SOURCES SOUGHT
66 -- EXCELSIORAS TISSUE PROCESSOR AND SERVICE
- Notice Date
- 11/8/2023 12:30:56 PM
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- NAICS
- 334516
— Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- 249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249) MURFREESBORO TN 37129 USA
- ZIP Code
- 37129
- Solicitation Number
- 36C24924Q0065
- Response Due
- 11/14/2023 8:00:00 AM
- Archive Date
- 12/14/2023
- Point of Contact
- Christina Lawrence, Contracting Officer, Phone: 615-225-3426
- E-Mail Address
-
Christina.Lawrence2@va.gov
(Christina.Lawrence2@va.gov)
- Awardee
- null
- Description
- Department of Veterans Affairs Memphis VA Medical Center Sources Sought Notice This is NOT a solicitation announcement. This is a sources sought/RFI only. The purpose of this sources sought/RFI is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS 334516 (size standard of 1,000 Employees). Responses to this sources sought will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this sources sought, a solicitation announcement may be published. Responses to this sources sought synopsis are not considered adequate responses for a solicitation announcement. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 09 is seeking sources that can provide Excelslor AS Tissue Processor that at a minimum meets the following salient characteristics with a brand name or equal product for the Memphis VA Medical Center. Item: Excelsioras AS Tissue Processor and service Description Quantity EXCELSIORAS W/LINE CONDITIONER Epredia Excelsior AS Tissue Processor, Includes: Line Conditioner, Electrical Requirements: 1300 VA (max.), 300 VA (typical), Hertz: 50/60 Hz, Voltage: 100/240 V Vendor Catalog # A82300001A 1 EA PREMIER SVC 1YR EXCELSIOR AS Vendor Catalog # 23245512POS 1 EA CRYOSTAR NX50 VD LOW PROFILE Epredia CryoStar NX50 Cryostat With Blade Carrier, Configuration: OPDV, Includes: Object Cooling, Peltier, Cold Disinfection, Vacutome, Low-profile Blade Carrier, Voltage: 100/120 V, Hertz: 50/60 Hz, Cryostat with Carrier Vendor Catalog # 957120L 1 EA PREMIER SCV 1YR NX50/957120 Vendor Catalog # PL957120-POS 1 EA Salient characteristics are those characteristics that make an item equal to the brand name item we specify. Specifically, salient characteristics are those characteristics of the brand name item that the VA needs. Item: EXCELSIORAS W/LINE CONDITIONER PLUS 1YR PREMIER SERVICE Salient Characteristics The Excelsior ES (Shandon Excelsior ES) is an economical, walk-away tissue processor. Featuring superior processing quality and cost-effective operation. The Excelsior ES processor is constructed to achieve better workflow and results. Built with a circular design, the tissue processing system has greater temperature uniformity which is achieved as continuous agitation circulates reagents freely around specimens. Baskets are also designed for maximum reagent infiltration around specimens by preventing cassette bunching. Additionally, the glass lid allows viewing during processing. Daily Operations Mode for routine operation Systematic logging and reporting of quality control data, event records, and program information. Automatic in-process reagent rotation no manual handling of reagents Three distinct fill levels in chamber to shorten processing times. Ten customized programs and five flush options Seven password-protected areas Easy-to-read screens with colorful graphics; multilingual Item: CRYOSTAR NX50 VD LOW PROFILE PLUS 1YR PREMIER SERVICE Salient Characteristics This manual cryostat offers a form-fitting design with optional height adjustment, cold disinfection, and Vacutome, allowing users to customize their sectioning experience:- Active cooling of the specimen head, blade holder, and cryobar maintains consistent specimen temperature. Reach the ideal temperature for each sample type in just minutes with rapid temperature control. Precise stepping-motor blade advance for minimal vibration when sectioning. Precise sectioning delivers consistent sections of uniform thickness. Body-contoured design positions the user closer to the chamber, maintaining comfortable posture. Large, open work chamber with adjustable LED lighting for enhanced visibility Optional height adjustment can position the chamber height from 32 to 44 in. (82-112 cm), supporting both standing and seated operation, with the touch of a button. Touch screen operation with intuitive software to accommodate multiple users. Includes: Five specimen stages (4 x 30 mm, 1 x 40 mm), anti-roll plate, section waste tray, brush shelf, debris brush, sectioning brush, blade handling tool, and operator guide. The information identified above is intended to be descriptive, not restrictive and to indicate the quality of the supplies/services that will be satisfactory. It is the responsibility of the interested source to demonstrate to the government that the interested parties can provide the supplies/services that fulfill the required specifications. If you are interested, and are capable of providing the sought out supplies/services, please provide the requested information as well as the information indicated below. Response to this notice should include company name, address, point of contact, size of business pursuant to the following questions: The anticipated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 334516. Mark if your firm is eligible for participation in one of the following small business programs. If so, please indicate the program: [ ] yes [ ] no - Small Business (SB) [ ] yes [ ] no - HUBZone [ ] yes [ ] no - Small Business 8(a) [ ] yes [ ] no - Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) [ ] yes [ ] no - Women-Owned (WO) Small Business [ ] yes [ ] no - Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) [ ] yes [ ] no - Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) [ ] yes [ ] no - Large Business [ ] yes [ ] no - Other (please specify) [ ] yes [ ] no Are you the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)? [ ] yes [ ] no Is the Manufacturer a small business? [ ] yes [ ] no If not the OEM, are you an authorized distributor, and can produce a letter from the OEM? [ ] yes [ ] no Is this product available on your GSA/FSS or other GWAC Contract? If so, what is your contract number?_____________________ [ ] yes [ ] no Does your equipment conform to the Buy American Act and FAR 52.225-1? 52.225-1 Buy American-Supplies | Acquisition.GOV Please include the following information: Company Name: POC: UEI: Address: Email: Please submit your capabilities in regards to the salient characteristics being provided and any information pertaining to equal to items to establish capabilities for planning purposes. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the U.S. Government to form a binding contract or agreement. This notice shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation, or ultimately award a contract, nor does it restrict the Government to a particular acquisition approach. The Government will in no way be bound to this information if any solicitation is issued. All interested party shall submit a capabilities statement and other documentation demonstrating clear and convincing capabilities to satisfy the requirement listed above to the Contract Specialist by email at Christina.Lawrence2@va.gov no later than 10:00AM CT on November 14, 2023. Disclaimer and Important Notes: This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. IAW FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI.
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- Place of Performance
- Address: Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center 1030 Jefferson Avenue, Memphis 38104-2127
- Zip Code: 38104-2127
- Zip Code: 38104-2127
- Record
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