Fisher lab supplies

Added: Sep 09, 2015 2:37 pm This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with the additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation in its entirety; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This is a request for quotes (RFQ) under solicitation number VA262-15-Q-1312. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-83 effective July 2, 2015, respectively.



The solicitation is in accordance with FAR Part 12, 13, and 13.5, Acquisition of Commercial Items, Simplified Acquisition Procedures, Test Program for Certain Commercial Items , and Veteran Affairs Acquisition Regulations as supplemented with additional information in this notice. This is a 100% veteran owned small business (VOSB) set-aside; the North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is 334516, and size standard 500 employees.



The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Integrated Services Network (VISN) 22, headquartered in Long Beach, California has a requirement for various Thermo Fisher laboratory supplies and equipment. The Contractor shall provide the product at the following Veterans Affairs Healthcare System(s) in Southern California: VA Long Beach (5901 E. 7th St. Long Beach, CA 90822). Delivery is FOB destination. The Contractor shall adhere to all federal and state laws and regulations in effect during the term of the purchase order. The Government intends to award a single purchase order. The order shall begin on the date of award.



**SEE ATTACHED SOLICITATION WITH ATTACHMENTS FOR SCHEDULE, PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE, DETAILS OF THE REQUIREMENT, CLAUSES, PROVISIONS, TERMS AND CONDITIONS**



ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS:

Follow ALL directions and requirements within the solicitation. Incomplete submittals may be considered nonresponsive for failure to provide a complete submittal.



In order to comply with the debt collection improvement act of 1966, all contractors must be registered and have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered for an award of a federal contract. This system combines data that was formerly contained in the Central Contractors Registration (CCR) and Online Representation and Certifications (ORCA). For information, review the SAM website at https://www.sam.gov.



The following referenced clauses are applicable to this acquisition, though not limited only to those listed on this announcement. The attached solicitation provides the additional applicable clauses along with the detailed addendums mentioned below.



FAR 52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated By Reference (FEB 1998) - Full Text

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):

http://farsite.hill.af.mil/vffara.htm

http://www.acquisition.gov/comp/far/index.html

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



FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items (APR 2014) with Addendum

FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation -Commercial Items (JAN 1999) with Addendum

FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items (OCT 2014)

FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (SEP 2013)

FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items (OCT 2014)

FAR



Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Veteran Administration Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) provisions and clauses that are included in this solicitation are denoted by the applicable acronyms within the attached solicitation.



Due to time constraints, responses to the solicitation shall be due on Tuesday, September 8, 2015 at 1:00 PM PST. Only responses from VOSBs will be accepted. All other responses will be considered unacceptable due to lack of a complete submittal. Submittals must include proof of VOSB. Complete quotes must be submitted electronically via e-mail to Michael Munoz, Contract Specialist at michael.munoz2@va.gov with "VA262-15-Q-1312" in the subject line. Contractors are encouraged to register with the FedBizOpps Vendor Notification Service. Offerors are advised that it is your responsibility to review and monitor the website frequently to ensure you have the most up to date information, including amendments. Correspondence or questions may be directed to Michael Munoz, Contract Specialist at michael.munoz2@va.gov with "VA262-15-Q-1312" in the subject line within thirty-six (36) hours of release of this notice. Telephone inquiries will not be honored. Inquiries after the allotted period may not be responded to due to the time constraints of the procurement. All Offerors must be registered in www.sam.gov to do business with the Government. Ensure your registration is correct, current and active.