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2. CONTRACT NO. 3. AWARD/EFFECTIVE DATE 4. ORDER NO. 5. SOLICITATION NUMBER 6. SOLICITATION ISSUE DATE

a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NO. (No Collect Calls) 8. OFFER DUE DATE/LOCAL

TIME

9. ISSUED BY CODE 10. THIS ACQUISITION IS UNRESTRICTED OR SET ASIDE: % FOR:

SMALL BUSINESS

HUBZONE SMALL

BUSINESS

SERVICE-DISABLED

VETERAN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS

WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS

(WOSB) ELIGIBLE UNDER THE WOMEN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM

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NAICS:

SIZE STANDARD:

11. DELIVERY FOR FOB DESTINA-

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MARKED

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12. DISCOUNT TERMS

13a. THIS CONTRACT IS A

RATED ORDER UNDER

DPAS (15 CFR 700)

13b. RATING

14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

RFQ IFB RFP

15. DELIVER TO CODE 16. ADMINISTERED BY CODE

17a. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR CODE FACILITY CODE 18a. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY CODE

TELEPHONE NO. UEI: EFT:

PHONE: FAX:

17b. CHECK IF REMITTANCE IS DIFFERENT AND PUT SUCH ADDRESS IN OFFER

18b. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN BLOCK 18a UNLESS BLOCK BELOW IS CHECKED

SEE ADDENDUM

19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24.

ITEM NO. SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

(Use Reverse and/or Attach Additional Sheets as Necessary)

25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA 26. TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT (For Govt. Use Only)

27a. SOLICITATION INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-3 AND 52.212-5 ARE ATTACHED. ADDENDA ARE ARE NOT ATTACHED.

27b. CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-5 IS ATTACHED. ADDENDA ARE ARE NOT ATTACHED

28. CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO SIGN THIS DOCUMENT AND RETURN _______________ 29. AWARD OF CONTRACT: REF. ___________________________________ OFFER COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH AND DATED ________________________________. YOUR OFFER ON SOLICITATION DELIVER ALL ITEMS SET FORTH OR OTHERWISE IDENTIFIED ABOVE AND ON ANY (BLOCK 5), INCLUDING ANY ADDITIONS OR CHANGES WHICH ARE ADDITIONAL SHEETS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SPECIFIED SET FORTH HEREIN IS ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS:

30a. SIGNATURE OF OFFEROR/CONTRACTOR 31a. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER)

30b. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (TYPE OR PRINT) 30c. DATE SIGNED 31b. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (TYPE OR PRINT) 31c. DATE SIGNED

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION (REV. NOV 2021)

PREVIOUS EDITION IS NOT USABLE Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.212

7. FOR SOLICITATION

INFORMATION CALL:

STANDARD FORM 1449

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES

OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 12, 17, 23, 24, & 30

36C79122R0004 06-01-2022

Travis Zoellner travis.zoellner@va.gov 07-01-2022

15:00 MDT

Department of Veterans Affairs Commodities & Services Acquisition Svc (003B6E) 555 Corporate Circle Golden CO 80401-5621

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339112

1000 Employees

N/A

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Department of Veterans Affairs Commodities & Services Acquisition Svc

555 Corporate Circle Golden CO 80401-5621

Department of Veterans Affairs Commodities & Services Acquisition Svc (003B6E) 555 Corporate Circle Golden CO 80401-5621

Department of Veterans Affairs Commodities & Services Acquisition Svc (003B6E) 555 Corporate Circle Golden CO 80401-5621

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Blood Pressure Monitors for Home-Use

The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339112 Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees. The requirement is being competed on an unrestricted open market basis.

All Questions and concerns are due by close of Business day June 15, 2022, at 3:00 PM MT.

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36C79122R0004

Table of Contents

SECTION A

A.1 SF 1449 SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS

AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES

SECTION B - CONTINUATION OF SF 1449 BLOCKS

B.1 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

B.1.1 POINT OF CONTACT

B.1.2 KEY POINTS OF CONTACT

B.1.2.1 EDI

B.1.2.2 Customer Service Information B.1.2.3 Facsimile Transmission B.1.2.4 Email

B.1.3 CONTRACTOR REMITTANCE ADDRESS:

B.1.4 INVOICES:

B.1.4.1 GOVERNMENT INVOICE ADDRESS:

B.1.4.2 VENDOR ELECTRONIC INVOICE SUBMISSION METHODS:

B.1.4.3 VENDOR E-INVOICE SET UP INFORMATION

B.1.4.4 PROPER INVOICE SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

B.1.4.5 INVOICE REPORTING AND INQUIRY

B.1.4.6 INVOICE REPORTS

B.1.5 CONTRACT TYPE

B.1.6 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

B.1.7 PRICE SCHEDULE

B.2 STATEMENT OF WORK

B.2.1 INTRODUCTION

B.2.2 SCOPE OF WORK

Product Descriptions:

B.2.2.1 IF APPLICABLE, INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS ORGANIZATION (ISO)

and INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION (IEC)

B.2.2.2 COMMERCIAL PACKAGING

B.2.2.3 MINIMUM TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

B.2.2.4 COMMERCIAL WARRANTY

B.3 IDIQ TERMS AND CONDITIONS

B.3.1 ORDERING INFORMATION

B.3.1.1 CONTRACT ORDERING OFFICERS

B.3.1.2 COMMUNICATION OF ORDERS

B.3.2 CONTRACT MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM

B.3.3 DELIVERY AND SHIPPING REQUIREMENTS

B.3.3.1 Delivery B.3.3.2 Shipping B.3.3.3 Inspection and Acceptance

B.3.4 CONTRACT ORDERING PROCEDURES

B.3.4.1 ORDERING INFORMATION

B.3.4.2 PRODUCT REMOVAL OR RECALL

B.3.4.3 NOTIFICATION OF SUBSTITUTED AND BACK-ORDERED

B.3.4.4 PRODUCT REFRESH

B.3.4.5 REPLACEMENT WITH ALTERNATIVE SUPPLY

B.3.5 CONTRACT MODIFICATIONS

B.3.6. CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT REPORTING SYSTEM

(CPARS)

B.3.6.1 Contractor Performance Metrics

SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES

C.1 52.209-11 REPRESENTATION BY CORPORATIONS REGARDING DELINQUENT

TAX LIABILITY OR A FELONY CONVICTION UNDER ANY FEDERAL LAW (FEB 2016)

C.2 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS

AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (NOV 2021)

C.3 52.216-18 ORDERING (AUG 2020)

C.4 52.216-19 ORDER LIMITATIONS (OCT 1995)

C.5 52.216-22 INDEFINITE QUANTITY (OCT 1995)

C.6 52.217-8 OPTION TO EXTEND SERVICES (NOV 1999)

C.7 52.217-9 OPTION TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT (MAR 2000) ...28

C.8 VAAR 852.212-70 PROVISIONS AND CLAUSES APPLICABLE TO VA

ACQUISITION OF COMMERCIAL ITEMS (APR 2020)

C.9 52.225-6 TRADE AGREEMENTS CERTIFICATE (FEB 2021)

C.10 VAAR 852.219-74 LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING—MONITORING AND

COMPLIANCE (JUL 2018)

C.11 VAAR 852.203-70 COMMERCIAL ADVERTISING (MAY 2018)

C.12 VAAR 852.247-73 PACKING FOR DOMESTIC SHIPMENT (OCT 2018)

C.13 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

C.14 52.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT

STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND

COMMERCIAL SERVICES (JAN 2022) (JUL 2020) (DEVIATION)

C.15 MANDATORY WRITTEN DISCLOSURES

SECTION D - CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, OR ATTACHMENTS

SECTION E - SOLICITATION PROVISIONS

E.1 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND

COMMERCIAL SERVICES (NOV 2021)

E.2 Addendum to Instruction to Offerors

E.2.1.1. VOLUME SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS:

E.2.1.2 VOLUME, TITLE, AND PAGE LIMITATIONS

E.2.1.3 GENERAL SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

E.2.1.4 FACTOR SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

E.2 52.204-24 REPRESENTATION REGARDING CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS

AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT (NOV 2021)

E.3 52.209-2 PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH INVERTED DOMESTIC

CORPORATIONS—REPRESENTATION (NOV 2015)

E.4 52.209-5 CERTIFICATION REGARDING RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS (AUG

2020)

E.5 52.209-7 INFORMATION REGARDING RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS (OCT 2018)

E.6 52.216-1 TYPE OF CONTRACT (APR 1984)

E.7 52.233-2 SERVICE OF PROTEST (SEP 2006)

E.8 VAAR 852.233-70 PROTEST CONTENT/ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION

(OCT 2018)

E.9 VAAR 852.233-71 ALTERNATE PROTEST PROCEDURE (OCT 2018)

E.10 52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

(FEB 1998)

E.11 52.229-12 TAX ON CERTAIN FOREIGN PROCUREMENTS (FEB 2021)

E.12 52.212-2 EVALUATION—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL

SERVICES (NOV 2021)

E.13 52.212-3 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS—

COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (NOV 2021) (JUL 2020)

(DEVIATION)

SECTION B - CONTINUATION OF SF 1449 BLOCKS

B.1 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

The Commodities and Services and Acquisition Service (CSAS) Contracting Officer (CO) is responsible for providing overall scope oversight, maintaining communication between Contractors and the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), ensuring contract compliance, administering contracts and modifications, and ensuring that annual performance evaluations are completed at the contract level. Nevertheless, any CO assigned to the CSAS and acting within his/her warrant authority may take formal action on this contract when a contract action needs to be taken and the primary CO is unavailable. The CO reserves the right to designate a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) at the Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract level.

The CO shall issue a COR designation letter to the assigned individual and provide a copy to the Contractor to ensure that all parties understand the limited authority of the COR.

The CO shall issue Ordering Officer Authorization Letters to the assigned designees who are granted authority to process delivery orders under this contract. Only CSAS Contracting Officers and Ordering Officers may order products under this contract.

B.1.1 POINT OF CONTACT

All contract administration matters shall be handled by the following individuals:

CONTRACTOR: To Be Determined (TBD) at time of award

a. UEI #: Offeror TIN #: Company Name and Address: Point of Contact: Phone Number:

Email Address:

b. GOVERNMENT:

Contracting Officer (CO):

Attn.: Contracting Officer U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs National Acquisition Center (NAC) Commodities & Services Acquisition Svc. (003B6E) 555 Corporate Circle Golden, CO 80401-5621

Contract Specialist (CS):

Attn.: Contract Specialist U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs National Acquisition Center (NAC) Commodities & Services Acquisition Svc. (003B6E) 555 Corporate Circle Golden, CO 80401-5621

B.1.2 KEY POINTS OF CONTACT

The contractor shall provide all key points of contact in positions in Attachment 4-Key Points of Contact. The key points of contact specified in Attachment 4 are essential to maintaining proper contract administration. The Contracting Officer shall be notified of any changes in the key points of contact within 15 days of the change. Changes shall be submitted with an updated Attachment 4-Key Points of Contact via email.

B.1.2.1 EDI

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) capabilities for exchange of order transactions under this contract are managed through the VA Financial Service Center (FSC). If the Offeror wishes to become EDI-capable with the respect to FSC systems, the offer must complete EDI section on Attachment 4-Key Points of Contact.

B.1.2.2 Customer Service Information Contractor must provide the name, telephone number and e-mail address of individuals that can be contacted for product information, delivery status, product returns, invoicing, and payment issues, etc. by completing Attachment 4-Key Personnel. The Attachment 4-Key Points of Contact shall be provided for VA review and approval post-award.

B.1.2.3 Facsimile Transmission Indicate the telephone number(s) and point of contact where orders should be forwarded by completing Attachment 4-Key Points of Contact.

B.1.2.4 Email Indicate the individuals designated by the contractor to receive delivery orders placed via email by completing Attachment 4-Key Points of Contact.

B.1.3 CONTRACTOR REMITTANCE ADDRESS:

All payments by the Government to the Contractor will be made in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR):

[] 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer – System For Award Management, or [X] 52.232-34, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—Other than System For Award Management, or [] 52.232-36, Payment by Third Party

B.1.4 INVOICES:

Invoices shall be submitted in arrears based upon delivery and acceptance:

a. Quarterly []

b. Semi-Annually []

c. Other [X] 30 days upon acceptance of order through ROES.

B.1.4.1 GOVERNMENT INVOICE ADDRESS:

All Invoices from the Contractor shall be submitted electronically in accordance with VAAR clause 852.232-72 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests.

Regular Mail: VA Denver Logistics Center Finance Division (001AL-M1C) P.O. Box 25166 Denver, CO 80225-0166

Federal Express: VA Denver Logistics Center Finance Division (001AL-M1C) 555 Corporate Circle Golden, CO 80401

The invoices submitted for payment shall be in accordance with FAR 52.212-4(g) and shall be submitted in arrears as supplies are ordered.

B.1.4.2 VENDOR ELECTRONIC INVOICE SUBMISSION METHODS:

Electronic form means an automated system transmitting information electronically according to the accepted data transmissions below. Fax, email, and scanned documents are not acceptable forms of submission for payment requests.

(1) VA’s Electronic invoice presentment and payment system-The FSC uses a third-party contractor, Tungsten, to transition vendors from paper to electronic invoice submission. Please go to this website: http://www.tungstennetwork.com/US/en/veterans-affairs/ to begin submitting electronic invoices, for free.

(2) A system that conforms to the X12 electronic data interchange (EDI) formats established by the Accredited Standards Center (ASC) chartered by the American National Standards Institute

(ANSI)

B.1.4.3 VENDOR E-INVOICE SET UP INFORMATION

Please contact Tungsten at the phone number or email address listed below to begin submitting your electronic invoices to the VA Financial Services Center in Austin, TX for payment processing, free of charge. If you have questions about the e-invoicing program or Tungsten, please contact the FSC at the phone number or email address listed below.

(1) Tungsten e-Invoice setup information: 1-877-489-6135

(2) Tungsten e-Invoice email: VA.Registration@Tungsten-Network.com

(3) FSC e-Invoice contact information: 1-877-353-9791

(4) FSC e-Invoice email: vafsccshd@va.gov

(5) FSC e-invoice email: vafsccshd@va.gov

(6) http://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp Contractors will receive orders via Computer-to-Computer Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), FAX, or Email. The Contractor must confirm receipt of delivery orders from VA CSAS (or duly appointed ordering officers at the DLC). See B.5.4 Ordering Information for further details.

B.1.4.4 PROPER INVOICE SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Submission of a proper invoice shall include the following data:

1. Name and address of the contractor

2. Invoice date and number

3. Delivery Order No.

4. Contract No.

5. Contract Line-Item number (CLIN), description, quantity, unit of measure, price, and a total of supplies delivered.

6. Cumulative billing (per line item and total)

7. Proof of supplies delivered

8. Signature, printed name, and title of Government receiving official, and date of delivery must be included or accompany with invoice.

B.1.4.5 INVOICE REPORTING AND INQUIRY

Please direct inquires to both the Senior Accountant and Contracting Officer/Specialist:

Mail: VA Denver Logistics Center

Senior Accountant P.O. Box 25166 Denver, CO 80225-0166

Federal Express Address: 555 Corporate Circle Golden, CO 80401 Email Address: dalc.fiscal@va.gov Phone: 303-273-6230 or 303-273-6231 Fax: 303-215-9140

B.1.4.6 INVOICE REPORTS

The Contractor shall provide a quarterly invoice report. The invoice report is a report of all tendered invoices under this contract. The report should be submitted quarterly via email to the CO/COR using Attachment 5- Quarterly Invoice Report Template.

Contractors will not be compensated for the preparation and delivery of the requisite reports for the duration of the contract, including the contract base period and all option periods and extended performance periods if applicable.

B.1.5 CONTRACT TYPE

The objective is to award a single firm fixed price, indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract. The IDIQ contract will be for one (1) year base period and four (4) one-year option periods. Option periods will or will not be exercised at the sole discretion of the Government.

Orders issued under this contract will be firm-fixed price. The contractor shall provide the supplies and resources necessary to accomplish the requirements described in the contract.

B.1.6 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The period of performance for this contract are from the date of award through four options periods of one year each. Estimated period of performance is below:

Base Year: August 1, 2022 to July 31, 2023 Option Period One (1): August 1, 2023 to July 31, 2024 Option Period Two (2): August 1, 2024 to July 31, 2025 Option Period Three (3): August 1, 2025 to July 31, 2026 Option Period Four (4): August 1, 2026 to July 31, 2027

B.1.7 PRICE SCHEDULE

Offers shall submit with proposal documents Attachment 1- ABPM Price Schedule which will be incorporated into the contract upon award and used to complete the Item Information Table below.

ITEM INFORMATION

ITEM

NUMBER

DESCRIPTION OF

SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 6,738.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ SMALL Cuff (fits arm 16cm -24cm or 6.3”-9.4”) and AC Adapter Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2022 POP End: 07-31-2023

0002 123,906.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ MEDIUM Cuff fits arm 23cm -37cm or 9.0”-14.6” and AC Adapter Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2022 POP End: 07-31-2023

0003 78,983.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ LARGE Cuff (fits arm 31cm -45cm or 12.2”-17.7”) and AC Adapter Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2022 POP End: 07-31-2023

0004 233,668.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ WIDE RANGE Cuff (fits arm 22cm-42cm or 8.6”-16.5”) and AC Adapter Contract Period: Base POP Begin: 08-01-2022 POP End: 07-31-2023

1001 6,805.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ SMALL Cuff (fits arm 16cm -24cm or 6.3”-9.4”) and AC Adapter Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 08-01-2023 POP End: 07-31-2024

1002 125,145.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ MEDIUM Cuff fits arm 23cm -37cm or 9.0”-14.6” and AC Adapter Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 08-01-2023 POP End: 07-31-2024

1003 79,773.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ LARGE Cuff (fits arm 31cm -45cm or 12.2”-17.7”) and AC Adapter Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 08-01-2023

POP End: 07-31-2024

1004 236,005.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ WIDE RANGE Cuff (fits arm 22cm-42cm or 8.6”-16.5”) and AC Adapter Contract Period: Option 1 POP Begin: 08-01-2023 POP End: 07-31-2024

2001 6,873.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ SMALL Cuff (fits arm 16cm -24cm or 6.3”-9.4”) and AC Adapter Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025

2002 125,145.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ MEDIUM Cuff fits arm 23cm -37cm or 9.0”-14.6” and AC Adapter Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025

2003 80,571.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ LARGE Cuff (fits arm 31cm -45cm or 12.2”-17.7”) and AC Adapter Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025

2004 238,365.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ WIDE RANGE Cuff (fits arm 22cm-42cm or 8.6”-16.5”) and AC Adapter Contract Period: Option 2 POP Begin: 08-01-2024 POP End: 07-31-2025

3001 6,942.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ SMALL Cuff (fits arm 16cm -24cm or 6.3”-9.4”) and AC Adapter Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026

3002 127,660.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ MEDIUM Cuff fits arm 23cm -37cm or 9.0”-14.6” and AC Adapter Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026

3003 81,376.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ LARGE Cuff (fits arm 31cm -45cm or 12.2”-17.7”) and AC Adapter Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026

3004 240,748.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ WIDE RANGE Cuff (fits arm 22cm-42cm or 8.6”-16.5”) and AC Adapter Contract Period: Option 3 POP Begin: 08-01-2025 POP End: 07-31-2026

4001 7,012.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ SMALL Cuff (fits arm 16cm -24cm or 6.3”-9.4”) and AC Adapter Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027

4002 128,937.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ MEDIUM Cuff fits arm 23cm -37cm or 9.0”-14.6” and AC Adapter Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027

4003 82,190.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ LARGE Cuff (fits arm 31cm -45cm or 12.2”-17.7”) and AC Adapter Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027

4004 243,156.00 EA __________________ __________________

Blood Pressure Monitor w/ WIDE RANGE Cuff (fits arm 22cm-42cm or 8.6”-16.5”) and AC Adapter Contract Period: Option 4 POP Begin: 08-01-2026 POP End: 07-31-2027

GRAND TOTAL __________________

B.2 STATEMENT OF WORK

B.2.1 INTRODUCTION

Prosthetic & Sensory Aid Services (PSAS) role is to provide comprehensive support to optimize health and independence of the Veteran. PSAS has identified Blood Pressure Monitors for Home Use as a uniform preferred product for continued consolidated contracting. The purpose of consolidated contracting is to obtain user uniformity and quality products at competitive prices. This standardization initiative is in accordance with VHA’s PCMP Charter signed by the Under Secretary for Health on February 9, 2001.

VA's purpose under this solicitation and resulting contract is to obtain blood pressure monitors with cuffs while securing a continuous supply of products. These products are purchased by the VA CSAS and Denver Logistics Center (DLC) for stocking, distribution, and assignment to individual VA medical facilities and subsequent issue to Veteran patients. This provides the contractor with a single point of contact for all ordering activity under the contract.

VA DLC’s Remote Order Entry System (ROES) will electronically place purchase/delivery orders to awarded contractor for restocking via designated Ordering Officers (OO). ROES allows for a streamlined ordering process and increases operating efficiency while providing greater transparency among stakeholders. Additional orders may be placed by the CO and duly appointed OOs to replenish depleted stock.

B.2.2 SCOPE OF WORK

The contractor shall provide an uninterrupted source of supply of Automatic Blood Pressure Monitors and Cuff that meet or exceed the specifications and deliver within the terms of the contract. Delivery shall take place within 30 calendar days of the ROES delivery order issuance.

The delivery orders placed through ROES shall indicate the specific items ordered, item quantities, and all necessary delivery and payment procedures.

Product Descriptions:

An Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor and Cuff is a device that works by inflating a cuff around the upper arm to temporarily stop the flow of blood in an artery. As air is slowly released from the cuff, the device records the pressure at which blood begins to flow again. Blood pressure is recorded as two measurements.

The first number is the systolic pressure. Systolic pressure represents the peak blood pressure that occurs when the heart contracts.

The second number is the diastolic pressure. Diastolic pressure represents the lowest blood pressure that occurs when the heart relaxes between beats.

The results are displayed in digital format on a screen and may be saved to the machine for later reference.

B.2.2.1 IF APPLICABLE, INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS ORGANIZATION (ISO)

and INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION (IEC) The Contractor shall not have any outstanding actions from the ISO, IEC or other regulatory agencies or unresolved ISO, or IEC warning letters on the manufacturing processes or quality control issues involving the products covered by this contract within the last three years. VA will require proof from the Contractors that the ISO, or IEC issues have been resolved. A letter to the Contractor from the regulatory agency, ISO or IEC will meet this requirement. Items involved in a recall cannot be added into this contract via modification until the recall is resolved. A distributor shall obtain ISO or IEC warning and resolution letters from its authorized manufacturer, as applicable. However, once the contract is in effect, if the Contractor is found to have an issue from ISO, IEC or other regulatory agencies, the Contractor shall notify the CO of the issue and resolution.

B.2.2.2 COMMERCIAL PACKAGING

Items supplied under the contract shall be individually commercially packaged in a manner which insures arrival at destination in a satisfactory condition (not damaged due to packaging failures during normal handling) for further redistribution to individual users.

Packaging should not include cross-selling literature for other products.

B.2.2.3 MINIMUM TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

The following salient characteristics must be met by all automatic blood pressure monitors and cuff model sizes offered under this solicitation and resulting contract:

1. Automatic upper arm blood pressure monitors to be used approximately 5 times per day.

2. Automatic means user completes one operation after placing the cuff on the arm, (i.e., presses a button). The unit automatically inflates, deflates, and displays the blood pressure and has an easy to use on/off function.

3. Includes the monitor and cuff.

4. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) or Light-Emitting Diode (LED) read out window displays systolic and diastolic blood pressures in mmHg with pulse rate in beats per minute (BPM).

5. Display window must be at least 1 inch by 2 inches for easy viewing via VA Video Connect (VVC).

6. Documentation demonstrating that blood pressure measurements determined with the device are equivalent to those obtained by a trained observer using the cuff/stethoscope auscultation method within the limits prescribed by the American National Standards Institute/ Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (ANSI/AAMI SP10) for electronic sphygmomanometers.

7. Monitor must be backlit.

8. The device must have an average reading feature. This will enable the device to provide the average blood pressure from numerous blood pressure readings.

9. Pressure rating indicator with “normal” “slightly elevated” “elevated” using the American Heart Association recommendations.

10. Irregular heartbeat indicator

11. Unit must be battery operated and include all batteries required to initially operate the unit.

12. Unit includes AC port and AC adapter for use in United States standard power outlet.

13. Arm cuff must be well marked with a symbol for placing sensor on the brachial artery.

14. Proper fit range indicator and cuff size is imprinted on the cuff. Must fit the following circumference range: 16 cm – 44 cm.

Small Cuff (fits arms approximately 16 cm to 25 cm). Indicate size and title of cuff with description of offered item.

Medium Cuff (fits arms approximately 23 cm to 37 cm). Indicate size and title of cuff with description of offered item.

Large Cuff (fits arms approximately 31 cm to 44 cm). Indicate size and title of cuff with description of offered item.

Wide/extended Range Cuff (fit arms approximately 22 cm to 42 cm). Indicate size and title of cuff with description of offered item.

15. Latex free cuff and tubing.

16. Flexible, soft cuff with standard D ring that is easy to put on and conforms to the arm.

17. Unit must have a memory function and can store and retrieve at least 60 readings.

18. Memory must record date and time stamp for each result.

19. Must include carrying case.

20. Copy of 510(k) Premarket Notification Approval.

21. Instruction Manual(s) for each Blood pressure monitor, and cuff offered. Must be written in English and Spanish.

22. Provide Toll Free Customer Service number from 8:00 am Eastern to 5:00 pm Pacific.

B.2.2.4 COMMERCIAL WARRANTY

The Contractor warrants the Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor will be free from manufactured defects for a period of three (3) years and will conform to all requirements of this contract. This warranty covers all aspects of the product supplied. Normal “wear and tear” is excluded from this warranty.

The contractor shall provide a point of contact in the appropriate box on Attachment 4 “Key Points of Contact” for the Denver Logistics Center to initiate the warranty process.

B.3 IDIQ TERMS AND CONDITIONS

B.3.1 ORDERING INFORMATION

Supply chain management issues are handled by the Denver Logistics Center (DLC). The DLC is paramount in the ordering, receiving, and supply distribution process. The DLC will issue ROES delivery orders to the contractor which shall indicate the specific item(s) ordered, the quantities of the item(s) ordered, and all necessary delivery and invoicing procedures.

B.3.1.1 CONTRACT ORDERING OFFICERS

(a) The Contractor shall provide the products specified in the schedule directly to the VA, DLC at the prices awarded herein and under the terms and conditions set forth in the contract upon receipt of a delivery order signed by an OO and or CSAS CO with purchasing authority on behalf of the DLC.

(b) VA DLC is the only entity with authorization to place orders against the contract(s). DLC delivery orders will be sent electronically or faxed to the Contractor. Upon receipt of delivery order from the DLC, the Contractor shall fulfill the order and ship the items to the DLC address noted in B.3.3 Delivery and Shipping Requirements below. Delivery is F.O.B destination.

B.3.1.2 COMMUNICATION OF ORDERS

The contractor shall confirm receipt of delivery orders (Computer to Computer Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Email or FAX) from VA CSAS CO and/or OO within two (2) business days.

B.3.2 CONTRACT MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM

The minimum guaranteed amount is $5,000. The Government’s obligation for the minimum guaranteed amount applies only in year one ordering period of the contract. If the Contractor receives total orders for less than the minimum amount in year one, the Government will pay the difference between the amount ordered and the minimum amount guaranteed for the year one ordering period of the contract; this payment may only occur once, not annually.

The Government has no obligation to award orders beyond the minimum guaranteed amount.

In accordance with FAR 16.504(a)(4)(ii), the maximum aggregate value for all orders awarded under this contract shall not exceed $82,846,420.00

B.3.3 DELIVERY AND SHIPPING REQUIREMENTS

B.3.3.1 Delivery

(a) Delivery schedule specified on delivery orders issued against resultant contract is the date material is due, not the shipping date. Orders may be shipped early to ensure delivery prior to the due date. All orders must be received within 30 days after receipt of orders.

(b) Partial deliveries are authorized; however, the complete order is due within the agreed contract delivery period. Any items not received within the agreed period will be considered delinquent.

(c) Deliveries to VA DLC can be made to the following address:

Department of Veterans Affairs Denver Logistics Center 555 Corporate Circle Golden CO 80401-5621

(d) Urgent Delivery. Urgent Delivery may be required. When required is will be specified in the delivery order. When the contract delivery schedule does not specify urgent delivery requirements, the VA CSAS may contact the Contractor for the purpose of obtaining accelerated delivery. The Contractor shall reply to the inquiry within one (1) workday after receipt (The Contractor shall confirm telephonic replies in writing). If the Contractor agrees to accelerate the delivery, the Government agrees to pay the difference between Standard and expedited freight costs for urgent delivery. Any additional requirements shall be specified on the individual delivery order.

B.3.3.2 Shipping All items on the delivery order will be shipped to “ship-to” address designated on the order. The shipping container shall be clearly marked to indicate the following:

(1) Vendor Name and address

(2) VA Purchase/Delivery Order Number

(3) Vendor Part Number(s)

A packing list, which includes the description of material shipped, including the contract number, Delivery order number, name of item, item number, quantity, number of containers, and package number (if any). If the shipment is a partial shipment, the packing list must indicate the quantity(ies) delivered and the balance remaining to be delivered.

If more than one order is shipped per container, each order shall be packaged in a separate container or package and must contain an individual packing list, as specified above, for that order.

Items supplied under the contract shall be individually commercially packaged with Serial Number indicated on the outer individual item box which insures arrival at destination in a satisfactory condition (not damaged due to packaging failures during normal handling) for further redistribution to individual users. Packaging shall not include cross-selling literature for other products, which have not been specifically awarded.

B.3.3.3 Inspection and Acceptance The acceptance paragraph in FAR 52.212-4(a) is based upon the assumption that the Government will rely on the Contractor’s assurances that the commercial item tendered for acceptance conforms to the IDIQ requirements. The Government’s inspection of commercial items will not prejudice its other rights under the acceptance paragraph.

B.3.4 CONTRACT ORDERING PROCEDURES

B.3.4.1 ORDERING INFORMATION

VA CSAS COs or duly appointed DLC OOs at the DLC are authorized to place delivery orders directly with the Contractor. Delivery orders will include the specific item description, item quantities and product number contained in the contract. Delivery orders will also provide delivery information and any other special instructions in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract.

Purchases made under this contract by the VA CSAS CO or by duly appointed ordering officers at the DLC, for delivery to the address shown in B.3.3.1, will be made at the contract price, which includes shipping. All delivery orders shall be subject to the terms and conditions of this contract.

In the event of any conflicts between contract and delivery order terms shall resolved giving preference to the contract.

B.3.4.2 PRODUCT REMOVAL OR RECALL

Any supplies or parts thereof corrected or furnished in replacement shall be subject to the conditions of this section to the same extent as supplies initially delivered. The warranty shall be equal in duration to the term contractor offers and shall run from the date of the delivery of the corrected or replaced supplies. “When supplies are returned to the Contractor because of a product removal or recall, the Contractor shall be responsible for all shipping costs to include shipping on replacement product if necessary.” The following steps shall immediately be taken by the Contractor or manufacturer:

(a) Notify the DLC Director at the following address:

Director, VA Denver Logistics Center PO Box 25166 Denver, CO, 80225-1709

Physical Address Director, VA Denver Logistics Center 555 Corporate Circle Golden, CO 80401

Main Phone Line: 303.273.6250 Main Fax Line: 303.215.9072

This notification shall be in writing, by the most expeditious manner possible. Provide two copies of the notification, which shall include, but not be limited to the following:

1) Complete item description and/or identification, order numbers for customers and the contract number assigned because of an award on this solicitation.

2) Reasons for modifications, removal, or recall.

3) Necessary instructions for return for credit, replacement, or corrective action.

(b) Send a copy of the notification in (a) above to:

Manager, Product Recall Office National Center for Patient Safety Veterans Health Administration 24 Frank Lloyd Wright Drive, Lobby M Ann Arbor, MI 48106

(c) Provide the above information to all Government agencies and VA Facilities who purchased the product.

(d) Provide a copy of the notification in (a) above to the current Contracting Officer, along with a list of all Government agencies and/or VA facilities notified.

B.3.4.3 NOTIFICATION OF SUBSTITUTED AND BACK-ORDERED

The Contractor shall notify the authorized purchaser point of contact within one (1) business day for non-emergency orders and within four (4) hours of an emergency order if any parts/materials cannot be delivered in accordance with the individual delivery order requirements. To ensure that the correct items are shipped, the Contractor shall not substitute items without prior approval by order point of contact. Instances where the Contractor cannot meet the Government’s requirement(s), the Contractor shall notify the order point of contact of the shortest delivery period available. If the Contractor’s shortest delivery period is not acceptable to the Government, the Government reserves the right to procure the item(s) from other sources.

The contractor agrees to supply established item(s) to satisfy the Government’s requirement when an order is placed under the contract during the duration of the effective period of the contract. If, however, contractor determines to terminate production or supply of the selected item and contemplates replacement with alternative item, the Government reserves the right to evaluate the potential replacement item(s). There is no guarantee that the Government will evaluate any replacement item(s) favorably. If the Government determines the replacement item(s) as unacceptable, the individual item(s) may be cancelled.

B.3.4.4 PRODUCT REFRESH

Product refresh is when a current CLIN is no longer being manufactured due to obsolescence and the product item is being replaced with a newer, and more often, a superior version of the same item. The current CLIN product will be revised to reflect the refreshed product information, manufacturer’s part number, etc.

The Government reserves the right to not accept the products offered under product refresh.

The contractor will be notified in writing if a product refresh is not accepted. All products offered shall be provided with the warranty that is agreed upon for this contract. See Section B.2.2.4 Commercial Warranty.

The contractor agrees to ensure that all upgraded improved/replaced products meet American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Federal requirements.

The offerors shall submit descriptive literature that meets or exceeds the minimum technical specifications of this solicitation as stated in section B.2.2.3 Minimum Technical Requirements.

Note: Descriptive Literature, as used in this provision, means information (e.g. illustrations, drawings, product documentation and brochures) that is submitted as part of the proposal.

Descriptive literature is required to establish details of the product offered such as the minimum technical requirements and functions described in B.2.2.3 and pertain to significant elements such as design, materials, components, performance characteristics and functions along with methods of manufacturing and assembly.

Descriptive literature shall provide general information pertaining to product characteristics and or explanations of product operation in enough detail to enable evaluation of the product. Notes within a manufacturers or dealer’s catalog do not meet this requirement.

Current Commercial Price List that demonstrates that the products offered are available commercially. If the product is provided on the Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) then submit a copy of the FSS product list.

The Product Warranty Information shall be provided and addresses the length and terms of the warranty per product. Must meet a minimum three (3) year. The offeror shall submit Attachment 2 – Detailed Product Information for CLINs. The request shall be submitted in writing to the COR, with a copy to the CS and CO, for review and recommendation of approval to be submitted to the CO. The contractor shall be limited to one (1) product refresh request per calendar year. If approved by the Government, the CO shall prepare a bilateral modification for execution.

B.3.4.5 REPLACEMENT WITH ALTERNATIVE SUPPLY

The Contractor agrees to supply established item(s) to satisfy the Government’s requirement when an order is placed under the contract during the duration of the effective period of the contract. If, however, Contractor determines to terminate production or supply of the selected item and contemplates replacement with alternative item, the Government reserves the right to evaluate the potential replacement item(s). There is no guarantee that the Government will evaluate any replacement item(s) favorably. If the Government determines the replacement item(s) as unacceptable, the individual item(s) may be cancelled.

B.3.5 CONTRACT MODIFICATIONS

The IDIQ contract may only be modified by written modification, executed by a CSAS warranted CO. The Contractor shall not provide products that are not expressly awarded in the contract or order. Any changes to the terms and conditions of the contract shall be accomplished via bilateral modification.

B.3.6. CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT REPORTING SYSTEM

(CPARS)

The Contractor’s performance on the IDIQ will be reported to the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) on an annual basis. The CO and COR will make use of information from Attachment 7 – Contractor Discrepancy Reports (CDRs), as well as any additional knowledge and information available to them with respect to the Contractor’s performance, to complete the CPARS. Contractors shall familiarize themselves with the CPARS process and be prepared to respond to reports entered by the CO and COR.

B.3.6.1 Contractor Performance Metrics The performance requirement summary below defines the performance standards and acceptable performance levels associated with this IDIQ contract and resulting orders. The Contractor’s performance shall be evaluated based on standards in table below.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENT SUMMARY TABLE

Performance Objectives

Section Performance Standard

(AQL)

Method of Performance

Submit Invoice Reports

Section 1.4 Accurate reports are delivered within two

(2) business days to appropriate government contact 90% of time.

- Review reports by COR and

CO

Respond to all incoming orders in timely manner in accordance to PWS.

Section 3.1.2 At least 95% of orders must be acknowledged from first contact.

- Review CDRs.

- Reviewed automated systems data.

SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES

C.1 52.209-11 REPRESENTATION BY CORPORATIONS REGARDING

DELINQUENT TAX LIABILITY OR A FELONY CONVICTION UNDER ANY

FEDERAL LAW (FEB 2016)

(a) As required by sections 744 and 745 of Division E of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. L. 113-235), and similar provisions, if contained in subsequent appropriations acts, the Government will not enter into a contract with any corporation that—

(1) Has any unpaid Federal tax liability that has been assessed, for which all judicial and administrative remedies have been exhausted or have lapsed, and that is not being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement with the authority responsible for collecting the tax liability, where the awarding agency is aware of the unpaid tax liability, unless an agency has considered suspension or debarment of the corporation and made a determination that suspension or debarment is not necessary to protect the interests of the Government; or

(2) Was convicted of a felony criminal violation under any Federal law within the preceding 24 months, where the awarding agency is aware of the conviction, unless an agency has considered suspension or debarment of the corporation and made a determination that this action is not necessary to protect the interests of the Government.

(b) The Offeror represents that—

(1) It is [ ] is not [ ] a corporation that has any unpaid Federal tax liability that has been assessed, for which all judicial and administrative remedies have been exhausted or have lapsed, and that is not being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement with the authority responsible for collecting the tax liability; and

(2) It is [ ] is not [ ] a corporation that was convicted of a felony criminal violation under a Federal law within the preceding 24 months.

(End of Provision)

C.2 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS—COMMERCIAL

PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (NOV 2021)

(a) Inspection/Acceptance. The Contractor shall only tender for acceptance those items that conform to the requirements of this contract. The Government reserves the right to inspect or test any supplies or services that have been tendered for acceptance. The Government may require repair or replacement of nonconforming supplies or reperformance of nonconforming services at no increase in contract price. If repair/replacement or reperformance will not correct the defects or is not possible, the Government may seek an equitable price reduction or adequate consideration for acceptance of nonconforming supplies or services. The Government must exercise its post-acceptance rights—

(1) Within a reasonable time after the defect was discovered or should have been discovered;

and

(2) Before any substantial change occurs in the condition of the item, unless the change is due to the defect in the item.

(b) Assignment. The Contractor or its assignee may assign its rights to receive payment due as a result of performance of this contract to a bank, trust company, or other financing institution, including any Federal lending agency in accordance with the Assignment of Claims Act (31 U.S.C. 3727). However, when a third party makes payment (e.g., use of the Governmentwide commercial purchase card), the Contractor may not assign its rights to receive payment under this contract.

(c) Changes. Changes in the terms and conditions of this contract may be made only by written agreement of the parties.

(d) Disputes. This contract is subject to 41 U.S.C. chapter 71, Contract Disputes. Failure of the parties to this contract to reach agreement on any request for equitable adjustment, claim, appeal or action arising under or relating to this contract shall be a dispute to be resolved in accordance with the clause at Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.233-1, Disputes, which is incorporated herein by reference. The Contractor shall proceed diligently with performance of this contract, pending final resolution of any dispute arising under the contract.

(e) Definitions. The clause at FAR 52.202-1, Definitions, is incorporated herein by reference.

(f) Excusable delays. The Contractor shall be liable for default unless nonperformance is caused by an occurrence beyond the reasonable control of the Contractor and without its fault or negligence such as, acts of God or the public enemy, acts of the Government in either its sovereign or contractual capacity, fires, floods, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, strikes, unusually severe weather, and delays of common carriers. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer in writing as soon as it is reasonably possible after the commencement of any excusable delay, setting forth the full particulars in connection therewith, shall remedy such occurrence with all reasonable dispatch, and shall promptly give written notice to the Contracting Officer of the cessation of such occurrence.

(g) Invoice.

(1) The Contractor shall submit an original invoice and three copies (or electronic invoice, if authorized) to the address designated in the contract to receive invoices. An invoice must include—

(i) Name and address of the Contractor;

(ii) Invoice date and number;

(iii) Contract number, line item number and, if applicable, the order number;

(iv) Description, quantity, unit of measure, unit price and extended price of the items delivered;

(v) Shipping number and date of shipment, including the bill of lading number and weight of shipment if shipped on Government bill of lading;

(vi) Terms of any discount for prompt payment offered;

(vii) Name and address of official to whom payment is to be sent;

(viii) Name, title, and phone number of person to notify in event of defective invoice; and

(ix) Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN). The Contractor shall include its TIN on the invoice only if required elsewhere in this contract.

(x) Electronic funds transfer (EFT) banking information.

(A) The Contractor shall include EFT banking information on the invoice only if required elsewhere in this contract.

(B) If EFT banking information is not required to be on the invoice, in order for the invoice to be a proper invoice, the Contractor shall have submitted correct EFT banking information in accordance with the applicable solicitation provision, contract clause (e.g., 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—System for Award Management, or 52.232-34, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—Other Than System for Award Management), or applicable agency procedures.

(C) EFT banking information is not required if the Government waived the requirement to pay by EFT.

(2) Invoices will be handled in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act (31 U.S.C. 3903) and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) prompt payment regulations at 5 CFR part 1315.

(h) Patent indemnity. The Contractor shall indemnify the Government and its officers, employees and agents against liability, including costs, for actual or alleged direct or contributory infringement of, or inducement to infringe, any United States or foreign patent, trademark or copyright, arising out of the performance of this contract, provided the Contractor is reasonably notified of such claims and proceedings.

(i) Payment.—

(1) Items accepted. Payment shall be made for items accepted by the Government that have been delivered to the delivery destinations set forth in this contract.

(2) Prompt payment. The Government will make payment in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act (31 U.S.C. 3903) and prompt payment regulations at 5 CFR part 1315.

(3) Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). If the Government makes payment by EFT, see 52.212- 5(b) for the appropriate EFT clause.

(4) Discount. In connection with any discount offered for early payment, time shall be computed from the date of the invoice.