchase order for payment. Bids from Sellers unable to accept purchase orders will not be considered for award. Delivery time frame Delivery is required ASAP but no later than 30 days after purchase order award. The following TSA clauses are hereby incorporated by reference with full effect. The complete text can be found at http://www.tsa.gov under Business Opportunities/Our Acquisition Process/TSA Acquisition Management System (TSAAMS). Each Clause is listed in alphabetical order. TSAAMS 3.9.1-1-Contract Disputes (February 2003), TSAAMS 3.9.1-2-Protest After Award (February 2003), TSAAMS 3.9.1-3-Protests (February 2003), FAR 52.232-25 Prompt Payment, FAR 52.204-7 Central Contractor Registration Quotations are to be submitted as all or none under the appropriate DHS FirstSource contract. Please include the DHS First Source contract number with your bid. Award will be made to the responsible vendor whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to TSA on the basis of price, technical capability, delivery, and past performance. Price is the most important factor; however, TSA may select a vendor that offers the earliest delivery timeframe at a higher price. Delivery must be made within 30 Days ARO to:Carl Shirley701 S. 12th StreetArlington, VA 22202Attn: Carl Chirley571-227-3749Carl.Shirley@dhs.gov