Presolicitation Notice – 69– Virtual Firearm Training Simulator

Notice Type: Presolicitation Notice

Posted Date: 20-MAY-14

Office Address: Department of the Army; FedBid; FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only; 5330 Valdez Circle, Dugway, UT 84022

Subject: 69-- Virtual Firearm Training Simulator

Classification Code: 69 - Training aids & devices

Solicitation Number: 0010495048

Contact: Name: Client Services, Title: Client Services, Phone: 1.877.933.3243, Fax: 703.422.7822, Email: [email protected];

Setaside: Total Small BusinessTotal Small Business

Place of Performance (address): Dugway , UT 84022

Place of Performance (zipcode): 84022

Place of Performance Country: US

Description: Department of the Army

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Bids are being solicited under solicitation number 0010495048. 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. 607651. 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 must not bid more than their applicable contract ceiling price, excluding the FedBid Fee, for contract-specific items. If FedBid receives notice that, due to inclusion of the FedBid Fee, the Selected Bid's line item pricing is higher than the Selected Seller's applicable published government contract pricing, the FedBid Fee will be reduced to ensure the Selected Bid's line item pricing does not exceed the Selected Seller's applicable contract pricing. 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 a [ Small Business ] set-aside 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 2014-07-10 14:00:00.0 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com.FOB Destination shall be Dugway , UT 84022 The MICC Dugway Proving Ground requires the following items, Meet or Exceed, to the following: LI 001: A 180 degree firearms training simulator that has a compact footprint that can be set up in a classroom area that has the following dimensions, (30 4 X 16 6 X 7 4 ). If multiple screens are used to create the 180 degree system they will be seamless with no borders to effect the realism of the scenario. The audio system should be of high quality to simulate a real life situation to raise the officers awareness and stress level while training. Video quality must also be high resolution for realism. Must have a large scenario library to include but not be limited to the following; domestic violence, active shooter, suicidal subjects, hostage situations, traffic stops, crimes in progress, high risk incidents, and skills training. The system must have the ability to escalate through the use of force continuum from verbal commands, OC Spray, TASER, pistol, and rifle. The system must also have low light capability and have flashlight support for this type of training. Due to space the system needs to be a front projection system and come with the instructor workstation and equipment. The system needs to have debriefing software and be able to track officer s sessions to show areas of improvement. All weapons will be tether-less to increase the realism of the training. Firearms will be compatible with the Beretta 92 and the M4 firearms weapon systems. The taser will be the X26 style. The system also needs to include a filling station for these types of weapon systems. Setup and training on the system should also be included and be for 6 personnel to be able to run the system. System also needs to incorporate some type of threat fire system that uses something other than projectiles being shot at the trainee. Projectile systems take away from the reality of the scenario due to the trainee having to wear protective equipment. System needs to come with at least a 3 year warranty., 1, EA; "https://marketplace.fedbid.com/fbweb/fbobuyDetails.do token=%3D%3DwBKxmaVGYR9GEu58YtUqMxQAAAAAHeAAgAgTFCGg%2FFzzqQbJAAyVXBA0Or"Solicitation and Buy Attachments ***Question Submission: Interested offerors must submit any questions concerning the solicitation at the earliest time possible to enable the Buyer to respond. Questions must be submitted by using the 'Submit a Question' feature at www.fedbid.com. Questions not received within a reasonable time prior to close of the solicitation may not be considered.*** For this solicitation, MICC Dugway Proving Ground 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. MICC Dugway Proving Ground 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 [email protected]. 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 [email protected]. Use of FedBid: Buyers and Sellers agree to conduct this transaction through FedBid in compliance with the FedBid Terms of Use. Failure to comply with the below terms and conditions may result in offer being determined as non-responsive. contact [email protected] or call 1-877-9FEDBID to address any questions. New equipment ONLY, NO remanufactured products FOB Destination CONUS (CONtinental U.S.) No partial shipments unless otherwise specified. This solicitation requires registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award, pursuant to applicable regulations and guidelines. Registration information can be found at www.sam.gov. U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground operates on a four (4) day work week, Monday through Thursday, from 7:00 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. (local time) except for Federal Holidays. Deliveries will be accepted on regular scheduled work days between 7:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M. (local time). The following Federal Holidays are observed: Access to U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground (DPG) requires that Contractor employees voluntarily submit personal data (e.g., name, social security number, etc.) when applying for a DPG Identification Card or temporary access pass. This information is routinely used by DPG Law Enforcement and Security personnel to conduct drivers license and criminal history / background checks. Adverse information revealed by such checks (e.g., outstanding criminal warrants, criminal history indicating a potential risk to DPG Installation security, or similar negative information indicating a potential security and/or Law Enforcement risk to DPG), may result in a denial of access and/or reentry to U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground. Delays caused by any adverse employee information do not constitute a basis for claim by the Contractor. It is the Contractor' s responsibility to assure all personnel scheduled to work on the installation have acceptable backgrounds. Manufacturer or supplier must ensure that all OSHA standards applicable to that which is being purchased are complied with. The following insurance is required as a minimum; (a) Legally Required Insurance: Where certain laws apply such as State laws governing workman' s compensation and employer' s liability coverage, etc., the contractor, prior to commencement of work, shall furnish the Contracting Officer a written statement that such laws have been complied with and that compliance will continue throughout the period of contract performance. Minimum coverage of $100,000 is required.

(b) Comprehensive General Liability & Automobile Liability:

Each Person Per Property Occurrence Damage

Comprehensive General Liability None $500,000.00

Automobile Liability $200,000.00$500,000.00 (a) All Contractor employees shall be identified as such by wearing badges at all times while performing work at this Government facility and when performing work for the Government under the scope of this contract at other installations or non-government sites to include attendance at meetings, seminars, etc. The badges may be either affixed to clothing or be displayed from a chain or other mechanism worn around the neck. Badges must include contractor' s company name and employee' s name. The badges shall be colored white with black lettering and a minimum badge size of 1.5 inches wide by 3 inches long. A company logo may be placed on the badge, at the company' s discretion. No other items may be placed on the badge. b) Contractor workspace (office, laboratory, desk) shall contain a sign signifying the space is occupied by " contractor employee(s)" to ensure that Federal employees and the public know that they are not Federal employees. Coordinate location with the Contracting Officer 's Representative. (c) Contractor employees shall initially identify themselves by name and company affiliation when answering the telephone, presenting briefings, conducting or attending meetings/seminars. (d) All Contractor correspondence (written, facsimile, and email display) shall include their company name. U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground is located in a remote area. The main gate is approximately 90 miles southwest of Salt Lake City, Utah. Contractors may be required to travel up to 150 miles one way from Salt Lake City to reach some work sites. Contractors with valid U.S. government contracts will be allowed to hire non U.S. citizens to work at or visit U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground (DPG) during performance of the contract. Contractor' s shall adhere to the following process. A list of foreign national employees shall be provided to the DPG Counterintelligence, Law Enforcement, and Security Offices at least five (5) working days prior to arrival on post. A copy of the list shall also be submitted to the Contracting Officer or an appointed Contracting Officer' s Representative (COR). The list will contain name, nationality, green card and social security number, date of birth, drivers license number and state where issued. The Contractor shall also list the date(s) foreign nationals will be on post. If a sensitive test or visit is scheduled during the dates provided, the Counterintelligence Office will inform the Contractor whether the work/visit may take place. Employees will not be allowed on Post until verification process is complete. Once verification has been received, the Counterintelligence Office is responsible to provide the Protocol Office the following information for badge preparation: Name, Company and Point-of-contact. The Contracting Officer or COR will be responsible to pick-up the badges and holders, issue them to the visitor and return them at the end of the visit.

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