Glucometer Maintenance and Supplies #SN159044

Sonoma Developmental Center, part of the California Department of Developmental Services, is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive maintenance and supply services for approximately 25 Roche Accu-chek Inform II meters and related equipment. The procurement involves glucometer maintenance, support, and supplies, with the contractor required to furnish all labor, materials, parts, travel costs, transportation, and equipment support. Specific deliverables include providing Accu-Check Inform II Glucose Test Strips in 6-month batch quantities, controls, linearity test kits, code key readers, and compatible notebook and software. The contract requires unlimited phone support, on-site service within two business days of request, and the ability to replace non-consumable parts and provide loaner equipment at no additional cost. Bid submissions were due on March 22, 2016, at 2:00 PM, with an anticipated award date of March 28, 2016, and a contract term running from April 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017. Service hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding holidays, and the contract will be managed by Laboratory Supervisor Warren Huber and Program Assistant Marni Sager.

While Mandatory Disadvantaged Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goals have been waived for this contract, contractors may claim the DVBE incentive if they choose to meet any percentage of DVBE participation. A 5% bid preference is available for small businesses. Bidders must provide three references for similar services performed within the previous five years and must be properly licensed. The pricing structure requires bidders to submit costs for all supplies and hourly service rates for onsite computer/software support and glucometer support, with $5,000 allocated for miscellaneous parts. Potential contractors must submit various attachments including certifications, references, and Darfur Contracting Act compliance documentation. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the contract involves supplying approximately 30,000 glucose test strips and comprehensive maintenance services for medical equipment at the Sonoma Developmental Center.