CW EQ67-Vascular Ultrasound Scanner Denver Activation Surge Support

INTRODUCTION

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Program Contracting Activity Central (PCAC) anticipates soliciting quotations and subsequently awarding a Firm-Fixed-Price contract for eight (8) Vascular Ultrasound Scanners for the Eastern Colorado Health Care System. Acquisition of these items is part of the initial outfitting and activation of the new VA Medical Center being constructed in Aurora, CO.



DESCRIPTION

A contract is needed for the Eastern Colorado Health Care System for eight (8) Vascular Ultrasound Scanners, basis of design being Bard Access System, Inc. Model Site-Rite eight (8) System w/Stand or equal. The contractor shall deliver all items. All items must meet all salient characteristics and the contractor shall furnish all personnel, supplies, and equipment required for delivery.



PURPOSE

The overall purpose is to deliver CW EQ067 - Vascular Ultrasound Scanner to the Eastern Colorado Health Care System, 1700 N. Wheeling Street, Aurora, CO 80045.





SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS

Scanner, Ultrasound Vascular Access, Nursing (JSN X2100.S)

Quantity: 8

Basis of Design: Bard Access System,Inc. Model Site-Rite 8 System w/Stand or equal to

Specifications/Salient Characteristics

Shall visualize vessels and surrounding anatomy, needle trajectory, and final tip location

Shall visualize PICC placement from beginning to end

Shall measure catheter size relative to the vessel

Shall visualize the maximum P-wave to confirm final catheter tip location

Shall have touch screen capability

Shall have personalize clinical preset and settings

Shall have the ability to customize fields for documentation

Shall have 4 USB ports, 1 HDMI port, and Ethernet port

System storage shall be on or about 128G

Screen resolution shall be on or about of 1024 x 768

Monitor size shall not be less than 10.4

Technical Specifications:

Portable Ultrasound to visualize vessels, needle trajectory and final tip location

Capacitive touch screen

4 USB Ports

1 HDMI port

Ethernet port

System Storage (128G)

1024 x 768 screen resolution

Linear Transducer, 7.5- 10 MHz, with confirmation capability for PICC tip replacement with x-ray

16 channel beam former

10.4 Monitor

DICOM Compatibility

Simultaneous View of Catheter Tip tracking and ECG

Printer

Dimensions (In as much as one inch):

21 W x 25 D x 59 H (54cm W x 63cm D x 149cm H)

Power Requirements

Lithium Ion Battery Battery Charger 120V 50/60Hz

Accessories/Configuration Options:

Linear 20mm Pinpoint GT Technology Probe

16 Channel Beam Former

Four of the required eight units must be equipped with the Sherlock 3CG TCS Sensor

Wireless Printer with Bracket to attach to Stand

Medical Equipment Roll (MER) Stand

SR 8 Diamond Software Key (3CG)

Combination AC Adapter and Battery Charger

External Battery Pack Up to 3 hours battery life (Lithium Ion battery) ) - 8 hours or less to charge battery to full capacity

Replacement Parts Kit

Portable Kit. Must include a roller bag, kick-stand, probe holder.

Kick-Stand Handle

21 Ga Needle Kit

Training Phantom Packet (Must include two phantom probes)

1 Year Extended Warranty (one additional year beyond standard warranty)



DELIVERY

Delivery Timeframe: Not earlier than 6/1/17 and no later than 7/1/17

Acquisition of the above items is part of the initial outfitting and activation of the new VA medical center being constructed in Aurora, CO. Since construction is still occurring, delivery dates are approximate and will be coordinated with the successful contractor after award. The Contractor shall contact the Onsite POC to schedule a pre-delivery meeting to be conducted approximately 60 days prior to the initial award delivery date for verification of delivery dates. The Contractor may be required to adjust the delivery date from the date specified in the contract award document. A government-requested delivery delay up to 90 days after the delivery date specified in the contract award shall be at no additional cost to the government.



Delivery Location: Contractor shall deliver all equipment to the Eastern Colorado Health Care System, Research Dock, 1700 N. Wheeling Street, Aurora, CO 80045.

Items on delivery vehicles not equipped with a Lift Gate will not be accepted. The delivery will have to be rescheduled and any delivery charges will be the responsibility of the Contractor.



Delivery Markings: Contractor shall deliver items in manufacturer's original sealed containers with manufacturer s name marked thereon. Deliveries shall be marked with the PO and contract number.





INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

The Contractor shall conduct a joint inspection with the Onsite POC upon completion of delivery.

In the event deficiencies are identified, the Contractor shall provide date when the identified deficiencies will be addressed if not addressed on the date of delivery.

The Contractor shall conduct a joint inspection with the Onsite POC after addressing all deficiencies.

All deficiencies identified during joint inspections shall be fixed by the Contractor prior to government acceptance of the item.

Disputes shall be resolved by the Contracting Officer.



Operation and Maintenance Manuals

Binders - Quantity (2) each for items identified in section 2.5.

Digital Copies - Quantity (1) each for items identified in section 2.5.

Deliver compilation of all manufacturer recommended maintenance schedule and operation materials packaged in binder(s) to Onsite POC upon completion of delivery.



OPERATOR TRAINING

Contractor shall provide all training materials at time of delivery.

Contractor shall provide on-site training, as well as, virtual training for 20 clinicians not to exceed eight hours in two scheduled sessions.

Contractor shall provide virtual online training for VA biomedical technicians for as long as needed.



PROTECTION OF PROPERTY

Contractor shall protect all items from damage during delivery. The Contractor shall take precaution against damage to the building(s), grounds, and furnishings. The Contractor shall repair or replace any items related to building(s) or grounds damaged accidentally or on purpose due to actions by the Contractor. The Contractor shall perform an inspection of the building(s) and grounds with the Onsite POC prior to commencing work. The Contractor shall be responsible for repairing or replacing any items, components, building(s), or grounds damaged due to negligence and/or actions taken by the Contractor or its employees. The source of all repairs beyond simple surface cleaning is the facility construction contractor (or appropriate subcontractor), so that building warranty is maintained. Concurrence from the VA Facilities Management POC and Onsite POC is required before the Contractor may perform any significant repair work. In all cases, repairs shall utilize materials of the same quality, size, texture, grade, and color to match adjacent existing work. The Contractor shall be responsible for securing the items and its own work tools and equipment during delivery.



SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

Security background checks are not required.



WARRANTY

The contractor shall provide all manufacturer(s) warranties on all parts and labor at time of delivery.

The warranties shall include all travel and shipping costs associated with any warranty repair.



ADMINISTRATIVE

The solicitation will be issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ) conducted in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Parts 12 and 13. The solicitation will be advertised as a total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business set-aside. The applicable NAICS code is 334510 with a size standard of 1,250 Employees. The solicitation will be issued on or about June 5, 2017 for approximately seven (7) calendar days. Offerors will be required to submit their quotes electronically via email.



This notice is not a request for competitive offers. Questions of a technical nature will not be answered as part of this notice; however, all general questions may be submitted in writing to the issuing office via email at ronald.shelko@va.gov. Telephone calls will not be accepted. The VA reserves the right to use only Federal Business Opportunities (FBO), via the internet, to provide notification of any amendments to this notice and the subsequent issuance of the solicitation. It is the contractor s responsibility to view FBO daily for any amendments to this notice and the subsequent issuance of the solicitation.