6515--3M BAIR HUGGER WARMING UNIT 875
ID: 36C25225Q0074Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, USA

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

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

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking quotes from small businesses for the procurement of brand-name 3M Bair Hugger Warming Unit 875 at the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital in Madison, WI. The requirement includes a one-time purchase of 20 warming units along with their corresponding wall and bedrail mounts, with an emphasis on timely delivery and on-site training for hospital staff during implementation. This procurement is critical for enhancing patient care in the hospital's Prep/Recovery Unit, and interested vendors must submit their proposals by November 13, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. CST, directly to Contracting Officer Jennifer Mead at Jennifer.Mead@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jennifer MeadContracting Officer
    (414) 844-4800
    Jennifer.Mead@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a combined synopsis/solicitation for the procurement of brand-name 3M Bair Hugger Warming Unit 875 at the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital in Madison, WI. The office is seeking quotes from small businesses for a one-time purchase of 20 warming units and their corresponding wall and bedrail mounts. The deadline for quote submissions is November 13, 2024, by 10:00 a.m. CST. Vendors must ensure delivery within 60 days and will have the opportunity to provide on-site training for hospital staff during implementation. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 339113 and is subject to various federal acquisition regulations. Evaluation of bids will be based on price, technical capability, and delivery speed, emphasizing the government's interest in making the most advantageous selection. Interested parties should submit their proposals directly to the contracting officer, Jennifer Mead. This notice exemplifies the structured approach of federal RFPs, outlining specific requirements, evaluation criteria, and compliance clauses essential for conducting government procurement effectively.
    This document serves as an addendum to the FAR 52.212-1 instructions for submitting quotations regarding commercial products and services within federal procurement processes. Effective from February 1, 2022, it outlines specific requirements for offerors when responding to Requests for Quotes (RFQs). Key provisions include submitting detailed quotes that must encompass essential information such as solicitation number, time specified for receipt, technical descriptions, pricing, and representations. It emphasizes the importance of meeting NAICS codes and small business size standards for eligibility, particularly emphasizing 500 employees for certain acquisitions. The addendum clarifies that past performance will not be evaluated in simplified acquisitions and outlines consequences for late submissions. Furthermore, it covers the government’s authority to issue purchase orders based on the best terms, the process for multiple awards, and requirements for a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). The thorough instructions aim to streamline the bidding process while ensuring compliance and transparency in government contracting. Overall, the document is aimed at guiding potential contractors in navigating federal procurement effectively.
    The document outlines the evaluation criteria for government procurement of commercial products and services, specifically in the context of Requests for Proposals (RFPs). The Government intends to award purchase orders based on quotations that are most advantageous, considering price and other specified factors: 1. **Technical/Quality**: Quotations must demonstrate the ability to meet or exceed requirements and provide an authorized distributor letter for specific equipment. 2. **Veterans Involvement**: Evaluation credit is given to quotations from Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) or Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), provided they are registered in the Vendor Information Pages (VIP) database. 3. **Price**: Total evaluated price will be the aggregate of all line items. 4. **Speed of Delivery**: Quotations will also be assessed based on their estimated delivery timelines. The Government reserves the right to select offers that provide additional benefits beyond the minimum requirements, emphasizing quality and veteran involvement alongside price considerations. This evaluation approach is aligned with FAR 13.106-2, facilitating a comparative review of submissions to maximize benefits for the government. Overall, the directive serves to ensure responsible and advantageous procurement practices while supporting veteran businesses.
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