SOLICITATION NOTICE
65 -- Infab Lead Aprons and Glasses (VA-23-00084643)
- Notice Date
- 9/12/2023 9:17:13 AM
- Notice Type
- Presolicitation
- NAICS
- 339112
— Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- 244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244) PITTSBURGH PA 15215 USA
- ZIP Code
- 15215
- Solicitation Number
- 36C24423Q1112
- Response Due
- 9/20/2023 1:00:00 PM
- Archive Date
- 09/30/2023
- Point of Contact
- Andrew Taylor, Contracting Officer, Phone: 724-679-2327
- E-Mail Address
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andrew.taylor3@va.gov
(andrew.taylor3@va.gov)
- Awardee
- null
- Description
- Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center (460) Wilmington, DE 19805 Statement of Work/ Statement of Need Page 1 of 3 INTRODUCTION/BACKGROUND: The Wilmington VA Medical Center located at 1601 Kirkwood Highway is proposing to procure 24 Infab lead aprons and 17 radiation protection glasses. These offer some of the best protection the market has to offer and is needed by our vascular, radiology, anesthesia, and pain management staff; especially with the expansion of our endovascular program. The Wilmington VAMC has purchased from Infab before and possesses the unique Infab Lead Apron Smart Tracking System. No other lead aprons can be tracked with Infab s Smart Track, which leads Wilmington to pursue its radiation protection equipment from Infab and uniform its stock as a sole source. OBJECTIVES/REQUIREMENTS: The Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, (460) Wilmington, Delaware, hereby referred to as the Wilmington VAMC (460), is seeking the acquisition of (24) Infab lead aprons and (17) radiation protection glasses. These will be additions to support our expansion of surgical services, such as, endovascular, and are compatible with our existing Infab Smart Track System at our facility. These lead aprons and glasses are necessary for the protection of our staff against harmful radiation from infrared and x-rays. If we do not have the proper protection for our staff, we run into the situation of delaying vascular cases that could cause a degradation of patient care. This need for this acquisition is determined to be routine and can be awarded within designated Contracting timeframes. To meet the needs of this acquisition, the following salient characteristics or needs must be met, and Offeror shall provide: The awarded contractor shall provide twenty-four (24) lead aprons and seventeen (17) radiation protection glasses to the Wilmington VAMC. Each lead apron (except general sizes) shall be custom fitted to the person for use. The Vendor will also bring samples of lead aprons and lead safety glasses. The vendor will take measurements of each individual, so a custom fit is made for each person for the purpose correct sizing. Custom sizing is necessary for medical staff wearing lead protection for extended periods to reduce fatigue and stress on the body. All Lead Aprons shall be of the type equal to the following: Vest/ Kilt, Full wrap around or full frontal based on the use. All Lead Aprons shall be made of lead equivalent to 0.5mm lead in the front and 0.35mm back. (e.g., 0.25 mm over lapping in the front equals 0.5mm coverage.) Thyroid shields (except general sizes) will be attached to the Lead Apron, 0.5mm lead. Shoulder lift attachment will be provided upon request. Attached waist belt will be provided upon request. All name tags shall be of the Velcro type above the left breast pocket. No other embroidery or badges, etc. is required. Must be compatible with Infab Smart Track System. DELIVERY Coordinating delivery with POC and or facility. Deliver equipment to: Wilmington VA Medical Center (ATTN: Anesthesia) 1601 Kirkwood Hwy Bldg. 1, 3rd floor, 3080 Wilmington, DE 19805 POINT OF CONTACT The identified POC and technical representative for this acquisition is: Name: Thomas Urso Phone Number: (302) 994-2511 ext. 4788 Email: thomas.urso@va.gov ""No Government personnel, other than the Contracting Officer, have the authority to change or alter these requirements. The COR shall clarify technical points or supply relevant technical information, but no requirements in this scope of work may be altered as a sole result of such verbal clarification."" ACCEPTANCE PROCEDURES Prior to acceptance of the goods or services provided under this contract, inspection and testing will be performed by the Government in accordance with this clause. Upon delivery the equipment shall be turned over to the hospital for use. The contractor shall furnish, upon delivery, a written notice of readiness for inspection for the Contracting Officer and requesting service. VA PATIENT PRIVACY AND NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE None of the equipment listed within this procurement package will access the VA Network or store any sensitive patient information. Any contractors that will come on site for install will not need access to the VA Network. All contractors must comply with VA regulation and complete the following training: VA Privacy Training for Personnel without Access to VA Computer Systems or Direct Access or use to VA Sensitive Information.
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- Place of Performance
- Address: Wilmington VA Medical Center 1601 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE 19805, USA
- Zip Code: 19805
- Country: USA
- Zip Code: 19805
- Record
- SN06828411-F 20230914/230912230108 (samdaily.us)
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