NX EQ Physiologic Somnography Analyzers
Solicitation Number:
36C10G19Q0045
Notice Type:
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Synopsis:
COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for Brand name or equal commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.6, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 36C10G19Q0045 is issued for this combined synopsis/solicitation; this solicitation is being issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). This combined synopsis/solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2019-01, dated 20 Dec 2018.
Requirement Description:
VA has a requirement to purchase Physiologic Somnography Analyzers to deliver patient care at its VA Medical Centers around the country. Physiologic Somnography Analyzers simultaneously and continuously monitor, measure, record, and interpret a variety of relevant normal and abnormal physiologic functions during sleep. The varied types of studies are referred to as Polysomnography, (PSG). Polysomnography is a comprehensive recording of the bio physiological changes that occur during sleep. It is usually performed at night, when people sleep.
A single-award Firm-Fixed Price Requirements contract will be awarded for the purchase of Brand Name or Equal equipment in accordance with all terms, conditions, provisions, specifications, and schedule of this solicitation herein. Quotes shall contain the terms for cost/price and technical capabilities of the Brand Name or Equal equipment. The Government reserves the right to award without discussions.
The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 334510 Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing and the associated size standard is 1,250 employees. This procurement action is issued full and open competition.
This acquisition is for a single-award Firm-Fixed Price Requirements contract in accordance with FAR Part 16.5 for NOX T3B. brand name or equal Physiologic Somnography Analyzers and related equipment and accessories as identified in ATTACHMENT A - PHYSIOLOGIC SOMNOGRAPHY ANALYZERS PRICE/COST SCHEDULE. All interested companies shall provide a quote for all Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) listed in ATTACHMENT A - PHYSIOLOGIC SOMNOGRAPHY ANALYZERS PRICE/COST SCHEDULE.
The ordering period is for one year with two 12-month option years. Delivery is FOB destination. Firm-Fixed Price Orders will be placed against this contract in writing and will provide the delivery locations, delivery dates and exact quantities.
The FAR provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors Commercial, applies to this acquisition including attached addenda to the provision.
The FAR provision at 52.212-2, Evaluation -- Commercial Items, and the specific evaluation criteria as attached addenda also applies to this acquisition
The Offeror is to include a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, with its offer.
Clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition and a statement regarding any addenda to the clause. Addendum is attached.
Clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition and a statement regarding which, if any, of the additional FAR clauses cited in the clause are applicable to the acquisition. Addendum is attached.
All interested Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to receiving an award. You may access SAM at https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/.
Questions regarding this combined synopsis/solicitation are due via email by 2:00PM EST on
March 12, 2019 to Ninatile.Bacote@va.gov. No calls will be accepted.
Quotes are due via email by 2:00PM EST on March 26, 2019 to Ninatile.Bacote@va.gov.
Product Description
Salient Characteristics
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1. SCOPE OF WORK:
The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program has identified the Physiologic Somnography Analyzers also referred to as Home Sleep Testers product line as a candidate for a VA-wide (otherwise referred to as national ) single Requirements contract award.
NOX T3 brand B. or equal Physiologic Somnography Analyzers simultaneously and continuous monitor measure, record, and interpret a variety of relevant normal and abnormal physiologic functions during sleep. The varied types of studies are referred to as Polysomnography, (PSG). Polysomnography is a comprehensive recording of the bio physiological changes that occur during sleep. It is usually performed at night, when people sleep.
These analyzers typically perform evaluations of electroencephalography (EEG), electrocardiography (ECG or EKG), electro-oculography (EOG), electromyography (EMG), periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD), respiration, temperature, and pulse oximetry readings.
They also provide audiovisual information about the sleeping patient for behavioral analysis. Some analyzers also perform additional evaluations according to the study needs, such as gastroesophageal reflux, bedwetting (enuresis), or penile tumescence. Somnography Analyzers consist of electrodes and instruments that measure physiologic activities; a headbox that includes samplers, filters, and amplifiers; and appropriate software for processing and patient reporting. These analyzers are used in the diagnostic evaluation of sleep and sleep-related disorders, such as difficulty falling asleep (insomnia), difficulty staying awake (hypersomnia), apnea, and other sleep disorders associated with medical or psychiatric conditions.
The contractor must demonstrate the ability to meet all requirements for the solicitation. The objective is to provide Physiologic Somnography Analyzers to be used by clinicians throughout the VA medical centers and facilities. The period of performance is for one 12-month base period with two 12-month option periods.
2. REQUIREMENT
This requirement will be IAW FAR clause 52.211-6, Brand Name or Equal which requires that the offeror indicate that each product that is being offered as an equal product to the NOX T3 brand of Physiologic Somnography Analyzer. For each equal product, the offeror must include a description reflecting the salient characteristics (SC) and level of quality that will satisfy the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics of the equal product(s) specified in the solicitation. The offeror must also clearly identify the item by brand name (if any) and make/model number. Finally, the offeror must include descriptive literature, such as illustrations, drawings, or a clear reference to previously furnished descriptive data or information available to the Contracting Officer, and clearly describe any modifications it plans to make to a product to make it conform to the solicitation requirements.
Contract Line Items
Manufacturer
Part Numbers
Description
0001
NOX T3
22857-001
NOX T3 PSG System with SPO2; Noxturnal analyses: (Includes Following: Recorder, Abdomen cable, RIP belts, Cannula with Filter, USB Cable, Carry Case, Lid Key, 3150 Wrist Ox2 Nonin 3150 WristOx2 , WristOx@ Soft Sensor, SPO2 3150 Wrist, CD-ROM Operators Manual, Noxturnal CD, Hookup Card, AA Battery units, AAA Battery Units) --Warranty covered for 2 years main hardware unit
0002
NOX T3
22009-001
NONIN 3150 Soft Sensor, Large
0003
NOX T3
22010-001
NONIN 3150 Soft Sensor, Medium
0004
NOX T3
22011-001
NONIN 3150 Soft Sensor, Small
0005
NOX T3
22989-001
3150 Wrist Band
0006
NOX T3
69590
NOX Disposable RIP Belt, Small, BX/20
0007
NOX T3
69591
NOX Disposable RIP Belt, Med, BX/20
0008
NOX T3
69592
NOX Disposable RIP Belt, Lar, BX/20
0009
NOX T3
69594
NOX Nasal Cannula W/Filter, BX/40
0010
NOX T3
27781-001
NOX-T3 Hook-up Guide, PKG 25 portable sleep monitor patient hook-up guide
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking vendors who can provide NOX T3 brand name or equal commodities of the Physiologic Somnography Analyzers as listed above which meet all the following salient characteristics below:
Salient Characteristics for CLINS 0001 - 0009
SC #
CLIN
SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS
METHOD OF EVALUATION
STATE WHERE SC IS REFLECTED IN TECHNICAL LITERATURE SUBMITTED
(PAGE/PARAGRAPH)
1
0001
Sleep Diagnostic System, and Analyses
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2
0001
Capable of Sleep Testing
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3
0001
Portable Sleep Testing (HTS) Device
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4
0001
Minimum of 5 Scalable Channels for Data Collection for Sleep Testing.
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5
0001
Shall have Multi-Night Recording Capability for Collection of Sleep Testing Data.
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6
0001
Shall have Bio-Sensor Data Collection Capability Recording for Sleep Testing:B Respiratory, Pulse, Oxygen Saturation, and Nasal Flow & Snoring.
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7
0001
Power - Battery Capability
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8
0001
Memory Storage: 500MB
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9
0001
Recording Time Capacity (hours): 24hours
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