36C24524Q0794.docx

SUBJECT*

Eye Clinic Slit Lamp

GENERAL INFORMATION

SET-ASIDE

VA Maryland Health Care System Zachary Altner Contracting Officer (90C) P.O. Box 1000, Bldg. 101b, Room 8 Perry Point MD 21902

POINT OF CONTACT*

Zachary Altner

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

50 Irving St. NW

Washington DC

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

AGENCY’S URL

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EMAIL DESCRIPTION

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice

DESCRIPTION

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice

See RFQ 36C24524Q0794.

This Solicitation is Full and Open.

Responses are due by 09/23/2024 at 03:00 P.M. EST.

Email responses to Zachary.Altner@va.gov

Description This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.6, “Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items,” as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation document will not be issued.

This solicitation is issued as an RFQ. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2024-07.

Note to CO: Obtain the most recent Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) from ACQUISITION.GOV Federal Acquisition Regulation

This solicitation is set-aside for Full and Open.

The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339115.

The FSC/PSC is 6515.

The overall purpose of this requirement is to procure five new slit lamps at the DC VA Medical Center’s Eye Clinic. The slit lamps are used to examine the structures of the eyes of every patient coming through the eye clinic.

The procurement shall include all parts, materials, labor, resources, and training required to implement and utilize the equipment/system to their fullest capacity. All items must be covered by manufacturer’s warranty and procured through a manufacturer-approved distribution channel. Distributers and resellers must be able to document ability to provide items through manufacturer-approved distribution channels upon request.

Please see below for additional information and requirements for this procurement.

ITEM INFORMATION

Slit Lamp

Tonometer

Slit Lamp Installation

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

1. Contract Title. Slit Lamps and Applanation Tonometers.

2. Background. The DC VA Medical Center Eye Clinic has a requirement to replace five of its slit lamps. The oldest unit being replaced was purchased in 1999 and is well over its life expectancy, and beyond economical repair. The slit lamps are used to examine the structures of the eyes of every patient coming through the eye clinic.

3. Scope of Work. The procurement shall include all parts, materials, labor, resources, and training required to implement and utilize the equipment/system to their fullest capacity. All items must be covered by manufacturer’s warranty and procured through a manufacturer-approved distribution channel. Distributers and resellers must be able to document ability to provide items through manufacturer-approved distribution channels upon request.

4. Specifications.

4.1 Equipment

4.2 Required Features

· LED light source for examination

· Slit width: 0-14mm continuous

· Slit length: 1-14mm continuous and fixed apertures

· Illumination field diameter: ø 8/5/3/2/1/0.2mm, test mark with fixation star

· Slit image rotatability ± 90°

· Swiveling of the slit illumination to the microscope axis: Horizontal ± 90°, vertical 0 – 20°

· Filters: Blue, red-free (green) and grey (10%)

· Overall magnification 6.3×, 10×, 16×, 25× and 40×

· Eyepiece magnification: 12.5×

· Range of adjusting eyepieces: +8 to –8 diopters

· Interpupillary distance: 52 – 78 mm

· Spatial adjustment of the instrument base: 100mm (length), 100mm (side), 30mm (height)

· Physical footprint: (W×L) 332mm×305mm Tonometer

· Attaches and is compliant with the Slit Lamp

· Measurement range: 0 – 80 mm Hg

· Backlash width ≤0.49 mN

· Working temperature 10° to 35° C 10° to 35° C

5. Specific Tasks.

5.1 Delivery.

i. All equipment shall be delivered to:

Washington DC VA Medical Center 50 Irving St NW Washington, DC 20422 ATTN: VHAWAS Equipment Committee

ii. Contract VA Purchase Order (PO) number shall be included with delivery information (e.g., packing slip).

Note: PO number starts with station code 688 followed by a letter and 5 digits (e.g., 688A12345)

iii. Delivery Hours: The Warehouse is open to receive deliveries Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding holidays.

iv. Contractor shall coordinate delivery with the on-site Point of Contact (POC) and provide shipment tracking information.

v. Contractor shall verify delivery date and time with the on-site POC at least 3 business days prior to scheduled delivery.

vi. Delivery is required within 90 days from award of the contract.

5.2 On Site Procedures.

i. Mask Requirement: All contractors shall wear masks while indoors.

ii. Contract personnel are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government Officials.

iii. Time spent on site shall be for a period sufficient to complete the work set forth in the statement of work.

iv. On site visits shall be scheduled in advance with the designated on-site POC.

v. Contractor shall check in and out with Biomedical Engineering prior to visiting the worksite for each day of work.

vi. The VA campus is non-smoking. Contractor personnel are required to comply with this policy.

vii. Parking: it is the responsibility of the Contractor to park in the appropriate designated parking areas.

viii. Contractor personnel’s tool bags are subject to inspection.

5.3 Installation/Implementation.

i. Installation/Implementation will be completed by personnel certified and knowledgeable with the designated equipment/system.

ii. Installation shall be completed within the period of performance.

iii. Contractor shall be responsible for any Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required when performing work on site.

iv. Contractor shall submit all removable media to be used on a VA system to Biomedical Engineering for scanning with anti-virus software prior to use.

v. In the case turn-in, exchange, repair, or replacement of equipment containing hard drives used by the VA, the hard drives shall be removed from the equipment and remain in possession of the VA (this includes loaned or rented equipment).

vi. The contractor shall take all necessary precautions to prevent damage to any government property. The contractor shall report any damages immediately and shall be assessed current replacement costs for property damaged by the contractor, unless corrective action is taken. Any damaged material (i.e., trees, shrubs, lawn/turf, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, etc.) will be replaced in a timely manner or corrected by the contractor with like materials, at no extra cost to the government, upon approval of the Contracting Officer.

5.4 Training.

i. Contractor shall be responsible for providing training to clinical staff/users.

ii. Training is to be scheduled in advance with the designated on-site POC.

iii. Education shall be provided prior to and/or at time of installation.

iv. Education professional shall be certified to provide instruction on the designated equipment/system.

v. Education curriculum must include: operations and set-up, user maintenance, safety, and user troubleshooting tips.

5.5 Inspection and Acceptance.

i. Contractor shall conduct a joint inspection with the on-site POC upon completion of installation.

ii. In the event deficiencies are identified, the contractor shall provide the date when the identified deficiencies will be addressed if not addressed on the date of installation. The Contractor shall conduct a joint inspection with the on-site POC after addressing all deficiencies. All deficiencies identified in the joint inspections shall be corrected by the Contractor prior to Government acceptance of the item. Any disputes shall be resolved by the Contracting Officer.

5.6 Deliverables.

The Contractor shall provide the below documentation for the proposed equipment to VHAWASEquipmentRequests@va.gov within 10 business days of work completion:

i. Service report.

ii. Warranty information.

iii. Electronic copy of the Operators Manual.

iv. Electronic copies of the complete technical service manuals, including troubleshooting guides, necessary diagnostic software and equipment information, schematic diagrams, and parts lists.

6. Hours of Operation.

DC VAMC’s normal business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, excluding observed Federal holidays:

7. Period of Performance. Delivery within 60 days from contract award.

8. Invoicing.

Contractor shall submit a consolidated invoice monthly in arrears of the month for which services are being billed. One all-inclusive monthly invoice shall be provided, which shall contain an invoice number, contract number, obligations order number, and an itemized list of services provided. An acceptable master (all-inclusive) itemized list of services shall be agreed to between the Contractor and the COR prior to submission of the first invoice.

All invoices from the contractor shall be submitted electronically in accordance with VAAR Clause 852.232-72 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests.

VA’s Electronic Invoice Presentment and Payment System (IPPS) – The VA Financial Services Center (FSC) uses a third-party contractor, Tungsten, to transition vendors from paper to electronic invoice submission. Please go to this website to begin submitting electronic invoices, free of charge:

http://www.tungsten-network.com/US/en/veterans-affairs/.

More information on the VA FSC is available at: http://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp.

Vendor e-Invoice Set-Up Information:

To begin submitting your electronic invoices to the VA FSC for payment processing, free of charge, please contact Tungsten at the below phone number or email address:

Tungsten e-Invoice Setup Information: 1-877-489-6135 Tungsten e-Invoice Email: VA.Registration@Tungsten-Network.com

If you have a question about the e-invoicing program or Tungsten, please contact the FSC at the below phone number email address.

FSC e-Invoice Contact Information: 1-877-353-9791 FSC e-Invoice Email: vafsccshd@va.gov

9. Contract Type.

Firm-Fixed Priced Contract

10. Evaluation Factors.

i. Price

ii. Required Features

iii. Authorization Letter to Distribute

iv. Delivery Lead Times Place of Performance/Place of Delivery

50 Irving St. NW Washington, DC

The full text of FAR provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at http://acquisition.gov/comp/far/index.html.

The following solicitation provisions apply to this acquisition:

1. FAR 52.212-1, “Instructions to Offerors–Commercial Items”

2. FAR 52.212-3, “Offerors Representations and Certifications–Commercial Items”

Offerors must complete annual representations and certifications electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM) website located at https://www.sam.gov/portal in accordance with FAR 52.212-3, “Offerors Representations and Certifications–Commercial Items.” If paragraph (j) of the provision is applicable, a written submission is required.

The following contract clauses apply to this acquisition:

· FAR 52.212-4, “Contract Terms and Conditions–Commercial Items” 03/11/2021

· FAR 52.212-5, “Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders” 03/11/2021

The following subparagraphs of FAR 52.212-5 are applicable:

All quoters shall submit the following: Please see below information in accordance to FAR 52.212-1(b).

Award will be based upon a comparative evaluation of quotes in accordance with the Simplified Acquisition Procedures of FAR 13. Comparative evaluation is the side by side pairwise comparison of quotes based on factors resulting in a Contracting Officer decision for the quote most favorable to the Government.

The following are the decision factors:

· The equipment must be able to examine the structures of the eyes of every patient coming through the eye clinic.

· All items must be covered by manufacturer’s warranty and procured through a manufacturer-approved distribution channel.

· The offered equipment must meet or be equal to the requested specifications contained in the statement of work of this RFQ document.

Responses should contain your best terms, conditions and shipping costs.

(b) Submission of offers. Submit signed and dated offers to the office specified in this solicitation at or before the exact time specified in this solicitation. Offers may be submitted on the SF 1449, letterhead stationery, or as otherwise specified in the solicitation. As a minimum, offers must show—

(1) The solicitation number;

(2) The time specified in the solicitation for receipt of offers;

(3) The name, address, and telephone number of the offeror;

(4) A technical description of the items being offered in sufficient detail to evaluate compliance with the requirements in the solicitation. This may include product literature, or other documents, if necessary;

(5) Terms of any express warranty;

(6) Price and any discount terms;

(7) "Remit to" address, if different than mailing address;

(8) A completed copy of the representations and certifications at FAR 52.212-3 (see FAR 52.212-3(b) for those representations and certifications that the offeror shall complete electronically);

(9) Acknowledgment of Solicitation Amendments.

(10) Past performance information, when included as an evaluation factor, to include recent and relevant contracts for the same or similar items and other references (including contract numbers, points of contact with telephone numbers and other relevant information); and

(11) If the offer is not submitted on the SF 1449, include a statement specifying the extent of agreement with all terms, conditions, and provisions included in the solicitation. Offers that fail to furnish required representations or information or reject the terms and conditions of the solicitation may be excluded from consideration.

(c) Period for acceptance of offers. The offeror agrees to hold the prices in its offer firm for 30 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers unless another time period is specified in an addendum to the solicitation.

(d) Product samples. When required by the solicitation, product samples shall be submitted at or prior to the time specified for receipt of offers. Unless otherwise specified in this solicitation, these samples shall be submitted at no expense to the Government, and returned at the sender’s request and expense, unless they are destroyed during pre-award testing.

(e) Multiple offers. Offerors are encouraged to submit multiple offers presenting alternative terms and conditions, including alternative line items (provided that the alternative line items are consistent with subpart 4.10 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation), or alternative commercial items for satisfying the requirements of this solicitation. Each offer submitted will be evaluated separately.

To facilitate the award process, all quotes must include a statement regarding the terms and conditions herein as follows:

"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document without modification, deletion, or addition."

OR

"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document with the exception, deletion, or addition of the following:"

Quoters shall list exception(s) and rationale for the exception(s), if any.

Submission of your response shall be received not later than 09/23/2024 at 03:00 P.M. EST. to Zachary.Altner@va.gov.

Late submissions shall be treated in accordance with the solicitation provision at FAR 52.212-1(f).

(f) Late submissions, modifications, revisions, and withdrawals of offers.

(1) Offerors are responsible for submitting offers, and any modifications, revisions, or withdrawals, so as to reach the Government office designated in the solicitation by the time specified in the solicitation. If no time is specified in the solicitation, the time for receipt is 4:30 p.m., local time, for the designated Government office on the date that offers, or revisions are due.

Any questions or concerns regarding this solicitation should be forwarded in writing via e-mail to the Point of Contact listed below.

Point of Contact Zachary Altner, Contract Specialist, 410-642-2411 x.25262, Zachary.Altner@va.gov