SOLICITATION NOTICE
W -- Scrubs Automated Dispenser with Service Wilmington VA Medical Center
- Notice Date
- 9/12/2022 8:06:37 AM
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 532490
— Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing
- Contracting Office
- 244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244) PITTSBURGH PA 15215 USA
- ZIP Code
- 15215
- Solicitation Number
- 36C24422Q1204
- Response Due
- 9/19/2022 1:00:00 PM
- Archive Date
- 10/19/2022
- Point of Contact
- Theresa Murray, Contract Specialist, Phone: email only, Fax: email only
- E-Mail Address
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theresa.murray@va.gov
(theresa.murray@va.gov)
- Awardee
- null
- Description
- 36C24422Q1204 Page 2 of 2 COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS Document Type: Combined Synopsis/ Solicitation Solicitation Number: 36C24422Q1204 Posted Date: 09/12/2022 Original Response Date: 09/19/2022 4:00PM ET Current Response Date: 09/19/2022 4:00PM ET Product or Service Code: W084 NAICS Code: Set-Aside: 532490 Unrestricted Contracting Office Address The Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 4 1. DESCRIPTION This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.6, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation document will not be issued. The Government reserves the right to make no award from this solicitation. This solicitation is issued as an RFQ. This solicitation is a request for quotations (RFQ). The government anticipates awarding a firm fixed price contract to include a one-year base performance period and four one-year option periods resulting from this solicitation. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2207-07. This solicitation is full and open competition. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 532490 and the small business size standard is $35 million. The FSC/PSC is W084. The Wilmington VA Medical Center, 1601 Kirkwood Hwy, Wilmington, DE 19805, is seeking to rent/lease a scrub dispensing machine with maintenance and scrubs tracking as described in the Statement of Work (SOW). This service will also provide pick-up and laundering of used scrubs and restocking the automated machine with clean scrubs as indicated in the statement of work. Respondents to this solicitation must fully demonstrate their capability by supplying detailed quote information along with any other documents necessary to support the requirements below. All interested companies shall provide quotations for the following: 2. STATEMENT OF WORK Scope of Work Scrub rental in the quantities as outlined in the RFP Four (4) automated scrub machines - with dedicated cellular data connection capabilities (cannot merge with the VAs network) Personalized Access cards for each designated user Two (2) Soiled scrub return units for the OR department One (1) soiled scrub return unit for the SPS department All laundering, processing, drying, folding, packaging Restocking of the scrub machines An automatic replacement program to ensure adequate quantities with no maintenance fees The contractor must furnish everything needed to perform this contract in accordance with all terms and specifications. All automated scrub machines and return units must adhere to the provided size restraints noted, all scrubs shall be laundered, folded, and tracked. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: The Contractor must provide, install, and maintain: Four (4) automated Scrub machines: All Automated Scrub Machines shall fit into the dimensions of 78"" H x 52"" W x 18"" D Three (3) unautomated Scrub Return Units: All Unautomated Scrub Return shall fit into the dimensions of 78"" H x 51"" W x 18"" D The Contractor shall be able to provide, stock, collect, transport, launder, fold, package and maintain stock of contractor owned scrubs of various sizes. The Contractor must have the ability to track weekly use of garments via a UHF RFID chip and barcode and provide a report of items serviced on a weekly and monthly basis. The Contractor must provide a rental program for scrub pants, shirts and warm up jackets and provide the VA with an auto - loss replacement policy to replace any scrubs that may be come damaged or deemed no longer usable. DETAILED PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: Automated Scrub Machines: Automated Scrub Machines must have dedicated cellular connectivity ability and may NOT merge with the Wilmington VA Medical Center network Must utilize NO MORE than a standard 110 AMP electrical outlet for operation Must NOT prevent a user from gaining access and retrieving needed scrubs at any time Must have internal adjustable shelving Must have the capabilities to capture data and generate reporting of: On-Hand inventory Usage data by size and date range Outstanding History by individual and date range(aging) Must accommodate up to 280 pieces per machine Automated Scrub Machine must open within ~2 seconds for user to have access to both top/bottom/warm - up jacket. Contractor must have the ability to provide the Wilmington VA Medical Center both community scrubs as well as individualized and personalized scrubs and warm-up jackets from both the OR and SPS/Logistics Department Automated Scrub Machines for OR Department: Contractor will deliver all automated scrub machines to proper locations, install, program, stock, and ensure proper operations of every system. The units must be provided by the Contractor on a rental basis for as long as the contract is active. The machines are to be installed and be fully functioning by the contractor. The machines will also be serviced/maintained by the Contractor if it runs into any technical difficulties and causes the machine to malfunction. The Contractor shall make every effort to properly resolve the issue by coming on site as needed, as well as maintain open communication with the COR during this process. The Contractor may leave a key with the COR to the scrub machines and return unit in case of a malfunction and it would need to be opened for simple repairs. Contractor will gather usage data thru input collected at each station. The collected data will not require any medical staff PHI/PH information. Contractor shall have NO NEED to connect to the VA Medical Center's network. At no time will patient, or employee information be shared with the Contractor. Contractor shall train all necessary staff on how to properly use the scrub machine units. Delivery, installation, and training shall be coordinated with program points of contact at the Wilmington VAMC. All correspondence shall include the contract specialist / contracting officer. SPS/Logistics Surgical Scrubs: Contractor will also provide scrubs for the SPS/Logistics department at the Wilmington VA Medical Center. No scrub machine is required for this department. The scrubs will be delivered directly to the SPS/Logistics department. Distribution of staff scrubs will occur as determined between the Contractor and the Wilmington VA Medical Center to accommodate weekly needs. OR Unautomated Scrub Returns for the OR and SPS/Logistics Department: Contractor will deliver all unautomated scrub returns to proper locations, install, stock, and insure proper operations of every system. The returns cabinets units must be provided by the Contractor on a rental basis for as long as the contract is active. The machines are to be installed and be fully functioning by the contractor. The machines will also be serviced/maintained by the Contractor. The Contractor shall make every effort to properly resolve the issue by coming on site as needed, as well as maintain open communication with the COR during this process. The Contractor may leave a key with the COR to the scrub machines and return units in case of a malfunction and it would need to be opened for simple fixes. Contractor will gather usage data thru input collected at each station. The collected data will not require any medical staff PHI/PH information. Contractor shall have NO NEED to connect to the VA Medical Center's network. At no time will patient, or employee information will be shared with the Contractor. Contractor shall train all necessary staff on how to properly use the return units. Scrubs: The Contractor must be capable of providing clean sanitized scrubs and must be capable of providing individually folded, individually poly-sealed garments. The Contractor must have a management system that uses barcoded and UHF RFID chipped garments to determine lifecycle of the garments for replacement and be capable of delivering disinfected and cleaned scrubs within 24 hours to the facility. Contractor shall provide the following for the scrubs: Barcode and UHF RFID chip each item to maintain precise management of rental garments in accordance with contractor's regular business practices. Contractor shall sort and stock/restock clean scrubs into the scrub machines in designated areas of the medical center. Contractor shall empty out soiled items from the return units located in designated areas of the medical center. Contractor shall launder scrubs to infection control standards as well as the removal of foreign material (e.g., soil, and organic material) from scrub supply using high-level disinfection processes. Contractor shall provide cleaned with no stained, marked, tinted, or any other foreign material that did not come with the original fabric of the surgical scrubs. Each item shall be individually folded, and scrubs sealed individually in poly-sealed bag prior to delivery. Contractor shall track the weekly use of garments and provide a report of what items have been serviced to the COR upon request. Contractor shall have the ability to perform a sizing event to determine the correct sizing needs of the OR staff. Each automated scrub machine is to stock complete sizes of scrub sets, i.e., extra small, small, medium, large, extra-large, 2 extra-large, 3 extra-large, 4 extra-large etc. Requests for more or less of certain sizes due to employee needs, and or new sizes of scrubs, due to change of employees, will be communicated on a written request through the COR. Contractor is to fill the scrub machines to its full capacity on each visit. Shelf space for each machine will be adjusted based on the average weekly demand history after the contract is awarded. The contractor is to establish, track, and modify distribution based on demand history. The contractor must provide all personnel, rental equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and services necessary to manage the required garments. Pick up and cleaning will occur weekly as determined by the inventory needs of the surgical staff. The contractor must also drop-off and restock the cotton/polyester blend scrubs and scrub jackets for the Wilmington VA Medical Center. Specifications for Scrubs: Contractor must offer ""Petite"" Sizes Contractor must offer tall sizes up to 2.5 inches longer Contractor shall provide contractor owned scrubs for the OR and SPS/Logistics Department specified in this contract. The scrubs shall be of quality and condition as determined by the VA. Scrubs shall be free of stain, tears, and holes. Scrubs with minor tears and stains are not acceptable. The company name and logo will be clearly labeled on all scrub tops. The scrubs shall me made of 55%/45% cotton/polyester Each scrub piece will clearly be labeled and have an UHF RFID chip inserted in the hem The Contractor will be required to deliver clean scrubs and pick up soiled scrubs for the two departments 2 times per week within the Wilmington V.A. Medical Center. The Contractor will provide scrubs to each authorized wearer. This will ensure that each staff member has access to a clean set of scrubs as needed for work schedule Each scrub set will include the V.A. Logo as the embroidered name for each department. The Contractor will label and UHF RFID chip each scrub piece for identifying and tracking each scrub throughout the laundering and delivery process. The Contractor will be required to scan each scrub using a handheld device, upon delivery, upon receipt, and when processed through the cleaning process. The Contractor will provide detailed reporting on each scrub, indicating when it was picked up, washed, and delivered back to the end user. This delivery report will be provided on a weekly basis by e-mail to ensure that the scrubs are cleaned and returned to the correct wearer. Quality Control: The contractor shall monitor its employees' performance and based upon the results of such monitoring, shall establish performance improvement activities to assure employee efficiency and knowledge, and to ensure employees are performing their duties in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local rules and regulations, and as set forth by applicable regulatory agencies and this contractual agreement. Quality Assurance: If the Government performs inspections or tests on the premises of the contractor, the contractor shall furnish, without additional charge, all reasonable facilities and assistance for the safe and convenient performance of these duties. Infection Control: Care must be taken to contain pathogens during transport (separation of clean from soiled), efforts to avoid cross contamination between soiled and clean and use of a consistent thorough wash process. A quality assurance program to ensure life of textile is not exceeded per manufacture recommendations. Transportation of any linens/scrubs shall be handled in accordance with industry best practice to ensure that they remain hygienically clean. This includes the use of a truck dedicated to healthcare transport and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). The Contractor must comply with all VA infection control and masking guidelines. 3. Price Schedule: All quantities and totals in the schedule are estimates. The contractor will be paid only for actual work performed and accepted by VA. ITEM INFORMATION ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0001 12 MO __________________ __________________ Lease of scrubs and scrubs dispensing machine, scrubs return and tracking system including maintenance and scrubs pick-up, laundering, and restocking per statement of work. Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 09-30-2022 POP End: 09-29-2023 1001 12 MO __________________ __________________ Lease of scrubs and scrubs dispensing machine, scrubs return and tracking system including maintenance and scrubs pick-up, laundering, and restocking per statement of work. Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 09-30-2023 POP End: 09-29-2024 2001 12 MO __________________ __________________ Lease of scrubs and scrubs dispensing machine, scrubs return and tracking system including maintenance and scrubs pick-up, laundering, and restocking per statement of work. Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 09-30-2024 POP End: 09-29-2025 3001 12 MO __________________ __________________ Lease of scrubs and scrubs dispensing machine, scrubs return and tracking system including maintenance and scrubs pick-up, laundering, and restocking per statement of work. Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 09-30-2025 POP End: 09-29-2026 4001 12 MO __________________ __________________ Lease of scrubs and scrubs dispensing machine, scrubs return and tracking system including maintenance and scrubs pick-up, laundering, and restocking per statement of work. Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 09-30-2026 POP End: 09-29-2027 GRAND TOTAL __________________ Place of Performance/Place of Delivery Wilmington VA Medical Center 1601 Kirkwood Hwy Wilmington, DE 19805 USA The full text of FAR provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at http://acquisition.gov/comp/far/index.html. 4. The following solicitation provisions apply to this acquisition: FAR 52.212-1, FAR 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES Provisions that are incorporated by reference (by Citation Number, Title, and Date), have the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available All offers must include: Contractor must submit a capability statement demonstrating the company s technical capability, experience, and ability to meet the requirements of the statement of work in full. Completed price schedule included at Section 3 above. Failure to provide complete pricing per the price schedule at Section 3 above may result in the contractor s response being determined to be incomplete. Contractor may submit up to three (3) recent and relevant past performance references demonstrating successful performance of requirements of similar size (dollar value) and scope (work performed). Past performance references must include contract number, brief description of work performed, customer point of contact, dollar value, and period of performance. The Contracting Officer may utilize all available records (e.g. CPARS and FAPIIS) to evaluate a contractor s past performance. Acknowledgement of any solicitation amendments. Offers that fail to furnish required representation or information, or reject the terms and conditions of the solicitation, may be excluded from consideration. The following provisions are incorporated into 52.212-1 as an addendum to this solicitation: 52.204-24 REPRESENTATION REGARDING CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT (NOV 2021) The Offeror shall not complete the representation at paragraph (d)(1) of this provision if the Offeror has represented that it does not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services as a part of its offered products or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract, or other contractual instrument in paragraph (c)(1) in the provision at 52.204 26, Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services Representation, or in paragraph (v)(2)(i) of the provision at 52.212 3, Offeror Representations and Certifications Commercial Products and Commercial Services. The Offeror shall not complete the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision if the Offeror has represented that it does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services in paragraph (c)(2) of the provision at 52.204 26, or in paragraph (v)(2)(ii) of the provision at 52.212 3. (a) Definitions. As used in this provision Backhaul, covered telecommunications equipment or services, critical technology, interconnection arrangements, reasonable inquiry, roaming, and substantial or essential component have the meanings provided in the clause 52.204 25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment. (b) Prohibition. (1) Section 889(a)(1)(A) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub. L. 115 232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2019, from procuring or obtaining, or extending or renewing a contract to procure or obtain, any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. Nothing in the prohibition shall be construed to (i) Prohibit the head of an executive agency from procuring with an entity to provide a service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or interconnection arrangements; or (ii) Cover telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or cannot permit visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles. (2) Section 889(a)(1)(B) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub. L. 115 232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2020, from entering into a contract or extending or renewing a contract with an entity that uses any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. This prohibition applies to the use of covered telecommunications equipment or services, regardless of whether that use is in performance of work under a Federal contract. Nothing in the prohibition shall be construed to (i) Prohibit the head of an executive agency from procuring with an entity to provide a service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or interconnection arrangements; or (ii) Cover telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or cannot permit visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles. (c) Procedures. The Offeror shall review the list of excluded parties in the System for Award Management (SAM) (https://www.sam.gov) for entities excluded from receiving federal awards for covered telecommunications equipment or services. (d) Representations. The Offeror represents that (1) It [ ] will, [ ] will not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract or other contractual instrument resulting from this solicitation. The Offeror shall provide the additional disclosure information required at paragraph (e)(1) of this section if the Offeror responds will in paragraph (d)(1) of this section; and (2) After conducting a reasonable inquiry, for purposes of this representation, the Offeror represents that It [ ] does, [ ] does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or use any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services. The Offeror shall provide the additional disclosure information required at paragraph (e)(2) of this section if the Offeror responds does in paragraph (d)(2) of this section. (e) Disclosures. (1) Disclosure for the representation in paragraph (d)(1) of this provision. If the Offeror has responded will in the representation in paragraph (d)(1) of this provision, the Offeror shall provide the following information as part of the offer: (i) For covered equipment (A) The entity that produced the covered telecommunications equipment (include entity name, unique entity identifier, CAGE code, and whether the entity was the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or a distributor, if known); (B) A description of all covered telecommunications equipment offered (include brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); and (C) Explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications equipment and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(1) of this provision. (ii) For covered services (A) If the service is related to item maintenance: A description of all covered telecommunications services offered (include on the item being maintained: Brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); or (B) If not associated with maintenance, the Product Service Code (PSC) of the service being provided; and explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications services and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(1) of this provision. (2) Disclosure for the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision. If the Offeror has responded does in the representation in paragraph (d)(2) of this provision, the Offeror shall provide the following information as part of the offer: (i) For covered equipment (A) The entity that produced the covered telecommunications equipment (include entity name, unique entity identifier, CAGE code, and whether the entity was the OEM or a distributor, if known); (B) A description of all covered telecommunications equipment offered (include brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); and (C) Explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications equipment and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(2) of this provision. (ii) For covered services (A) If the service is related to item maintenance: A description of all covered telecommunications services offered (include on the item being maintained: Brand; model number, such as OEM number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable); or (B) If not associated with maintenance, the PSC of the service being provided; and explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications services and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b)(2) of this provision. (End of Provision) 52.216-1 TYPE OF CONTRACT (APR 1984) The Government contemplates award of a Firm-Fixed-Price contract resulting from this solicitation. (End of Provision) FAR 52.209-7 INFORMATION REGARDING RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS (OCT 2018) (a) Definitions. As used in this provision ""Administrative proceeding"" means a non-judicial process that is adjudicatory in nature in order to make a determination of fault or liability (e.g., Securities and Exchange Commission Administrative Proceedings, Civilian Board of Contract Appeals Proceedings, and Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals Proceedings). This includes administrative proceedings at the Federal and State level but only in connection with performance of a Federal contract or grant. It does not include agency actions such as contract audits, site visits, corrective plans, or inspection of deliverables. ""Federal contracts and grants with total value greater than $10,000,000"" means (1) The total value of all current, active contracts and grants, including all priced options; and (2) The total value of all current, active orders including all priced options under indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity, 8(a), or requirements contracts (including task and delivery and multiple-award Schedules). ""Principal"" means an officer, director, owner, partner, or a person having primary management or supervisory responsibilities within a business entity (e.g., general manager; plant manager; head of a division or business segment; and similar positions). (b) The offeror [ ] has [ ] does not have current active Federal contracts and grants with total value greater than $10,000,000. (c) If the offeror checked ""has"" in paragraph (b) of this provision, the offeror represents, by submission of this offer, that the information it has entered in the Federal Awardee Performance and Integrity Information System (FAPIIS) is current, accurate, and complete as of the date of submission of this offer with regard to the following information: (1) Whether the offeror, and/or any of its principals, has or has not, within the last five years, in connection with the award to or performance by the offeror of a Federal contract or grant, been the subject of a proceeding, at the Federal or State level that resulted in any of the following dispositions: (i) In a criminal proceeding, a conviction. (ii) In a civil proceeding, a finding of fault and liability that results in the payment of a monetary fine, penalty, reimbursement, restitution, or damages of $5,000 or more. (iii) In an administrative proceeding, a finding of fault and liability that results in (A) The payment of a monetary fine or penalty of $5,000 or more; or (B) The payment of a reimbursement, restitution, or damages in excess of $100,000. (iv) In a criminal, civil, or administrative proceeding, a disposition of the matter by consent or compromise with an acknowledgment of fault by the Contractor if the proceeding could have led to any of the outcomes specified in paragraphs (c)(1)(i), (c)(1)(ii), or (c)(1)(iii) of this provision. (2) If the offeror has been involved in the last five years in any of the occurrences listed in (c)(1) of this provision, whether the offeror has provided the requested information with regard to each occurrence. (d) The offeror shall post the information in paragraphs (c)(1)(i) through (c)(1)(iv) of this provision in FAPIIS as required through maintaining an active registration in the System for Award Management, which can be accessed via https://www.sam.gov (see 52.204-7). (End of Provision) 52.233-2 SERVICE OF PROTEST (SEP 2006) Protests, as defined in section 33.101 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation, that are filed directly with an agency, and copies of any protests that are filed with the Government Accountability Office (GAO), shall be served on the Contracting Officer (addressed as follows) by obtaining written and dated acknowledgment of receipt from: Thomas Cossentino thomas.cossentino@va.gov (b) The copy of any protest shall be received in the office designated above within one day of filing a protest with the GAO. (End of Provision) 52.252-1 SOLICITATION 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): http://www.acquisition.gov/far/index.html http://www.va.gov/oal/library/vaar/ (End of Provision) FAR Number Title Date 52.204-7 SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT OCT 2018 52.204-16 COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT ENTITY CODE REPORTING AUG 2020 52.229-11 TAX ON CERTAIN FOREIGN PROCUREMENTS NOTICE AND REPRESENTATION JUN 2020 852.215-72 NOTICE OF INTENT TO RE-SOLICIT OCT2019 (End of Addendum to 52.212-1) 52.212-2 EVALUATION COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (NOV 2021) (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. The Government reserves the right to not make award as a result of this solicitation. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable: Offers will be evaluated on a pass/fall basis for adherence to technical requirements listed in the SOW. Of those offers that pass the technical evaluation, the lowest priced will be selected for award. (b) Options. The Government will evaluate offers for award purposes by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. The Government may determine that an offer is unacceptable if the option prices are significantly unbalanced. Evaluation of options shall not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s). For the purposes of the award of this contract, the Government intends to evaluate the option to extend services under FAR 52.217-8 as follows: The evaluation will consider the possibility that the option can be exercised at any time, and can be exercised in increments of one to six months, but for no more than a total of six months during the life of the contract. The evaluation will assume that the prices for any option exercised under FAR 52.217-8 will be at the same rates as those in effect under the contract at the time the option is exercised. The evaluation will therefore assume that the addition of the price or prices of any possible extension or extensions under FAR 52.217-8 to the total price for the basic requirement and the total price for the priced options has the same effect on the total price of all proposals relative to each other, and will not affect the ranking of proposals based on price, unless, after reviewing th...
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