Uninterrupted Power Supply Battery Replacements
ID: 36C25925Q0163Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 19 (36C259)Greenwood Village, CO, 80111, USA

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Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing (335311)

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MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)

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Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) to provide uninterrupted power supply battery replacements for the Jack C. Montgomery VA Medical Center in Muskogee, Oklahoma. The procurement involves the replacement of two batteries in the facility's UPS system, requiring new batteries from authorized Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and installation by certified technicians, while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and avoiding gray market items. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the operational reliability of healthcare services provided by the VA, reflecting the government's commitment to supporting veteran-owned enterprises in federal contracting. Interested parties must submit their quotes by January 29, 2025, and can contact Luther Dickens at luther.dickens@va.gov or 303-829-1559 for further information.

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    The document is a Request for Quote (RFQ) #36C25925Q0163 issued by the Jack C. Montgomery VA Medical Center for the replacement of two batteries in its Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) system. This RFQ is a combined synopsis and solicitation prepared under FAR guidelines, with responses due by January 29, 2025. It entails a firm-fixed price contract specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). Key requirements include providing new batteries from authorized Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM), installation by certified technicians, and adherence to relevant safety regulations. The procurement prohibits gray market items, emphasizing the need for documentation proving authorized dealer status. The evaluation will focus on price, and offers lacking technical capability will be disqualified regardless of cost. The contractor must ensure minimal disruption to the medical center and comply with all applicable safety codes. This RFQ underscores the government’s commitment to sourcing products that support the operational reliability of healthcare facilities while prioritizing veteran-owned business participation in federal contracting opportunities.
    The document outlines the "VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting - Certificate of Compliance for Supplies and Products." It establishes requirements for offerors to ensure compliance with limitations regarding subcontracting, particularly for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs). Offerors must certify that they will not subcontract more than 50% of the contract value to entities not classified as VIP-listed SDVOSBs or VOSBs, and also specify their designation as either a manufacturer or nonmanufacturer. The clause details certifications regarding workforce size and operational practices, with stipulations for possible waivers for nonmanufacturers. It stresses that providing false certifications may result in severe penalties under U.S. law. Furthermore, the VA reserves the right to review submitted documentation at any time to ensure compliance and may enforce corrective measures if necessary. This notice serves to promote transparency, accountability, and adherence to small business participation goals in federal contracts, reflecting the VA’s commitment to supporting veteran-owned enterprises while adhering to federal regulations within the broader context of government contracting processes.
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