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SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE This is Sources Sought announcement only, this is NOT a Request for Quote. The purpose of this notice is to conduct market research and obtain information from qualified vendors ... SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE This is Sources Sought announcement only, this is NOT a Request for Quote. The purpose of this notice is to conduct market research and obtain information from qualified vendors with special interest. No solicitation is being issued at this time. This notice shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to ultimately award a contract, nor does it restrict the Government to a particular acquisition approach. All information submitted in response to this announcement is voluntary; the Government will not pay for information requested nor will it compensate any respondent for any cost incurred in developing information provided to the Government. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 2, and the Northport VA Medical Center in Northport, NY anticipate a purchase order for the following: Automated Endoscope Reprocessor (Requirements on page 3) The applicable North American Classification System (NAICS) Code for this requirement is 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing). Interested vendors are reminded that in accordance with FAR 4.12, prospective contractors shall complete electronic annual representations and certifications in conjunction with FAR 4.11 required registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to award of a contract. Responses should address how you will meet the Government's needs according to the description below and provide a brief capability statement. Please include product literature that specifically addresses the technical requirements. All vendors that are interested in possibly providing these items and can meet the technical specification requirements detailed in the (SOW) that follows, are asked to submit the following information as well (all vendors regardless of business size are encouraged to respond): 1) Company Name: 2) Company Address: 3) DUNS Number: 4) Company POC Name: 5) Company POC Phone: 6) Company POC Email: 7) Company Website: 8) Business type: SB/SDVOSB/HBCU, etc.: 9) List of existing Government Contract Vehicles (GSA, FSS, DLA, DoD, SEWP, etc.) for this product/ solution if applicable: Responses due are to be submitted by email to Dayna.Dickson@va.gov by May 29th 2019 at 12:00pm. Email should contain the following information: Name of firm, Socio-Economic category of the firm, complete address and phone and fax number. STATEMENT OF WORK Overview: Sterile Processing Services requires two (2) new Medivators Advantage Plus Automatic Endoscope Reprocessor (AER) OR equivalent with hookup accessories and detergents to meet the demands of an increased Gastroenterology workload. This project is designed to ensure standards and practices are followed. In adhering to the mission Statement of the Northport VA, it is our duty to provide exceptional care for our Veterans. This request exemplifies our commitment to offering efficient, safe integrated quality healthcare capable of providing a full range of state-of-the-art care in an organization that is readily accessible and responsive to change. Specifications: The Medivators Advantage Plus AER is a fully automated, computer-based asynchronous endoscope reprocessor featuring an FDA-cleared cleaning claim: Use of the wash cycle with Intercept Detergent eliminates the need for manual brushing and flushing of the endoscope. The reprocessor monitors each endoscope channel separately for blockages and proper flow, ensuring complete high-level disinfection. A computerized detection system eliminates human error in the selection and connection of hook-ups. Tracking endoscope usage and viewing cycle logs are super easy with on-board data management tools. The single-use, environmentally-friendly Rapicide PA High-Level Disinfectant works in 5 minutes at a low 30°C *, saving time and ensuring compatibility. Continuous, automated leak testing and a programmable alcohol flush are also standard attributes. Key Features: Asynchronous, dual reprocessing basins Individual channel connectivity and channel blockage monitoring Continuous leak testing and automated alcohol flush Extensive cycle data management for scope-specific cycle programming, operation and cycle data documentation Single-use, environmentally friendly Rapicide PA peracetic acid high-level disinfectant to effectively kills CRE, and is environmentally safe to dispose of down the drain Remote diagnostics service capabilities for fast technical support Networking capabilities for centralized data collection of multiple Advantage machines and sites Water pre-filtration system and optional printer, air compressor and vapor management system PC-based system with large, flat screen monitor, mouse and keyboard Barcode reader and hands-free lid operation Requires Advantage Hookup Connector Blocks designed for endoscope-specific Connections Requirements: 2 Medivator Advantage Plus Automated Endoscope Reprocessors or equivalent. Hookup accessories for both machines 2 Intercept wipes or equivalent 2 Intercept detergent or equivalent Installation of machines. *It is important that no CIDEX OPA solution is used in these machines.