Eyeglass Lense Supplies for VISN 11 Optical Lab

The VA VISN 11/12 Optical Lab requires optical lenses and will award one or more contracts to responsible contractors who meet VA's minimum requirements and are determined to provide the "best value" to the government. Firms awarded contracts will be responsible for providing all materials, labor, and transportation to supply the VA VISN 11/12 Optical Lab optical lenses on an as needed basis, as ordered. Types of lenses required include: Single Vision, Bifocal FT28, Bifocal FT35, Executive Bifocals & Trifocals, Trifocal 7x28, Trifocal 8x35 and Progressive. All lenses quoted to VA must meet ANSI Z80 standards. Interface capability with "Opti-Com" is a plus, but is not a minimum requirement of the solicitation. Contract(s) will be effective for one (1) base year plus four (4) option year periods. The government will award contract(s) on a line-by-line basis to the contractor(s) who provide quotes for lenses meeting the government's minimum requirements. The government will make award(s) to the contractor(s) offering the "best value" in terms of price and past performance. The government will consider socio-economic goals when making award as well. Successful firms must offer lenses that meet ANSI Z80 standards and must be determined responsible by the VA Contracting Officer to receive award. One or more of the items under this acquisition is subject to the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement and Free Trade Agreements. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency.