J065--Laser Etching and Censitrac Commissioning Surgical Tools
ID: 36C24424Q1003Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for laser etching and commissioning services for 25,000 surgical instruments at the Pittsburgh VA Healthcare System. The procurement aims to perform tape removal, create Unique Device Identifications (UDI) using 2D data matrix laser etching, and integrate the instrument data into the existing Censitrac tracking software, with an emphasis on compliance with VA standards. This contract is a 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and is crucial for maintaining accountability in surgical instrument tracking and maintenance. Interested contractors must submit their quotes by September 19, 2024, and ensure they are registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). For further inquiries, contact Contract Specialist Jeff Mann at jefferson.mann@va.gov or 717-202-5456.

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    Jeff MannContract Specialist
    (717) 202-5456
    jefferson.mann@va.gov
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    The document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a Request for Quote (RFQ) from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), identified by solicitation number 36C24424Q1003. The primary objective is to procure laser etching and commissioning services for 25,000 surgical instruments at the Pittsburgh VA Healthcare System. The contract is designated as a 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The contractor is required to perform tape removal, create Unique Device Identifications (UDI) using 2D data matrix laser etching, and integrate instrument data into the existing Censitrac tracking software. Key deliverables include on-site training for VA staff on using the Censitrac system and maintaining compliance with VA standards and directives. The project is expected to commence by September 30, 2024, and be completed by May 1, 2025. Interested contractors must submit written quotes by the specified deadline and ensure they are registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). This solicitation encapsulates various federal acquisition regulations and emphasizes stringent compliance with security and information management policies, reflecting the VA's commitment to accountability in surgical instrument tracking and maintenance.
    The document, "Register of Wage Determinations under the Service Contract Act," issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, outlines the minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements for federal contracts in Pennsylvania, specifically for service occupations. Effective from 2024, contracts awarded on or after January 30, 2022, are subject to Executive Order 14026, mandating at least $17.20 per hour, while those awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, follow Executive Order 13658, requiring at least $12.90 per hour. The document details a comprehensive list of occupation codes, their titles, and corresponding wage rates, alongside specific fringe benefits such as health and welfare allowances, paid vacation, and sick leave provisions under Executive Order 13706. It emphasizes compliance with wage determinations, including guidelines for unlisted job classifications, and the conformance process for establishing rates. This register serves as a crucial reference for contractors and subcontractors to adhere to federal labor standards while conducting government contracts, ensuring fair compensation for employees performing contracted services. The emphasis on transparency and adherence to wage regulations is vital in fostering equitable labor practices within federal engagements.
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