**REQUEST FOR QUOTATION**

**2008 ENERGY STAR Plaques Procurement**

**[RFQ#: RFQ-DC-07-00325]{.underline}**

Division: OAR/OAP/CPPD

Branch: Commercial & Industrial

Contract Type: Fixed Price / IDIQ Purchase Order

Competition: Small Business Set-aside

CO: Sharron Doherty -- 202-564-3075

The U.S. EPA's Office of Air & Radiation (OAR), Commercial and
Industrial Branch (C/I) of the Climate Protection Partnerships Division
(CPPD) intends to procure plaques to award to buildings or plants for
qualifying for the ENERGY STAR. The ENERGY STAR plaques that are
currently being produced are bronze, and a picture of the plaque may be
viewed by visiting the following weblink:
<http://www.energystar.gov/buildinglist>

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this
procurement is 339950. This Requirement is set aside for Small Business
competition. The offeror's registration in Central Contractor
Registration (CCR) must reflect that you can compete as a small business
under this NAICS code, and the offeror's DUNS number must be provided.
In accordance with FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures),
award of an Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Purchase
Order will be issued to the offeror(s) who provide(s) the best value to
the government. The government reserves the right to award up to two
Purchase Orders for this procurement.

I.  BACKGROUND

Buildings and plants that rate in the top 25 percent of energy-efficient
buildings/plants in the nation may qualify for the ENERGY STAR.
Buildings that earn the ENERGY STAR are the top performers for energy
efficiency nationwide, and use about 35 percent less energy than average
buildings.

II. PURPOSE

Every building and plant that qualifies for the ENERGY STAR receives a
plaque as a public recognition of their efforts to achieve energy
efficiency. The purpose of this contract is to provide for the
production and delivery of those plaques to the distribution center for
future dissemination to buildings and plants. The period of performance
for the contract will be from the date of award (approximately January
1, 2008) through December 31, 2009.

III. SPECS

The offeror shall manufacture ENERGY STAR plaques according to the
following specifications. These specifications are designed to be used
in conjunction with the graphical explanation in the PDF file labeled
ES_PLAQUE_DIAGRAM.pdf. The offeror shall also produce a prototype of an
ENERGY STAR plaque, at no cost to the government, as part of their
quotation (using the below specs and graphical diagram).

[The prototype plaque shall ship to]{.underline}:

[If Mailing via U. S. Postal Service]{.underline}: [If Shipping via
Courier service]{.underline}:

Susan Bailey (COR) Susan Bailey (COR)

USEPA Headquarters USEPA

Ariel Rios Building 1310 L Street, N.W., Room 902D

1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. Mailcode 6202J

Mailcode 6202J Washington, DC 20005

Washington, DC 20460

The prototypes may not be returned. Prototypes shall be clearly marked
as a response to this RFQ and the offeror's contact information.

**[Dimensions:]{.underline}**

-   12"w x 10" h Overall

-   Background Depth: ¼"

-   Raised text, graphic elements depth, and perimeter bar around
    text/elements: 1/8\". Perimeter bar would be 1/4\" wide.

**[Plaque Material:]{.underline}**

#255 SX Ingot (containing no ozone-depleting elements or compound, and
non-radioactive)

**Composition**:

-   Copper 88.22%

-   Tin 4.59%

-   Lead 2.22%

-   Zinc to balance

-   Iron .22%

-   Antimony .02%

-   Nickel .76%

-   Silicon .003%

-   Manganese -

-   Phosphorus .013%

-   Sulphur .007%

**[Finish]{.underline}**:

-   Belt-sanded to a satin finish -- no polishing compound used.

-   Sealant: EL185 acrylic lacquer, automotive performance.

-   Formulated to last for at least 5 years -- plaques may be cleaned
    with a brass cleaner or lightly sanded with fine sandpaper and
    re-sprayed with clear acrylic lacquer on an as-needed basis.

**[Background]{.underline}**:

-   Fine pebble stipple painted with ELDB200, Duranotic Bronze Martin
    Senour Mix.

-   Background inside raised perimeter bar: color choices of Cyan Blue
    or Grey

**[Installation]{.underline}**:

-   Phillips Ovalhead Brass Screw (1/4" x 1/4") (vendor will provide
    screws).

-   Anchors appropriate to installation substrate material (i.e., brick,
    concrete, steel, etc.)

**[Copy Design Layout:]{.underline}**

Use the following layout directions in conjunction with the graphical
explanation in the PDF file labeled ES_PLAQUE_DIAGRAM.pdf. A picture of
an ENERGY STAR plaque also can be viewed on the following web page:
<http://www.energystar.gov/buildinglist>

Layout:

-   1/8" Wide Raised Edge Perimeter Border/cyan blue or grey on inside
    of border

-   Pre-drilled holes for screws in 4 corners, 1/4\" from side and top
    or bottom of plaque

> ENERGY STAR Logo:

-   Distance from outside edge of perimeter border to top of \"arc\"
    over logo is 1\"

-   Top to bottom tip of star in logo is 3 3/8\"

-   ENERGY STAR Logo line measures 8 1/4\" across from the beginning of
    the word \"energy\" to side tip of the star

-   Use lower case script letters for "energy" with the star in the logo

> Other:

-   Printed \"ENERGY STAR\" is 1.10\" high

-   The numerals of the year are 3/4\" high

-   The year is centered on the plaque, 3 7/8" from both edges of the
    plaque, and 3/4\" from the bottom of the plaque

> Miscellaneous:

-   Should be able to be displayed indoors and outdoors.

> **[Estimated Quantity]{.underline}** for the total procurement (if
> Single Award): Purchase Order will be an Indefinite
> Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with a ceiling amount.

-   900 (min) - 6,000 (max) ENERGY STAR

    -   First delivery March 2008: 300 plaques (exact delivery of first
        order to be determined upon award of contract).

    -   Approximately 250-300 plaques per month thereafter -- to be
        issued by means of Technical Directives (TDs); see #3 below

    -   Occasional ad hoc orders to meet demand

> \*\*\*\*SPECIAL NOTE: IF MULTIPLE AWARDS ARE MADE, THE ABOVE
> QUANTITIES WILL BE DIVIDED EVENLY.
>
> **[Delivery:]{.underline}**
>
> 1\. All plaques ordered under this contract shall be delivered
> [inside]{.underline} to:
>
> Pyramid Systems, Inc (PSI)
>
> 9302 Lee Highway
>
> Fairfax, VA 22031-3052

2\. Method -- best means for guaranteed delivery of undamaged product

> 3\. 2008 cyan/grey plaques shall be delivered to PSI by the 15^th^ of
> the month. Actual shipping quantities to be issued by means of a
> Technical Directive (TD) letter 3-4 weeks prior to the delivery date.
> These TDs will specify the colors and exact quantities to be produced
> and shipped. Offeror must also be able to provide a small number of
> plaques (no more than 25) in-between monthly plaque deliveries on an
> emergency basis if necessary. Invoices shall be submitted for each
> delivery to cover production of plaques and shipping costs.

***Note***: Offeror [must]{.underline} have capacity to strictly adhere
to this delivery schedule. Failure to deliver specified quantities on
the required date will result in a 1% discount on the total invoice
amount for each (calendar) week past the due date.

IV. EVALUATION CRITERIA

Following are the Evaluation Factors listed in descending order of
importance. These factors shall be addressed in the offeror's Technical
Capabilities Statement.

**Technical Capability:**

The offeror must be able to produce a quality ENERGY STAR plaque
according to the specifications and graphical explanation included in
the government's RFQ. A sample ENERGY STAR plaque must be produced, at
no cost to the government, as part of the offeror's quotation. Offeror
must clearly explain how they possess the resources in equipment and
staff, to meet the delivery schedule required. Submit only information
necessary to demonstrate capabilities in producing BRONZE plaques within
the estimated timeframes specified. Please specify what portion (if not
all) of the plaque production will be accomplished in-house. The ability
to provide plaques on a limited emergency basis will also be considered.
The government also reserves the right to make a site visit prior to
award to verify the offeror's capacity/ability to produce the volume of
plaques as specified.

**Past Performance:**

Past performance focuses on how well the offeror has performed like
requirements in the past. Number range CHAPTERThe offeror shall include
a representative list of contracts or orders completed during the past
two (2) years or currently in progress, as well as performance scenarios
similar in scope, magnitude and complexity to the requirements set
forth. For each contract or order identified, the offeror shall include
a brief synopsis which includes the date the work was performed, the
client for whom the work was performed (include client name, e-mail and
telephone number) and a description of the work performed.

**Relevant Experience:**

Relevant experience focuses on the expertise relevant to producing
bronze plaques for display and delivering them for distribution. The
offeror shall demonstrate recent and relevant experience that clearly
reflects their ability to: (1) produce bronze plaques, like the ENERGY
STAR plaque, in bulk quantity, and (2) deliver them in a timely and
efficient manner according to the government's schedule.

**Cost:**

The offeror shall submit a fixed price quote. Consideration will be
given to the offeror who provides the best value to the government and
maintains the quality of the ENERGY STAR plaque, and ensures timely and
efficient delivery for distribution. Due to the dollar amount of this
procurement, and the indefinite quantity, the government requests price
breaks for reaching volume thresholds.

V.  SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Number range CHAPTERPlease submit a Technical Capabilities Statement
(approximately 5-7 pages, 2-sided) which clearly demonstrates your
understanding and ability to perform this requirement as specified. The
Technical Capabilities Statement shall address the Evaluation Criteria
detailed in Section IV.

Additionally, please submit a Quotation containing a fixed price per
unit for this requirement. Also include the cost for each inside
delivery to Fairfax, VA. A spreadsheet entitled
ES_PLAQUES_template_for_quote.xls is provided to be used for submitting
pricing.

An electronic copy of the Technical Capabilities Statement and Quotation
shall be submitted by **4:00 p.m. EST** on **November 16, 2007** to the
Contracting Officer (CO), Sharron Doherty at
[doherty.sharron]{.underline}[\@epa.gov](mailto:doherty.sharron@epa.gov)
and to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), Susan Bailey at
<bailey.marysusan@epa.gov>. Offeror's prototype plaque shall be
delivered to the COR at the specified address (in section III. above) no
later than 4:00 p.m. on November 16, 2007, and must be clearly
identified with the Offeror's contact information and this RFQ #. Any
responses to this solicitation who do not submit a clearly marked
prototype will not be considered.

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All questions shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer in writing
at [doherty.sharron@epa.gov](mailto:Doherty.sharron@epa.gov) no later
than **4:00 p.m. EST** Tuesday, October 23, 2007.