36C10G24Q0050.docx

Sources Sought Notice

GENERAL INFORMATION

SET-ASIDE

OPAL | Strategic Acquisition Center

10300 Spotsylvania Ave | STE 400 Fredericksburg VA 22408-2697

POINT OF CONTACT*

Contract Specialist Kimberly LeMieux Kimberly.LeMieux@va.gov

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

ADDRESS

Nationwide

POSTAL CODE

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

DESCRIPTION

Sources Sought Notice

1.0 DESCRIPTION

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable National Program has identified the Robotic Surgical Systems product line as a candidate for a VA-wide (otherwise referred to as “national”) single Requirements contract award.

The Department of Veterans Affairs’ (DVA) Office of Procurement, Acquisition and Logistics (OPAL) Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC) on behalf of VHA is issuing this Sources Sought Notice in accordance with the FAR 10.002(b)(2) to determine the availability and technical capabilities of qualified sources.

The SAC in conjunction with VHA is seeking a qualified source to provide brand name or equal to da Vinci® Robotic Surgical Systems on an agency wide basis. VA intends to award a Requirements Contract with Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) orders IAW FAR 16.503, Requirements Contract to a supplier of this Robotic Surgical Systems. Vendors will be required to deliver Robotic Surgical Systems to VA medical centers and facilities throughout the United States.

The anticipated period of performance is for one 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods from the date of award. However, the Government's decision as to whether to continue with the contract, upon annual review, will be based upon successful performance during each previous year and continued need.

The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339112 – Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing and the associated size standard is 1000 employees. The FAR Provision found at 52.204-7(b)(1) requires that “All interested Offerors must be registered in SAM prior to submitting an offer or quotation.” You may access the SAM website at SAM.gov | Home. All offerors must be certified with the appropriate NAICS code on the SAM website. All SDVOSB/VOSB offerors must be verified in the SBA database at: https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/#search at the time of quote submission.

This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the Government to award a contract, nor does the Government intend to pay for any information submitted as a result of this notice. This Sources Sought Notice is part of a continuous process for obtaining the latest information on the commercial status of the industry with respect to their current and near-term abilities. The information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for, or award, a competitive contract. It is emphasized that this is a notice solely for planning and informational purposes.

2.0 SCOPE -

Robotic Surgical Systems provide our Veterans advanced surgical techniques that are comparable to state-of the-art commercial surgical solutions in the private sector. Robotic Surgical Systems assist surgeons in performing Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) procedures. . MIS procedures include laparoscopic surgery and use of state-of-the-art technology to reduce the damage to human tissue when performing surgery. The advantages of robotic surgery include reduction in length of hospital stay, reduction in infection rates, minimal blood loss when compared to other techniques, and significantly less postoperative pain, leading to a faster recovery. Additionally, such robotic surgical techniques contribute to positive psychological outcomes as it pertains to postsurgical scarring.

The following Contract Line Items are being considered:

CLIN

YEAR

(Reserve CLIN)

CLIN)

BE DETERMINED

STANDARD 6 per box

Page 1 of

CLIN

YEAR

CLIN

YEAR

Xi daVinci Xi® dVComplete Care Service Plan (single console)

da Vinci Xi Advanced Exchange Program (Other, Over, and Above Repair Costs)

PRICE TO BE DETERMINED

da Vinci SP Advanced Exchange Program (Other, Over, and Above Repair Costs)

PRICE TO BE DETERMINED

CLIN

YEAR

Documentation to be mutually agreed to before delivery/installation.

Implementation Implementation of HUB system (regardless of QTY of HUB purchased) One time install fee

East Lease Dual Xi - EAST - 5 Year FMV

Central Lease Dual Xi - Central - 5 Year FMV

West Lease Dual Xi - West - 5 Year FMV

OCONUS

Lease Dual Xi - OCONUS - 5 Year FMV

EAST - 5 Year FMV Lease Dual SP - EAST - 5 Year FMV

Year FMV Lease Dual SP - CENTRAL- 5 Year FMV

FMV

Lease Dual SP - WEST - 5 Year FMV

Year FMV Lease Dual SP - OCONUS - 5 Year FMV

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking vendors who can provide da Vinci® Robotic Surgical Systems as listed above or equal commodities which meet all the following salient characteristics.

For each product (brand name and part number), the response must include descriptive literature demonstrating the product meets or exceeds the salient characteristics (SC) specified above.

The Government's intent is to include all ancillary items to ensure the da Vinci® Robotic Surgical Systems (or equal) can function as designed by the OEM and as clinically required. Vendors are encouraged to provide any product solution or configuration so long as they meet the salient characteristics. Additionally, responses can include any additional product that may be beneficial. These items must be clearly identified by brand name and part number.

Responses to this Sources Sought Notice shall include the following:

1. Does vendor offer an annual service plan, Yes or No?

2. If Yes:

a. What does the plan cover?

b. Does plan cover software updates only?

c. Does the plan cover parts repair or replacement only?

d. Does the plan cover both software and parts?

3. Vendor are requested to provide documentation that shows information on their service plan.

4. Is the service provided by the OEM or a subcontractor?

5. Full name and address of company

6. DUNS number/ CAGE Code/ SAM UIE

7. Business Size

8. Manufacturer or Distributor

a. If distributor provide full name, business size and address of manufacturer

9. Country of Origin designation for all products

10. Ability to provide uninterrupted supply of products on a national scale

11. Technical Literature that clearly shows product(s) meet the identified salient characteristics and page numbers where each salient characteristic is met

12. Any additional product solution or configuration that would be beneficial to the clinical functionality of the product line identified

Although not required, vendors responding to this Sources Sought may also submit a Capabilities Statement.

Sources Sought Notice