Tucson SAVAHCS Medical Gas Inspection Once Annually
ID: 36C26224Q1499Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

NAICS

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

PSC

INSPECTION- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (H365)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/0b16736a933140e7b2487ab21c5a61d1/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issues a solicitation for annual medical gas inspection and certification services at multiple health care system facilities. The primary objective is to ensure compliance with The Joint Commission's standards for medical vacuum, air, and oxygen systems.

    The VA requires detailed inspections, testing, and reporting for these systems according to NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Code guidelines. ASSE 6030-certified inspectors will conduct cross-connection tests, check air and gas system operations, perform leak detection, and examine alarm systems. They will also inspect secondary equipment and provide a comprehensive indexed report for each site.

    This contract, covering two facilities in Tucson, Arizona, and Loma Linda, California, has a five-year period, consisting of an initial base year and four optional years. The base year's period of performance is from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, with potential extensions of up to six months.

    The VA encourages offerors to submit their proposals by 11:00 AM MDT on August 12, 2024, and will select the lowest responsible bidder. Interested parties should prepare their submissions per the guidelines outlined in the solicitation document.

    The VA incorporates numerous FAR clauses in the contract, covering areas such as terms, changes, disputes, and termination. The selected vendor will also adhere to VA-specific clauses related to payment and contracting. Offerors must comply with Service Contract Labor Standards and provide certified payroll information.

    For clarification, potential bidders can refer to the facility report detailing the New Mexico VA Health Care System's medical gas infrastructure and the previous inspection report for the Tucson facility. Contact Jordan Alonzo or Mayte D. Diaz for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jordan Alonzo
    (505) 767-6094
    jordan.alonzo@va.gov
    Mayte D. Diaz
    (562) 766-2317
    mayte.diaz@va.gov
    Files
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    36C26224Q1499 0001- Contractor Q and A.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks clarification and response to its solicitation for medical gas services. The objective is to obtain comprehensive information about the medical gas infrastructure at the New Mexico VA Health Care System facility. This includes specifying the number and locations of master alarm panels, detailing the varieties of medical gas outlets, and providing recent inspection reports. The facility plans to issue a report containing relevant building and equipment details, including serial and model numbers. Offerors must acknowledge the amendment extending the submission deadline, which remains unchanged as August 12, 2024. Questions and answers regarding the procurement are included to ensure clarity for potential bidders, covering various facility-related topics.
    Previous Inspection Report.pdf
    The Southern Arizona VA Health Care System seeks to procure comprehensive medical gas and vacuum system inspection and testing services for its Tucson facility. The goal is to ensure compliance with NFPA and CMS standards, focusing on various aspects such as master alarms, area alarms, zone valves, outlets, and inlets. Inspectors are required to have the ASSE 6030 Credential. Deficiency corrections are detailed, encompassing tasks like labeling, rewiring, alarm adjustments, and pressure readings. The report outlines passing and deficient components, aiming for an overall improvement in system integrity and safety. Key dates for the inspections are noted, with a particular focus on the period from December 4th to 6th, 2023.
    S02. 36C26224Q1499 Tucson Medical Gas Inspection.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks annual inspection and certification services for medical vacuum, air, and oxygen systems at two locations: the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) in Tucson, Arizona, and the VA Loma Linda Health Care System (VALLHCS) in California. The goal is to ensure compliance with The Joint Commission's requirements for these systems. The scope entails detailed inspections, testing, and reporting according to NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Code standards, requiring ASSE 6030-certified inspectors. Tasks include cross-connection testing, air/gas system operation checks, leak detection, and alarm system functionality tests, with specific protocols outlined for each system. Inspectors will also examine secondary equipment and produce a comprehensive six-part indexed report for each site. The contract period is five years, divided into four option years after an initial base year. The period of performance for the base year is from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025. Each option year's period of performance will be specified in subsequent modifications if exercised. The contracting officer may extend the contract term by up to six months. Offerors should submit their proposals by 11:00 AM MDT on August 12, 2024, to the address provided in the solicitation. The government intends to award the contract based on the lowest price among responsible offerors. This RFP incorporates numerous FAR clauses, including those related to contract terms, changes, disputes, and termination. Offerors must comply with stated requirements for invoice submission, contract financing, and compliance with laws and regulations. Additionally, the selected vendor will adhere to VA-specific clauses regarding electronic payment requests and the designation of an Administrative Contracting Officer. The NAICS code is 541990, and the size standard is $19.5 million. Offerors are expected to comply with the Service Contract Labor Standards and provide certified payroll information.
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