6515--SPS Steam Sterilizer

(i) This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Brand Name or Equal, SPS Steam Sterilizer, as prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Subpart 12.6, 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. A firm-fixed price purchase order is anticipated.

The solicitation number is 36C24420Q0875 and is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ).

The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2020-06 dated 07/20/2020.

This solicitation is set aside 100% for Service-Disabled Veteran Own Small Business and the associated NAICS code 3391113 has a small business size standard of 1,000 employees.

Schedule of Requirement/CLINS

Statement of Need and Salient Characteristics

This requirement is a BRAND NAME OR EQUAL to Getinge.

Statement of Need for: Sterile Processing Service

Introduction

The Department of Veteran Affairs Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre, Sterile Processing Service has determined the need to purchase (1) steam sterilizer, sized 21x21x38, for the use of terminally sterilizing Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) for the medical facility.

Justification:

The Sterile Processing Service is proposing a purchase of (1) steam sterilizer, sized 21x21x38, for use to terminally sterilize Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) for the medical facility. This will replace the current unit; consistently in lock out for repair for the same issues and codes for a period of no less than 3 years. This consistent failure in operation is rendering the unit unreliable and has affected production in the service, resulting in Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) not being returned to the end user in a timely fashion. The unit is also producing non-conformities of product; such as wet-packs and discoloration to the peel packs. These non-conformities render the product useless while creating unnecessary reprocessing; adding extra costs, time and use of labor.

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DESCRIPTION/SUPPLIES/SERVICES

QTY

UNIT PRICE

TOTAL AWARD

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MODEL 533HC-E IS A MICROCOMPUTER CONTROLLED STEAM STERILIZER THAT OFFERS THE OPTION OF EITHER PRE-VACUUM OR GRAVITY DISPLACEMENT CYCLES FOR STERILIZATION OF MEDICAL DEVICES.

1

0002

CABINET

1

0003

500-SERIES PREVAC/GRAVITY 38" LOAD CAR-WIRE RACK STYLE

2

0004

SMART FHT TROLLEY FOR 500 SERIES STERILIZER

2

0005

INTALL 500 HC/LS STERILIZER AND REMOVE EXISTING STERILIZER STANDARD INSTALL HOURS NON-UNION

1

0006

AFTER HOURS INSTALL PREMIUM TIME... ADD TO STANDARD INSTALL HOURS

1

0007

DISPOSAL OF THE OLD STERILIZER

1

TOTAL

Salient Characteristics:

Microcomputer controlled steam sterilizer

Option of either pre-vacuum or gravity displacement cycles for sterilization of medical devices

Powered by house steam and water-ejector vacuum

At least 8.4-inch touch-panel control interface

At least 24 selectable pre-programmed cycles

Ability to custom name cycles for quick and accurate identification of process

Analytical display ability for Quality Assurance Objectives to include; graph, circle graph, detail display and plot graph

Thermal printer with display

Cycles that are validated for a maximum load of 3 trays up to 25 pounds each

Password protected program settings

Available with at least a single pass through vertical sliding door power operated

Interior tracks for exterior load cart capability

21 x 21 x38 Chamber

Quantity: 1 unit

Manufacture Distribution Letter: Required

Manufacture Warranty: Required

Delivery:

Delivery accepted at VAMC Wilkes Barre, Warehouse, 1111 East End Blvd, Wilkes Barre, PA 18711; Weekdays 8:00am 4:00pm, excluding any government holidays.

52.252- 1 Solicitation Provision Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998)

This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

https://www.acquisition.gov/

https://www.va.gov/oal/library/vaar/index.asp

52.204-13 System for Award Management (OCT 2018)

52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting (JUL 2016)

Grey Market Items-

Gray market items are Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) goods sold through unauthorized channels in direct competition with authorized distributors. This procurement is for new OEM medical supplies, medical equipment and/or services contracts for maintenance of medical equipment (i.e. replacement parts) for VA Medical Centers. No remanufacturers or gray market items will be acceptable.

Vendor shall be an OEM, authorized dealer, authorized distributor or authorized reseller for the proposed medical supplies, medical equipment and/or services contracts for maintenance of medical equipment (i.e. replacement parts), verified by an authorization letter or other documents from the OEM, such that the OEM s warranty and service are provided and maintained by the OEM. All software licensing, warranty, and service associated with the medical supplies, medical equipment and/or services contracts for maintenance of medical equipment shall be in accordance with the OEM terms and conditions.

The delivery of gray market items to the VA in the fulfillment of an order/award constitutes a breach of contract. Accordingly, the VA reserves the right to enforce any of its contractual remedies. This includes termination of the contract or, solely at the VA s election, allowing the Vendor to replace, at no cost to the Government, any remanufactured or gray market item(s) delivered to a VA medical facility upon discovery of such items.

(End of provision)

Evaluation of this requirement will be based on PRICE and PAST PERFORMANCE.

Offerors are advised to include a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, with its offer if has not been completed on SAM.gov. The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition and the following clauses are added as addenda:

52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

https://acquisition.gov/far

52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance (OCT 2018)

52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance (JUL 2016)

52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (DEVIATION 2019-01)

52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (DEC 2013)

(End of Clause)

CLAUSES:

852.203-70 Commercial Advertising (JAN 2008)

852.211-70 Equipment Operation and Maintenance Manuals (NOV 2018)

852.212-71 Gray Market Items (APR 2020)

852.219-11 VA Notice of Total Veteran-Owned Small Set-Aside (JUL 2019)

852.219-74 Limitations on Subcontracting Monitoring and Compliance (JUL 2018)

852.232-72 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests (NOV 2018)

852.246-71 Rejected Goods (OCT 2018)

52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders- Commercial Items (MAY 2019)

(xii) The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition and the following additional FAR clauses cited in the clause are applicable to the acquisition:

52.204-10 Reporting Executive Compensation & First-Tier Subcontract Awards (OCT 2015)

52.209-6 Protecting the Government s Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors

Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment (OCT 2015)

52.219-28 Post Award Small Business Program Representation (JUL 2013)

52.222-19 Child Labor--Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (FEB 2016) (E.O. 13126)

52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (APR 2015)

52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (APR 2015)

52.222-36 Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (JUL 2014)

52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons (MAR 2015)

52.223-18 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving (AUG 2011)

52.225-3 Buy American--Free Trade Agreements--Israeli Trade Act (MAY 2014)

52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (JUNE 2008)

52.232-34 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer--Other than System for Award Management (JUL 2013)

52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors

(xiii) Additional conditions:

All responses must include verification that each specification outlined in Section (v) is met and provide authorized distributor documentation of products offered.

All interested parties shall be registered, active and verified with the following sites to be considered for award.

SAM: http://www.sam.gov

VETBIZ: https://www.vip.vetbiz.gov/Public/Search/Default.aspx

The Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) ratings are NOT APPLICABLE.

This is an open-market combined synopsis/solicitation for equipment as defined herein.

The government intends to award a purchase order as a result of this combined synopsis/solicitation that will include the terms and conditions set forth herein. To facilitate the award process, all quotes must include a statement regarding the terms and conditions herein as follows:

"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document without modification, deletion, or addition."

OR

"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document with the exception, deletion, or addition of the following:"

Quoter shall list exception(s) and rationale for the exception(s).

(XIV) Quotes must be emailed to Louellen.Butler@va.gov and received no later than 01:00 P.M. EST on Thursday, July 30, 2020. Quote may be submitted on this document or the vendor s own form.

Please include Point of Contact name, phone number, and email with response. Late submissions shall be treated in accordance with the solicitation provision at FAR 52.212-1(f). Only emailed quotes sent to Louellen.Butler@va.gov will be accepted.

Point of Contact

Any questions or concerns regarding this solicitation should be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer, via email to Louellen.Butler@va.gov.

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