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Page 11 of 11 Page 1 of STATEMENT OF NEED & SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS Triton 6E Traction Table (Advanced Package) Blue Brand Name or Equal The Wilmington VA Medical Center (Wilmington VAMC) Rehab Depart...
Page 11 of 11 Page 1 of STATEMENT OF NEED & SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS Triton 6E Traction Table (Advanced Package) Blue Brand Name or Equal The Wilmington VA Medical Center (Wilmington VAMC) Rehab Department is in need of a new Brand Name or Equal to requirement for three (3) (1 of each to each of 3 locations) - Triton 6E Traction Table (Advanced Package) Blue, and Triton DTS Advanced System Accessory Package ONLY. These units are needed at all 3 locations where Physical Therapy services are offered. For years, the department has unsuccessfully attempted to treat these conditions with cheaper, portable models. These will be replaced with units that represent innovative and new technology and updated systems. Replacing this equipment will standardize the equipment that is state of the art and has multiple application uses and is necessary so that therapists traveling between sites will be familiar with the use of the equipment. The Wilmington VA Medical Center, The Dover CBOC, and the Cape May CBOC are all in need of these Triton 6E Traction Tables that can accommodate multiple patient positions along with an advanced accessory package. This is a solicitation for Brand Name or Equal. The units must be rated for commercial use to withstand heavy use be within hospital specification standards. ITEM NUMBERS DESCRIPTION/SUPPLIES/SERVICES QTY UNIT PRICE 4769E102US Triton 6E Traction Table (Advanced Package) Blue 3 EA 8250 Triton DTS Advanced System Accessory Package ONLY 3 EA Salient Characteristics: The 1st piece of equipment is the traction table and must: Be an advanced electric traction table, powered by 6 modern actuators, assist in friction-free movement of head, pelvic, chest and leg sections Ideally positioned hand remote control to allow for easy access around the table 6-section treatment table to provide maximum patient comfort in prone and supine positions for manual and traction therapy Pelvic tilt section can be adjusted from 0° to 20° to aid flexion of lumbar spine and to help address pelvic asymmetry Head piece can be repositioned from -30° to +40° to allow easy access to thoracic and cervical spine and has a foldaway grab bar Atmospheric LED light system in table frame, with cycling or fixed modes Tuck-away grab bars for hanging traction without thoracic restraint Heated cushions provide greater patient comfort with table controls to regulate both the heating and lighting functions Easy to transport and secure once in with 4 retractable feet/castors Integrated cable and power cord system Pivoting traction mount. The 2nd piece of equipment is the advanced accessory package and includes: 2841 DTS Triton Traction Unit Fully programmable DTS pull patterns deliver pull forces that closely mimic the hand-delivered feel clinicians provide Isolation of all phases of pull with independent timing for pretension, progression, traction and regression Variable speed control for ultimate patient comfort and increased treatment flexibility Programmable pretension prior to initiation of traction therapy eases guarding and provides greater comfort for the acute patient Five unique pull patterns add gradient, progressive range of motion and oscillations Clinical Protocols? for cervical and lumbar conditions Memory storage for 80 user-defined protocols Static, intermittent, and cyclic traction options Full-color clinical graphic library includes anatomical images, common pathologies, and detailed belting technique tutorial Digital high resolution color touch screen interface that pivots 270 degrees Patient Data Cards record relevant treatment data such as patient treatment sessions, pre- and post-treatment patient pain scales, pain mapping and pain types 2825 QuikWrap DTS Belt Set A/P pull force is distributed evenly to eliminate slippage Universal fit with hook and loop closure No buckles or belts over patient contact areas Includes Thoracic belt, pelvic belt and pelvic belt extender 42901 Knee Bolster 9296 Stabilizer Pressure Biofeedback 7040 Clinical Cervical Traction System includes Clevis for mounting to table Unit pulls at base of occiput for effective traction No head halter needed No TMJ pressure point Lift gate truck delivery White glove service specified to have equipment delivered, unpacked, installed and all material removed. The equipment will be installed in 3 different locations: Wilmington: Wilmington VA Medical Center, 1601 Kirkwood Hwy Wilmington, DE 19805 Dover CBOC: Dover CBOC 65 S. Bay Rd. Unit 3C - Rm 203 Dover, DE 19901 Cape May CBOC: Cape May CBOC 3801 US 9 South Rm 110 Rio Grande, NJ 08242 Delivery: As soon as can be accomplished Delivery accepted by Donelle Mitchell Donelle.mitchell@va.gov 302-287-3673 Brand Name or Equal       (a) If an item in this solicitation is identified as brand name or equal, the purchase description reflects the characteristics and level of quality that will satisfy the Government s needs. The salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics that equal products must meet are specified in the solicitation.       (b) To be considered for award, offers of equal products, including equal products of the brand name manufacturer, must-            (1) Meet the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristic specified in this solicitation.            (2) Clearly identify the item by-                 (i) Brand name, if any; and                 (ii) Make or model number.            (3) Include descriptive literature such as illustrations, drawings, or a clear reference to previously furnished descriptive data or information available to the Contracting Officer; and            (4) Clearly describe any modifications the offeror plans to make in a product to make it conform to the solicitation requirements. Mark any descriptive material to clearly show the modifications.       (c) The Contracting Officer will evaluate equal products on the basis of information furnished by the offeror or identified in the offer and reasonably available to the Contracting Officer. The Contracting Officer is not responsible for locating or obtaining any information not identified in the offer.       (d) Unless the offeror clearly indicates in its offer that the product being offered is an equal product, the offeror shall provide the brand name product referenced in the solicitation. The Contractor must comply and provide all necessary information to VA. Otherwise, the delivery may be refused and require redelivery at no additional cost to the government. Normal business hours for acceptance of deliveries are 8:00am-3:30pm, Monday thru Friday excluding Federal Holidays. Deliveries must be coordinated in advance with COR once a ship date is established. The COR, Wilmington Rehab department and/or Logistics Representative shall be the only VA entity signing for freight received on this requirement. The VA-issued purchase order number must be included in the packing slip. All items included in the requirement shall be shipped and delivered to site at same time. If deliveries must be broken into several shipments due to size, this must be coordinated in advance with the COR. Failure the coordinate shipment with COR, may result in failure to deliver on site and cause re-scheduling of delivery/freight at no charge to the government. The packing slip must include the VA-issued purchase order number. Training Any training scheduled should be coordinated with the COR and VA staff. Additional Charges There will be no additional charges with the waste management protocol listed in section 8. Packaging Waste management Contractor shall remove packaging materials and all shipping debris from site and dispose of at appropriate recycling facilities. Contractor shall collect and separate for disposal all paper, plastic, polystyrene, corrugated cardboard, packaging material in appropriate bins for recycling on site if available. Contract shall fold metal and plastic banding, flatten and place in designated areas for trash. 7. Influenza Vaccination VHA Directive 1192 requires all health care personnel (HCP) to participate in the seasonal influenza prevention program and outlines the key implementation steps. Health care personnel is defined in VHA Directive 1192 as all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical, and administrative, paid, and unpaid, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, students, researchers, volunteers, and trainees who work in VHA locations. HCP covered by the policy are expected to receive annual influenza vaccination. This requirement is extended to all Contractor personnel with potential to come into minimal contact (passing in the corridor) with any patients, visitors, or staff members at VA. Those individuals unable or unwilling to be vaccinated are required to wear a face mask throughout the influenza season. Masks are available at entrances throughout the medical center. It is the responsibility of the contractor to ensure that all contract staff is compliant with the requirements outlined in VHA Directive 1192. The contractor shall maintain the following documentation: - Documentation of vaccination, e.g., signed record of immunization from a health care provider or pharmacy, or a copy of medical records documenting the vaccination. - Completed Health Care Personnel Influenza Vaccination Form (Attachment B of VHA Directive 1192) if unwilling or unable to receive the vaccine. The contractor is required to submit annual certification in the form of a memorandum to the Contracting Officer s Representative (COR) that all contract staff performing services at VA facilities follows VHA Directive 1192. 8. HIPAA Training Certificates If Contractor will be working onsite for installation and activation of equipment, all HIPAA training completion documentation must be provided to the COR listed in the awarded contract. 9. Tobacco All VA property is tobacco free. Contractor personnel will comply with VA tobacco and smoking policies. Violations will result in a warning and possible citation. 10. COVID-19 Related Policies Upon entering VA, per CDC and federal regulations, all personnel must wear the required PPE while on-site; at a minimum this includes a cloth mask. PPE will not be provided by VA. All individuals are required to enter through the main entrance for temperature screening. If Contractor s temperature exceeds the designated threshold, they will be asked to leave. In the event of an FSE being forced to vacate the premises, they shall notify the necessary Rehab department staff and provide a contact for a replacement.
