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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice Page 3 of 27 Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice *= Required Field Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice Page 1 of 27 SUBJECT* THYROID UPTAKE SYSTEM BRAND NAME OR EQUAL TO BIODEX ATOMLAB 960, 115V ALBANY VAMC GENERAL INFORMATION CONTRACTING OFFICE S ZIP CODE* 14227 SOLICITATION NUMBER* 36C24221Q1305 RESPONSE DATE/TIME/ZONE 08-10-2021 10AM EASTERN TIME, NEW YORK, USA ARCHIVE 45 DAYS AFTER THE RESPONSE DATE RECOVERY ACT FUNDS N SET-ASIDE SBA PRODUCT SERVICE CODE* 6515 NAICS CODE* 339112 CONTRACTING OFFICE ADDRESS Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 2 2875 Union Road Suite 3500 Cheektowaga NY 14227 POINT OF CONTACT* Contracting Officer Idalia Algarin idalia.algarin@va.gov 716-682-7461 x 22395 716=684-0474 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE ADDRESS ALBANY VAMC 113 Holland Avenue Albany NY POSTAL CODE 12208 COUNTRY USA ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AGENCY S URL URL DESCRIPTION AGENCY CONTACT S EMAIL ADDRESS EMAIL DESCRIPTION 36C24221Q1305 Page 1 of Page 1 of Page 1 of Page 27 of 27 Page 27 of 27 Page 27 of 27 Page 1 of Page 1 of Page 1 of Description This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for 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 document will not be issued. This solicitation is issued as an RFQ 36C24221Q 1305. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular Subpart 12.6 and 13.106. This solicitation is set-aside for SMALL BUSNESS (SB). The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339112 Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing , with a small business size standard of 1000. The FSC/PSC is 6515 Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment and Supplies The Albany VAMC has a requirement for Thyroid Uptake System brand name or equal to Biodex ATOMLAB 960, 115V for the Nuclear Medicine department. All interested companies shall provide quotations for the following: Supplies Line Item Description Quantity 1 THYROID UPTAKE SYS, ATOMLAB 960, 115V 1 2 WELL COUNTER 1 3 SOFTWARE, ATOMLAB 960 DICOM 1 4 PHANTOM, NECK, THYROID UPTAKE 1 5 SOURCE, CHECK , CS-137, 10uCi 1 Statement of Work Thyroid Uptake Unit Albany Stratton VA Medical Center GENERAL INFORMATION The Nuclear Medicine service at Stratton VA Medical Center (VAMC) in Albany, New York will better serve its Veterans by acquiring this Thyroid Uptake System, a multi-purpose spectrum analysis instrument designed for diverse nuclear medicine applications. The system performs Uptake studies, wipe tests, and other user-defined tasks that are accomplished with speed and precision using this fully integrated computer-controlled instrument and its comprehensive selection of application software. Engineered for mobility, durability and operational efficiency, the unit handles clinical tests, safety compliance tasks, and system administration procedures quickly and accurately. Built-in menus follow conventionally established nuclear medicine procedures, providing step-by-step guidance throughout defined procedures. The system automatically performs calculations, stores patient information and test results, and outputs clear, concise reports. User-defined uptake protocols can be initiated. SCOPE Delivery of the Thyroid Uptake system will allow a bioassay program for quick and efficient measurement of the staff thyroid burden for radiopharmaceuticals, I-123, I-125 and I-131. Measurement results can be reported in cpm, dpm, uCi, or Bq. Action levels may be set by the user for each isotope. System reporting facilitates single bioassay report, summary of multiple bioassays on an individual staff member, and summary report on multiple staff members. Reports are easily printed or saved as PDF files The Thyroid Uptake program supports multiple time-stamped uptake measurements, auto decay correction, user-defined uptake protocols, on-screen spectrum acquisition and analysis The system provides reports that include normal ranges and allow notes/comments entered by the facility physician and technologists. The wipe test application automatically calculates net contamination levels and reports results in dpm, uCi and Bq. The program allows compliance with regulations for counting and reporting results of wipes taken for contamination surveys. The system allows user to define an unlimited number of Area names and wipe Locations entered within the areas for testing and documentation. Each area may be designated as restricted , unrestricted , package or sealed source . The user may specify count times, activity units, wide window, and individual isotopes and geometric efficiencies or simply utilize the wide range of factory default options. The program displays and stores the full spectrum with each wipe, automatically calculates net contamination levels and reports results in dpm, uCi or Bq. Wipes above the user defined trigger levels are easily identified. A detailed spectrum analysis may also be performed for any wipe to help identify isotopes causing contamination. Customized reports can be printed or saved in PDF format. The application specialist will provide training and guidance to ensure safe use of the equipment and the study and administration applications provided. The contractor will provide cybersecurity best practices information and training, when applicable. The contractor will provide application update to ensure information security in the current equipment and other factors that interconnects with the imaging system including the network, other current peripheral applications and other new tools and software that will be developed or installed to work with the current work station and imaging equipment hardware and software. REQUIREMENT/SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS/SPECIFICATIONS Common Nomenclature: MEDICAL SPECTROMETER HARDWARE Kind of material: ALL IN ONE FLAT PANEL PC Electrical Data: Power: Low voltage transformer with hospital grade power cord and plug. Line Voltage: 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 2 AMP circuit breaker 230 VAC, 50 Hz, 1 AMP circuit breaker Dimensions, size, capacity: Arm down and retracted: 34" l x 26" w x 55" h (86.4 x 66 x 139.7 cm) Maximum Height: 60" (152.4 cm) Maximum Length: Arm Extended: 61" (154.9 cm) Principles of operation: Multi-Channel Analyzer: Channels: 1024 Spectral Resolution: FWHM 8% Count Rate: (Maximum) 150,000 cps for Tc-99m Count Rate Stability: 99% Gross Count Rate Linearity: Within 5% up to 150,000 cps Pulse Height Linearity: Within 2% (independent of detector) Detector High Voltage Adjustment: Automatic adjustment for both probe and well; uses 10 Ci Cs-137 as the calibration source. Restrictive environmental conditions: User Set: Unlimited user defined Isotopes, setting ROI, half life, name, efficiency and range. Intended use: Factory Programmed: Au-198, Ba-133, Co-57, Co-58, Co-60, Cr-51, Cs-137, F-18, Fe-59, Ga-67, Ga-68, Gd-153, Ge-68/Ga-68, Hg-197, I-123, I-125, I-131, In-111, Ir-192, K-42, Lu-177, Na-22, Na-24, Pd-103, Ra-223, Se-75, Sr-85, Tc-99m, Tc-99m/Tl-201, Tl-201, Yb-169, Wide Window. Equipment with which the item is used, Job related tools: Probe: 2" x 2" Nal (Tl) integral line scintillation detector Original equipment manufacturer part number: Atomlab 960 Other pertinent information that describes the item, material or service required: Uptake Stand: Dimensions: Arm down and retracted: 34" l x 26" w x 55" h (86.4 x 66 x 139.7 cm) Maximum Height: 60" (152.4 cm) Maximum Length: Arm Extended: 61" (154.9 cm) Collimated Shield: Flat field collimator meeting IAEA specifications Positioning: Distance bar and positioning light Arm: Counterbalanced, two section arm, moves 24.5" (62.2 cm) vertically and extends 31" (78.7 cm) horizontally from stand s vertical column. Casters: 4" Total locking Weight: 280 lb (127 kg) Combined weight with Well Counter: 330 lb (150 kg) Power: Low voltage transformer with hospital grade power cord and plug. Line Voltage: 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 2 AMP circuit breaker 230 VAC, 50 Hz, 1 AMP circuit breaker OTHER UNIQUE REQUIREMENTS : Optional 187-602 Well Counter Compatibility with Existing Equipment: WINDOWS 10 compatible Applicable DICOM compliance, Directives or IT Policies: Coordination with On-going Construction Project (provide the project number): N/A Warranty: 1 year from date of receipt and verification of installation/operation. Two years part/labor warranty Training: Initial installation and launch training staff and service support Service and/or Maintenance: Preventive maintenance and training support. Safety/ISO/IT/BioMed/SPS & Other Departmental Compliance: N/A. DELIVERY Contractor must deliver all components of the system as stated in this solicitation within 30 days of award notice. Standard FOB Destination to: ALBANY VAMC, 113 HOLLAND AVENUE, ALBANY NY 12208 Government-Furnished Property, Material, Equipment, or Information (GFP, GFM, GFE, or GFI) N/A SECURITY N/A SPECIAL MATERIAL REQUIREMENT N/A PLACE OF PERFORMANCE The system will be installed, serviced, and updated at the facility, VAMC Albany, Nuclear Medicine Department. Servicing, training, and support of personnel will be per stipulations on the final contract. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE The period of performance for this contract will be 30 calendar days from award notice. Interested parties may respond to this requirement by Friday, August 13, 2021 at 10 am EDT. All information shall be furnished at no cost or obligation to the Government. All inquiries must be submitted by email to Idalia Algarin at Idalia.algarin@va.gov. Enter RFQ 36C24221Q1305 THYROID UPTAKE SYSTEM - ALBANY in the email subject line. SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES C.1 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS COMMERCIAL ITEMS (OCT 2018) (a) Inspection/Acceptance. The Contractor shall only tender for acceptance those items that conform to the requirements of this contract. The Government reserves the right to inspect or test any supplies or services that have been tendered for acceptance. The Government may require repair or replacement of nonconforming supplies or reperformance of nonconforming services at no increase in contract price. If repair/replacement or reperformance will not correct the defects or is not possible, the Government may seek an equitable price reduction or adequate consideration for acceptance of nonconforming supplies or services. The Government must exercise its post-acceptance rights (1) Within a reasonable time after the defect was discovered or should have been discovered; and (2) Before any substantial change occurs in the condition of the item, unless the change is due to the defect in the item. (b) Assignment. The Contractor or its assignee may assign its rights to receive payment due as a result of performance of this contract to a bank, trust company, or other financing institution, including any Federal lending agency in accordance with the Assignment of Claims Act (31 U.S.C. 3727). However, when a third party makes payment (e.g., use of the Governmentwide commercial purchase card), the Contractor may not assign its rights to receive payment under this contract. (c) Changes. Changes in the terms and conditions of this contract may be made only by written agreement of the parties. (d) Disputes. This contract is subject to 41 U.S.C. chapter 71, Contract Disputes. Failure of the parties to this contract to reach agreement on any request for equitable adjustment, claim, appeal or action arising under or relating to this contract shall be a dispute to be resolved in accordance with the clause at FAR 52.233-1, Disputes, which is incorporated herein by reference. The Contractor shall proceed diligently with performance of this contract, pending final resolution of any dispute arising under the contract. (e) Definitions. The clause at FAR 52.202-1, Definitions, is incorporated herein by reference. (f) Excusable delays. The Contractor shall be liable for default unless nonperformance is caused by an occurrence beyond the reasonable control of the Contractor and without its fault or negligence such as, acts of God or the public enemy, acts of the Government in either its sovereign or contractual capacity, fires, floods, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, strikes, unusually severe weather, and delays of common carriers. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer in writing as soon as it is reasonably possible after the commencement of any excusable delay, setting forth the full particulars in connection therewith, shall remedy such occurrence with all reasonable dispatch, and shall promptly give written notice to the Contracting Officer of the cessation of such occurrence. (g) Invoice. (1) The Contractor shall submit an original invoice and three copies (or electronic invoice, if authorized) to the address designated in the contract to receive invoices. An invoice must include (i) Name and address of the Contractor; (ii) Invoice date and number; (iii) Contract number, line item number and, if applicable, the order number; (iv) Description, quantity, unit of measure, unit price and extended price of the items delivered; (v) Shipping number and date of shipment, including the bill of lading number and weight of shipment if shipped on Government bill of lading; (vi) Terms of any discount for prompt payment offered; (vii) Name and address of official to whom payment is to be sent; (viii) Name, title, and phone number of person to notify in event of defective invoice; and (ix) Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN). The Contractor shall include its TIN on the invoice only if required elsewhere in this contract. (x) Electronic funds transfer (EFT) banking information. (A) The Contractor shall include EFT banking information on the invoice only if required elsewhere in this contract. (B) If EFT banking information is not required to be on the invoice, in order for the invoice to be a proper invoice, the Contractor shall have submitted correct EFT banking information in accordance with the applicable solicitation provision, contract clause (e.g., 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer System for Award Management, or 52.232-34, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer Other Than System for Award Management), or applicable agency procedures. (C) EFT banking information is not required if the Government waived the requirement to pay by EFT. (2) Invoices will be handled in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act (31 U.S.C. 3903) and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) prompt payment regulations at 5 CFR part 1315. (h) Patent indemnity. The Contractor shall indemnify the Government and its officers, employees and agents against liability, including costs, for actual or alleged direct or contributory infringement of, or inducement to infringe, any United States or foreign patent, trademark or copyright, arising out of the performance of this contract, provided the Contractor is reasonably notified of such claims and proceedings. (i) Payment. (1) Items accepted. Payment shall be made for items accepted by the Government that have been delivered to the delivery destinations set forth in this contract. (2) Prompt payment. The Government will make payment in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act (31 U.S.C. 3903) and prompt payment regulations at 5 CFR part 1315. (3) Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). If the Government makes payment by EFT, see 52.212-5(b) for the appropriate EFT clause. (4) Discount. In connection with any discount offered for early payment, time shall be computed from the date of the invoice. For the purpose of computing the discount earned, payment shall be considered to have been made on the date which appears on the payment check or the specified payment date if an electronic funds transfer payment is made. (5) Overpayments. If the Contractor becomes aware of a duplicate contract financing or invoice payment or that the Government has otherwise overpaid on a contract financing or invoice payment, the Contractor shall (i) Remit the overpayment amount to the payment office cited in the contract along with a description of the overpayment including the (A) Circumstances of the overpayment (e.g., duplicate payment, erroneous payment, liquidation errors, date(s) of overpayment); (B) Affected contract number and delivery order number, if applicable; (C) Affected line item or subline item, if applicable; and (D) Contractor point of contact. (ii) Provide a copy of the remittance and supporting documentation to the Contracting Officer. (6) Interest. (i) All amounts that become payable by the Contractor to the Government under this contract shall bear simple interest from the date due until paid unless paid within 30 days of becoming due. The interest rate shall be the interest rate established by the Secretary of the Treasury as provided in 41 U.S.C. 7109, which is applicable to the period in which the amount becomes due, as provided in (i)(6)(v) of this clause, and then at the rate applicable for each six-month period as fixed by the Secretary until the amount is paid. (ii) The Government may issue a demand for payment to the Contractor upon finding a debt is due under the contract. (iii) Final decisions. The Contracting Officer will issue a final decision as required by 33.211 if (A) The Contracting Officer and the Contractor are unable to reach agreement on the existence or amount of a debt within 30 days; (B) The Contractor fails to liquidate a debt previously demanded by the Contracting Officer within the timeline specified in the demand for payment unless the amounts were not repaid because the Contractor has requested an installment payment agreement; or (C) The Contractor requests a deferment of collection on a debt previously demanded by the Contracting Officer (see 32.607-2). (iv) If a demand for payment was previously issued for the debt, the demand for payment included in the final decision shall identify the same due date as the original demand for payment. (v) Amounts shall be due at the earliest of the following dates: (A) The date fixed under this contract. (B) The date of the first written demand for payment, including any demand for payment resulting from a default termination. (vi) The interest charge shall be computed for the actual number of calendar days involved beginning on the due date and ending on (A) The date on which the designated office receives payment from the Contractor; (B) The date of issuance of a Government check to the Contractor from which an amount otherwise payable has been withheld as a credit against the contract debt; or (C) The date on which an amount withheld and applied to the contract debt would otherwise have become payable to the Contractor. (vii) The interest charge made under this clause may be reduced under the procedures prescribed in 32.608-2 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation in effect on the date of this contract. (j) Risk of loss. Unless the contract specifically provides otherwise, risk of loss or damage to the supplies provided under this contract shall remain with the Contractor until, and shall pass to the Government upon: (1) Delivery of the supplies to a carrier, if transportation is f.o.b. origin; or (2) Delivery of the supplies to the Government at the destination specified in the contract, if transportation is f.o.b. destination. (k) Taxes. The contract price includes all applicable Federal, State, and local taxes and duties. (l) Termination for the Government's convenience. The Government reserves the right to terminate this contract, or any part hereof, for its sole convenience. In the event of such termination, the Contractor shall immediately stop all work hereunder and shall immediately cause any and all of its suppliers and subcontractors to cease work. Subject to the terms of this contract, the Contractor shall be paid a percentage of the contract price reflecting the percentage of the work performed prior to the notice of termination, plus reasonable charges the Contractor can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Government using its standard record keeping system, have resulted from the termination. The Contractor shall not be required to comply with the cost accounting standards or contract cost principles for this purpose. This paragraph does not give the Government any right to audit the Contractor's records. The Contractor shall not be paid for any work performed or costs incurred which reasonably could have been avoided. (m) Termination for cause. The Government may terminate this contract, or any part hereof, for cause in the event of any default by the Contractor, or if the Contractor fails to comply with any contract terms and conditions, or fails to provide the Government, upon request, with adequate assurances of future performance. In the event of termination for cause, the Government shall not be liable to the Contractor for any amount for supplies or services not accepted, and the Contractor shall be liable to the Government for any and all rights and remedies provided by law. If it is determined that the Government improperly terminated this contract for default, such termination shall be deemed a termination for convenience. (n) Title. Unless specified elsewhere in this contract, title to items furnished under this contract shall pass to the Government upon acceptance, regardless of when or where the Government takes physical possession. (o) Warranty. The Contractor warrants and implies that the items delivered hereunder are merchantable and fit for use for the particular purpose described in this contract. (p) Limitation of liability. Except as otherwise provided by an express warranty, the Contractor will not be liable to the Government for consequential damages resulting from any defect or deficiencies in accepted items. (q) Other compliances. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State and local laws, executive orders, rules and regulations applicable to its performance under this contract. (r) Compliance with laws unique to Government contracts. The Contractor agrees to comply with 31 U.S.C. 1352 relating to limitations on the use of appropriated funds to influence certain Federal contracts; 18 U.S.C. 431 relating to officials not to benefit; 40 U.S.C. chapter 37, Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards; 41 U.S.C. chapter 87, Kickbacks; 41 U.S.C. 4712 and 10 U.S.C. 2409 relating to whistleblower protections; 49 U.S.C. 40118, Fly American; and 41 U.S.C. chapter 21 relating to procurement integrity. (s) Order of precedence. Any inconsistencies in this solicitation or contract shall be resolved by giving precedence in the following order: (1) The schedule of supplies/services. (2) The Assignments, Disputes, Payments, Invoice, Other Compliances, Compliance with Laws Unique to Government Contracts, and Unauthorized Obligations paragraphs of this clause; (3) The clause at 52.212-5. (4) Addenda to this solicitation or contract, including any license agreements for computer software. (5) Solicitation provisions if this is a solicitation. (6) Other paragraphs of this clause. (7) The Standard Form 1449. (8) Other documents, exhibits, and attachments (9) The specification. (t) [Reserved] (u) Unauthorized Obligations. (1) Except as stated in paragraph (u)(2) of this clause, when any supply or service acquired under this contract is subject to any End User License Agreement (EULA), Terms of Service (TOS), or similar legal instrument or agreement, that includes any clause requiring the Government to indemnify the Contractor or any person or entity for damages, costs, fees, or any other loss or liability that would create an Anti-Deficiency Act violation (31 U.S.C. 1341), the following shall govern: (i) Any such clause is unenforceable against the Government. (ii) Neither the Government nor any Government authorized end user shall be deemed to have agreed to such clause by virtue of it appearing in the EULA, TOS, or similar legal instrument or agreement. If the EULA, TOS, or similar legal instrument or agreement is invoked through an I agree click box or other comparable mechanism (e.g., click-wrap or browse-wrap agreements), execution does not bind the Government or any Government authorized end user to such clause. (iii) Any such clause is deemed to be stricken from the EULA, TOS, or similar legal instrument or agreement. (2) Paragraph (u)(1) of this clause does not apply to indemnification by the Government that is expressly authorized by statute and specifically authorized under applicable agency regulations and procedures. (v) Incorporation by reference. The Contractor s representations and certifications, including those completed electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM), are incorporated by reference into the contract. (End of Clause) ADDENDUM to FAR 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS COMMERCIAL ITEMS Clauses that are incorporated by reference (by Citation Number, Title, and Date), have the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The following clauses are incorporated into 52.212-4 as an addendum to this contract: C.2 VAAR 852.212-70 PROVISIONS AND CLAUSES APPLICABLE TO VA ACQUISITION OF COMMERCIAL ITEMS (APR 2020) (a) The Contractor agrees to comply with any provision or clause that is incorporated herein by reference to implement agency policy applicable to acquisition of commercial items or components. The following provisions and clauses that have been checked by the Contracting Officer are incorporated by reference. [X] 852.203 70, Commercial Advertising. [] 852.209 70, Organizational Conflicts of Interest. [] 852.211 70, Equipment Operation and Maintenance Manuals. [] 852.214 71, Restrictions on Alternate Item(s). [] 852.214 72, Alternate Item(s). [Note: this is a fillable clause.] [] 852.214 73, Alternate Packaging and Packing. [] 852.214 74, Marking of Bid Samples. [X] 852.215 70, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Veteran-Owned Small Business Evaluation Factors. [X] 852.215 71, Evaluation Factor Commitments. [] 852.216 71, Economic Price Adjustment of Contract Price(s) Based on a Price Index. [] 852.216 72, Proportional Economic Price Adjustment of Contract Price(s) Based on a Price Index. [] 852.216 73, Economic Price Adjustment State Nursing Home Care for Veterans. [] 852.216 74, Economic Price Adjustment Medicaid Labor Rates. [] 852.216 75, Economic Price Adjustment Fuel Surcharge. [] 852.219 9, VA Small Business Subcontracting Plan Minimum Requirements. [] 852.219 10, VA Notice of Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set-Aside. [] 852.219 11, VA Notice of Total Veteran-Owned Small Business Set-Aside. [] 852.222 70, Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Nursing Home Care for Veterans. [] 852.228 70, Bond Premium Adjustment. [] 852.228 71, Indemnification and Insurance. [] 852.228 72, Assisting Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses in Obtaining Bonds. [X] 852.232 72, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests. [] 852.233 70, Protest Content/Alternative Dispute Resolution. [] 852.233 71, Alternate Protest Procedure. [] 852.237 70, Indemnification and Medical Liability Insurance. [X] 852.246 71, Rejected Goods. [] 852.246 72, Frozen Processed Foods. [] 852.246 73, Noncompliance with Packaging, Packing, and/or Marking Requirements. [] 852.270 1, Representatives of Contracting Officers. [] 852.271 72, Time Spent by Counselee in Counseling Process. [] 852.271 73, Use and Publication of Counseling Results. [] 852.271 74, Inspection. [] 852.271 75, Extension of Contract Period. [] 852.273 70, Late Offers. [] 852.273 71, Alternative Negotiation Techniques. [] 852.273 72, Alternative Evaluation. [] 852.273 73, Evaluation Health-Care Resources. [] 852.273 74, Award without Exchanges. (b) All requests for quotations, solicitations, and contracts for commercial item services to be provided to beneficiaries must include the following clause: [] 852.237 74, Nondiscrimination in Service Delivery. (End of Clause) C.3 VAAR 852.219-74 LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING MONITORING AND COMPLIANCE (JUL 2018) (a) This solicitation includes FAR 52.219-4 Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HubZone Small Business Concerns. (b) Accordingly, any contract resulting from this solicitation is subject to the limitation on subcontracting requirements in 13 CFR 125.6, or the limitations on subcontracting requirements in the FAR clause, as applicable. The Contractor is advised that in performing contract administration functions, the Contracting Officer may use the services of a support contractor(s) retained by VA to assist in assessing the Contractor's compliance with the limitations on subcontracting or percentage of work performance requirements specified in the clause. To that end, the support contractor(s) may require access to Contractor's offices where the Contractor's business records or other proprietary data are retained and to review such business records regarding the Contractor's compliance with this requirement. (c) All support contractors conducting this review on behalf of VA will be required to sign an Information Protection and Non-Disclosure and Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest Agreement to ensure the Contractor's business records or other proprietary data reviewed or obtained in the course of assisting the Contracting Officer in assessing the Contractor for compliance are protected to ensure information or data is not improperly disclosed or other impropriety occurs. (d) Furthermore, if VA determines any services the support contractor(s) will perform in assessing compliance are advisory and assistance services as defined in FAR 2.101, Definitions, the support contractor(s) must also enter into an agreement with the Contractor to protect proprietary information as required by FAR 9.505-4, Obtaining access to proprietary information, paragraph (b). The Contractor is required to cooperate fully and make available any records as may be required to enable the Contracting Officer to assess the Contractor's compliance with the limitations on subcontracting or percentage of work performance requirement. (End of Clause) C.4 VAAR 852.219-75 SUBCONTRACTING COMMITMENTS MONITORING AND COMPLIANCE (JUL 2018) (a) This solicitation includes the clause: 852.215-70 Service-disabled veteran-owned and veteran-owned small business evaluation factors. Accordingly, any contract resulting from this solicitation will include the clause 852.215-71 Evaluation factor commitments. (b) The Contractor is advised that in performing contract administration functions, the Contracting Officer may use the services of a support contractor(s) to assist in assessing Contractor compliance with the subcontracting commitments incorporated into the contract. To that end, the support contractor(s) may require access to the Contractor's business records or other proprietary data to review such business records regarding contract compliance with this requirement. (c) All support contractors conducting this review on behalf of VA will be required to sign an Information Protection and Non-Disclosure and Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest Agreement to ensure the Contractor's business records or other proprietary data reviewed or obtained in the course of assisting the Contracting Officer in assessing the Contractor for compliance are protected to ensure information or data is not improperly disclosed or other impropriety occurs. (d) Furthermore, if VA determines any services the support contractor(s) will perform in assessing compliance are advisory and assistance service...