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Sources Sought Notice Sources Sought Notice

GENERAL INFORMATION

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OPAL | Strategic Acquisition Center

10300 Spotsylvania Ave | STE 400 Fredericksburg VA 22408-2697

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Contract Specialist Alex Beck Alex.Beck1@va.gov

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

DESCRIPTION

1.0 DESCRIPTION

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program has identified the Refrigerators: Air Curtain 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 Victory® Refrigerators: Air Curtain 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 equipment. Vendors will be required to deliver Refrigerators: Air Curtain 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 333415 –Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing, Product Service Code: 4110 – Refrigeration Equipment Products; the associated size standard is 1,250 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 https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/. All offerors must be certified with the appropriate NAICS code on the SAM website. All SDVOSB/VOSB offerors must be verified in the Veterans Small Business Certification (VetCert) database at: https://veterans.certify.sba.gov, 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:

The Air-Curtain Refrigerator (ACR) is designed for institutional use, allowing the door to be kept open during food tray assembly. Multi-directional air flow creates a "curtain" of cold air that allows the door to remain open during mealtime tray assembly. Airflow is directed across the cabinet opening to keep hot air out and cold air in. ACRs are designed to maintain cold food at temperatures of 41°F or less while the door is open. Designed for mobility and greater stability, ACRs are equipped with casters and a refrigeration condensing unit mounted at the bottom of the cabinet.

The following Contract Line Items are being considered:

1 ea. 6 years parts & labor warranty (excludes maintenance items) 1 ea. 7-year compressor warranty (part only), standard 1 ea. 115v/60/1‐ph, 8.3 amps, cord with NEMA 5‐20P 1 ea. Door hinging: standard on right, standard

MADE IN USA

1 ea. 6 years parts & labor warranty (excludes maintenance items) 1 ea. 7-year compressor warranty (part only), standard 1 ea. 115v/60/1‐ph, 8.3 amps, cord with NEMA 5‐20P 1 ea. Door hinging: standard on right, standard

one‐section, pass‐thru, bottom mounted self‐contained refrigeration, 15.0 cu. ft. capacity, (2) full height stainless steel hinged doors, cylinder locks, electronic control, (15) 18" x 26" tray capacity, 2‐1/2" OC, adjustable stainless steel tray slides, electric condensate pan, stainless steel exterior & interior, magnetic door gaskets with 2 year warranty, 7‐1/4" heavy duty locking casters, R290 Hydrocarbon refrigerant, 3/4 HP, cULus, UL EPH Classified, ULSanitation. MADE IN USA 1 ea. 6 years parts & labor warranty (excludes maintenance items) 1 ea. 7-year compressor warranty (part only), standard 1 ea. 115v/60/1‐ph, 8.3 amps, cord with NEMA 5‐20P 1 ea. Door hinging: standard on right, standard

refrigeration, 15.0 cu. ft. capacity, (2) full height stainless steel hinged doors (slides back to hide away), cylinder locks, electronic control, (15) 18" x 26" tray capacity, 2‐1/2" OC, adjustable stainless steel tray slides, electric condensate pan, stainless steel exterior & interior, magnetic door gaskets with 2 year warranty, 7‐1/4" heavy duty locking casters, R290 Hydrocarbon refrigerant, 3/4 HP, cULus, UL EPH Classified, UL‐Sanitation. MADE IN USA 1 ea. 6 years parts & labor warranty (excludes maintenance items) 1 ea. 7-year compressor warranty (part only), standard 1 ea. 115v/60/1‐ph, 8.3 amps, cord with NEMA 5‐20P 1 ea. Door hinging: standard on right, standard

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking vendors who can provide Victory® Refrigerators: Air Curtain or equal as listed above which meet all the following salient characteristics:

The following Salient Characteristics (SCs) apply to CLIN’s 0001-0004

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 equipment 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. Full name and address of company

1. DUNS number/ CAGE Code/ SAM UIE:

1. Business Size

1. Manufacturer or Distributor

3. If distributor provide full name, business size, address of manufacturer, and distributor authorization letter (manufacturer letterhead)

1. Country of Origin designation for all products

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

1. Technical Literature that clearly shows product(s) meet the identified salient characteristics and page numbers where each salient characteristic is met within the Technical Literature (Provide information in yellow highlighted Salient Characteristics Table).

1. 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.

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