Medical Textbooks
ID: N0018925R0021Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-3392, USA

NAICS

Books Printing (323117)

PSC

BOOKS AND PAMPHLETS (7610)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9445c0e6121b4198af500681a30307e3/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of medical textbooks specifically for the Surface Warfare Medical Institute. The requirement includes 320 copies each of five designated publications, such as "Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses" and "PHTLS Prehospital Trauma Life Support," with a delivery deadline of June 30, 2025. This procurement is crucial for providing essential medical literature to support training and education within the Navy. Interested small businesses must submit their proposals electronically by March 14, 2025, at 1:00 PM local time, and can direct inquiries to Ethan Othersen or Vincent Conicelli via their respective email addresses.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ethan Othersen
    ethan.t.othersen.civ@us.navy.mil
    Vincent Conicelli
    vincent.j.conicelli.civ@us.navy.mil
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    N0018925R0021.pdf
    This solicitation, numbered N0018925R0021, is issued by NAVSUP FLC Norfolk for the procurement of several medical literature publications, specifically aimed at the Surface Warfare Medical Institute. The offer deadline is March 14, 2025, at 1:00 PM local time. The items required include 320 copies each of five specific publications, including "Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses" and "PHTLS Prehospital Trauma Life Support." All items must be delivered to the Surface Warfare Medical Institute by June 30, 2025, with inspections conducted by government personnel at the destination. The document outlines several compliance requirements, including adherence to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) provisions. Notably, it emphasizes clauses related to telecommunications equipment and services, and the necessity of meeting Small Business Administration (SBA) certifications for certain business categories, such as service-disabled veteran-owned and women-owned businesses. Proposals must include a detailed price breakdown and all pertinent certifications, submitted electronically to designated government representatives. The government's evaluation will primarily focus on price but may consider past performance if necessary. This RFP exemplifies a structured process for acquiring educational resources while promoting small business engagement in federal contracting.
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