Amendment One IHS1445573 FINAL.pdf

Amendment One (1) RFQ: IHS1445573 ISBEE-PPE Face Shields, Adult and Pediatric Ear Loop Masks

The combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, RFQ IHS1445573, ISBEE-PPE Face Shields, Adult and Pediatric Ear Loop Masks, is amended to:

A. Respond to the questions submitted during the question time period.

B. Update the Statement of Work for CLIN 1, CLIN 2, and CLIN 3 C. Extend the due date.

A. Response to questions

1. Is this all or none? Can we bid on just the level 3 adult and pediatric masks?

Vendors are encouraged to quote on any or all CLINs they are able to provide for.

2. Please confirm that you are not accepting imported products for this solicitation.

No imports will be accepted.

3. Please clarify the unit of measure "cases of 50" is defined as 50 masks per box, or as "cases of 50" boxes with 50 masks per box.

CLIN 1: Product must be packaged in cases of 50 each. CLIN 2 & 3: Product must be packaged in boxes of 50 each – the number of boxes per case of CLIN 2 & 3 can vary.

4. Is this an "all or nothing" bid? - In other words, do we need all three (3) items to be successful on this bid or can we bid just one item?

Please see answer to question #1.

5. Are there minimum shipping requirements? How many locations will these orders go to?

There are no minimum or maximum shipping requirements. Shipment will be to one location.

6. Is there a minimum that any location will take at a time?

Please see answer to question #5.

7. Is there a maximum amount that any specific location can take at one time?

Please see answer to question #5.

8. Will ASTM Level I pediatric masks be acceptable for this bid?

ASTM Level I pediatric masks will not be acceptable.

9. Why is an ASTM Level 2 or 3 mask needed for pediatrics?

To protect against fluid exposure, harmful viruses and bacteria.

10. What environment is this being used in?

These products will be used in the medical, hospital setting.

11. Are the usage numbers given for masks in “boxes” of 50? Or “Cases” of 500?

There are no usage numbers. The numbers provided are the quantities we are ordering.

12. I wanted to know is this bid for Indian business owners only?

Vendors are required to meet the definition of an Indian Economic Enterprise as outlined in

HHSAR 326.601.

13. On CLIN 3. Do you have a particular colour mask for this Bid?

There is no color preference.

14. On CLIN 2. Pediatric masks is it used for kids and small adults, and do you have a preference colour?

Please see answer to question #13.

15. Hilo is a Native Hawaiian Small Business Concern as defined under 252.226-7001, Does Hilo meet the Criteria of this set-aside (ISBEE)?

Please see answer to question #12.

16. Are offerors able to submit pricing for two of the three CLINS and still be considered for award?

17. Can an American Company, Minority owned and certified company participate in this bid?

18. Is this bid only for those who only own Indian companies? (100%).

19. Could this move to a sole source award?

No this cannot be moved to a sole source award.

20. Do ISBEEs get preference over IEEs on this solicitation?

21. Our Shipping cost is built into the unit cost for each item. Should we indicate this on our quote form?

Vendors are encouraged to provide as much information as possible in their quotes.

22. We are not an IEE company. May we still bid on the opportunity?

23. Do you only accept bids for the complete amount or may we bid on some of the quantity?

24. Can the product be made in China?

All products must meet the minimum technical and Buy American requirements.

25. Can you please clarify how we submit our past performances? Do we need to submit a separate document for this?

Vendors can submit past performance in whatever way they see fit. Please note the quotes requirements on page 35 of solicitation.

26. It was our understanding that an addendum is coming removing the current set-aside requirement, can you tell me if that addendum is coming?

We are not aware of an addendum. The set-aside requirements remain in effect.

27. I am putting in a bid for the RFQ HS 1445573, one of the item listings for submittal is lot number, we won't have that because of how we operate. Will that be a problem? And how would you like that listed?

Per solicitation Section E page 4, no partial case/package or mixed lot #’s will be accepted unless approved in advance by the Contracting Officer (CO).

28. Will you accept partial bids? E.g., Bid one or two line items, not all three.

29. Is this solicitation also meant to be a set aside for a small business under 200 employees?

30. Is the intent of the RFQ to procure a face shield that offers radiation protection, in the Radiology category, under the Regulation Medical Specialty KPY product code?

The intent is for the product to be used for protection against viruses such as COVID-19.

31. Has a minimum quantity been set that will be awarded for each CLIN if multiple firm fixed price contracts are extended? If so, what are the minimums?

No minimum quantities have been set.

32. What column should be used to enter Shipping Cost for an “Or Equal” product?

Please use the shipping cost column for both exact item and or equal products.

B. Corrections & Updates to the Solicitation:

The following corrections are made to the Statement of Work:

CLIN 1 Description is changed from

Face shield must have a forehead foam cushion and 1-inch stretch headband. Visor on the face shield must have anti-fog film, extend to the bottom of the chin, and cure around the face to offer peripheral splash protection with sufficient enough width to reach the point of the ear. Product must be listed in FDA Establishment Registration & Devise Listing database. Registration year must be either 2021 or 2022 and database listing must be as Class 1 with Product Code KPY made in the United States of America.

To

Face shield must have a forehead foam cushion and 1-inch stretch headband. Visor on the face shield must have anti-fog film, extend to the bottom of the chin, and curve around the face to offer peripheral splash protection with sufficient enough width to reach the point of the ear. Product must be listed in FDA Establishment Registration & Devise Listing database. Registration year must be either 2021 or 2022 and database listing must be as Class 1 devises made in the United States of America.

CLIN 2 Quantity Unit of Measure is changed from

Quantity: 20,000 cases of 50

Quantity: 20,000 boxes of 50

CLIN 3 Quantity Unit of Measure is changed from

Quantity: 140,000 cases of 50

Quantity: 140,000 boxes of 50

C. Closing date:

New closing date will be NLT 4 pm CST June 10th, 2022.