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FedBizOppsAmendment to a Previous Combined SolicitationCLASSIFICATION CODE*SUBJECT*CONTRACTING OFFICE'S*ZIP-CODESOLICITATION NUMBER*BASE NOTICE TYPERESPONSE DATE (MM-DD-YYYY)ARCHIVE DAYS AFTER THE RESPONSE DATERECOVERY ACT FUNDSSET-ASIDENAICS CODE*CONTRACTING OFFICE ADDRESSPOINT OF CONTACT*(POC Information Automatically Filled from User Profile Unless Entered)DESCRIPTION*See AttachmentAGENCY'S URLURL DESCRIPTIONAGENCY CONTACT'S EMAIL ADDRESSEMAIL DESCRIPTION ADDRESSPOSTAL CODECOUNTRYADDITIONAL INFORMATIONGENERAL INFORMATIONPLACE OF PERFORMANCE * = Required FieldFedBizOpps Amendment to a Previous Combined SolicitationRev. March 201051PR# 629-15-3-6604-0048, PL, SupFMS Tools II - Carpentry Shop Tools70112VA256-15-Q-0868COMBINE08-27-201599N333517Department of Veterans AffairsSoutheast Louisiana Veterans HCS1555 Poydras StreetNew Orleans LA 70114Bruce Lundvallbruce.lundvall@Department of Veterans AffairsSoutheast Louisiana Veterans HCS2400 Canal StreetNew Orleand, LA70119USADepartment of Veterans Affairsbruce.lundvall@bruce.lundvall@FMS Tools II - Carpentry Shop ToolsThis is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR 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. ?Solicitation number VA256-15-Q-0868 A00001 is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-83. Proposals are due on August27, 2015, 12:00 p.m., Central Local Time (CDT).? This solicitation is unrestricted.NOTE:All documentation submittal due times are Central local time (New Orleans, Louisiana). TOC \o "1-3" \h \z \u A. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION TO OFFERORS PAGEREF _Toc426711157 \h 4B.1 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE PAGEREF _Toc426711158 \h 9B.2STATEMENT OF WORK PAGEREF _Toc426711159 \h 13C.CLAUSES PAGEREF _Toc426711160 \h 39C.1Clauses Incorporated by Reference: PAGEREF _Toc426711161 \h 39C.2Clauses Incorporated by Full Text: PAGEREF _Toc426711162 \h 3952.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS—COMMERCIAL ITEMS (MAY 2015) PAGEREF _Toc426711163 \h 43D.INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS PAGEREF _Toc426711164 \h 49D.1 Provisions Incorporated by Reference: PAGEREF _Toc426711165 \h 49D.2 Provisions Incorporated by Full Text: PAGEREF _Toc426711166 \h 50F.EVALUATION CRITERIA PAGEREF _Toc426711167 \h 51F.1 FAR 52.212-2 PAGEREF _Toc426711168 \h 51A.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION TO OFFERORS1.The purpose is to The purpose is to provide Carpentry Shop Tools to The Facility Management Section at Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System (SLVHCS) Central Energy Plant building 2400 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119.2.All work shall be completed in accordance with the Statement of Work (SOW), tilted, "FMS Tools II-Carpentry Shop Tools," dated July 9, 2015. 3.NAICS code is 333517. Small business size standard is 500 employees.posite List of Abbreviations Used:CLIN=Contract Line Item NumberCOR=Contracting Officer’s Representative JB=Job (i.e. on payment after completion of entire CLIN requirements)MTH=MonthsEA=EachIAW=in accordance withPOC=Point of ContactSOW=Statement of WorkPWS=Performance Work StatementFFP=Firm Fixed Price5.Contract Type and Period of Performance:5.1Upon award, contract will be a Firm Fixed Price contract. The contract will consist of Contract Line Items (CLINs) for supply/equipment, and delivery.5.2The anticipated Period of Performance for delivery and installation is from December 15, 2015 to April 28, 2016.OR5.2The anticipated delivery date is December 15, 2015.pensation for Services Rendered:6.1The Contractor will be paid at the prices in the Schedule of Supplies/Services. 6.2Proposals shall include a total Firm Fixed Price for CLIN 0001 – 0065 for supplies/equipment, and delivery per Schedule B below. 7.Place of Performance:7.1Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System (SLVHCS), 2400 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119. 8.Inspection and Acceptance:8.1The COR will inspect all completed services. Final acceptance will be performed by the COR by verification of the supplies delivered, and implemented and support services performed and certification of contractor's invoices.9.Invoicing Procedures:9.1Offeror may submit monthly invoices for any completed and government accepted items on the Price Schedule. See VAAR Clause 852.232-72, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests for invoicing procedures.10. System for Award Management (Sam) Registration/Contractor Responsibility10.1All Contractors are required to be actively registered in SAM Website: . SAM Registration must be maintained current throughout the performance of the contract.11.Modifications:11.1Contracting Officers within the networking contracting office issuing the contract, only, may issue Modifications to the contract. 11.2Distribution will be made via email. No hard copies will be distributed. 12.Online Representations and Certifications (ORCA): 12.1Please note the requirements of FAR provision 52.212-3. Prospective Contractors shall complete electronic annual representations and certifications at in conjunction with required registration in the SAM database. Representations & Certifications must be completed and/or updated by the date and time offers are due.13.Working hours are between 07:30 am – 04:30 pm, Monday through Friday. All federal holidays excluded. Any work outside of normal working hours must be pre-approved by the CO and COR. Federal holidays are available at the Federal Holiday OPM Site.14.Delivery14.1All prices are to be proposed F.O.B. DestinationLocation of Services to be received:2400 Canal StreetNew Orleans, La. 7011915.Proposal Total Firm Fixed Price:15.1Proposals shall include a Total Firm Fixed Price for CLINs 0001 – 0065 for the items listed in this procurement. 16.A Pre Proposal Conference or Site Visit will NOT be scheduled or available.17.Solicitation Questions17.1Questions must be submitted in writing. Questions shall be submitted via electronic mail (e-mail) to: bruce.lundvall@. Questions will be accepted up to 10:00 p.m. August 27, 2015. All questions and answers will be published via amendment to the solicitation. 17.Amendments to Solicitation17.1Amendments to this solicitation shall be posted on FedBizOpps only (Website (). It is the responsibility of the contractor to monitor for any amendments to this solicitation. Acknowledge receipt of ALL amendments to this solicitation on the proposal transmittal letter. If any of the amendments to this solicitation furnish amended sections, the amended sections must be used in submitting your offer.18.Offer Acceptance Period18.1The minimum offer acceptance period is 60 days. Please ensure that you allow at least the stated number of calendar days for the Government to accept your offer. 19.Submitting Offers19.1Offers must arrive at the designated location by the exact time and date as specified in this solicitation. Offers will only be received by this office via e-mail to Bruce Lundvall bruce.lundvall@. Offers by fax to this office is NOT ACCEPTABLE and will result in such offers being rejected.19.2Proposals (whether e-mailed, mailed, or hand-delivered) must be received no later than the closing date and time of the solicitation. Any contractor submissions or requests for information about this RFQ after the closing date and time are late, and shall not be considered.19.3Please carefully review the entire Request for Quote (RFQ) package including the Statement of Work, and the instructions included herein and respond with a written proposal. Offerors must demonstrate their capability to satisfy the entire breadth and scope of the Statement of Work. It is the responsibility of the contractor to read this solicitation in its entirely and to submit all necessary information and documents that are required.20Proposal Expenses and Pre-Contract Costs: This solicitation does not commit the Government to pay costs incurred in preparation and submission of initial and subsequent proposals or for other costs incurred prior to award of a formal contract.21.Selection and Award without Discussions: It is the intent of the Government to make a contract award based upon the proposals submitted without further discussions or additional information. Therefore, proposals should be submitted based on the most favorable terms from a price and technical standpoint. There will not be an opportunity to clarify, discuss, or revise proposals once submitted. 22.ACCEPTABLE OFFERS: One single contract will be made as a result of this solicitation. For an offer to be considered for a potential contractual award the contractor must provide all CLIN items listed in this solicitation. Contract award shall be made on an ALL OR NONE BASIS by the contracting officer. Partial offers that do not address, provide, and/or quote all CLIN items shall be deemed not technically acceptable and shall be rejected. Offers must clearly indicate if brand name items are being furnished or if or equivalent, brand name or equal, alternate, or substitute products are being provided. 23.SUBSTITUTE ITEMS: If you plan to provide other than the brand name items (i.e. equivalent/brand name or equal/alternate items) cited in the purchase description, provide in your response the brand name and the catalog or part number you intend to furnish and the salient characteristics for each of the equivalent/substitute/alternate item(s) that are equivalent to the brand name. You may be asked to provide documents which clearly describe the item(s) so that it/they can be evaluated by the end user. Failure to provide this information will result in your offer not being accepted or considered for a potential contractual award. 24. Release of Information: After receipt of proposals and until contract award, selection information will not be furnished to any firm.Please provide business name, doing business as (DBA) name, mailing address, phone number, DUNS number and CAGE code when submitting your offer in response to this solicitation. B.PRICE SCHEDULE AND STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVESB.1PRICE SCHEDULE?Clin #UnitUnit PriceQtyDescription1 ?EA 3.00 Carpentry Shop Tools Maintenance / ... ? 2?EA 5.00 Pointing Trowel, Philadelphia,7 x 3... ? 3?EA 5.00 Margin Trowel, 5 x2, Steel, Ergo S... ? 4?EA 5.00 Margin Trowel, 8 x2, Steel, Ergo So... ? 5?EA 5.00 Convex Jointer, 3/8 x 1/2 x 10-1/2 ... ? 6?EA 5.00 Convex Jointer, 5/8 x 3/4 x 10-1/2 ... ? 7?EA 5.00 Convex Jointer, 1/2 x 5/8 x 10-1/2 ... ? 8?EA 5.00 Convex Jointer, 3/4 x 7/8 x 10-1/2 ... ? 9?EA 5.00 Tuck-pointing Trowel, 6-3/4 x 1/2, ... ? 10?EA 5.00 Tuck-pointing Trowel, 6-3/4 x 3/4, ... ? 11?EA 5.00 Tuck Pointer, 6-1/2 x 1/4 In, DuraS... ? 12?EA 10.00 Utility String, 500 ft, Orange, Nyl... ? 13?EA 10.00 Stepladder, Fiberglass, 4 ft. H, 25... ? 14?EA 5.00 Tile Nipper, Offset Jaws, Green SUP... ? 15?EA 5.00 Tile Nipper, Centered Jaws, 8in SUP... ? 16?EA 5.00 End Cutting Nippers, 9 In CHANNELLO... ? 17?EA 5.00 Pivot Square, Aluminum, 11 x 8 In, ... ? 18?EA 10.00 Handheld Flashlight, LED MAGLITE SP... ? 19?EA 5.00 Poly Grout Bag, 4qt, 13 x23 in, Mol... ? 20?EA 5.00 Cross Joint Trowel, 4-3/4x 2-1/2 In... ? 21?EA 5.00 Cross Joint Trowel, 4-3/4x 2-1/2 In... ? 22?EA 200.00 Acid Brush, 8 x 3 In, Beige, Plasti... ? 23?EA 5.00 Hand Guarded Chisel Set, 5 Pieces ? 24?EA 10.00 Shoe Handle Scratch Brush, Steel Wi... ? 25?EA 5.00 Wall Capping Tool, Masonry, 6 In, S... ? 26?EA 5.00 Wall Capping Tool, Masonry, 8 In, S... ? 27?EA 5.00 Walking Edger w/Handle, 1/2 In Radi... ? 28?EA 5.00 Inside Step Tool, 1/4 in Radius, 6x... ? 29?EA 5.00 Outside Nose Tool, 3/4In Radius, 9x... ? 30?EA 5.00 Outside Step Tool, 3/4 in Radius, 6... ? 31?EA 10.00 Lineman's Pliers, 8In L, Black ? 32?EA 10.00 Safety Wire Twister Pliers, 9in, St... ? 33?EA 10.00 Diagonal Cutting Pliers, Steel, 6 i... ? 34?EA 5.00 Cement Trowel, 12 x 4, Steel, Ergo ... ? 35?EA 10.00 Combination Square, SS, Red Zinc, 1... ? 36?EA 10.00 Square, ABS, Yellow, 7 In, Graduati... ? 37?EA 10.00 Square, ABS, Yellow, 12 In, cgradua... ? 38?EA 10.00 Tote Bag, 16in ? 39?EA 10.00 Trade Cart/Service Bench, 500 lb., ... ? 40?EA 10.00 Portable Tool Box, Polypropylene, 1... ? 41?EA 10.00 Needle File Set, Swiss, 6 Pieces ? 42 ?SE 10.00 General Purpose File Set, Ergonomic... ? 43?SE 10.00 Hole Saw Set, Bi-Metal, 8pcs ? 44?SE 10.00 5-pc Plier set ? 45?EA 5.00 Brick Trowel, 5x2-3/4, Steel, Ergo ... ? 46?SE 10.00 Screwdriver Set, 8-Pc. Cushion-Grp ... ? 47?EA 10.00 Bal peen hammer, hickory ? 48?EA 10.00 Hammer, electricians ? 49?SE 10.00 Wood chisel set, 9-pc ? 50?SE 10.00 Socket/Wrench Set, 1/4", 3/8" dr., ... ? 51?SE 10.00 Hollow Shaft Nut Driver Set, Chrome... ? 52?EA 24.00 Utility Knife, Fixed Blade, 8 in. ? 53?EA 24.00 Tape Measure, 1-1/8 Inx 25ft, Yello... ? 54?SE 10.00 Spade Bit Set, 1/4 to 1 D, 6 in L, ... ? 55?KT 10.00 Cordless Combination Kit, 18.0V, Ni... ? 56?EA 5.00 Brick Trowel, 7x3-5/8, Steel, Ergo ... ? 57?EA 10.00 Impact Driver Set, Pivot Holder, 35... ? 58?SE 10.00 Drill bit set, 10-pc, 1/4 in shank ? 59?SE 10.00 Carbide Bur Set, Double Cut, 1/8 In... ? 60?SE 10.00 Retaining Ring Pliers Set 4 pc ? 61?SE 10.00 Adjustable Wrench Set, Chrome, 4 PC... ? 62?SE 10.00 Ball End Hex Key Set, 0.050-10mm, L... ? 63?EA 5.00 Gauging Trowel, 7 x 3-1/2 In, Ergo ... ? 64?EA 5.00 Gauging Trowel, Square, 3-1/4 x 7 i... ? 65?EA 5.00 Brick Trowel, Pointing, 2-3/4 x 6 i... ? B.2STATEMENT OF WORKStatement of WorkFMS Tools II - Carpentry Shop ToolsSoutheast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System New Orleans, LA7/9//2015Purpose 1.1The purpose is to provide Carpentry Shop Tools to The Facility Management Section at Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System (SLVHCS) Central Energy Plant building 2400 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119. Scope2.1The Contractor shall provide all listed equipment. All products must meet all salient characteristics defined in this section.2.2Salient Characteristics2.2.1 Maintenance / Engineering Cart w/ Tools FLEXCART FC100-ECSS-WT or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Width 14-1/4"Depth 37-1/2" Height 45"Number of Drawers 7 Color Black/Silver Drawer Capacity 75 lb. Drawer Slides Ball Bearing Storage Capacity 5737 cu. in. Load Rating 200 lb. Caster Size 8" x 5" Number of Shelves 2 Material Steel/Stainless Steel Gauge 16 to 22 Stainless Steel Laminated to MDF Caster Wheel Material Polyurethane Caster Type (2) Fixed, (2) Swivel with Brake Locking System Padlock/Locking Rod Handles Tubular Steel Finish Powder CoatBagged Tools Included:1/4" Nut Driver, 5/16" Nut Driver, 3/8" Nut Driver, 7/16" Nut Driver, Wire Stripper, Voltage Sensor, SAE Hex Wrenches, Utility Knife, Mini Screwdriver, Mag. Pick-Up, Pencil, Marker, Inspection Mirror, Pick Tool, Mini Flashlight, Tweezers, Punch, 6" Philips Bit, Tape Measure, Nut Driver Bits, Stubby Screwdriver, 3" Socket Extension, Razor Scraper, Lineman's Pliers, 8" Groove Joint Pliers, Needle Nose Pliers, Locking Pliers, Scissors, Torpedo Level, 1/2" Chisel, Socket Wrench, SAE Socket Set, Multi-Bit Screwdriver, Flathead Screwdriver, Round File, 6 In 1 Painter's Tool, Saw Handle, Saw Blades, 6" Adjustable Wrench, Mini Pry Bar, Wire Brush, Plastic Brush, Tools In Cart: 1-1/2" Putty Knife, Infrared Temperature Meter, Multi-Meter, Metric Hex Wrenches, Wire Cutters, Metric Sockets, 6" Socket Extension, Wrench Set, 10" Adjustable Wrench, 10" Locking Pliers, Screwdriver- 1/8" Flat-Head, Screwdriver- 5/16" Flat-Head, Screwdriver- #3 Philips,3" Putty Knife,Awl, Soft Mallet, 15 ft. Extension Cord, Hacksaw, Hacksaw Blades, Caulk Gun, All-Purpose Cutters, 12" Groove Joint Pliers, Hammer, Aluminum Pipe Wrench, Metal File2.2.2Utility String, 500 ft, Orange, Nylon CH HANSON 53500 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Utility String, 500 ft, Rope Material Nylon, General Purpose, Braided, Rope Dia. 1/20 In., Length 500 ft., Working Load Limit 132 lb., Tensile Strength 165 lb., Carrying Weight 7.2 lb., Package Type SpoolShock Absorbing2.2.3Hand Guarded Chisel Set, 5 PieceDASCO PRO G10 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Hand Guarded Chisel Set,Standard Tool(Accessory Needed for Tethering), Number of Pieces 5,Included:Cold-1 In., Flat Utility-1-1/4 In.,Electrician-2-3/4 In., Mason-2-1/4, 2-3/4 In., Brick-3 In.,1-Piece Design, High Carbon Steel, Hand Guard2.2.4Cement Trowel, 12 x 4, Steel, Ergo Soft PP/TPR WESTWARD 13A736 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Cement Trowel, Length (In.) 12, Width (In.) 4, High Carbon Steel, ErgoSoft PP/TPR Handle,Handle Length (In.) 5, For Concrete, Plaster Or EIFs Finishing2.2.5Brick Trowel, 5x2-3/4, Steel, Ergo Soft PP/TPR WESTWARD 13P523 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Brick Trowel,Philadelphia Pattern, Length (In.) 5-1/2, Width (In.) 2-3/4, High Carbon Steel, ErgoSoft PP/TPR Handle,Handle Length (In.) 4-1/2, For Laying Bricks2.2.6 Brick Trowel, Philadelphia, 11 x 5-1/2 in WESTWARD 13P516 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Brick Trowel, Philadelphia Pattern, Length (In.) 11, Width (In.) 5-1/2, High Carbon Steel, ErgoSoft Handle, Handle Length (In.) 6,Handle Dia. (In.) 1-3/8, For Applying Mortar to Brick2.2.7Brick Trowel, 7x3-5/8, Steel, Ergo Soft PP/TPR WESTWARD 13P525 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Brick TrowelPhiladelphia Pattern, Length (In.) 7, Width (In.) 3-5/8, High Carbon Steel,ErgoSoft PP/TPR Handle, Handle Length (In.) 5, For Laying Bricks2.2.8Gauging Trowel, 7 x 3-1/2 In, Ergo Soft WESTWARD 13P518 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Gauging Trowel, Length (In.) 7, Width (In.) 3-1/2, High Carbon Steel, ErgoSoft Handle, Handle Length (In.) 5, Handle Dia. (In.) 1-1/4, For Applying Mortar to Brick2.2.9Gauging Trowel, Square, 3-1/4 x 7 in, Steel KRAFT TOOL GG443PF Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Gauging Trowel,End Type Square,Length (In.) 7, Width (In.) 3-1/4, Steel, Handle ProForm(R), Handle Design Soft Grip, One Piece Forged, Tempered, Ground and Balanced, Application For Finishing Concrete or Mortar2.2.10Brick Trowel, Pointing, 2-3/4 x 6 in, Steel KRAFT TOOL RO50-6L Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Brick Trowel, Pattern Pointing, Length (In.) 6, Width (In.) 2-3/4, Forged Steel, Handle Leather, Handle Length (In.) 4-1/2, Handle Dia. (In.) 1-1/2, Application General Purpose2.2.11Pointing Trowel, Philadelphia,7 x 3 In MARSHALLTOWN 45 7D Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Pointing Trowel, Philadelphia Pattern,Length (In.) 7, Width (In.) 3, High Carbon Steel, DuraSoft(R) Handle, Handle Length (In.) 5, Handle Dia. (In.) 1-1/8, Application For Working In Small Areas, Repair Jobs, Cleaning Off Forms And Other Tools2.2.12Margin Trowel,5 x2, Steel, Ergo Soft PP/TPR WESTWARD 13P521 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Margin Trowel, Length (In.) 5, Width (In.) 2, High Carbon Steel, ErgoSoft PP/TPR Handle, Handle Length (In.) 4-1/2, For Laying Bricks2.2.13Margin Trowel, 8 x2, Steel, Ergo Soft PP/TPR WESTWARD 13P522 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Margin Trowel, Length (In.) 8, Width (In.) 2, High Carbon Steel, ErgoSoft PP/TPR Handle, Handle Length (In.) 5, For Laying Bricks2.2.14Convex Jointer, 3/8 x 1/2 x 10-1/2 in, Steel KRAFT TOOL RO5121-3/8X1/2 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Convex Jointer, Length (In.) 10-1/2, Width (In.) 3/8 and 1/2, Forged Steel, Handle Steel, Application For General Masonry and Brick Work2.2.15Convex Jointer, 5/8 x 3/4 x 10-1/2 in, Steel KRAFT TOOL RO5121-5/8X3/4 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Convex Jointer, Length (In.) 10-1/2, Width (In.) 5/8 and 3/4, Forged Steel, Handle Steel, Application For General Masonry and Brick Work2.2.16Convex Jointer, 1/2 x 5/8 x 10-1/2 in, Steel KRAFT TOOL RO5121-1/2X5/8 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Convex Jointer, Length (In.) 10-1/2, Width (In.) 1/2 and 5/8, Forged Steel, Handle Steel, Application For General Masonry and Brick Work2.2.17Convex Jointer, 3/4 x 7/8 x 10-1/2 in, Steel KRAFT TOOL RO5121-3/4X7/8 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Convex Jointer, Length (In.) 10-1/2, Width (In.) 3/4 and 7/8, Forged Steel, Handle Steel, Application For General Masonry and Brick Work2.2.18Tuck-pointing Trowel, 6-3/4 x 1/2, Soft Grip WESTWARD 13A564 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Tuck-pointing Trowel, Length (In.) 6-3/4, Width (In.) 1/2, High Carbon Steel, Soft-Grip Handle, Handle Length (In.) 4-1/2, Handle Dia. (In.) 1-1/8, For Applying Mortar in Small Areas2.2.19Tuck-pointing Trowel, 6-3/4 x 3/4, Steel WESTWARD 13A654 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Tuck-pointing Trowel, Length (In.) 6-3/4, Width (In.) 3/4, High Carbon Steel, Soft-Grip Handle, Handle Length (In.) 4-1/2, Handle Dia. (In.) 1-1/8, For Applying Mortar in Small Areas2.2.20Tuck Pointer, 6-1/2 x 1/4 In, DuraSoft MARSHALLTOWN 503D Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Tuck Pointer, Length (In.) 6-1/2, Width (In.) 1/4, High Carbon Steel, DuraSoft(R) Handle, Handle Length (In.) 5, Handle Dia. (In.) 1-1/8, Application For Repairing Mortar In Old Brick Walls2.2.21 Stepladder, Fiberglass, 4 ft. H, 250lb Cap WERNER 6004 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:StepladderFiberglassANSI Type ILadder Height 4 ft.Load Capacity 250 lb.Number of Steps 3Base Spread 28-7/8"Bottom Width 19"Step Depth 3"Tread AntislipIncludes Drill Holster for Added Convenience2.2.22Tile Nipper, Offset Jaws, Green SUPERIOR TILE CUTTER INC. ST020 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Tile NipperOffset JawsNumber of Pieces 1Capacity 3/16" OpeningSize 8" LForged SteelStraight Carbide Tipped Cutting Surface, 5/8" Biting SurfaceApplication Small Cuts On Tile and Porcelain2.2.23Tile Nipper, Centered Jaws, 8in SUPERIOR TILE CUTTER INC. ST022 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Tile NipperCentered JawsNumber of Pieces 1Capacity 3/16" OpeningSize 8"LForged SteelStraight Jaws, Convex Carbide Tipped Cutting Surface, 5/8" Biting SurfaceApplication Small Cuts On Tile and Porcelain2.2.24End Cutting Nippers, 9 In CHANNELLOCK 35-220 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:End Cutting Nippers, Overall Length 9 In., Tip Width 1-1/8 In., Jaw Length 3/4 In., Jaw Width 1-1/8 In., Cutting Edge Knife/Anvil, Cutting Capacity/Material 0.07/Hard Wire, 0.162/Soft Wire, Handle Type Dipped, Carbon Steel, Spring Return No, Standards ANSI2.2.25Pivot Square, Aluminum, 11 x 8 In, HolsterCH HANSON 03060 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Pivot Square,Aluminum, Body Size 11 x 8 In, Graduations 1/8 In, Features 3 Integral Spirit Levels, Precision Pivot Joint, Positive Lock Angle Adjustment,Number of Pieces 1, Includes Experts Guide to Roof Construction and Framing, Storage Holster2.2.27Poly Grout Bag, 4qt, 13 x23 in, Molded Tip KRAFT TOOL WL010 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Grout Bag, Number of Pieces 1, Capacity 4 qt. (275 cu. in.), Size 13 x 23 in., Color White/Blue, Poly Lined, Molded 3/8 in. Tip, Application Used For Holding And Dispensing Grout for Tile or Masonry Joints, For Use With Concrete and Tile Grout2.2.28Cross Joint Trowel, 4-3/4x 2-1/2 In, Steel WESTWARD 13A556 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Cross Joint Trowel, Length (In.) 4-3/4, Width (In.) 2-1/2, High Carbon Steel, Soft-Grip Handle, Handle Length (In.) 5, Handle Dia. (In.) 1-1/4, For Applying Mortar in Small Areas2.2.29Acid Brush, 8 x 3 In, Beige, Plastic/Poly WESTWARD 13P509 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Acid Brush, Number of Pieces 1Size 8 In., Length (In.) 8-3/8Width (In.) 3, Plastic Handle, Poly Bristles, For Brushing Excess Mortar and Debris from Masonry Work2.2.30Shoe Handle Scratch Brush, Steel Wire ABILITY ONE 7920-00-269-1259 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Scratch Brush,BristleStainless Steel Wire, Number of Rows 3x17, Handle Length 10-1/2 In., Handle Type Shoe, Handle Material Plastic, Trim Length 1 In.2.2.31Wall Capping Tool, Masonry, 6 In, SS MARSHALLTOWN WCT6 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Wall Capping Tool, Masonry, Number of Pieces 1, Size 6 In., Stainless Steel,DuraSoft(R) Handle, Application Produces A Clean Rounded Cap On Masonry Walls, For Use With Brick Trowels2.2.32Wall Capping Tool, Masonry, 8 In, Stainless Steel MARSHALLTOWN WCT8 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Wall Capping Tool, Masonry, Number of Pieces 1, Size 8 In., Stainless Steel, DuraSoft(R) Handle, Application Produces A Clean Rounded Cap On Masonry Walls, For Use With Brick Trowels2.2.33Walking Edger w/Handle, 1/2 In Radius WESTWARD 13A655 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Walking Edger w/HandleLength 6"Width 3"Blue SteelBlade Width 6"Blade Length 3"Radius 1/2"Lip 5/8"Handle Soft-GripHandle Length 4-3/8"Handle Dia. 1-1/4"Produces Radius At The Edge Of Concrete Slab To Help Prevent Chipping2.2.34Inside Step Tool, 1/4 in Radius, 6x6, Blue Steel WESTWARD 13A645 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Inside Step Tool,1/4 In. Radius,Length (In.) 6, Width (In.) 6, Blue Steel, Soft-Grip Handle, Handle Length (In.) 4-1/4, Handle Dia. (In.) 1-1/4,2.2.35Outside Step Tool, 3/4 in Radius, 6x6, Blue Steel WESTWARD 13A647 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Outside Step Tool, 3/4 In. Radius, Length (In.) 6, Width (In.) 6, Blue Steel, Soft-Grip Handle,Handle Length (In.) 4-1/4, Handle Dia. (In.) 1-1/4,2.2.36Outside Nose Tool, 3/4In Radius, 9x5, Blue Steel WESTWARD 13A639 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Outside Nose Tool, 3/4 In. Radius, Length (In.) 9, Width (In.) 5, Blue Steel, Accepts:54 In. Wood Handles w/Steel Clevis 1-1/16 In. Dia. 72 In. Wood Handles w/Steel Clevis 1-1/2 In. Dia.2.2.37Lineman’s Pliers, 8In L, Black STANLEY 84-029 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Lineman’s Pliers, Overall Length 8 In., Handle Type Ergonomic, Jaw Length 1-1/2 In.,Jaw Width 1-1/4 In., Tip Width 19/32 In., Steel2.2.38Safety Wire Twister Pliers, 9in, Steel SK PROFESSIONAL TOOLS 7729 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Safety Wire Twister Pliers, Return Type Automatic, Rotation CW, Pliers Length (In.) 9, Overall Length (In.) 10-3/8, Wire Size (In.) 0.020 to 0.062, Jaw Type:Diamond Serrated, Steel, Black Oxide Finish, For Stainless Steel Safety Wire in Aviation And Other Applications Where Vibration May Cause Fasteners To Back Out2.2.39Diagonal Cutting Pliers, Steel, 6 in. PROTO J206GXL-TT Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Diagonal CuttersOverall Length 6"Jaw Length 27/32"Jaw Width 49/64"Tether Capable Tether ReadyTip Width 7/16"Handle Type Rubber Over-Molded GripForged SteelSpring Return NoStandards ASME2.2.40Combination Square, SS, Red Zinc, 12 In. BORA 531120 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Combination Square, Number of Pieces 2, Graduations 1/16 In., 1/32 In., Head Material Milled Cast Zinc, Red Zinc Finish, Blade Material Stainless Steel, Clear Coat Blade Finish, Include: Rare Earth Magnetic Lock For Ruler And Scribe, Permanently Etched Ruler,Body Milled On 5 Sides For Superior Accuracy, Plumb Vial For Determining Level, Lifetime Warranty2.2.41Square,ABS, Yellow, 7 In, Graduations 8ths STANLEY STHT46010 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Quick Square, ABS Plastic, Size 7 In., Graduations 8ths, Wrapping Graduations, Use With Saws2.2.42Square, ABS, Yellow, 12 In, Graduations 8ths STANLEY STHT46011 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Quick Square,ABS Plastic, Size 12 In., Graduations 8ths, Wrapping Graduations, Use With Saws2.2.43Tote Bag, 16in CLC 1165 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Heavy duty tool bagOpens wide for easy access to bag's contentPadded reinforced web carrying handles and adjustable shoulder strapHeavy duty stitching and bar tacking at all stress points12 multi-use pockets inside and 10 outside16" x 8-1/2" x 10"2.2.44Trade Cart/Service Bench, 500 lb., Black RUBBERMAID FG451288BLA Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Trade Cart/Service Bench, Load Capacity 500 lb., Overall Length 41-5/8 In., Overall Width 18-1/4 In., Overall Height 38-3/8 In., Number of Doors 2, Caster Dia. 5 In., Caster Type:(2) Fixed,(2) Swivel with Brakes, Foam and Plastic, Include:(3) Outlet, Surge Suppressor with 10 ft. Extension Cord2.2.45Portable Tool Box, Polypropylene, 16 In. W WESTWARD 30RZ33 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Portable Tool Box, Polypropylene, Overall Width 16 In., Overall Depth 9 In., Overall Height 12-1/2 In., Number of Pieces 1, Storage Capacity 1,152 cu. in., Load Rating 20 lb., Number of Drawers 0, Drawer Slides None, Number of Trays 2, Locking System Padlock, Number of Handles 1, Handle Design Comfort Grip, Rugged High-Impact Polypropylene, Dent-Resistant, Will Not Mark Other Surfaces, Convenient Storage2.2.46Needle File Set, Swiss, 6 Pieces GENERAL TOOLS 707476 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Set of 6 files Include: Flat,Round and Three Square Warding and Mill, Square and Half Round Equaling.Alloy steelVersa-Grip handle with a locking screw chuck5-1/2" long 1/8 diameter shanksVinyl pouch for storageCarded2.2.47General Purpose File Set, Ergonomic, 9 PC WESTWARD 1NFK8 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:File Set, American Pattern,Soft Grip Handles, Rollup PouchNatural Finish, Length 8 In., 10 In., and 12 In., Number of Pieces 9, Include: 12 In. Mill Bastard, 10 In. Mill Bastard, Flat Bastard, Half-Round Bastard, Round Bastard, 8 In. Flat Bastard, Half-Round, 6 In. Slim Taper, 6 In. Extra Slim Taper, 2.2.48Hole Saw Set, Bi-Metal, 8pcs WESTWARD 12G707 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:General Purpose Hole Saw Kit, Tooth Material Bi-Metal, Arbor Design Included, Max. Cutting Depth 1-1/2 In., For use on:Stainless Steel, Steel, Cast Iron Pipe, Steel Plates, Aluminum, Copper, Brass, Wood and Plastic, Teeth per Inch 4/6, Variable Pitch and Positive Rake, Arbor Hole 1/4 In.Thread Size 1/2-20 and 5/8-18, Number of Pieces 8, Range of Saw Sizes 7/8 In. to 2-1/8 In., Include: 7/8 In., 1 In., 1-1/4 In., 1-1/2 In., 1-3/4 In., 2-1/8 In., 2.2.495-pc. Pliers SetWESTWARD 1UKP5 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Pliers Set, Number of Pieces 5, Include: 10 In. Tongue and Groove, 8 In. Slip Joint, 8 In. Linesman, 8 In. Long Nose, 7 In. Diagonal Cutter,Jaw Bend 0 deg., Handle Color Blue, SteelASME Standards 2.2.50Screwdriver Set, 8-Pc. Cushion-Grp Assortment KLEIN TOOLS 85078 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Combination Screwdriver Set, Tip Style Assorted, Handle Material Acetate w/Cushion Grip, Standard Tool(Accessory Needed for Tethering), Handle Design Cushion Grip, Shank Shape Round and Square, Shank Material Alloy Tool Steel, Chrome FinishNumber of Pieces 8, Include: Keystone 1/4 In. x 1-1/2 In., 1/4 In. x 4 In., 5/16 In. x 6 In., Cabinet 3/16 In. x 3 In., Phillips #1 x 3 In.,#2 x 1-1/2 In., #2 x 4 In., #3 x 6 In., 2.2.51Ball Peen Hammer, Hickory, 4 Oz CRAFTSMAN 9-38461 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Ball Peen Hammer, Head Weight 4 Oz, Overall Length 10 1/4 In, Hickory Handle, 1 In Head DiameterHead Material Forged Steel, Meets/Exceeds ANSI Standards2.2.52Hammer, Electricians VAUGHAN E18F Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Electricians Hammer, Handle Type Fiberglass, Head Type Straight Claw, Head Weight 18 Ounces, Face Smooth2.2.53Wood Chisel Set, 9 PC WESTWARD 4YR17 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Item Wood Chisel SetBlade Material Forged Cutlery Grade SteelHandle Type Crown Shaped With Steel CapHandle Material ThermoplasticNumber of Pieces 9Include:1/4”, 3/8”, 1/2", 5/8”, 3/4", 1”, 1-1/4”, 1-1/2”, 2", Case2.2.54Socket/Wrench Set, 1/4", 3/8" dr. 64-pc WESTWARD 1KEH4 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Socket and Wrench SetSAE and MetricDrive Size 1/4", 3/8"Std. Socket Point Styles Included 6Deep Socket Point Styles Included 6Number of Pieces 64Tether Capable Standard Tool(Accessory Needed for Tethering)Finish Full Polish Black ChromeInclude: Socket 1/4" Drive - 6 Pt. Std.: 3/16, 7/32, 1/4, 9/32, 5/16, 11/32, 3/8, 7/16" and 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13mmSocket 3/8" Drive – 6 Pt. Std.:3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, 5/8, 11/16, 3/4, 13/16" and 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19mm 6 Pt. Deep: 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, 5/8, 11/16, 3/4" and 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18mm 1/4" Drive: Pear Head Ratchet, 3" Extension 3/8" Drive: Pear Head Ratchet, 6" Extension, 6-Pt. 5/8" Spark Plug Socket Stubby Combination Wrenches: 5/16, 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16" and 10, 11, 12, 13, 14mm, Blow Molded Case2.2.55Hollow Shaft Nut Driver Set, Chrome, 7 Pc PROTO J1207SND Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Hollow Shaft Nut Driver Set, Number of Pieces 7, Include:Hex (In.) 3/16, 1/4, 5/16, 11/32, 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, Shank Length (In.) 2-7/8, Overall Length (In.) 7 to 8, Blade Material Steel, Bi-Material Handle, Hollow Shaft, Includes Red Vinyl Pouch2.2.56Utility Knife, Fixed Blade, 8 in. DEWALT DWHT10246 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below:Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Utility KnifeSoft Touch PanelBlade Clamp Means no Wobble2.2.57Tape Measure, 1-1/8 Inx 25ft, Yellow/Black STANLEY33-279 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:25' Patented 1-1/8" grade width Large easy to read blade graphics 10' blade standout patented airlock Rubber slide lock helps reduce case cracking Large multi-catch hook Tru-zero hook2.2.58Spade Bit Set, 1/4 to 1 D, 6 in L, 13 Pc IRWIN SPEEDBOR 88887 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:13-Piece Speedbor Wood Boring Bit Set, Include 1/4, 5/16, 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, 5/8, 11/16, 3/4, 13/16,7/8, 15/16, 1-inch, Use in all 1/4-inch and larger electric drills. Bits have patented micro-groove point and cutting edge with extended spurs to bore two times faster and three times longer. Includes rack2.2.59Cordless Combination Kit, 18.0V, NiCad DEWALT DCK955X Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Voltage28.0Number of Tools 4Include:Circular Saw, Hammer Drill, Light, Reciprocating SawSide Handle,#2 Phillips Bit,2 Pk. Sawzall Blades, 24 Tpi Carbide Circular Saw Blade and Rip Fence, (2) Batteries, 1 hr. ChargerBattery Type: Li-IonHammer Drill: 6DLZ2Circular Saw: 38D771Reciprocating Saw: 4ZA85Light: 5AB51Charger: 5XEZ8Battery Included(2) 5AB52Battery Capacity3.0AhBattery Pack Replacement5AB52Carrying Case: Contractor Bag2.2.60Impact Driver Set, Pivot Holder, 35 Pc DEWALT DW2180 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Impact Driver Set,Include:1 In Sq1 Ir Sd Bit, Bit Tip Slot No. 10, Bit Tip Slot No. 8, (5) Bit Tip Screwdriver Phillips No. 2, Id Nutsetter Short 1/4, Id Nutsetter Short 5/16, Id Nutsetter Short 3/8, 2 In Sq2 Ir Sd Bit, Bit Tip Scdr Philips No. 2, Bit Tip Slotted No. 6, Bit Tip Screwdriver Phillips No. 3, Bit Tip Phillips No. 1, Bit Sd 1 In T30, (2) Bit Sd 1 In T25, Bit Sd 1 In T20, Bit Sd 1 In T15, Holder Bit Tip Mag., Bit 3-1/2 Tip Screwdriver Phillips No. 2, Drill Hex Shk 1/8, Drill Hex Shk 1/4, Drill Hex Shk 5/16, Case2.2.61Drill Bit Set, 10 Pc, 1/4 in Shank 10.00 EA 31.93 319.30MILWAUKEE 48-89-2801 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Drill Bit Set, Number of Pieces 21Include Sizes (In.): 3/32, 7/64, 9/64, 5/32, 11/64, 13/64, 7/32, 15/64, 3/8,1/2, 5/16, 1/16, 1/4, 1/8, 13/16, 5/64, High Speed Steel, Black Oxide Finish, Designed for Extreme Durability and Long Life, Specially Designed Parabolic Flute Form 135 Degree Split Point Tip 3-Flat Secure-Grip(TM) Shank Holds the Bit Firmly in the Drill Chuck, 2.2.62Carbide Bur Set, Double Cut, 1/8 In, 8 Pcs WIDIA METAL REMOVAL M40593 Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Carbide Bur Set, Double Cut, Shank Size (In.) 1/4, Number of Pieces 8, Include: SA-1, SC-1, SD-1, SE-1, SF-1, SG-1, SL-1, SM-22.2.63 Retaining Ring Pliers Set 4 pc KNIPEX 9K 00 19 53 US Or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Number of Pieces: 4Tip Type: FixedTip Diameter: 0.035" and 0.070"Tip Angle: 0 DegreesFor Shaft Dia.1/8 to 3/8", 3/4 to 2-3/8"For Bore Dia.3/8 to 1/2", 3/4 to 2-3/8"Overall Length5-1/2", 7-1/4", 5-3/4", 7-1/4"Spring Return YesHandle Design Plastic CoatedHandle Color RedMaterial Chrome Vanadium Electric SteelStandards DIN 5254 B, DIN 5256 DIncludes Internal (Bore) and External (Shaft) Tips (4) 0.035 and 0.070", Nylon Pouch with Locking Clip2.2.64Adjustable Wrench Set, Chrome, 4 PC IRWIN VISE-GRIP 2078706 or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:ProTouch? grips Induction hardened cutting edge 6" Adjustable WrenchSize: 6 InchesExtra Wide Jaw Capacity: 1 Inch8" Adjustable WrenchSize: 8 InchesExtra Wide Jaw Capacity: 1-1/8 Inches10" Adjustable WrenchSize: 10 InchesExtra Wide Jaw Capacity: 1-1/4 Inches12" Adjustable WrenchSize: 12 InchesExtra Wide Jaw Capacity: 1-1/2 Inches2.2.66Ball End Hex Key Set, 0.050-10mm, L-Shaped EKLIND 13222 or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:COMBINATION INCH/METRIC BALLEND SET, BALL END, L-LONG ARM (13) INCH SET & (9) METRIC SET, Include:0.05 INCH, 1/16 INCH, 5/64 INCH,3/32 INCH, 7/64 INCH, 1/8 INCH, 9/64 INCH, 5/32 INCH, 3/16 INCH, 7/32 INCH, 1/4 INCH, 5/16 INCH, 3/8 INCH, 1.5 MM, 2 MM, 2.5 MM, 3 MM, 4 MM, 5 MM, 6 MM, 8 MM, 10 MM KEY2.2.67Handheld Flashlight, LED MAGLITE SP2P11HK or EQUIVALENT as listed below: Specifications/Salient Characteristics:Handheld Flashlight Lamp LED Battery Size AA Number of Batteries 2 Batteries Included YesBattery Burn Time 2hr. 30 min. Length 6-5/8 In. Diameter 23/32 In. 226 Candle Power 226 Lumens Adjustable Focus Lamp Life 50K hr. Body Color Blue Body Aluminum Switch Type Twist Head Lens Material Glass Safety Rating NR Battery Type Alkaline Beam Distance 141m Light Output 229 lm Impact Resistance 1m Water Penetration3.delivery 3.1Contractor shall deliver all equipment to the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System (SLVHCS) Central Energy Plant building 2400 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119 on December 1, 2015.3.2Deliver materials to job in manufacturer's original sealed containers with brand name marked thereon. 3.3Package to prevent damage or deterioration during shipment, handling, and storage. 3.4Maintain protective covering in place and in good repair until delivery is necessary.3.5Any government requested delayed delivery up to 90 days after initial negotiated delivery date, shall be at no additional cost to the Government. 3.6A pre-delivery meeting will be conducted 60 days prior to initial negotiated delivery date for verification of delivery and installation dates.4.WARRANTY:4.1The contractor shall provide all manufacturers’ warranty with products upon delivery. 5.INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE: 5.1The Contractor shall conduct a joint inspection with the COR upon delivery of tools. 5.2Contractor shall provide dates of completion of punch list items and replacement parts and/or short ship items from the manufacturer(s).C.CLAUSESC.1Clauses Incorporated by Reference:52.212-4 -- Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items (May 2015)C.2Clauses Incorporated by Full Text:ADDENDUM TO FAR 52.212-4CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS – COMMERCIAL ITEMSThe following shall apply to this contract in addition to those terms and conditions in FAR 52.212-4. The specific paragraphs of FAR 52.212-4 are addended as shown below:(w) Paragraph added to incorporate the following: The following clauses are added:Clauses Incorporated by Reference:52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance.52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations.52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors52.233-1Disputes (May 2014)52.243-1Changes—Fixed-Price (Aug 1987)52.249-1Termination for Convenience of the Government (Fixed-Price) (Short Form) Apr 1984852.203-70 Commercial Advertising (Jan 2008)852.211-73 Brand Name or Equal (Jan 2008)852.232-72 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests (Nov 2012)852.246-71 Inspection (Jan 2008)852.252-70 Solicitation Provisions or Clauses Incorporated By Reference (Jan 2008)End of Clause AddendumClauses Incorporated by Full Text:52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by ReferenceCLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)This contract incorporates one or more 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/these address(es):FAR: : (End of Clause)852.203-70 Commercial MERCIAL ADVERTISING (JAN 2008)The bidder or offeror agrees that if a contract is awarded to him/her, as a result of this solicitation, he/she will not advertise the award of the contract in his/her commercial advertising in such a manner as to state or imply that the Department of Veterans Affairs endorses a product, project or commercial line of endeavor.(End of Clause)852.215-71 Evaluation Factor CommitmentsEVALUATION FACTOR COMMITMENTS (DEC 2009)The offeror agrees, if awarded a contract, to use the service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses or veteran-owned small businesses proposed as subcontractors in accordance with 852.215–70, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Veteran-Owned Small Business Evaluation Factors, or to substitute one or more service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses or veteran-owned small businesses for subcontract work of the same or similar value.(End of Clause)852.232-72 Electronic submission of payment requests.ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION OF PAYMENT REQUESTS (NOV 2012)(a) Definitions. As used in this clause-(1) Contract financing payment has the meaning given in FAR 32.001.(2) Designated agency office has the meaning given in 5 CFR 1315.2(m).(3) Electronic form means an automated system transmitting information electronically according to the accepted electronic data transmission methods and formats identified in paragraph (c) of this clause. Facsimile, e-mail, and scanned documents are not acceptable electronic forms for submission of payment requests.(4) Invoice payment has the meaning given in FAR 32.001.(5) Payment request means any request for contract financing payment or invoice payment submitted by the contractor under this contract.(b) Electronic payment requests. Except as provided in paragraph (e) of this clause, the contractor shall submit payment requests in electronic form. Purchases paid with a Government-wide commercial purchase card are considered to be an electronic transaction for purposes of this rule, and therefore no additional electronic invoice submission is required.(c) Data transmission. A contractor must ensure that the data transmission method and format are through one of the following:(1) VA’s Electronic Invoice Presentment and Payment System. (See Web site at .)(2) Any system that conforms to the X12 electronic data interchange (EDI) formats established by the Accredited Standards Center (ASC) and chartered by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). The X12 EDI Web site () includes additional information on EDI 810 and 811 formats.(d) Invoice requirements. Invoices shall comply with FAR 32.905.(e) Exceptions. If, based on one of the circumstances below, the contracting officer directs that payment requests be made by mail, the contractor shall submit payment requests by mail through the United States Postal Service to the designated agency office. Submission of payment requests by mail may be required for:(1) Awards made to foreign vendors for work performed outside the United States;(2) Classified contracts or purchases when electronic submission and processing of payment requests could compromise the safeguarding of classified or privacy information;(3) Contracts awarded by contracting officers in the conduct of emergency operations, such as responses to national emergencies;(4) Solicitations or contracts in which the designated agency office is a VA entity other than the VA Financial Services Center in Austin, Texas; or(5) Solicitations or contracts in which the VA designated agency office does not have electronic invoicing capability as described above.(End of clause)52.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS—COMMERCIAL ITEMS (MAY 2015) (a) The Contractor shall comply with the following Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, which are incorporated in this contract by reference, to implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial items: (1) 52.209-10, Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations (Dec 2014) (2) 52.233-3, Protest After Award (Aug 1996) (31 U.S.C. 3553). (3) 52.233-4, Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (Oct 2004) (Public Laws 108-77 and 108-78 (19 U.S.C. 3805 note)). (b) The Contractor shall comply with the FAR clauses in this paragraph (b) that the Contracting Officer has indicated as being incorporated in this contract by reference to implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial items: [] (1) 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (Sept 2006), with Alternate I (Oct 1995) (41 U.S.C. 4704 and 10 U.S.C. 2402). [] (2) 52.203-13, Contractor Code of Business Ethics and Conduct (APR 2010)(41 U.S.C. 3509). [] (3) 52.203-15, Whistleblower Protections under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (JUN 2010) (Section 1553 of Pub. L. 111-5). (Applies to contracts funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.) [] (4) 52.204-10, Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards (Jul 2013) (Pub. L. 109-282) (31 U.S.C. 6101 note). [] (5) [Reserved] [] (6) 52.204-14, Service Contract Reporting Requirements (JAN 2014) (Pub. L. 111-117, section 743 of Div. C). [] (7) 52.204-15, Service Contract Reporting Requirements for Indefinite-Delivery Contracts (JAN 2014) (Pub. L. 111-117, section 743 of Div. C). [] (8) 52.209-6, Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment. (Aug 2013) (31 U.S.C. 6101 note). [] (9) 52.209-9, Updates of Publicly Available Information Regarding Responsibility Matters (Jul 2013) (41 U.S.C. 2313). [] (10) [Reserved] [] (11)(i) 52.219-3, Notice of HUBZone Set-Aside or Sole-Source Award (NOV 2011) (15 U.S.C. 657a). [] (ii) Alternate I (NOV 2011) of 52.219-3. [X] (12)(i) 52.219-4, Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns (OCT 2014) (if the offeror elects to waive the preference, it shall so indicate in its offer) (15 U.S.C. 657a). [] (ii) Alternate I (JAN 2011) of 52.219-4. [] (13) [Reserved] [] (14)(i) 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (NOV 2011) (15 U.S.C. 644). [] (ii) Alternate I (NOV 2011). [] (iii) Alternate II (NOV 2011). [] (15)(i) 52.219-7, Notice of Partial Small Business Set-Aside (June 2003) (15 U.S.C. 644). [] (ii) Alternate I (Oct 1995) of 52.219-7. [] (iii) Alternate II (Mar 2004) of 52.219-7. [] (16) 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns (OCT 2014) (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(2) and (3). [] (17)(i) 52.219-9, Small Business Subcontracting Plan (OCT 2014) (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(4)). [] (ii) Alternate I (Oct 2001) of 52.219-9. [] (iii) Alternate II (Oct 2001) of 52.219-9. [] (iv) Alternate III (OCT 2014) of 52.219-9. [] (18) 52.219-13, Notice of Set-Aside of Orders (NOV 2011) (15 U.S.C. 644(r)). [] (19) 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting (NOV 2011) (15 U.S.C. 637(a)(14)). [] (20) 52.219-16, Liquidated Damages—Subcontracting Plan (Jan 1999) (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(4)(F)(i)). [] (21) 52.219-27, Notice of Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set-Aside (NOV 2011) (15 U.S.C. 657f). [X] (22) 52.219-28, Post Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation (Jul 2013) (15 U.S.C 632(a)(2)). [] (23) 52.219-29, Notice of Set-Aside for Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) Concerns (Jul 2013) (15 U.S.C. 637(m)). [] (24) 52.219-30, Notice of Set-Aside for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Concerns Eligible Under the WOSB Program (Jul 2013) (15 U.S.C. 637(m)). [X] (25) 52.222-3, Convict Labor (June 2003) (E.O. 11755). [X] (26) 52.222-19, Child Labor—Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (JAN 2014) (E.O. 13126). [X] (27) 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (APR 2015). [X] (28) 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (APR 2015) (E.O. 11246). [X] (29) 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Veterans (JUL 2014) (38 U.S.C. 4212). [X] (30) 52.222-36, Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (JUL 2014) (29 U.S.C. 793). [X] (31) 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Veterans (JUL 2014) (38 U.S.C. 4212). [] (32) 52.222-40, Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act (DEC 2010) (E.O. 13496). [X] (33)(i) 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons (MAR 2015) (22 U.S.C. chapter 78 and E.O. 13627). [] (ii) Alternate I (MAR 2015) of 52.222-50 (22 U.S.C. chapter 78 and E.O. 13627). [] (34) 52.222-54, Employment Eligibility Verification (AUG 2013). (Executive Order 12989). (Not applicable to the acquisition of commercially available off-the-shelf items or certain other types of commercial items as prescribed in 22.1803.) [] (35)(i) 52.223-9, Estimate of Percentage of Recovered Material Content for EPA-Designated Items (May 2008) (42 U.S.C.6962(c)(3)(A)(ii)). (Not applicable to the acquisition of commercially available off-the-shelf items.) [] (ii) Alternate I (MAY 2008) of 52.223-9 (42 U.S.C. 6962(i)(2)(C)). (Not applicable to the acquisition of commercially available off-the-shelf items.) [] (36)(i) 52.223-13, Acquisition of EPEAT?-Registered Imaging Equipment (JUN 2014) (E.O.s 13423 and 13514). [] (ii) Alternate I (JUN 2014) of 52.223-13. [] (37)(i) 52.223-14, Acquisition of EPEAT?-Registered Televisions (JUN 2014) (E.O.s 13423 and 13514). [] (ii) Alternate I (JUN 2014) of 52.223-14. [] (38) 52.223-15, Energy Efficiency in Energy-Consuming Products (DEC 2007)(42 U.S.C. 8259b). [] (39)(i) 52.223-16, Acquisition of EPEAT?-Registered Personal Computer Products (JUN 2014) (E.O.s 13423 and 13514). [] (ii) Alternate I (JUN 2014) of 52.223-16. [X] (40) 52.223-18, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving (AUG 2011) [X] (41) 52.225-1, Buy American—Supplies (MAY 2014) (41 U.S.C. chapter 83). [] (42)(i) 52.225-3, Buy American—Free Trade Agreements—Israeli Trade Act (MAY 2014) (41 U.S.C. chapter 83, 19 U.S.C. 3301 note, 19 U.S.C. 2112 note, 19 U.S.C. 3805 note, 19 U.S.C. 4001 note, Pub. L. 103-182, 108-77, 108-78, 108-286, 108-302, 109-53, 109-169, 109-283, 110-138, 112-41, 112-42, and 112-43. [] (ii) Alternate I (MAY 2014) of 52.225-3. [] (iii) Alternate II (MAY 2014) of 52.225-3. [] (iv) Alternate III (MAY 2014) of 52.225-3. [] (43) 52.225-5, Trade Agreements (NOV 2013) (19 U.S.C. 2501, et seq., 19 U.S.C. 3301 note). [X] (44) 52.225-13, Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (JUN 2008) (E.O.'s, proclamations, and statutes administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control of the Department of the Treasury). [] (45) 52.225-26, Contractors Performing Private Security Functions Outside the United States (Jul 2013) (Section 862, as amended, of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008; 10 U.S.C. 2302 Note). [] (46) 52.226-4, Notice of Disaster or Emergency Area Set-Aside (Nov 2007) (42 U.S.C. 5150). [] (47) 52.226-5, Restrictions on Subcontracting Outside Disaster or Emergency Area (Nov 2007) (42 U.S.C. 5150). [] (48) 52.232-29, Terms for Financing of Purchases of Commercial Items (Feb 2002) (41 U.S.C. 4505, 10 U.S.C. 2307(f)). [] (49) 52.232-30, Installment Payments for Commercial Items (Oct 1995) (41 U.S.C. 4505, 10 U.S.C. 2307(f)). [] (50) 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—System for Award Management (Jul 2013) (31 U.S.C. 3332). [X] (51) 52.232-34, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—Other than System for Award Management (Jul 2013) (31 U.S.C. 3332). [] (52) 52.232-36, Payment by Third Party (MAY 2014) (31 U.S.C. 3332). [] (53) 52.239-1, Privacy or Security Safeguards (Aug 1996) (5 U.S.C. 552a). [] (54)(i) 52.247-64, Preference for Privately Owned U.S.-Flag Commercial Vessels (Feb 2006) (46 U.S.C. Appx. 1241(b) and 10 U.S.C. 2631). [] (ii) Alternate I (Apr 2003) of 52.247-64. (c) The Contractor shall comply with the FAR clauses in this paragraph (c), applicable to commercial services, that the Contracting Officer has indicated as being incorporated in this contract by reference to implement provisions of law or Executive orders applicable to acquisitions of commercial items: [] (1) 52.222-17, Nondisplacement of Qualified Workers (MAY 2014) (E.O. 13495). [] (2) 52.222-41, Service Contract Labor Standards (MAY 2014) (41 U.S.C. chapter 67). [] (3) 52.222-42, Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires (MAY 2014) (29 U.S.C. 206 and 41 U.S.C. chapter 67). [] (4) 52.222-43, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards—Price Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts) (MAY 2014) (29 U.S.C. 206 and 41 U.S.C. chapter 67). [] (5) 52.222-44, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards—Price Adjustment (MAY 2014) (29 U.S.C 206 and 41 U.S.C. chapter 67). [] (6) 52.222-51, Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Labor Standards to Contracts for Maintenance, Calibration, or Repair of Certain Equipment—Requirements (MAY 2014) (41 U.S.C. chapter 67). [] (7) 52.222-53, Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Labor Standards to Contracts for Certain Services—Requirements (MAY 2014) (41 U.S.C. chapter 67). [] (8) 52.222-55, Minimum Wages Under Executive Order 13658 (DEC 2014) (Executive Order 13658). [] (9) 52.226-6, Promoting Excess Food Donation to Nonprofit Organizations (MAY 2014) (42 U.S.C. 1792). [] (10) 52.237-11, Accepting and Dispensing of $1 Coin (SEP 2008) (31 U.S.C. 5112(p)(1)). (d) Comptroller General Examination of Record. The Contractor shall comply with the provisions of this paragraph (d) if this contract was awarded using other than sealed bid, is in excess of the simplified acquisition threshold, and does not contain the clause at 52.215-2, Audit and Records—Negotiation. (1) The Comptroller General of the United States, or an authorized representative of the Comptroller General, shall have access to and right to examine any of the Contractor's directly pertinent records involving transactions related to this contract. (2) The Contractor shall make available at its offices at all reasonable times the records, materials, and other evidence for examination, audit, or reproduction, until 3 years after final payment under this contract or for any shorter period specified in FAR Subpart 4.7, Contractor Records Retention, of the other clauses of this contract. If this contract is completely or partially terminated, the records relating to the work terminated shall be made available for 3 years after any resulting final termination settlement. Records relating to appeals under the disputes clause or to litigation or the settlement of claims arising under or relating to this contract shall be made available until such appeals, litigation, or claims are finally resolved. (3) As used in this clause, records include books, documents, accounting procedures and practices, and other data, regardless of type and regardless of form. This does not require the Contractor to create or maintain any record that the Contractor does not maintain in the ordinary course of business or pursuant to a provision of law. (e)(1) Notwithstanding the requirements of the clauses in paragraphs (a), (b), (c), and (d) of this clause, the Contractor is not required to flow down any FAR clause, other than those in this paragraph (e)(1) in a subcontract for commercial items. Unless otherwise indicated below, the extent of the flow down shall be as required by the clause— (i) 52.203-13, Contractor Code of Business Ethics and Conduct (APR 2010) (41 U.S.C. 3509). (ii) 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns (OCT 2014) (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(2) and (3)), in all subcontracts that offer further subcontracting opportunities. If the subcontract (except subcontracts to small business concerns) exceeds $650,000 ($1.5 million for construction of any public facility), the subcontractor must include 52.219-8 in lower tier subcontracts that offer subcontracting opportunities. (iii) 52.222-17, Nondisplacement of Qualified Workers (MAY 2014) (E.O. 13495). Flow down required in accordance with paragraph (l) of FAR clause 52.222-17. (iv) 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (APR 2015). (v) 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (APR 2015) (E.O. 11246). (vi) 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Veterans (JUL 2014) (38 U.S.C. 4212). (vii) 52.222-36, Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (JUL 2014) (29 U.S.C. 793). (viii) 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Veterans (JUL 2014) (38 U.S.C. 4212). (ix) 52.222-40, Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act (DEC 2010) (E.O. 13496). Flow down required in accordance with paragraph (f) of FAR clause 52.222-40. (x) 52.222-41, Service Contract Labor Standards (MAY 2014) (41 U.S.C. chapter 67). (xi)(A) 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons (MAR 2015) (22 U.S.C. chapter 78 and E.O. 13627). (B) Alternate I (MAR 2015) of 52.222-50 (22 U.S.C. chapter 78 and E.O. 13627). (xii) 52.222-51, Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Labor Standards to Contracts for Maintenance, Calibration, or Repair of Certain Equipment—Requirements (MAY 2014) (41 U.S.C. chapter 67). (xiii) 52.222-53, Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Labor Standards to Contracts for Certain Services—Requirements (MAY 2014) (41 U.S.C. chapter 67). (xiv) 52.222-54, Employment Eligibility Verification (AUG 2013). (xv) 52.222-55, Minimum Wages Under Executive Order 13658 (DEC 2014) (E.O. 13658). (xvi) 52.225-26, Contractors Performing Private Security Functions Outside the United States (Jul 2013) (Section 862, as amended, of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008; 10 U.S.C. 2302 Note). (xvii) 52.226-6, Promoting Excess Food Donation to Nonprofit Organizations (MAY 2014) (42 U.S.C. 1792). Flow down required in accordance with paragraph (e) of FAR clause 52.226-6. (xviii) 52.247-64, Preference for Privately Owned U.S.-Flag Commercial Vessels (Feb 2006) (46 U.S.C. Appx. 1241(b) and 10 U.S.C. 2631). Flow down required in accordance with paragraph (d) of FAR clause 52.247-64. (2) While not required, the contractor may include in its subcontracts for commercial items a minimal number of additional clauses necessary to satisfy its contractual obligations.(End of Clause)D.INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORSD.1Provisions Incorporated by Reference:52.204-7System for Award Management (Jul 2013)52.209-5Representation by Corporations Regarding an Unpaid Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction under AnyFederal Law (deviation) (Mar 2012)52.211-6Brand Name or Equal (Aug 1999)52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial Items52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items52.214-34Submission of Offers in the English Language (Apr 1991)52.214-35Submission of Offers in U.S. Currency (Apr 1991)52.215-1Instructions to Offerors—Competitive Acquisition (Jan 2004)52.219-1Small Business Programs Representations (Oct 2014)52.225-18Place of Manufacture (Mar 2015)52.225-25Prohibition on Contracting with Entities Engaging in Certain Activities or Transactions Relating to Iran—Representation and Certifications (Dec 2012)D.2Provisions Incorporated by Full Text:52.252 -- Solicitation Provisions and Contract ClausesSolicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998)This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions 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. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):_____________________________________________________________________(End of Provision)ADDENDUM TO FAR 52.212-1INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS – COMMERCIAL ITEMS (APR 2014)The following shall apply to this contract in addition to those terms and conditions in FAR 52.212-1.The specific paragraphs of FAR 52.212-1 are addended as shown below:Para (c)Acceptance period is 60 days Para (e) Multiple Offers: Offeror may only submit on offer.Para (h) Multiple Awards: Award will be based on an all or none basis to one Offeror.F.EVALUATION CRITERIAF.1FAR 52.212-252.212-2 -- Evaluation -- Commercial Items (Oct 2014) (a) The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. Evaluation Criteria1). Technical Acceptability: Contractor must meet all salient characteristics. (Or Equivalent/Brand Name or Equal/Alternate/Substitute products must meet all salient characteristics to be technically acceptable).2). Price: Once offers have been determined to be technically acceptable offers shall then be evaluated based on price however technical acceptability is more important than price. (b)) A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer’s specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award.(End of Provision) ................
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