36C24724R0054 0002.docx
DOCX document 296 KB Posted
- Solicitation number
- 36C24724R0054
About this file
This document is a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for home oxygen and ventilation services for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center in Birmingham, Alabama, servicing VISN 7. The PWS defines the requirements for the setup, installation, and management of home oxygen and ventilation equipment and services to be provided to veteran beneficiaries in the BVAMC's defined geographic area, which includes multiple counties in Alabama.
The key requirements include: delivery, setup, and maintenance of home oxygen equipment and supplies; ventilator equipment and supplies; respiratory therapy services; and patient education. The contractor must be Joint Commission accredited or demonstrate adherence to Joint Commission standards. Pricing is provided in a detailed pricing schedule covering various equipment, supplies, and services. The contract will be a 5-year Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) or Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs).
View the file
Other files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| 36C24724R0054 0003.docx | DOCX document | |
| 36C24724R0054 0001.docx | DOCX document | |
| 36C24724R0054.docx | DOCX document |
On GovTribe
Work with this file
- Download the original file
- Contacts named in this file
- Similar government files
- Ask GovTribe AI about this file
Text version
5. PROJECT NUMBER (if applicable)
CODE
7. ADMINISTERED BY
2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER
CODE
6. ISSUED BY
8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR
4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NUMBER
3. EFFECTIVE DATE
9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER
9B. DATED
PAGE OF PAGES
10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER
10B. DATED
BPA NO.
1. CONTRACT ID CODE
FACILITY CODE
CODE
Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:
The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers
E. IMPORTANT:
is extended,
(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning __________ copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted; or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY is not extended.
12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA
(REV. 11/2016)
is required to sign this document and return ___________ copies to the issuing office.
is not, A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.
15C. DATE SIGNED
B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).
RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.
C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:
D. OTHER
Contractor
16C. DATE SIGNED
14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION
16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.
15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER
16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER
15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR
STANDARD FORM 30
PREVIOUS EDITION NOT USABLE
Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.243 (Type or print) (Type or print) (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)
(Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code) (If other than Item 6) (Specify type of modification and authority) (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.)
(If required)
(SEE ITEM 11)
(SEE ITEM 13)
(X)
CHECK
ONE
13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS,
IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.
11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS
AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT
(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) None 36C247 Department of Veterans Affairs VISN 7 Network Contracting Office LaVista Business Park - Bldg A 2008 Weems Road Tucker
GA
30084 36C247 Department of Veterans Affairs VISN 7 Network Contracting Office LaVista Business Park - Bldg A 2008 Weems Road Tucker
GA
30084 To all Offerors/Bidders
36C24724R0054
X
See CONTINUATION Page X Subject: Birmingham Home Oxygen Services - RFP: 36C24724R0054 - Amendment 002 Purpose: Revised PWS, CLINs Revised, and Q&A
1. The answers to questions submitted during the open period has been included with this amendment.
2. The CLINs has been revised and is included with this amendment.
3. The verbiage in the PWS has been revised and is included in this amendment.
There are no other changes pertain to this amendment.
The close date of RFP: 36C24724R0054 remains June 5, 2024. Nothing Follows.
Leonard Robinson Contract Officer
VA-VHA-RPOE-2024-0070
CONTINUATION PAGE
A.1 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE
ITEM INFORMATION
| ITEM NUMBER |
| DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES |
| QUANTITY |
| UNIT |
| UNIT PRICE |
| AMOUNT |
| 8,640.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
05LPM Concentrator- Rental
HCPC: E1390
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025 PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 532283 - Home Health Equipment Rental PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 600.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
10LPM Concentrator- Rental (High Flow)
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 6,600.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Conserver- Rental
HCPC: VA111
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 144.00 |
| MO |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Portable Oxygen System/ Stand for tanks(includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing)- Rental
HCPC: E1355
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 1,140.00 |
| MO |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
M/H Cylinder (M90 Primary Cylinder)- Rental
HCPC: E0424
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 180.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Liquid Oxygen- Rental
HCPC: E0439
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 19,200.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Liquid Oxygen- Refill
HCPC: E0442
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 72.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Compressor 50 PSI
HCPC: E0565
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 300.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Ventilator Invasive Trilogy or Equivalent w/ all equipment, supplies, services, and PM
HCPC: E0465
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 48.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Ventilator Noninvasive Trilogy Equivalent w/ all equipment, supplies, services, and PM
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 96.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Liquid Oxygen Portable System – Travel Vessel Rental
HCPC: E0434
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 11,340.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
B Tanks
HCPC: E0443
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 1,200.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
C Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 10,308.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
D Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 7,272.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
E Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 780.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
M90 Refill m/h cylinder & emergent Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 2,100.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Oxygen Fire Safety Valve
HCPC: VA186
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 48.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Delivery fee/Relocation
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 192.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
POC / Portable Concentrator
HCPC: E1392
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 360.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Respiratory Therapy Visits
HCPC: VA120
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 36.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Emergency / Non-scheduled visits
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 840.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Annual Visits
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 420.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Initial Visits
POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 8,640.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
05LPM Concentrator- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 600.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
10LPM Concentrator- Rental (High Flow)
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 6,600.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Conserver- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 144.00 |
| MO |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Portable Oxygen System/ Stand for tanks(includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing)- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 1,140.00 |
| MO |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
M/H Cylinder (M90 Primary Cylinder)- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 180.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Liquid Oxygen- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 19,200.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Liquid Oxygen- Refill
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 72.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Compressor 50 PSI
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 300.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Ventilator Invasive Trilogy or Equivalent w/ all equipment, supplies, services, and PM
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 48.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Ventilator Noninvasive Trilogy Equivalent w/ all equipment, supplies, services, and PM
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 96.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Liquid Oxygen Portable System – Travel Vessel Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 11,340.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
B Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 1,200.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
C Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 10,308.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
D Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 7,272.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
E Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 780.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
M90 Refill m/h cylinder & emergent
POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 2,100.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Oxygen Fire Safety Valve
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 48.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Delivery fee/Relocation
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 192.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
POC / Portable Concentrator
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 360.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Respiratory Therapy Visits
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 36.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Emergency / Non-scheduled visits
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 840.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Annual Visits
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 420.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Initial Visits
POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 8,640.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
05LPM Concentrator- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 600.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
10LPM Concentrator- Rental (High Flow)
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 6,600.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Conserver- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 144.00 |
| MO |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Portable Oxygen System/ Stand for tanks(includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing)- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 1,140.00 |
| MO |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
M/H Cylinder (M90 Primary Cylinder)- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 180.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Liquid Oxygen- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 19,200.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Liquid Oxygen- Refill
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 72.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Compressor 50 PSI
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 300.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Ventilator Invasive Trilogy or Equivalent w/ all equipment, supplies, services, and PM
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 48.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Ventilator Noninvasive Trilogy Equivalent w/ all equipment, supplies, services, and PM
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 96.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Liquid Oxygen Portable System – Travel Vessel Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 11,340.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
B Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 1,200.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
C Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 10,308.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
D Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 7,272.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
E Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 780.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
M90 Refill m/h cylinder & emergent
POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 2,100.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Oxygen Fire Safety Valve
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 48.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Delivery fee/Relocation
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 192.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
POC / Portable Concentrator
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 360.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Respiratory Therapy Visits
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 36.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Emergency / Non-scheduled visits
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 840.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Annual Visits
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 420.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Initial Visits
POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 8,640.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
05LPM Concentrator- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 600.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
10LPM Concentrator- Rental (High Flow)
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 6,600.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Conserver- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 144.00 |
| MO |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Portable Oxygen System/ Stand for tanks(includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing)- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 1,140.00 |
| MO |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
M/H Cylinder (M90 Primary Cylinder)- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 180.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Liquid Oxygen- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 19,200.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Liquid Oxygen- Refill
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 72.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Compressor 50 PSI
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 300.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Ventilator Invasive Trilogy or Equivalent w/ all equipment, supplies, services, and PM
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 48.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Ventilator Noninvasive Trilogy Equivalent w/ all equipment, supplies, services, and PM
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 96.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Liquid Oxygen Portable System – Travel Vessel Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 11,340.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
B Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 1,200.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
C Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 10,308.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
D Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 7,272.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
E Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 780.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
M90 Refill m/h cylinder & emergent
POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 2,100.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Oxygen Fire Safety Valve
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 48.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Delivery fee/Relocation
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 192.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
POC / Portable Concentrator
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 360.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Respiratory Therapy Visits
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 36.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Emergency / Non-scheduled visits
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 840.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Annual Visits
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 420.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Initial Visits
POP Begin: 08-01-2027 POP End: 07-31-2028
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 8,640.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
05LPM Concentrator- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 600.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
10LPM Concentrator- Rental (High Flow)
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 6,600.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Conserver- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 144.00 |
| MO |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Portable Oxygen System/ Stand for tanks(includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing)- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 1,140.00 |
| MO |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
M/H Cylinder (M90 Primary Cylinder)- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 180.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Liquid Oxygen- Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 19,200.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Liquid Oxygen- Refill
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 72.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Compressor 50 PSI
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 300.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Ventilator Invasive Trilogy or Equivalent w/ all equipment, supplies, services, and PM
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 48.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Ventilator Noninvasive Trilogy Equivalent w/ all equipment, supplies, services, and PM
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 96.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Liquid Oxygen Portable System – Travel Vessel Rental
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 11,340.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
B Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 1,200.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
C Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 10,308.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
D Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 7,272.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
E Tanks
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 780.00 |
| CY |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
M90 Refill m/h cylinder & emergent
POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 2,100.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Oxygen Fire Safety Valve
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 48.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Delivery fee/Relocation
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 192.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
POC / Portable Concentrator
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 360.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Respiratory Therapy Visits
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 36.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Emergency / Non-scheduled visits
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 840.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Annual Visits
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| 420.00 |
| EA |
| __________________ |
| __________________ |
Initial Visits
POP Begin: 08-01-2028 POP End: 07-31-2029
PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: W065 - Lease or Rental of Equipment - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
| GRAND TOTAL |
| __________________ |
Questions and Answers (Q&A) Birmingham Home Oxygen Services
1. The solicitation states on page 6 that 12 portable cylinders, regulators etc shall be maintained continuously at the VA at no additional cost to the government. Will this items be billed as a tank fill and conserver charge to the patient who takes them home?
Answer: Tanks provided to veteran’s while at the hospital are billed to veteran’s monthly record as Tank XYZ provided by facility.
2. Is the contractor required to have a location in place at the time of bid? Or can one be set up as soon as an award is made?
Answer: Not required at time of bid, but must be in place at time of contract start. There is normally a 30 to 60 day transition period where the previous contract still provide O2 while the new contractor is getting the patients setup.
3. Is it correct that o2 patients are only required to be seen every 6 months or as supplies are needed? And non-invasive ventilator patients are to be seen quarterly?
Patients are required to be serviced quarterly but are contacted monthly. This can be more than once in a month if a change to Rx has occurred, vet has run out of tanks, etc. The EQUIPMENT is serviced twice annually to ensure it is in good working order. See 4 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
4. On the CLIN there is a line item for tank racks, however the SOW states that safety holder shall be provided at no additional charge. What is that line item for if it is to be provided at no charge?
Answer: This has been removed.
5. There is a line item for respiratory therapy visits. What specifically is this for?
Answer: Please see section 3.5 in the PWS.
6. Line item 23 for Annual Visit, what is this for? Is this an RT visit or can it be done by Certified Delivery Tech?
Answer: Please section 3.5 of the PWS.
7. Line item 24 for Initial Visit, what is this for? Is this for all new set-ups? Can it be done by a Certified Delivery Tech?
Answer: Please see question 6.
8. Homefill systems are listed in the SOW but not a line item. Are there going to be homefills provided on this contract?
Answer: Liquid oxygen patients will need this.
9. 4.16 Cough Stimulating Device, are these items VA owned equipment or contractor owned equipment? If contractor owned equipment, could a line item be added to bill the device.
Answer: Cough Assist are DME provided by Prosthetics, to the veteran. They are not provided by the contractor. SME states not sure how this relates to O2 contract but could be beneficial if offered by the awarded contractor. Prosthetics concern is being able to differentiate contractor provided equipment and servicing from VA-provided DME.
10. 4.11 Portable Suction Machines and 4.13 Suction machine, are these items VA owned equipment or contractor owned equipment? If contractor owned equipment, could a line item be added to bill the devices.
Answer: Suction machines are DME provided by Prosthetics, to the veteran. They are not provided by the contractor. SME states not sure how this relates to O2 contract but could be beneficial if offered by the awarded contractor. Prosthetics concern is being able to differentiate contractor provided equipment and servicing from VA-provided DME.
11. 4.15 In-Home Nocturnal Continuous Pulse Oximetry Test, could a line item be added to bill for this service.
Answer: This will be removed from solicitation in the form of an amendment.
12. Under B.2 Performance Work Statement: 4.0a states “Twice annually or as recommended by the equipment manufacturer, whichever occurs most often, the Contractor shall visit the patient to inspect equipment, checking for proper functioning and prompting patients to replace disposables, such as filters, tubing and nasal cannulas as needed.” Other contracts require monthly or quarterly patient visits. It appears the requirement specified is for six (6) month visits? Please advise.
Answer: Please see question 3 response.
13. Under 4.5 Ventilator Equipment and Supplies: Pages 15-16 list several supplies and support equipment items for ventilator patients only. Since there are no line items in B.3 Price / Cost Schedule to bill separately for these line items, is the Contractor to cover these expenses in Line Items 0010-4010 Ventilator Invasive Trilogy or Equivalent and Line Items 0011-4011 Ventilator Noninvasive Trilogy? Please advise.
Answer: Prosthetics has only seen one billing item on our current contract, typically listed as EVO VENTILATOR and always billed at the same rate. SME states There isn’t a difference between an invasive or non-invasive ventilator equipment, the difference is how this equipment is used for the patient.
14. Under B.3 Price / Cost Schedule: 0004-4004 Stand/Rack for Tanks – Rental - Are these Line Items for rental of the stands/racks used to secure the large, emergency backup tanks? Please advise.
Answer: Please see the response to question 4.
15. 0005-4005 Portable System/Stand for Tanks – Rental: Are these Line Items for rental of the portable system (E-Cart, D/M6 Bags, Regulators) for the smaller portable tanks? If so, this quantity seems very low based on the likelihood of many patients using such systems? Please advise.
Answer: Please see the response to question 4.
16. 0006-4006 M/H Cylinder – Rental - Are these Line Items for rental of ALL M/H backup cylinders or only for those not used in conjunction with concentrator rental?
Answer: This refers to all M/H backup cylinders
17. 0007-4007 Liquid Oxygen – Rental - Are these Line Items for both liquid base and liquid portables? How many liquid patients are currently being serviced? Please advise.
Answer: On current contract, this CLIN applies to veterans receiving liquid O2 through Stationary vessel rental. Current Qty serviced was provided in previous emails, but we’ve been seeing 3-5 patients/mo based on the last 12 months of historical data.
18. 0021-4021 Respiratory Therapist Visits - Is the Contractor able to bill for ALL clinical visits done by a Respiratory Therapist (ventilator, trach patients)? Please advise.
Answer: Yes, all Respiratory Therapist visits are billed.
19. 0023-4023 Annual Visits - Please define the criteria for annual visits?
Answer: Please see response in question 6.
20. 0024-4024 Initial Visits - Please define the criteria for initial visits?
Answer: Please see response in question 6.
21. Is the Contractor able to use properly trained Home Medical Equipment Technicians to complete set-ups for “non-clinical” patients? Please advise.
Answer: Unable to provide an answer per not understanding the question nor the definition of a non-clinical patient.
22. Page 5 states: “This SOW includes the associated program management, human engineering, and logistic support planning requirements.”
Question: I believe this statement is made in error because 1) this solicitation has a Performance Work Statement, not a Statement of Work and 2) this solicitation is for Home Oxygen and Ventilator Services, not associated program management, human engineering, and logistic support planning requirements. Please clarify.
Answer: This question is not relevant to the services being requested. These are the essential elements involved in providing Homes Oxygen Services at the VA.
23. Page 5 states: “The Contractor shall confirm receipt (via encrypted email, fax, or through VA approved portal) of the request within one (1) working hour of notification; Per Facilities discretion the COR or designee shall also provide (via encrypted email, or fax or through VA approved portal) notification if VA owned equipment is to be provided; the COR or designee shall also provide notification (via encrypted email, or fax, or VA approved portal) to the contractor of VA initiated discontinuation of service.”
Question: VA owned equipment is not mentioned anywhere else in the solicitation, including the pricing schedule. What equipment is VA owned?
a. I believe this is inserted because of DME that are not provided or serviced by the contractor, such as Cough Assist & Suction Machines. This may be part of the veteran’s Rx, but is not provided by the contractor. Therefore, the Rx should indicate that it is VA-owned on the it to ensure the contractor understands they are not responsible for servicing the items or retrieving them in the event the veteran is no longer on O2.
24. Page 8 states: “3.3 INITIAL SET-UPS: Initial set-ups are services provided to those patients who have not been provided a VA-authorized oxygen therapy delivery system to their place of residence on a previous occasion or have not used such a system continuously for the past 60 days. Once the initial set-up has been completed, the Contractor shall develop a regular delivery schedule for home oxygen and supplies to patients.”
Question: Is a Respiratory Therapist required to provide the initial set-ups?
Answer: No, but the Respiratory Therapist will follow-up within 7 days of initial setup.
25. Page 9 states: “3.4 PATIENT EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: a. The Contractor shall provide education to each patient at the time of set-up, and every six (6) months thereafter, and assess the need for reinforcement during visits.”
Question 1: Is a Respiratory Therapist required to provide the patient education requirements at the time of set-up, and every six (6) months thereafter?
Answer: No. but the Respiratory Therapist have to follow-up within 7 days of set-up.
Answer: Yes. The Respiratory Therapist will be required to visit every six months.
26. Question 2: Line item 0023 is for an Annual Visit. However, section 3.4 suggests that the VA requires a visit every six (6) months. Please clarify if the VA is requiring visits every six (6) months or annually.
Answer: See answer to 25.
27. Section 4.5 VENTILATOR EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES.
Question: The following optional items are to be provided to Ventilator patients when medically necessary, however there are no line items on the price schedule reflecting these optional items. Please add a line item for each of these optional items:
· Nebulizer with Compressor Answer: VA-provided DME
· Disposable Nebulizer Kits- masks, trach masks Answer: VA-provided DME
· Spring Loaded T-adapters for Nebulizer Answer: VA-provided DME
· Portable Suction Machine Answer: VA-provided DME
· In-Line HME (Option for Invasive Ventilation) Answer: These are not VA-provided DME. These are for invasive ventilator patients that contractor should provide.
· Full Face PAP Mask (Option for Non-Invasive Ventilation) Answer: VA-provided DME
· Nasal PAP Mask (Option for Non-Invasive Ventilation) Answer: VA-provided DME
28. Page 18 states: “4.15 IN-HOME NOCTURNAL CONTINUOUS PULSE OXIMETRY TEST: Contractor shall provide in-home nocturnal continuous oximetry testing after receipt of VA physician order. The Contractor will make (3) three attempts (on different days, no less than four (4) days apart) to contact the patient for setup, if the Contractor is unable to make contact, they are to report the information back to the VA designee and/or COR for follow up and direction on how to proceed. Procedure shall include delivery, set up and pick up of rented oximeter. Data from the oximeter shall be downloaded and a written report be furnished to the VA designee and/or COR within 48 hours of pick up. This process shall be completed within 30 days of the initial order.”
Question: There is no line item on the Price Schedule to provide in-home nocturnal continuous oximetry testing. If this is a requirement of this contract, please add a line item.
Answer: This will be removed from PWS.
29. Page 19 states: “4.16 COUGH STIMULATING DEVICE: The Contractor Respiratory Therapist shall deliver a Cough Stimulating Device to the patient; provide instruction on use of device, with return demonstration by patient and/or caregiver, along with applicable patient education and equipment maintenance training.
a.All Cough Stimulating Device setups shall include all supplies, accessories, and components required for operation of the device, both disposable and non-disposable supplies, accessories and components. (Masks, patient circuit, air filters, hose clip, AC Power cord, SD card, carry case) Disposable and consumable supplies and/or accessories shall be replaced at the time interval recommended by the equipment manufacturer.”
Question: There is no line item on the Price Schedule to provide a Cough Stimulating Device. If this is a requirement of this contract, please add a line item.
Answer: This will be removed from the PWS
30. Page 22 states: “4.20 MALE-FEMALE OXYGEN SWIVEL CONNECTOR:
a.The Contractor shall furnish a male-female oxygen swivel connector to each Veteran to be used in conjunction with the bi-directional oxygen safety valve, as requested by the Veteran or VA staff.”
Question: There is no line item on the Price Schedule to provide a male-female oxygen swivel connector. If this is a requirement of this contract, please add a line item.
Answer: This is option for the VA, if later needed.
31. Page 25 states: “4.25 CONCENTRATOR WITH PORTABLE GASEOUS OXYGEN SYSTEM:
a. Oxygen concentrator with home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders. The home compressor feature may be integrated into the stationary concentrator or may be a separate component. Oxygen concentrator to deliver flow rates of either up to 5 LPM or up to 10 LPM (low flow or high flow concentrator). The system shall include the following accessories:
1. Portable containers.
2. Regulator.
3. Flow meter.
4. oxygen conserving device.
5. Humidifier.
6. Nasal cannula or mask.
7. Tubing.
8. Cylinder carrier.”
Question 1: How many portable oxygen cylinders are we to provide with this unit?
Answer: The quantity depends on the Rx.
32. Question 2: What size of portable oxygen cylinders are we to provide?
Answer: The size depends on the Rx.
33. Question 3: There is no line item on the Price Schedule to provide this equipment. Consider adding a line item or deleting this equipment from the PWS.
Answer: This will not be removed from the PWS.
34. Price Schedule Line item 0003 – Conserving Device Question: Which type of conserving device is this line item referring to? The PWS lists 3 different types: DEMAND PULSE CONSERVER DEVICE, PNEUMATIC POWERED OXYGEN CONSERVING DEVICE and ELECTRIC POWERED OXYGEN CONSERVING DEVICE. It may be better to simply have a separate line item for each of the 3 types of conserving devices.
Answer: It is typically listed on the Rx as Pulse conserving device.
35. Page 27 states: “4.32 DAMAGE CHARGES: The Contractor agrees to provide cylinders without assessing damage charges on the Government. The Contractor further agrees that the free loan period of cylinders is indefinite but shall not exceed the term of the contract.”
Question: Did you mean to say Demurrage Charges?
Answer: Yes. This will be changed in the next amendment.
36. 12.Page 31 states: “As an example, if the Contractor is awarded both location A (BVAMC) and Location B (CVAMC), the Contractor shall be required to participate in all meetings via teleconference scheduled at both VA facilities.”
Question: What is Location B (CVAMC)?
Answer: This is just an example and the location of CVAMC in irrelevant. This example is just conveying if a contractor was awarded both locations, the contractor will have to participate in both meetings.
37. Price Schedule – Line Items 0004 and 0005 Question: What is the difference between these 2 line items? They appear to be the same thing.
Answer: Please see response in question 4.
38. Price Schedule – Line Item 0020 - POC / Portable Concentrator Question: I understand this line item includes 2 batteries. Consider adding a line item for additional batteries.
Answer: These would only be issued for travelling patients. As such, it is a temporary issuance and should not require an additional line item for additional batteries. It should be included in the cost of the POC CLIN.
39. Price Schedule – Line Item 0021 - Respiratory Therapy Visits Question: The PWS only references the need to provide Respiratory Therapy Visits for ventilator patients. And the line item for the Ventilator Rental is to include the Respiratory Therapy Visits. Please clarify when we would bill the VA for Line Item 0021.
Answer: Please see response in question 6.
40. Price Schedule – Line Item 0023 - Annual Visits Question 1: The PWS mentions providing visits every six months. Please clarify if we are to provide the visits annually or every six months.
Answer: Please see response in question 6.
41. Question 2: Is a Respiratory Therapist required to provide this visit?
Answer: Please see response in question 6.
42. Price Schedule – Line Item 0024 - Initial Visits Question: Is a Respiratory…
This is the start of the file's text. The full file is on GovTribe.
File details come from the government source that posted it. Updated .