iSTAT Analyzers and Downloader Recharger Kits

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement is being issued as a request for quotation (RFQ) and constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-83, effective July 2, 2015.



This combined synopsis/solicitation is being competed on a 100% Small Business set aside. This acquisition will be competed to the full extent required by regulation. The NAICS code that applies is 334516 and business size is 500 employees.



This requirement is for purchase of a

ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 I-STAT 1 ANALYZER

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: 04P75-01

10.00 EA __________________ __________________

0002 I-STAT 1 DOWNLOADER RECHARGER KIT

LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: 04P73-04

10.00 EA __________________ __________________

GRAND TOTAL __________________





Evaluations will be based on lowest price, technically acceptable. They must include the exact specifications of the salient characteristics listed above (NO SUBSTITUTIONS). All responsible sources may submit a quote which shall be considered by the contracting officer.







Commercial Items Terms and Conditions:



The selected offeror must comply with the following commercial item terms and conditions, which are incorporated herein by reference: FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition; 52.212-2, Evaluation Commercial Items, FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items - the selected offeror must submit a completed copy of the listed representations and certifications; FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items; FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, paragraph (a) and the following clauses in paragraph (b): 52.204-7, 52.204-10, 52.204-13, 52.222-3, 52.222-19, 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-36, 52.223-18, 52.225-13, 52.232-34 and 52.247-34. The full text of the referenced FAR clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/far/. The following VAAR clauses are to be incorporated by reference: 852.203-70, Commercial Advertising; 852.232-72, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests; 852.246-71, Inspection; The full text of the referenced VAAR clauses may be accessed electronically at http://www.va.gov/oal/library/vaar/.







SAM Requirement:



This solicitation requires registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award, pursuant to applicable regulations and guidelines. Registration information can be found at www.sam.gov. Additionally, all Service Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses or Veteran Owned Businesses who respond to a solicitation on this project must be registered with the Department of Veterans Affairs Center for Veterans Enterprise VetBiz Registry located at http://vip.vetbiz.gov.



Equipment Condition:

Any Award Made as a Result of this Solicitation will be made on an All or Nothing Basis. All Items being solicited (Products and/or Receivables as appropriate) must be of New Manufacture; New Equipment ONLY. NO remanufactured or "gray market" items. All items must be covered by a one year or manufacturer's warranty.



Terms of the solicitation and specifications remain unchanged unless the solicitation is amended in writing. If an amendment is issued, normal procedures relating to the acknowledgement and receipt of solicitation shall apply.



All offers are due by 12:00 p.m. Eastern time September 14, 2015 by facsimile 215-823-6054 or by email to kecia.blackwell@va.gov .