6515--NX EQ Thermometers: Electronic, Infrared, Ear (VA-20-00039930)

Solicitation Number:

36C10G20Q0038

Notice Type:

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Synopsis:

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for Brand name or equal commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.6, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation number 36C10G20Q0038 is issued for this combined synopsis/solicitation; this solicitation is being issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). This combined synopsis/solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2019-01, dated 20 Dec 2018.

Description:

A single-award Firm-Fixed Price Requirements contract will be awarded for the purchase of Brand Name or Equal equipment in accordance with all terms, conditions, provisions, specifications, and schedule of this solicitation herein. Quotes shall contain the terms for cost/price and technical capabilities of the Brand Name or Equal equipment. The Government reserves the right to award without discussions.

The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339112 Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing and the associated size standard is 1,000 employees. This procurement action is issued unrestricted.

This acquisition is for a single-award Firm-Fixed Price Requirements contract in accordance with FAR Part 16.5 for brand name or equal Welch Allyn Electronic Infrared Ear Thermometers Braun ThermoScan PRO 6000® as identified in ATTACHMENT A PRICE SCHEDULE INFRARED EAR THERMOMETER. All interested companies shall provide a quote for all Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) listed in ATTACHMENT A PRICE SCHEDULE INFRARED EAR THERMOMETER.

1. SCOPE OF WORK:

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program has identified Electronic Infrared Ear Thermometers as a candidate for a VA-wide (otherwise referred to as national ) single Requirements contract award. Welch Allyn Electronic Infrared Ear Thermometers Braun ThermoScan PRO 6000® allow users to measure body temperature quickly and noninvasively by inserting a probe into the ear canal. These thermometers can be used on unconscious or uncooperative patients. They offer a less stressful method of taking temperature for both nurses and patients, especially when they are used in place of rectal-temperature thermometers. Electronic Infrared Ear Thermometers can, in many instances, provide a more convenient means of temperature measurement in emergency departments, surgical recovery rooms, and other patient care areas.

The Contractor must demonstrate the ability to meet all requirements for the solicitation. The objective is to provide Electronic Infrared Ear Thermometers to be used by clinicians throughout the VA medical centers and facilities. The period of performance is for one (1) 12-month base period with two (2) twelve (12) month option periods.

2. REQUIREMENT

This requirement will be IAW FAR clause 52.211-6, Brand Name or Equal which requires the quoter indicate that each product being offered as an equal product to the Welch Allyn Electronic Infrared Ear Thermometers Braun ThermoScan PRO 6000®. For each equal product, the offeror must include a description reflecting the salient characteristics (SC) and level of quality that will satisfy the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics of the equal product(s) specified in the solicitation. The quoter must also clearly identify the item by brand name (if any) and make/model number. Finally, the quoter must include descriptive literature, such as illustrations, drawings, or a clear reference to previously furnished descriptive data or information available to the contracting officer, and clearly describe any modifications it plans to make to a product to make it conform to the solicitation requirements.

Contract Line Items

Manufacture

Part Number

Description

0001

Welch Allyn

06000-200

Braun ThermoScan PRO 6000 and Small/One-box Cradle

0002

Welch Allyn

06000-300

Braun ThermoScan PRO 6000 and Large/Two-box Cradle

0003

Welch Allyn

06000-100

Optional Braun ThermoScan PRO 6000 Charging Station (includes Rechargeable Battery Pack)

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking vendors who can provide Welch Allyn Electronic Infrared Ear Thermometers Braun ThermoScan PRO 6000® as listed above or equal commodities which meet all the following salient characteristics:

SC #

SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS

METHOD OF EVALUATION

CLINs

Location in Literature

SC 1

The unit shall consist of a one-piece thermometer and base/cradle.

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SC 2

Shall have a minimum measurement range of at least 33°C to 42°C (80° to 108°F).

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SC 3

Shall have Automatic shut-off capability.

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SC4

Shall provide a temperature measurement in a minimum of 2-3 seconds.

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0001 & 0002

SC 5

Shall have a minimum accuracy range of 0.3°C.

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SC 6

Shall have an LCD (liquid crystal display) display.

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SC 7

Shall have a Memory recall button.

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SC 8

Shall have a C/F (Celsius/Fahrenheit) conversion button.

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