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Sources Sought Notice 1.0 DESCRIPTION The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program has identified the Electrostatic Sprayers product line as a candidate for a VA-... Sources Sought Notice 1.0 DESCRIPTION The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program has identified the Electrostatic Sprayers product line as a candidate for a VA-wide (otherwise referred to as national ) single Requirements contract award. The Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) Office of Procurement, Acquisition and Logistics (OPAL) Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC) on behalf of VHA is issuing this Sources Sought Notice in accordance with the FAR 10.002(b)(2) to determine the availability and technical capabilities of qualified sources. The SAC in conjunction with VHA is seeking a qualified source to provide brand name or equal Earthsafe Electrostatic Sprayers on an agency wide basis. VA intends to award a Requirements Contract with Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) orders IAW FAR 16.503, Requirements Contract to a supplier of this equipment. Vendors will be required to deliver Electrostatic Sprayers to VA medical centers and facilities throughout the United States. The anticipated period of performance is for one 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods from the date of award. However, the Government's decision as to whether to continue with the contract, upon annual review, will be based upon successful performance during each previous year and continued need. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 325998 All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing and the associated size standard is 650. 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 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 purposes only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the Government to award a contract, nor does the Government intend to pay for any information submitted as a result of this notice. This Sources Sought Notice 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 - Electrostatic sprayer: is a device that imparts an electrostatic charge to the disinfectant spray droplets, with the goal of improving deposition of the droplets onto surfaces and thus promoting more efficient use of the disinfectant. The following Contract Line Items are being considered: Contract Line Items # Part Numbers Description BASE YEAR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 0001 PX200ES Protexus 200 Professional Cordless Electrostatic Sprayer 100 100 100 100 100 0002 PX30ES Tank for Cordless Electrostatic Sprayer 75 75 75 75 75 0003 PXR22 Inlet Hose 75 75 75 75 75 0004 PX55ES Nozzle 60 micron 75 75 75 75 75 0005 PX49 Nozzle Wrench 75 75 75 75 75 0006 PX300ES Professional Backpack Electrostatic Sprayer 100 100 100 100 100 0007 PX30ES Tank for Backpack Electrostatic Sprayer 75 75 75 75 75 0008 PX90ES Travel Cart for Backpack Electrostatic Sprayer 100 100 100 100 100 0009 PX90 4-foot replacement Hose 75 75 75 75 75 0010 PX302 Spray Handle for Backpack Electrostatic Sprayer 75 75 75 75 75 0011 PX20ES 16.8 volt battery 150 150 150 150 150 0012 PX10ES 16.8 volt battery charger 150 150 150 150 150 The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking vendors who can provide Earthsafe Electrostatic Sprayers as listed above or equal commodities which meet all the following salient characteristics. CLIN 0001 applies to the following SC SC # SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS Method of Evaluation SC 1 Must be a Electrostatic Sprayer (using Electrostatic Technology) Literature Review SC 2 Optimum Spray Range 2-6 ft Literature Review CLIN 0006 applies to the following SC s SC # SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS Method of Evaluation SC 3 Must be a Electrostatic Sprayer (using Electrostatic Technology) Literature Review SC 4 Optimum Spray Range 2-6 ft Literature Review SC 5 Minimum Tank coverage 20,000 Literature Review CLIN s 0002 - 0005 and 0007, 0009 00011 apply to the following SC SC # SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS Method of Evaluation SC 6 Must have replacement parts Literature Review CLIN s 0008 - 0012 apply to the following SC SC # SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS Method of Evaluation SC 7 Accessories Literature Review For each product (brand name and part number), the response must include descriptive literature demonstrating the product meets or exceeds the salient characteristics (SC) specified above. 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. Vendors are encouraged to provide any product solution or configuration so long as they meet the salient characteristics. Additionally, responses can include any additional product that may be beneficial. These items must be clearly identified by brand name and part number. Responses to this Sources Sought Notice shall include the following: Does vendor offer an annual service plan, Yes or No? If Yes: What does the plan cover? Does plan cover software updates only? Does the plan cover parts repair or replacement only? Does the plan cover both software and parts? Vendor are requested to provide documentation that shows information on their service plan. Is the service provided by the OEM or a subcontractor? 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 salient characteristics and page numbers where each salient characteristic 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.