Federal Correctional Complex, 15115 Nisqualli Road, Victorville, CA 92392

Q -- MEDICAL SERVICES SOL RFQ-236-0017-0 DUE 082900 POC Nicole Morse, 760/246/2457, Contract Specialist E-MAIL: VIM2958@BOP.GOV, VIM2958@BOP.GOV. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a commercial item prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-18. The provisions at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items; 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items; 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items; and 52.237-7, Indemnification and Medical Liability Insurance all apply to this acquisition. Offerors must include a completed copy of the provisions at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items with their bid in order to submit a complete bid package. All provisions and clauses can be accessed electronically at http://www.arnet.gov/far/. Offerors may request a copy of 52.212-3 from the Contracting Officer, if needed. This synopsis/solicitation is for Optometry services from a licensed Optometrist. The contractor shall provide Optometry services to the inmate population at the Federal Correctional Complex, Victorville, CA. The duties will include eye health examinations, evaluations, diagnosis, treatment and recommendations for certain opthalmological conditions and the contractor will perform administrative functions to include inventory of supplies. The contractor will also perform refractions for use in fitting patients with glasses or contact lenses following the guidelines outlined in the Health Services Department. The contractor will maintain records in accordance with standard community practice and the Bureau of Prisons guidelines. All supplies and materials routinely required will be provided by FCC Victorville. All records generated by this contract are and shall remain the property of the Federal Bureau of Prisonsand require adherence to the Privacy Act of 1974. The contractor will utilize proper technique and proper managment of all equipment. The contractor will have a Doctorate Degree in Optometry and be Board Certified or eligible for certification in Optometry. The contractor will possess a current license to practice Optometry in the state of California and the contractor should have a minimum of four years experience as an Optometrist. The contractor will possess current liability insurance as outlined in 52.237-7 of the FAR. Proof of insurance, verification of education, training and experience is required by the contractor and these documents will be kept in the contract file. Quotations will be based on 1 (one) session per week, with a session defined as four hours. Sessions will be scheduled Monday thru Friday, the exact times will be arranged by mutual agreement between the contractor and the Health Systems Administrator. This is a contractual agreement and not an appointment, the service does not constitute an employer/employee relationship. Before contract award, the apparent low bidder will be required to complete and pass the following security requirements: National Crime Information Center (NCIC) check, DOJ-99(Name Check), FD-258 (Fingerprint Check), Law Enforcement Agency Checks, Vouchering of Employers, Resume/Personal Qualifications, OPM-329-A (Authority for Release of Information), National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI)check (if applicable)and the contractor (or employee of contractor performing services) is required to take a urinalysis test, requiring a negative result. This solicitation is a Request for Quotation, number RFQ-236-0017-0. This contract will be for Fiscal Year 2001, commencing on October 1, 2000 ending on September 30, 2001. 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. Quotations are due in our office on August 29, 2000 by 4:00pm, Pacific Standard Time. Quotes will be accepted via mail only. Please mail your quote and all required documents to the following address: FCC Victorville, 13777 Air Expressway Blvd., Victorville, CA 92394, ATTN: Nicole Morse, Contract Specialist. Please note RFQ # on the outside of the envelope.***** Posted 08/02/00 (W-SN481509). (0215)

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