36C26126Q0828 Questions and Responses.pdf

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This document is a Questions and Answers (Q&A) record for a federal solicitation concerning Riley Container and Micropak surgical products across multiple locations.

The document addresses three key clarifications: (1) Configuration requirements for CLINs 0001–0005 covering Mare Island and Stockton locations and CLINs 0006–0010 covering Chico and McClellan locations, with the response confirming that mats should be included for all Mare Island and Stockton orders despite initial specification ambiguity; (2) Product dimensions for CLIN 0006 (Chico, Part 0103), with confirmation that 2.9 x 7.8 x 0.7 inches is the correct size; and (3) Authorized distributor letter requirements under FAR 52.212-1, with clarification that an authorized distributor letter is required unless the offeror is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), and that this requirement applies to all brand-name Aspen Surgical (Riley/Micropak) product offerings, not solely to "or equal" proposals.

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1. Configuration / mat. CLINs 0001–0005 (Mare Island and Stockton) describe each item as

“Riley Container; Micropak Base; Lid,” while CLINs 0006–0010 (Chico and McClellan) specify “Base; Lid; & Mat.” Please confirm whether the Mare Island and Stockton items are to be quoted as base and lid only (no mat), so the correct manufacturer catalog number is quoted for each line.

Response:

We would like the mat included for the Mare Island and Stockton orders, please.

2. Chico Part 0103 dimensions. CLIN 0006 (Chico, Part 0103) lists dimensions of 2.9 x 7.8 x 0.7 in. Please confirm this is the intended size for that item, as the dimension also appears alongside larger configurations elsewhere in the schedule.

Response:

2.9x7.8x0.7 in is the correct size for 0103.

3. Authorized distributor letter. The addendum to FAR 52.212-1 requests an authorized distributor letter “if applicable.” For an offeror quoting genuine, brand-name Aspen

Surgical (Riley/Micropak) product, please confirm whether an authorized distributor letter is required, or whether it applies only to “or equal” offers.

Response: Yes, unless you are the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer). This is what the “if applicable” is referring to.

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