VENDOR QUESTIONS - LAB RECYCLER.xlsx

This document is a vendor questions and responses file for a laboratory recycler solicitation issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 22. The Request for Quotation (RFQ), solicitation number 36C26226Q1124, is a one-time acquisition for the Path and Lab department of VA New Mexico in Albuquerque and is set-aside exclusively for small business concerns. The acquisition is subject to the Nonmanufacturer Rule with no applicable SBA class or individual waiver; the quoting company must be registered as a small business meeting applicable size standards under the assigned NAICS code and provide manufacturer-size evidence. The requirement is for a B/R Instrument PureForm 2100 laboratory recycler on a brand name or equal basis, with authorized distributors required to submit authorization letters.

Pricing must be submitted as a single all-inclusive line item encompassing equipment, freight, installation, startup, and onsite training at the Albuquerque facility. Delivery and scheduling for installation, startup, and onsite training will be coordinated with VA Loma Linda staff following award, with the period of performance to be determined at time of award. Offerors must comply with all applicable Buy American Act requirements and provide country-of-origin information as specified in the solicitation without additional documentation beyond solicitation requirements. Past performance will not be evaluated as a factor in the award decision.