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Attachment 1: Combined Synopsis-Solicitation for Commercial Items

GENERAL INFORMATION

SET-ASIDE

CONTRACTING OFFICE ADDRESS

Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10 260 E. University Avenue, Floor 2 Cincinnati OH 45219-2356

POINT OF CONTACT*

Barbara Robertson Barbara.Robertson@va.gov

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

1481 W 10th Street

Indianapolis IN

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice

DESCRIPTION

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice

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 a request for quotes (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2023-02.

This solicitation is set-aside for Small Businesses.

The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339113, with a small business size standard of 800 Employees. The FSC/PSC is 6515.

The VISN 10 Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center (583) 1481 W 10th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202-2803 is seeking to purchase Flexline Medical Carts, Basic Keyless Entry Touchpads, and accessories

All interested companies shall provide quotations for the following brand name (or equal) equipment and supplies:

Supplies/Services

FF0194 - 36’ H Flexline Narrow Cart – FLN21K to have only top (2) 3” drawers lock w/ touchpad (Mfg Part #: FF0294)

FLX412 – Flexline Basic Keyless Entry Touchpad (Mfg Part #: FLX412)

FL113 – Flexline 3” Drawer Divider Kit (Mfg Part #: FL113)

FL109 – 9” (229mm) Flexline Drawer – No Drawer Pull (Mfg Part #: FL109)

FL106 – 6” (152mm) Flexline Drawer – No Drawer Pull (Mfg Part #: FL106)

FL103 - 3” (76mm) Flexline Drawer – No Drawer Pull (Mfg Part #: FL103)

FL-SB - Slate Blue Drawer Pull (Mfg Part #: FL-SB)

Delivery, Set-Up, Programming and Training of all carts

EA

EA

The requested medical carts are constructed of advanced polymers, designed with rounded corners and infused with Microban antimicrobial product protection for a clean, durable solution that withstands the rigors of a healthcare environment. The keyless entry touchpad is with standard auto relocks and is proximity card reader capable, includes a battery, USB Port for PC data exchange, and factory installed prior to shipment. The full extension drawers have self-closing ball bearing slides to provide easy access to medications and supplies. The drawer divider kits are able to keep supplies organized and are compatible with Flexline carts. The set-up and programming of carts must occur on site at the facility.

The vendor must be an authorized distributor of Intermetro Industries Corporation equipment and supplies.

Delivery shall be provided no later than 45 days after receipt of order (ARO) unless notification of delays are provided to the Contracting Officer/Specialist. FOB Destination.

Place of Performance/Place of Delivery

Indianapolis, IN

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” (Dec 2022)

· FAR 52.212-5, “Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders” (Mar 2023)

· VAAR 852.212-71, “Grey Market and Counterfeit Items” (Feb 2023)

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. Responses should contain your best terms, conditions.

All quoters shall submit the following: Pricing quote and estimated schedule for delivery and set-up.

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 4:00PM EST on June 16, 2023 to Barbara.Robertson@va.gov.

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

Any questions or concerns regarding this solicitation should be forwarded in writing via e-mail to the Point of Contact listed below by noon on 06/14/2023.

Point of Contact Barbara Robertson, Email: Barbara.Robertson@va.gov

Effective Date: 02/01/2022