Endoscopy and laparoscopy unit (UW-MAD) [19-0040-R1]

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is soliciting bids for a comprehensive Endoscopy and Laparoscopy Unit for the Wisconsin National Primate Research Center, located in Dane County, Wisconsin. The procurement seeks a sophisticated medical equipment system that includes two flexible video-endoscopes, two rigid laparoscopes, one customized scope, an insufflation unit, HD monitors, LED light source, sterilization trays, reusable trocars, and laparoscopic instruments. The system must provide high-definition image capture capabilities with the ability to save images and videos to multiple digital formats, including USB drives, CDs, and electronic health records systems. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of three years of experience providing endoscope units and be original manufacturers, authorized distributors, or dealer-authorized representatives with full service and repair capabilities. The bid submission deadline is July 29, 2019, at 2:00 PM Central Daylight Time, with written questions due by July 23, 2019. The University will evaluate bids based on the lowest extended net total bid that is deemed to be in the best interest of the institution, with bid prices remaining firm for 60 days from the opening date.

The contract includes several diversity and compliance requirements, with preferences given to Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), Woman-Owned Businesses (WBE), and Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (DVB). Contractors must maintain commercial general liability insurance with a minimum coverage of one million dollars and provide certificates of insurance naming the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System as an additional insured. The successful vendor must provide comprehensive training of at least three hours to the entire Veterinary Services Unit staff at no additional charge and commit to annual maintenance inspections with in-store or depot repair services featuring a 15-day return timeframe. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement involves a complex medical imaging system with multiple components. The contract includes mandatory compliance with federal acquisition regulations, debarment certification, and non-discrimination requirements. Bidders must also certify the absence of collusion, disclose any potential conflicts of interest, and verify that neither the bidder nor its principals are debarred or suspended from federal transactions.