NHCP Medical Gases
ID: HT941025Q2009Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA)DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCYFALLS CHURCH, VA, 22042, USA

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Industrial Gas Manufacturing (325120)

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COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL GAS CYLINDERS (8120)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Health Agency, is soliciting competitive quotes for the provision of medical-grade gases at the Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton (NHCP) in California. The contract requires the contractor to fill government-owned cylinders and contractor-owned bulk medical gas tanks with various gases, including carbon dioxide, nitrogen, nitrous oxide, and oxygen, along with delivery, pick-up, and maintenance services. This procurement is critical for ensuring the availability of essential medical gases to support healthcare services at NHCP and its branch clinics, emphasizing the need for timely and reliable service. Interested vendors must submit firm-fixed-price quotations by the specified deadline, with the contract expected to commence on December 14, 2024, and include four one-year options. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Cheryl Mercado at cheryl.m.mercado.civ@health.mil or call 210-952-8322.

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    The document outlines a procurement plan for medical gases and related services as part of an RFP issued by the federal government. It details the quantities and expected types of gases required, including Carbon Dioxide, Nitrogen, Nitrous Oxide, and Oxygen in various sizes and forms, along with additional services such as valve replacements, lung diffusion, hybrid testing, and maintenance-related tasks like painting, striping, and stenciling. Delivery charges are also included as an essential service aspect. The RFP spans multiple years, with the same quantities and services anticipated for optional future years (OPT YR 1 to OPT YR 4). The structure is repetitive for each year, ensuring that suppliers are aware of expected demands over time, facilitating consistent supply chain management. This procurement plan demonstrates the government's commitment to maintaining necessary medical resources and infrastructure to support healthcare services efficiently.
    The Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton (NHCP) is soliciting competitive quotes for filling and delivering medical-grade cylinder gases under RFQ Number HT9410-24-Q-2009, exclusively set aside for Small Business. Required gases include various sizes of carbon dioxide, nitrogen, nitrous oxide, oxygen, and medical air, along with services like delivery, pick-ups, and cylinder maintenance. The contract spans from December 14, 2024, with four one-year options available. Vendors must approve a firm-fixed-price quotation, including detailed pricing for each item and past performance references. Quotes will be evaluated based on technical compliance, price reasonableness, and relevant past performance. The government expects immediate response for deliveries, especially during emergencies, and seeks proposals that demonstrate the contractor's ability to meet specifications. Ultimately, contracts will be awarded to the vendor that best meets all criteria, including technical capabilities and fair pricing, emphasizing the significance of timely service and reliability in meeting NHCP's medical gas supply needs.
    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Health Agency, is issuing a Task Order Statement of Work for the provision of Medical Grade Gases at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, scheduled for implementation by December 15, 2024. The contractor will be responsible for refilling various sizes of Government-owned medical gas cylinders on a weekly basis for several clinics within and around Camp Pendleton. Key tasks include picking up empty cylinders, refilling them, and returning them by a mutually agreed schedule, ensuring compliance with all relevant safety and industry regulations. The contractor is required to maintain all cylinders, which must conform to FDA and DOT standards. Specific responsibilities also include hydro-testing of cylinders and providing necessary safety documentation. All deliveries must adhere to specific guidelines, including proper identification and safety protocols while inside the military base. The contract emphasizes that costs such as hazardous materials taxes or fuel surcharges cannot be billed, and all services tied to gas filling must be included in the gas price. This documentation provides structured guidance for prospective contractors wishing to fulfill the Government's medical gas delivery needs efficiently and in compliance with military standards.
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