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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part 12, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation No. 6913G626Q300027 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). This solicitation is being conducted under FAR Part 12, Terms and Conditions – Commercial Products and Commercial Services. This solicitation document and Incorporated provisions are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01, effective 03/13/2026. The NAICS Code is 611430; the Small Business size standard is $15M. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses; full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at http://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul The U.S. Department of Transportation/John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center (Volpe Center) intends to solicit and award on a sole source basis to ENSCO Inc, Vienna, VA, in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b). The Volpe Center is collaborating with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) in building upon the insights from a previous workshop, held in 2015 and current research needs, is planning a follow-up workshop. This upcoming workshop aims to further advance key research priorities for enhancing railroad safety and performance in both freight and passenger railway operations. The objective of this requirement is to provide support services to Volpe and FRA for the upcoming international VTI workshop. All services required for this workshop shall be in accordance with the attached Statement of Work and terms and condition. REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS The Government intends to award a firm fixed price purchase order as a result of this Combined Synopsis/Solicitation. CLIN 00100 (Base) : This CLIN includes: VTI Workshop: Workshop Planning/Coordination (incl. Custodial) Venue management for two full days (incl. appropriate meeting spaces, audio-visual equipment, and internet connectivity) Implement the necessary technical infrastructure and support for remote participation via web conference. Coffee Service / Refreshments RDL equipment demo (MSU w/ FRA's standard truck characterization test flatcar (DOTX 304)) and slab track visit at RTT track Quantity: 1 EA $____________________________ Please provide a firm fixed price quote in accordance with the contract items (CLINs) above and the attached Statement of Work (SOW). PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE The period of performance for this SOW is from date of award through 10/31/2026. INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS : This combined synopsis/solicitation hereby incorporates all Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) provisions and clauses contained herein and attached. FAR 52.212-1 (SEP 2025), Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items…
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