Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Business Center, 5901 East Seventh Street, Bldg 149, Long Beach, CA 90822

Q -- DIAGNOSTIC AND ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGISTS SOL RFQ 600-023-00 DUE 022200 POC Grace Kim (562) 961-8067 fax only This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation number RFQ 600-023-00 is being issued as request for quotation (RFQ) which incorporates provision and clauses through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-14. This solicitation is a total set-aside for small business concerns and only quotations from small business concerns will be considered. The standard industrial classification code 8099. The anticipated base year performance from March 10, 2000 to March 9, 2001 with renewal options for one (1) additional year. Contractor shall quote pricing per on a hourly rate basis. Schedules/ Price Cost: Line item #1: (Base Period 3/10/2000 to 3/09/2001) Provide on-site ARRT licensed Diagnostic/CT Technologists service. Estimated 2,300 hrs. Line item # 2: (Option I: 3/10/2001 to 3/09/2002) Provide on-site ARRT licensed Diagnostic CT Technologists service. Estimated 2,300 hrs. Line item #3: (Base Period 3/10/2000 to 3/09/2001) Provide on-site ARDMS licensed Ultrasound Technologists service. Estimated 488 hrs. Line item #4: (Base Period 3/10/2001 to 3/09/2002) Provide on-site ARDMS licensed Ultrasound Technologists service. Estimated 488 hrs. Contract ARRT or ARDMS Technologist to augment in house staffing shortages during the normal hours Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 PM or 10:00 am to 6:30 PM, excluding legal holiday at the VA Long Beach Healthcare Center, 5901 E. Seventh St. Long Beach, CA. The anticipated requirements for the contract period will vary depending on staffing and patient level however the VA will provide the contractor at least one week advance notice whenever possible. Emergency coverage by Ultrasound Technologist to be provided on an as needed basis during after hours, weekends and holidays. Emergencies may require short notice (24) hours. It should be noted that overtime in excess of 8 hours per day is not expected however, should a patient procedure continue past the end of shift, the technologist will be requested to complete the procedure. Overtime rate of pay in excess of the shift will be one and one/half the basic rate. CLINICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (a) ARRT Diagnostic/CT Technologists performs routine procedures of the bones, joints, spines and skull. Must be capable of performing all diagnostic studies. In addition must be able to perform UGI's Bes, and IVP's in accordance with the facility protocol. Should also possess the ability to operate spiral CT. (b) ARDMS Ultrasound Technologists, duties include general sonography procedures of Abdomen, Liver, Gall Bladder and DVT's. Perform vascular duplex color doppler evaluations of carotid arteries and deep venous thrombosis. Must be able to operate Acuson, Hitachi and ATL equipment. (c) ARRT Technologist and ARDMS Ultrasound Technologist will be under general supervision of the Chief Radiology Technologist. (d) Registry shall screen all technologists before making referrals in order to determine the qualifications and competence of said personnel. Competency requirements will define by VA Medical Center. (e). VA reserves the right to examine, approve or disapprove individuals based on information provided in credentials an/or resumes. (f) American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers shall be licensed in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States of the District of Columbia required to show proof of licensure and carry license with them all time during the assignment to the VA. (g) The operation of services contracted for at the Medical Center will be provided by the VA levels mutually agreed upon which are compatible with the safety of the patient and personnel and with quality medical care. (h) Contract personnel shall be responsible for compliance with all procedures in accordance with applicable VA Medical Center written policies, procedures and protocols. (i) The successful offeror shall commit to providing a backup locum ARRT and ARDMS technologists who posses the same qualifications as those required for the primary technologists. (j) Persons provided by the Contractor shall be technically proficient in the skills necessary to fulfill the Government's requirements, to include the ability to speak, understand, read and write English fluently. (k) Gather information on patients screened and report findings. (l) Personnel Policy: The contractor shall be responsible for protecting the personnel furnishing services under this contract. To carry out these responsibilities the contractor shall provide the following: (1) Medical Liability Insurance. ( 2). Worker's Compensation, (3). General Liability Insurance. (4) Income Tax Withholding (5) Social Security Payments. The parties agree that such personnel shall not be considered VA employees for any purpose and shall be considered employees of the contractor. QUALIFICATION: Only qualified offers will be considered and evidence of qualifications and experience must be submitted. 1) Technical Ability: (a) A detailed plan shall be submitted describing the firm's ability to support the Technologists. The narrative shall show evidence of reliability, financial responsibility, and credibility. This plan shall include the locations of offices, phone numbers; number of staffing, number of years in business and managerial plan. (b) Agency enforcement of standards of review and evaluation to ensure ongoing quality service from health care professionals. (c) Provide contingency plans to be used in the event of unexpected absences or required replacement due to rejection of contract personnel. Contractor must maintain a minimum of three ARRT and ARDMS technologists each category. (d) Provide an employee's resumes including experience, expertise, education, background and any unique skills at least three qualified technologists available from your registry to establish pool. (e) Must possess minimum of BLS certificate. (f) Diagnostic/CT Technologist must be ARRT certified, have a minimum of 3 years experience working in a hospital setting as a Diagnostic Radiology Technologists. Experience in operation of Computed Radiograph (CR) equipment desired (g) ARDMS certified Ultrasound Technologist must be specialized in abdominal organs and have a minimum of 2 years experience working in a hospital setting as a Ultrasound Technologists. (h) Provide evidence that technologists are bonded and insured by the agency. 2) Past Performance- Offeror shall submit a list of (3) current or recently completed contracts performed within the past year from the date of this solicitation. As a minimum, contracts listed may include those entered into with the Federal Government, State or local agencies or commercial customers. For each contract listed, provide the name of customer organization; contract number; contract value; and name, address, and phone and fax numbers of the customer. EVALUATION FACTORS: 52-212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items: Offeror's experience will be evaluated as it relates to the services requested. The offeror whose quotation represents the best value to the Government will be awarded. Quotations will be evaluated on the following criteria, ranked in order of importance. Factor I: Technical Ability of firms and experience of the proposed locum technologists, Factor II: Past performance; Factor III: Price. All evaluation factors when combined are slightly more important than price. The following Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) clauses and provisions identified herein may be accessed electronically at these addresses http://www.arnet.gov/far and http://www.va.gov/oa&mm/Vaar. The following incorporated clauses and provisions are applicable to this solicitation: FAR 52-212-1, Instructions to Offerors- Commercial (Jun 1999), FAR 52.212-4- Contract Terms and conditions-Commercial Items (May 1999); 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders-Commercial Items (May 1999), 52.203-6 Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (Jul 1995); 52,219-8 Utilization of Small Business Concerns and Small Disadvantage Business Concerns (May 1999); 52.219-3, Notice of HUB Zone Small Business Set-Aside (Jan 1999); 52.224-1 Privacy Act Notification (Apr 1984); 52.224-2 Privacy Act (Apr 1984); 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (May 1999); 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for handicapped Workers (May 1999); 52.232-34, Payment by Electronic funds Transfer (May 1999); 52,217-8, Option to Extend Services ( Aug 1989); 52.217-9, Option to Extend the Terms of the Contract (Mar 1989). In addition, incorporated herein by reference are the following VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) clauses and provisions; VAAR: 852-237-7 Indemnification and Medical Liability Insurance (Oct 1996); 852.237-70 Contractor Responsibilities (Apr 1984); 852.271-70 Non Discrimination in Services Provided Beneficiaries (Apr 1984), 852.270-4 Commercial Advertising (Nov 1984). Offerors are required to submit a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offerors Representation and Certifications-Commercial Items and DUNS number with their proposals. The Government reserves the right to award without discussions. Therefore, each initial quotation should contain the offeror's best terms and conditions from a price and technical standpoint. This procurement is subject to availability of funds. All offers shall be clearly marked with the offerors name and RFQ number. Only completely prepared in accordance with this solicitation will be considered. Offers are due by local time COB 4:00 p.m, February 22, 2000 at the DVA, Network Business Center, (NBC/SP) Contracting Officer, 5901 East Seventh St. Bldg. 149, Long Beach, CA 90822. For additional information, contact Grace Kim at (562) 961-8067 fax only. Posted 02/03/00 (W-SN421511). (0034)

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