The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting quotes for Functional Electrical Stimulators through a request for quotation (RFQ) specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). The solicitation number is 36C26225Q0829, with a response deadline of April 24, 2025, at 4:00 PM Pacific Time. The place of performance for the contract will be the VA Tucson Medical Center located at 3601 S. 6th Ave, Tucson, AZ. Interested vendors are required to utilize specific documentation when submitting their proposals, including a Certificate of Compliance and Offeror Representations and Certifications. This RFP emphasizes the commitment to supporting small businesses owned by veterans while aiming to procure essential medical supplies for veteran healthcare services. Further information is available on the agency's website and via direct contact with the contracting officer, Deronte Reid, who exclusively accepts inquiries through email.
The document outlines the VA's Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting for contracts involving supplies and products, emphasizing compliance requirements for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs). Offerors certifying for contracts must adhere to a 50% subcontracting limit, ensuring that at least half of the contract value is executed by certified SDVOSBs or VOSBs. For non-manufacturer contracts, the offeror must supply products from domestic small business manufacturers or processors unless a waiver is granted.
The file specifies the necessary certifications offerors must complete, identifying their status as manufacturers or non-manufacturers, while also detailing criteria for both classifications. Furthermore, it underscores the legal implications of false certifications, which may lead to criminal or civil penalties, and outlines potential consequences for SDVOSBs or VOSBs found to not act in good faith regarding contracting obligations.
Contracting officers are empowered to verify compliance through documentation, with repercussions for non-cooperation. The document serves as a critical tool for promoting fair contracting practices within government procurement, ensuring that veteran-owned businesses secure a significant share of government contracts.
The document pertains to the FAR Provision 52.212-3 concerning Offeror Representations and Certifications for commercial products and services as a standard requirement for federal procurement. It outlines obligations for offerors regarding their annual representations and certifications, which must be completed either electronically in the System for Award Management (SAM) or through specified sections of the provision if not previously submitted online. Key definitions are provided for terms such as "small business concern," "veteran-owned small business," and "women-owned business," along with serious compliance statements regarding ethical labor practices and certifications against using prohibited telecommunications equipment. Additional requirements detail disclosures about substantial ownership, tax obligations, and environmental responsibilities. The provision serves as a comprehensive guideline ensuring that contractors comply with federal regulations and demonstrate their business structure, ownership, and compliance with various socio-economic policies critical for government contracting. Adherence to these certifications is essential for eligibility and awarding of contracts, reflecting the government’s commitment to maintaining ethical standards in procurement processes.
The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for procuring Functional Electrical Stimulators for the VA Tucson Medical Center. The solicitation, under number 36C26225Q0829, is exclusively available to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) with a relevant NAICS code 334510. The key procurement requirement is for devices that meet specific clinical characteristics such as portability, adjustability in stimulation settings, and the ability to attach to a patient’s arm.
The RFQ details the required items, emphasizing the need for brand-name or equal products from Bioness, Inc. Interested offerors must demonstrate compliance with the outlined salient characteristics and submit their quotations electronically by April 24, 2025. Submission requirements include an Authorized Distributor Letter from the manufacturer and a signed Certificate of Compliance.
Delivery is expected no later than 60 days after the award. The evaluation will prioritize the lowest-priced quotation that meets all technical specifications, and an award will be made on an “All-or-None” basis. This solicitation underscores the VA's commitment to utilizing SDVOSBs in government contracting, enhancing support for veterans in business.