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1.0 DESCRIPTION The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program has identified the TEE and Endocavity Ultrasound Probe Storage Cabinets product line as a candidate f... 1.0 DESCRIPTION The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program has identified the TEE and Endocavity Ultrasound Probe Storage Cabinets product line as a candidate for a VA-wide (otherwise referred to as national ) multiple award Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). The Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) Office of Procurement, Acquisition and Logistics (OPAL) Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC) on behalf of VHA is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) in accordance with the FAR 10.002(b)(2) to determine the availability and technical capabilities of qualified sources. The period of performance is for a 60-month ordering period from the date of award. The SAC in conjunction with VHA is seeking a qualified sources to manufacturer on an agency wide basis. VA intends to award a multiple award BPA with Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) orders IAW FAR 13.303, Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to suppliers of this equipment. Vendors will be required to deliver TEE and Endocavity Ultrasound Probe Storage Cabinets to VA medical centers and facilities throughout the United States. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339113 Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing and the associated size standard is 800 employees. The FAR Provision found at 52.204-7(b)(1) requires that All interested Offerors must be registered in SAM prior to submitting an offer or quotation. You may access the SAM website at SAM.gov | Home. All offerors must be certified as with the appropriate NAICS code on the SAM website. All SDVOSB/VOSB offerors must be verified in the SBA database at https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/#search at the time of quote submission. This notice is for planning purpose only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the Government to award a BPA, nor does the Government intend to pay for any information submitted as a result of this notice. This RFI is part of a continuous process for obtaining the latest information on the commercial status of the industry with respect to their current and near-term abilities. The information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for, or award, a competitive contract. It is emphasized that this is a notice solely for planning and informational purposes 2.0 SCOPE The TEE and Endocavity Ultrasound Probe Storage Cabinets are designed to effectively provide a dedicated secure and clean storage environment for disinfected ultrasound probes. Consistent with National Guidelines, the TEE and Endocavity Ultrasound Probe Storage Cabinets allow probes to be hung vertically with sufficient space between probes minimizing the possibility of contamination and damage. Using positive pressure, a fan draws air through a replaceable HEPA filter providing a continuous flow of clean filtered air throughout the cabinet to minimize probe contact with airborne contaminants allowing for a safe and clean storage environment. The TEE and Endocavity Ultrasound Probe Storage Cabinets locking doors provide added security and safe storage. The following line item comprise the TEE and Endocavity Ultrasound Probe Storage Cabinets product line: CLIN # DESCRIPTION YEAR ONE YEAR TWO YEAR THREE YEAR FOUR YEAR FIVE 0001 TEE Ultrasound Probe Storage Cabinet with HEPA filtered air 100 100 100 100 100 0002 General Purpose/Endocavity Ultrasound Probe Storage Cabinet 100 100 100 100 100 0003 Replacement HEPA Filter 100 100 100 100 100 Vendors who propose brands that meet all the minimum technical requirements (MTRs) below, should provide that information in the chart below in their response to this Sources Sought Notice. MANUFACTURERS PART NUMBERS DESCRIPTION YEAR ONE YEAR TWO YEAR THREE YEAR FOUR YEAR FIVE 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking vendors who can provide TEE and Endocavity Ultrasound Probe Storage Cabinets identified above which meet all the following minimum technical requirements (MTRs). Vendors are encouraged to provide any product solution or configuration so long as they meet the MTRs. Additionally, vendors responses can include any additional product that may be beneficial. These items must be clearly identified by brand name and part number. For each product the response must include descriptive literature demonstrating the product meets or exceeds the MTRs specified below. The Government's intent is to include all ancillary items to ensure the equipment can function as designed by the OEM and as clinically required. MTRS # MINIMUM TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS (MTRS) METHOD OF EVALUATION APPLICABLE CLINS VENDOR S PROVIDE PAGE # WHERE EACH MTR IS MET IN YOUR TECHNICAL LITERATURE MTR 1 The TEE and Endocavity Ultrasound Probe Storage Cabinets shall be a freestanding cabinet constructed of stainless-steel, sheet metal, or other non-porous bacteria and moisture-resistant material. Literature Review 0001 - 0002 MTR 2 The TEE and Endocavity Ultrasound Probe Storage Cabinets shall be equipped with lockable hinged windowed doors. Literature Review 0001 - 0002 MTR 3 The TEE and Endocavity Ultrasound Probe Storage Cabinets shall be equipped with vertical hanging racks/hooks and support shelves for safe scope management and storage. Literature Review 0001 - 0002 MTR 4 The TEE and Endocavity Ultrasound Probe Storage Cabinets shall house TEE probes and Endocavity probes (vaginal, rectal, and general purpose). Literature Review 0001 - 0002 MTR 5 The TEE and Endocavity Ultrasound Probe Storage Cabinets shall be equipped with a blower that draws air through a replaceable HEPA filter (Filter Specifications: 99.97% @ 0.3 µm). Literature Review 0001 - 0002 MTR 6 The TEE and Endocavity Ultrasound Probe Storage Cabinets shall be equipped with a HEPA filter replacement/change indicator light and/or alarm. Literature Review 0001 - 0002 MTR 7 The replacement filter shall meet the following filter specifications: 99.97% @ 0.3 µm. Literature Review 0003 Responses to this Sources Sought Notice shall include the following: Full name and address of company DUNS number/ CAGE Code/ SAM UIE Business Size Manufacturer or Distributor If distributor provide full name, business size and address of manufacturer Country of Origin designation for all products Ability to provide uninterrupted supply of products on a national scale Technical Literature that clearly shows product(s) meet the identified minimum technical requirements (MTRs) and page numbers where each MTR is met Any additional product solution or configuration that would be beneficial to the clinical functionality of the product line identified Although not required, vendors responding to this Sources Sought may also submit a Capabilities Statement