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SAMDAILY.US - ISSUE OF SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 SAM #7226
SOLICITATION NOTICE

65 -- NEW V60 Ventilator 671-21-4-039-0290 (VA-21-00074894)

Notice Date

9/11/2021 10:40:13 AM
 

Notice Type

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
 

NAICS

339112 — Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing
 

Contracting Office

257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257) ARLINGTON TX 76006 USA
 

ZIP Code

76006
 

Solicitation Number

36C25721Q1449
 

Response Due

9/17/2021 6:00:00 AM
 

Archive Date

11/16/2021
 

Point of Contact

Jim Houston, Contract Specialist, Phone: 972-708-0816, Fax: NA
 

E-Mail Address

James.Houston@va.gov
(James.Houston@va.gov)
 

Awardee

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Description

This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only Solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 36C25721Q1449 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular. SET-ASIDE: This requirement is a 100% Total Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). In order to be eligible for award an offeror must be small for the applicable NAICS code at the time of the quote submission and at the time of award. Only qualified offerors may submit bids. NAICS Code: 339112 and Size Standard is 1000. Introduction: The Government intends to award a firm fixed price contract based on this solicitation. Description of Services: V60 Ventilator Place(s) of Performance: South Texas Veterans Health Care System Audie L. Murphy Memorial VA Hospital 7400 Merton Minter San Antonio, TX 78229 Type of Contract: A Firm Fixed Price Period of Performance: 45 Days ARO EVALUATIONS: Evaluation of quotes will be conducted using Simplified Acquisition Procedures in accordance with FAR 13.106-2 Evaluation of Quotes. Please read each section below carefully for the submittals and information required as part of the evaluation. Failure to provide the requested information below shall be considered non-compliant and your quote could be removed from the evaluation process. Offeror quotes shall be evaluated under FAR 13.106-2(b)(3) Comparative Evaluation. Comparative evaluation is the side by side pairwise comparison of quotes based on factors resulting in a Contracting Officer decision for the quote most favorable to the Government. The Government reserves the right to consider a quotation other than the lowest price that provides additional benefit(s). Quotations may exceed minimum requirements of the solicitation. The Government reserves the right to select a quotation that provides benefit to the Government that exceeds the minimum requirements of the solicitation but is not required to do so. Each response must meet the minimum requirements of the solicitation. The Government is not obligated to determine a competitive range, conduct discussions with all contractors, solicit final revised quotes, and use other techniques associated with FAR Part 15. The contracting techniques associated with FAR Part 15 are not mandatory. The Government will issue a contract to the responsible offeror whose quotation conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The Government shall award a contract resulting from this solicitation. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers:  Vendor is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) or Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB). Vendor must be registered in SAM with applicable NAICS code by the close of solicitation. Technical Approach: The Government will evaluate how the offeror s approach meets the requirements in accordance with the solicitation and Statement of Work and indicates a thorough approach and understanding of the requirements. -Vendor must provide a Letter of Authorization: A letter of authorization is required from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) stating that contractor is an authorized distributor/reseller of the offered items. -If quoting other than brand name, the contractor shall provide the items spelled out in clause 52.211-6, Brand Name or Equal. Price: Price will be evaluated independently of the non-price factors. Requested Equipment Line Item Description Unit of Issue Quantity Unit Price Total Price 0001 Ventilators; V60 Plus, Transport Configuration with Fully Assembled Roll Stand EA 20 0002 Mounting Bracket, Parallel for MR850 EA 20 Statement Of Work V60 Ventilator 1. PURPOSE 1.1 The overall purpose is to provide and install V60 Ventilator at South Texas VA Health Care System (STVHCS), Audie Murphy VAMC, 7400 Merton Minter, San Antonio, TX. 78229. 2. SCOPE 2.1 The Contractor shall provide, transport, install, and test all listed equipment. All products must meet all salient characteristics defined in this section. The 2.2 All equipment and installation must meet manufacturers and VA specifications. 2.3 The Contractor shall furnish all supplies, equipment, facilities and services required for delivery and installation of the supplies and equipment. 2.4 The Contractor is responsible for any missing parts and components not included in order to carry out the installation. 2.5 SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS 2.5.1 Salient Characteristics: Modes of Operation: High Flow Therapy, CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure), S/T (spontaneous timed cycled), PCV (Pressure Control Ventilation), AVAPS (Average Volume Assured Pressure Support), IPAP, EPAP, Tidal Volume, and Oxygen Delivery: 21-100% Settings: Flow:10-80 L/min, C Flex: Off/1-3, CPAP:4-25cmH O, EPAP: 4-25cmH O, PAP: 4-40cmH O Inspiratory Time: 0.30-3.00 seconds, AVAPS maximum IPAP:6-40cmH O, AVAPS minimum IPAP:5- 30cmH O, AVAPS Target Tidal Volume: 200-2,000 ml btps, Oxygen Percent: 21-100%, Ramp Time: Off/5-45 min, Respiratory Rate: 4-60bpm, Rise Time: 1-5, and Triggering/Cycling: Auto adaptive Monitored Parameters (Patient Data Window): Total Leak: 0-200L/min btps, Respiratory Rate: 0-90bpm, Minute Volume: 0-99.0 L/min btps, Tidal Volume: 0-3,500 mL, Pressure Waveform: 0-50cmH O, Flow Waveform: -240L/min, Volume Waveform: 0-3,500 mL, and Brightness: 1-5 relative scale Environmental: Temperature: +5-+40°C and Relative Humidity: 15-95% Alarms: High Respiratory Rate: 5-90 bpm, Low Tidal Volume: Off/5-1,0000Ml, High Inspiratory Pressure: 5-50cmH O, Low Inspiratory Pressure: Off/1-40cmH O, Low Inspiratory Pressure Delay: 5-60 seconds, and Alarm Volume: 1-10 relative scale Other Settings: Exhalation Port: Disposable Exhalation Port, No Circuit Exhalation Port, Interface Selection, and Screen Lock: Off/On Electrical: AC Voltage: 100-240 VAC Physical: Weight: 10-50 kg, Dimensions: Height: 35 40 cm--Width: 40 50 cm--Depth: 35-45 cm, must include Oxygen Hose, must include Oxygen Manifold to connect 2 oxygen cylinders, 1 Year Manufacturer/Vendor warranty, must be easy to clean and disinfect, noiseless, and have easy roll casters with locking brakes 2.6 DELIVERY AND INSTALLATION 2.6.1 DELIVERY 2.6.1.1 Contractor shall deliver all equipment to South Texas VA Health Care System, Audie Murphy VAMC, 7400 Merton Minter, San Antonio, TX. 78229. POC: Quashika Taylor, Program Analyst, Surgical Service, STVHCS, Cell: 210-867-8801, Email:: quashika.taylor@va.gov 2.6.2 INSTALLATION 2.6.2.1All equipment shall be floor mounted by contractor upon delivery unless otherwise noted above. 2.6.2.2 Install all equipment to manufacturer s specifications maintaining Federal, and Local safety standards 2.6.2.3 Installation work shall be completed between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday Friday. All federal holidays, excluded. Federal holidays are available at the Federal Holiday OPM Site. 2.6.2.4 If there is an operational conflict with installation, night or weekend installation may be required. Government will provide a 72 hours' notice of change of installation hours. 2.6.2.5 The contractor shall coordinate all deliveries, staging areas, installations, and parking arrangements with the COR. 2.6.2.6 The Contractor shall remove all related shipping debris and cleanup any construction associated with delivery and installation of the specified items. Contractor shall remove all packaging from the STVHCS premises. The Contractor shall be responsible for any damage to the building that occurs due to Contractor error or neglect. 2.6.2.7 Vendor must provide in-house or virtual training on the setup and use of device/equipment 2.7 SITE CONDITIONS 2.7.1 There shall be no smoking, eating, or drinking inside the hospital at any time. 3. INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE: 3.1 The Contractor shall conduct a joint inspection with the COR upon delivery of equipment. 3.2 Contractor shall provide dates of completion of punch list items and replacement parts and/or short ship items from the manufacturer(s). 3.3 The COR shall ensure all work is completed satisfactorily prior to acceptance. Disputes shall be resolved by the Contracting Officer. 4. DELIVERY/STORAGE REQUIREMENTS 4.1 Deliver materials to job in manufacturer's original sealed containers with brand name marked thereon. 4.2Package to prevent damage or deterioration during shipment, handling, storage and installation. Maintain protective covering in place and in good repair until removal is necessary. 4.3 Deliver specified items only when the site is ready for installation work to proceed. 4.4 Store products in dry condition inside enclosed facility 4.5 Any government requested delayed delivery up to 90 days after initial delivery date, shall be at no additional cost to the Government. 4.6 A pre-delivery meeting will be conducted 60 days prior to initial negotiated delivery date for verification of delivery and installation dates. 4.7 Delivery and Installation will be coordinated through the COR. 5. DELIVERABLES 5.1 Operation and Maintenance Manuals 5.1.1 Binders - Quantity (2) for each equipment item. 5.1.2 Digital Copies- Quantity (1) for each equipment item. 5.2 Deliver compilation of all manufacturer recommended maintenance schedule and operation materials packaged in binder(s) to COR upon completion of installation. 6. MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT SERVICES REQUIREMENTS 6.1. The V60 Ventilator must permit maintenance professionals the ability to perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, and maintenance as required. 6.2. The vendor must have preventive maintenance service to meet at minimum The Joint Commission standards. 6.3. Licensing Software updates 6.3.1. The Contractor shall provide, for the duration of the warranty period, all computer software, access keys or codes, or external devices required for the operation, calibration, or repair of the equipment purchased. Any such items not listed on the price proposal and required for maintenance of the system, shall be taken as included with the purchase of the system. 6.3.2. Any minor upgrades or changes to the maintenance software, hardware, or access keys or codes shall be provided at no charge to the medical center during the time the equipment is operational at this facility. 6.3.3. All application software licenses are included in the purchase of the equipment and shall not require a renewal charge for the period of time the equipment is in use in the facility. 6.4. Support Services 6.4.1. The Contractor shall provide support services for a period of one year. 7. TRAINING: 7.1. Contractor shall provide on-site training of the equipment to the Clinical Users. Scheduling of operator training shall be coordinated with the STVHCS COR after installation is complete. 7.2. Contractor shall provide on-site training of the equipment to the Technical Users. Scheduling of technical training shall be coordinated with the STVHCS COR after installation is complete. 7.3. The contractor shall provide a training program to the Biomedical Engineering technicians and in-house clinical personnel. 7.4. Technical training must provide Biomedical Engineering with the tools and knowledge to fully operate and maintain the system. 8. PROTECTION OF PROPERTY 8.1. Contractor shall protect all items from damage. The Contractor shall take precaution against damage to the building(s), grounds and furnishings. The Contractor shall repair or replace any items related to building(s) or grounds damaged accidentally or on purpose due to actions by the Contractor. 8.2. The Contractor shall perform an inspection of the building(s) and grounds with the COR prior to commencing work. To insure that the Contractor shall be able to repair or replace any items, components, building(s) or grounds damaged due to negligence and/or actions taken by the Contractor. The source of all repairs beyond simple surface cleaning is the facility construction contractor (or appropriate subcontractor), so that building warranty is maintained. Concurrence from the VA Facilities Management POC and COR is required before the Contractor may perform any significant repair work. In all cases, repairs shall utilize materials of the same quality, size, texture, grade, and color to match adjacent existing work. 8.3. The Contractor shall be responsible for security of the areas in which the work is being performed prior to completion. 8.4. Contractor shall provide floor protection while working in all VA facilities. All material handling equipment shall have rubber wheels. 9. WARRANTY 9.1. The contractor shall provide a one year manufacturer s warranty on all parts and labor. 10. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS: Include all travel and shipping costs associated with any warranty repair. 10.1. GENERAL Contractors, contractor personnel, subcontractors, and subcontractor personnel shall be subject to the same Federal laws, regulations, standards, and VA Directives and Handbooks as VA and VA personnel regarding information and information system security. 10.2. CONFIDENTIALITY AND NONDISCLOSURE It is agreed that: 1. The preliminary and final deliverables and all associated working papers, application source code, and other material deemed relevant by the VA which have been generated by the contractor in the performance of this task order are the exclusive property of the U.S. Government and shall be submitted to the CO at the conclusion of the task order. a. The CO will be the sole authorized official to release verbally or in writing, any data, the draft deliverables, the final deliverables, or any other written or printed materials pertaining to this task order. No information shall be released by the contractor. Any request for information relating to this task order presented to the contractor shall be submitted to the CO for response. b. Press releases, marketing material or any other printed or electronic documentation related to this project, shall not be publicized without the written approval of the CO. 11. INFORMATION SYSTEMS OFFICER, INFORMATION PROTECTION: The contractor will not have access to VA Desktop computers, nor will they have access to online resources belonging to the government while conducting services in the application of complex adaptive system theory to health care organizations. The certification and accreditation requirements do not apply to this procurement nor is a security accreditation package required. 12. PRIVACY OFFICER: The contractor will not have access to protected Patient Health Information (PHI) nor will they have the capability of accessing patient information during the services provided to the VA and if removal of equipment from the VA is required, any memory storage device will remain in VA control and will not be removed from VA custody. All research data available for Contractor analyses is de-identified. 13. RECORDS MANAGER: There will be no federal records created, maintained, used or disposition with this contract; regardless of format [paper, electronic, etc.] or mode of transmission [e-mail, fax, etc.]. The following clauses and provisions apply to this solicitation: The full text of FAR provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at http://acquisition.gov/comp/far/index.html. Contract Clauses: 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS COMMERCIAL ITEMS (OCT 2018) 52.204-13 SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT MAINTENANCE (OCT 2018) 52.204-18 COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT ENTITY CODE MAINTENANCE (AUG 2020) 52.232-40 PROVIDING ACCELERATED PAYMENTS TO SMALL BUSINESS SUBCONTRACTORS (DEC 2013) 52.217-6 OPTION FOR INCREASED QUANTITY (MAR 1989) The Government may increase the quantity of supplies called for in the Schedule at the unit price specified. The Contracting Officer may exercise the option by written notice to the Contractor within 180 days. Delivery of the added items shall continue at the same rate as the like items called for under the contract, unless the parties otherwise agree. (End of Clause) VAAR 852.212-70 PROVISIONS AND CLAUSES APPLICABLE TO VA ACQUISITION OF COMMERCIAL ITEMS (APR 2020) 852.203 70, Commercial Advertising. 852.246 71, Rejected Goods. VAAR 852.219-74 LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING MONITORING AND COMPLIANCE (JUL 2018) 52.232-33, PAYMENT BY ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER-SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (OCT 2013) 52.232-36 PAYMENT BY THIRD PARTY (MAY 2014) VAAR 852.232-72 ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION OF PAYMENT REQUESTS (NOV 2018) VAAR 852.212-71 GRAY MARKET ITEMS (APR 2020) VAAR 852.212-72 GRAY MARKET AND COUNTERFEIT ITEMS (MAR 2020) VAAR 852.247-73 PACKING FOR DOMESTIC SHIPMENT (OCT 2018) 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998) 52.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS COMMERICAL ITEMS (JAN 2021) 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (NOV 2020) 52.219-27, Notice of Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set-Aside (MAR 2020) 52.219-28, Post Award Small Business Program Representation (NOV 2020) 52.219-33, Nonmanufacturer Rule (MAR 2020) 52.222 19, Child Labor Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (JUL 2020) 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (APR 2015) 52.222 26, Equal Opportunity (SEP 2016) 52.222 36, Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (JUN 2020) 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons (OCT 2020) 52.223 18, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving (JUN 2020) 52.225-1, Buy American Supplies (JAN 2021) Solicitation Provisions: 52.204-7 SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (OCT 2018) 52.204-24 REPRESENTATION REGARDING CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT (OCT 2020) 52.211-6 BRAND NAME OR EQUAL (AUG 1999) 52.214-21 DESCRIPTIVE LITERATURE (APR 2002) 52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998) 52.212-3 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS COMMERCIAL ITEMS (FEB 2021) (JUL 2020) (DEVIATION) SUBMISSION OF QUOTE (FAR 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS COMMERCIAL ITEMS): The Offeror shall submit their quote on company letterhead and shall include unit price, overall total price, name, address, and telephone number of the offeror, firm's DUNS# and ORCA document in SAM at www.sam.gov.  Complete copy of 52.212-3 Offerors Representations and Certifications- Commercial Items, and ORCA document. The offeror shall provide sufficient evidence that they possess adequate resources, capability, experience, responsibility and integrity to meet the technical capabilities to comply with the requirements of the resulting contract. All quotes received without this documentation will not be considered. Quotes must be received no later than Wednesday September 15th 2021, 8:00 pm CST. Email your quote to James.Houston@va.gov. The subject line must specify 36C25721Q1449 V60 Ventilator. There will be no automated email notification of receipt of quotes. All quotes received without requested documentation will not be considered. End of Document End of Document
 

Web Link

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Place of Performance

Address: Department of Veterans Affairs South Texas VA Medical Center Audie Murphy VA Medical Center 7400 Merton Minter, San Antonio, TX 78229, USA

Zip Code: 78229

Country: USA
 

Record

SN06129634-F 20210913/210911230110 (samdaily.us)
 

Source

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