Hoists Government Bids & RFPs

The bid notice states that proposals received within 45 days (30 days if award is issued under an existing basic ordering agreement BOA) after the date of publication of this synopsis will be considered by the government. all proposals received within 45 days 30 days if award is issued under an existing basic ordering agreement boa after date of publication of this synopsis will be considered by the government.

The bid notice states that all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals, quotations or capability statements. all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals, quotations or capability statements.

The bid notice implies a warranty through the emphasis on OEM parts and the requirement for authorized distributors, suggesting that the items delivered will be fit for purpose and merchantable, as stated in FAR ****(h): The contractor warrants and implies that the items delivered hereunder are merchantable and fit for use for the particular purpose described in this contract.

The bid notice states that only the OEM, Appleton Marine Inc. , CAGE code ****, or their authorized distributors, can obtain the required technical and engineering data and genuine OEM parts required to successfully provide these items. It further specifies that Authorized distributors who have the business concern and the required capabilities to provide these items are invited to submit a quote. If you submit a quote for this solicitation, it must include a letter from the OEM, Appleton Marine Inc. , CAGE code ****, verifying your company is an authorized distributor.

The bid notice does not mention any requirement or possibility for a site visit.

The bid notice does not mention any requirement for sample submission.

The vendor shall furnish and install all equipment, accessories, and complete all technical requirements of this contract no later than six (6) months after contract award.

The items furnished under this contract shall be guaranteed for a period of one (1) year, against defective materials, design, and workmanship. Upon receipt of notice from the government of failure of any part of the system during the warranty period, that part or parts shall be replaced promptly with new parts at the expense of the vendor. The vendor shall provide installation services for replacement items during the warranty period. The warranty is to begin upon final acceptance by the government.

The items offered shall be new and a current production model. A current production model is defined as the manufacturers current production model which, on the date this solicitation is issued, has been designed, engineered and sold or is being offered for sale through advertisements or manufacturers published catalogue or brochures. Products such as a prototype unit, preproduction model, or experimental units do not qualify as meeting the requirements specified herein.