36C24822Q0776.docx

SUBJECT*

RAPID INFUSER

GENERAL INFORMATION

Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8) West Palm Beach VA Medical Center 7305 North Military Trail Palm Beach Gardens FL 33410-6400

POINT OF CONTACT*

Contract Specialist Lakiesha Anderson lakiesha.anderson@va.gov

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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice

(i) This is a solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

(ii) The solicitation number 36C24822Q0776 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) in conjunction with FAR -- Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures and constitutes the only solicitation. The Government intends to award a single Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) award contract.

(iii) The provisions and clauses in this document are in effect through the Federal Acquisition Circular 2022-05, March 7, 2022.

(iv) This solicitation is set-aside to a Small Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business associated with NAICS Code 339112 with a size standard of 1000 employees. The FSC/PSC 6515

The Miami VA Medical Center has a requirement for a Rapid Infuser Brand Name or Equal to Belmont Rapid Infuser R1-2 and comparable disposable. Below are the standard items necessary for the quote.

Salient Characteristics: Rapid Infuser

· Medical grade stainless steel heat exchanger eliminates risk of aluminum exposure

· Two ultrasonic air detectors and patient safety valve safeguard against air emboli

· Fully prime in under 1 minute and easily re-prime without patient disconnection

· Precise control of fluid delivery with flow rates ranging from 2.5 to 1000 ml/min

· Dry, inductive heating technology and two infrared temperature sensors provide consistent normothermic fluid within seconds

· Automatic pressure monitoring and flow rate adjustment when pressure exceeds 300 mmHg

· High contrast display provides easy to follow on-screen instructions, clear descriptions of alarms and alerts, and quick access to device operations

· Battery - Internal, rechargeable for transport Operates all functions without heating

· Sensors - 2 air detectors, pressure transducer, 2 temperature probes (infrared sensing), pump infusion rate sensor, open door detector, and valve activation sensors

· Computer Controls - Built-in, controls all functions Redundant hardware override protection in case of computer failure

· Display - LCD type with waterproof touch pad

(v) Comparative evaluations will be performed after all quotes have been received.

Offeror quotations must demonstrate meeting the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristic specified in this solicitation, otherwise it will be considered non-responsive. The information identified provided is intended to be descriptive, not restrictive and to indicate the quality that will be satisfactory. The interested parties bear full responsibility to ensure their submission demonstrates to the government that they can provide the supplies being requested.

Only new equipment is acceptable; no remanufactured, used/refurbished or "gray market" items. No product in development shall be considered. All items must be covered by the manufacturer's warranty.

At a minimum the quote shall contain the following:

· The name, address, and telephone number of the vendor.

· Tax Identification Number (TIN)

· Unique Entity ID (SAM)/ Cage Code

· Point of Contact for submission of orders if awarded a contract

· Authorized Distributor Letter certified by OEM.

Quoted price shall include delivery.

Place of Delivery:

Miami, FL 33125

Period of Performance/Delivery Timeframe:

60 Day ARO

(vi) The provision at 52.211-6, Brand Name or Equal, applies to this solicitation.

(vii) The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Items, applies to this solicitation.

Addendum:

The following provisions are incorporated into 52.212-1 as an addendum and applies to this solicitation. See solicitation for more details on this Addendum.

(viii) Must include a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3 -- Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, with this solicitation or ensure SAM.gov is updated with current information.

(ix) The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition.

(x) The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes Or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition.

In addition, though not limited only to those listed on this announcement.

The full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at the following:

http://www.acquisition.gov/comp/far/index.html http://www.va.gov/oal/library/vaar/index.asp

(xi) All offeror quotes for this solicitation must be received electronically through email no later than April 19, 2022, 12:00 PM EST. Ensure to reference solicitation number 36C24822Q0776, Rapid Infuser within subject line of the email. Any offeror quotes received after the prescribed date/time shall be considered non-responsive and will not be considered for award. Any questions regarding this solicitation must be received electronically through email to Lakiesha Anderson, Lakiesha.anderson@va.gov no later than April 15, 2022, 12:00 PM EST.

(xii) Offers shall be sent by email to Lakiesha.Anderson@va.gov.