Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source - Annual PM for Getinge Sterilizer
ID: 12805B25Q0075Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFUS

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- INSTRUMENTS AND LABORATORY EQUIPMENT (J066)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3a05a6d241c546c0a3b81bdfc1deee88/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Dec 31, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Dec 31, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 3, 2025, 4:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Agriculture intends to award a sole source contract for annual preventative maintenance of the Getinge LSS 130/275 Sterilizer, specifically for its facility in Brookings, South Dakota. The contract will cover four quarterly inspections and one major annual maintenance, ensuring the sterilizer operates efficiently and safely, with all maintenance conducted according to the manufacturer's protocols. This procurement is critical for maintaining the operational reliability of essential medical equipment used by the USDA. Interested parties must submit their technical capabilities and relevant information to Peter Nelson at peter.b.nelson@usda.gov, including the reference number 12805B25Q0075 in the subject line, by the specified response deadline. Compliance with wage determinations under the Service Contract Act is required, with minimum wage rates starting at $17.20 per hour for applicable roles.

Point(s) of Contact
Peter Nelson
(970) 851-3737
peter.b.nelson@usda.gov
Files
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Attach 01 PWS Preventative Maintenance Autoclave.pdf
Jan 1, 2025, 3:04 AM UTC
The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for annual preventative maintenance of a Getinge autoclave model LSS 130/275, purchased in June 2023. The primary purpose is to ensure the sterilizer operates with minimal downtime, necessitating a preventative maintenance contract. The contract includes four quarterly inspections and one annual major maintenance, conducted following manufacturer’s protocols to ensure safety and proper functionality. Each inspection involves checking the integrity of components and conducting various operational evaluations, while unscheduled maintenance must also be covered. Although the labor for repairs is included, the parts required must be sourced from the provider using OEM specifications. The maintenance cycle spans from January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2029, encompassing multiple option years. This document emphasizes the government's commitment to maintaining critical medical equipment and ensuring operational reliability through structured maintenance protocols.
Attach 03 Wage Determination 2015-5375.pdf
Jan 1, 2025, 3:04 AM UTC
The document outlines Wage Determination No. 2015-5375 under the Service Contract Act, specifying minimum wage rates applicable to federal contracts in South Dakota. Contracts executed or extended from January 30, 2022, must adhere to Executive Order 14026, entitling workers to a minimum wage of $17.20 per hour, or the higher rate provided in the wage determination. For contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, Executive Order 13658 mandates a minimum wage of $12.90. The wage determination details various occupational categories and corresponding wage rates for different roles, like administrative support and skilled trades. Furthermore, it outlines employer obligations to provide fringe benefits, health and welfare compensation, annual vacation, and holidays, as well as provisions for additional classifications and wages for unlisted job roles. Compliance with labor laws and employee protections, particularly concerning paid sick leave, is emphasized. This document serves as a critical guideline for federal contractors to ensure fair labor practices and wage compensations, thus promoting worker rights and adherence to regulatory standards in public sector employment.
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