NOI_Lens_Polishing_SL1.doc

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

NAVAL MEDICAL LOGISTICS COMMAND

NOTICE OF INTENT

The Naval Medical Logistics Command (NMLC) intends to negotiate on a sole source basis (IAW FAR 13.501(a)) Sole source (including brand name) acquisitions. The proposed source is Satisloh North America, Inc., N106 W13131 Bradley Way Suite 200, Germantown, WI, 53022-4442. The requiring activity is the Naval Ophthalmic Support & Training Activity (NOSTRA). The proposed acquisition is for an automated, computer numerical controlled (CNC) lens polishing system.

The system shall be capable of processing all organic materials and lens formats, such as high index plastic, CR-39, Trivex, and polycarbonate material lenses. The unit shall be capable of processing two lenses at one time. The polisher shall be compatible with existing Lab Management RX Software (VisionStar). Through the connection to VisionStar, the system shall be capable of identifying lens curvature, allowing automated polishing tool selection and use. To allow for the most semi-autonomous workflow, the unit shall have at least 20 different specialized lens tools on reserve for the automated polishing system. The system shall be capable of cleaning and drying each lens after polishing processes. The solution, provided by the vendor, shall include the necessary polishing slurry and slurry feed system. The unit shall be capable of equally distributing polish slurry. A polish slurry chiller shall be included with the automated, computer numerical controlled (CNC) lens polishing system.

The system shall have the ability to cohesively operate with the installed base of NOSTRA lens polishers. The systems shall be capable of integrating with the water main, compressed air, and power supply of the optical laboratory. Power input requirements are 200V-480V, 50/60 Hz, 30A, three phase. Air source input requirements can be no higher than 90 psi, or about 6 bar.

Vendor shall be an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) authorized dealer, authorized distributor or authorized reseller for the proposed equipment/system, such that OEM warranty and service are provided and maintained by the OEM. All software licensing, warranty, and service associated with the equipment/system shall be in accordance with the OEM terms and conditions.

The system, including claims made for the product, shall be compliant with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, in respect to marketing and delivering medical products for use in the United States of America. These requirements shall apply even if delivery is requested outside of the United States of America.

Upon delivery, the vendor shall be responsible for uncrating the unit/system, transporting it through the facility to the location of intended use for installation, and removing of all trash created in this process. If interim storage is required, the vendor shall make arrangements for the storage. The system shall be installed in compliance with OSHA requirements.

This acquisition is being conducted in accordance with FAR Part 12 and FAR 13. There are no set-aside restrictions for this requirement. The intended procurement will be classified under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 339115 with a Small Business Size Standard of 1,000. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals and no solicitation document exists for the requirement. Sources interested in responding to this notice are required to submit a capability statement that includes technical data and price information, in sufficient detail and with convincing evidence that clearly demonstrates the capability to perform the required work. Capability statements shall not exceed 5 (8.5 x 11 inch) pages using a font size no smaller than 10-point. All capability statements received by the due date of this notice will be considered by the Government. A request for documentation or additional information or submissions that only ask questions will not be considered as an affirmative response. A determination by the Government not to compete based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement or to proceed with a sole source purchase order.

If a vendor challenges the basis of this requirement, please email product capability statements (formats for submission: PDF, MS Word, or MS Excel) to Andrew Hampton at andrew.a.hampton3.civ@mail.mil. Closing date for challenges is no later than 3:00 PM. ET on 01 Aug 2016. No phone calls will be accepted.