36C24926Q0050.docx

SUBJECT*

Provide and Install Dental Vac Replacement at TVHS Murfreesboro, TN

GENERAL INFORMATION

Network Contracting Office 9 (90C)

NCO 9

1639 Medical Center Parkway, Suite 204 Murfreesboro TN 37129

POINT OF CONTACT*

Contracting Officer Lisa Trimm Elizabeth.Trimm@va.gov

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

3400 Lebanon Pike

Murfreesboro TN

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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DESCRIPTION

This is not a request for quotes; the Government is seeking information for market research purposes only. The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 9 is seeking sources interested and capable of providing the services as described in the Statement of Work (SOW).

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) is 238220;

The Service Code (PSC) is J047.

Responses to this notice shall include:

1. A positive statement of your firm’s interest and capability to meet the requirements of the SOW.

2. Company/individual name, size status for the above reference NAICS code, a service capability statement, SAM Entity Unique Identifier (EUI), address, point of contact and examples of similar facilities to which similar items have been provided.

3. Contractors should provide information on whether they are certified SDVOSB, VOSB, Hub zone, 8(a), women-owned concern. If standard company brochures will be provided as a response to this Source Sought Notice, ensure that additional information tailored to this notice is included.

4. This is not a solicitation for quotes. If a solicitation is issued, it will be announced on the Contract Opportunities website https://sam.gov at a later date, and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately from the response to this announcement. Contractors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM), see internet site: https://www.sam.gov for information about registration.

5. Do you plan on responding to a solicitation for this requirement with a Joint Venture utilizing multiple owned companies as majority or non-majority owner?

6. If your firm holds a GSA Schedule, please provide schedule and contract number.

7. Responses to this notice must be submitted via email to Elizabeth.Trimm@va.gov . No telephone inquiries will be accepted.

Sources Sought Notice Sources Sought Notice DISCLAIMER This Sources Sought Notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this Sources Sought Notice that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this Sources Sought Notice.

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STATEMENT OF WORK

Dental Vacuum Pump System Replacement Alvin C. York VAMC Murfreesboro, TN.

PART I - GENERAL

a. Introduction This requirement is to provide and install a new Dental Vacuum Pump system consisting of Ramvac Bison 3 vacuum pump, Ramvac Infi-tank system, and Solmetex NXT H5 high flow Amalgam Separator system to replace the failing Dental Vacuum Pump system in Fan Room 10 of Building 120 located at the Alvin C. York VA Medical Center, 3400 Lebanon Pike, Murfreesboro, Tennessee, 37129.

b. Background The Dental Vacuum Pump system is an essential component at the Alvin C. York VAMC. It serves a vital role in patient care within the facility. Our current Dental Vacuum system is 12 years old and is experiencing failures in the operations of the pump, faulty controller, fouled lower tank, and has recently started experiencing leaks on the upper tank system allowing the waste to leak onto the floor. When the vacuum system goes offline, it’s an immediate work stoppage and safety hazard for our Dental departments staff and patients.

c. Scope of work The contractor shall furnish all transportation, labor, parts, materials, and tools to install a Dental Vacuum system consisting of a Ramvac Bison 3 vacuum pump, Ramvac Infi-tank system, and Solmetex NXT H5 high flow Amalgam Separator system to serve the peak calculated demand of the Alvin C. York VA Medical Center’s Dental department. The contractor shall coordinate the installation with the COR of this contract and perform the installation when there is no negative impact on patient care.

d. Scheduling The contractor will be required to complete the task within a to determined number calendar days of the award of this contract.

e. Delivery The contractor shall be responsible to furnish a brand-new complete Ramvac Bison 3 vacuum pump, Ramvac Infi-tank system, and Solmetex NXT H5 high flow Amalgam Separator system that meets the requirements listed under this purchase agreement to the Alvin C. York VA Medical Center 3400 Lebanon Pike, Murfreesboro, TN. 37129 within a to determined number calendar days of being awarded this contract.

Delivery of the required equipment shall be made during normal business hours, 7:00AM – 3:30PM Monday – Friday. (No Holidays) The COR must be notified when the delivery driver is on site.

The Vendor shall accept responsibility for the equipment identified under this purchase agreement to be in brand new condition. Failure to inspect the equipment prior to the award of this contract will not relieve the contractor from the performance of the requirements of this purchase agreement.

· REPORTING REQUIRED SERVICES BEYOND THE CONTRACT SCOPE: The Contractor shall immediately, but no later than 24 (twenty-four) consecutive hours after discovery, notify the Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative COR (in writing) of the existence or the development of any defects in, or repairs required, to the scheduled equipment which the Contractor considers he/she is not responsible for under the terms of the contract. The Contractor shall furnish the CO and COR with a written estimate of the cost to make necessary repairs.

f. Warranty The manufacturer shall provide a 1-year parts and labor warranty against any defects on parts or craftmanship of the equipment identified under this purchase agreement.

Part II – Requirements Contractor shall meet each requirement listed below that is specified by the COR on behalf of TVHS Medical Center. Submittals shall be provided to the COR.

Equipment Requirements:

Contractor shall furnish a Ramvac Bison 3 vacuum pump, Ramvac Infi-tank system, and Solmetex NXT H5 high flow Amalgam Separator system that meets the following requirements:

Vacuum Pump & Tank System:

· 100% Water Free Operation

· 800 RPM, 1.8 L Bison Power Unit

· 30 Gallon Otter Tank

· Rotary Vane Pump

· Multi Doctor Use Capabilities

· UL 2601-1 Listed

Amalgem Seperator:

· NXT Hg5 Amalgem Separator

· EPA Compliant

· ISO 11143:2008 Certified w/ 99% Separation Rate

· Clear Design

· Capabilities of Capturing 99% of Sediment

· Compatible w/ Dry Vacuum Systems

· Tool-Free Container Swap-outs

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