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This is a COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items, as su... This is a COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. VA will conduct the procurement according to a combination of FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items and Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. (ii) The solicitation number is 36C24523Q0192 and is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). (iii) The provisions and clauses incorporated into this solicitation document are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2021-07, fiscal year 2023. Provisions and clauses incorporated by reference have the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. The full text of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulations supplement (VAAR) can be accessed on the Internet at http://www.arnet.gov/far (FAR) and http://vaww.appc1.va.gov/oamm/vaar (VAAR) (iv) This requirement will be competed unrestricted in the Open Market. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing and the size standard is 1000 employees. (v) The Baltimore VA Maryland Health Care System is seeking to purchase Cytation 5 multi-mode plate reader and installation. This requirement consists of three (3) line items: ITEM INFORMATION: Product Number Product Description Units of Measure Quantity CYT5MF-SN CYTSMF'-SN CYTS WMONO & FILTER WITH THE FOLLOWING CONFIGURATION: F FILTER CUBE SELECTION: 8040501 PMT FOR FILTER-BASED SYSTEM: LOW NOISE 49984 PMT FOR MONO-BASED SYSTEM: LOW NOISE 49984 SHIP-TO COUNTRY: USA SOFTWARE SELECTION:GENS GENS SOFTWARE CYTSMF-SN#00l (or EQUAL) Each 1 8040587 FLTR BLK MITOXPRESS XTRA ASBY (or EQUAL) Each 1 Shipping SHIPPING LT 1 ESTIMATED DELIVERY: 30 Days ARO STATEMENT OF WORK: Contract Title. Purchase of a Cytation 5 multi-mode plate reader (or Equal). Background. The VA Maryland Health Care System (VAMHCS) requires the purchase of a Cytation 5 multi-mode reader (or Equal) manufactured by Agilent Technologies to carry out experiments such as quantifications of DNA, RNA, proteins and ELISA assays as well as the study of cellular metabolism for the study of Endocrine actions of Sclerostin . The equipment will support a project funded by Dr. Ryan Riddle s Merit award entitled Endocrine Actions of Sclerostin (Project number: I01 BX003724). Dr. Riddle s laboratory currently does not have an equipment suitable for the purpose described above. The equipment is required to complete the work proposed in the Merit award aimed in the assessment of the effect of sclerostin in transgenic mice and cell line models. Dr. Riddle s research team will utilize this equipment a regular basis. The purchased Agilent Technologies Cytation 5 multi-mode reader (or Equal) must be able to have Advanced 4th Generation QUAD Top and Bottom Fluorescence Monochromator, type in any Wavelength AND any Bandwidth, variable Bandwidth in fluorescence from 3nm to 50nm in 1nm increment, monochromator absorbance, ultra-sensitive luminescence, condensation control and linear, orbital and double orbital shaking. Plus, Agilent Cytation 5 microplate reader (or Equal) must be able to be in a configurable and upgradable platform. Scope The requested equipment for quantifications of DNA, RNA and proteins, ELISA and MitoXpress Xtra Oxygen Consumption assays for the study endocrine actions of sclerostin must fulfill the following criteria: Advanced 4th Generation QUAD Top and Bottom Fluorescence Monochromator. Type in any Wavelength AND any Bandwidth Variable Bandwidth in fluorescence from 3nm to 50nm in 1nm increment Monochromator absorbance Ultra-sensitive luminescence Incubation up to 65 °C with 4 zone radiant heat Condensation control Linear, orbital and double orbital shaking Specific Tasks The vendor will provide delivery of Agilent Technologies Cytation 5 multi-mode reader (or Equal), installation and training within 3-4 weeks of contract award. Performance Monitoring Principle Investigator will ensure validity of work in cooperation with sales engineer if the need arises. Other Pertinent Information or Special Considerations This equipment has its unique characteristics that limits the availability to this one source. a. Identification of Possible Follow-on Work. Premium service support for one-year warranty after delivery b. Identification of Potential Conflicts of Interest (COI). No COI exists c. Identification of Non-Disclosure Requirements. d. Packaging, Packing and Shipping Instructions. There is no special packaging, packing or shipping requirements e. Inspection and Acceptance Criteria. Acceptance based on quality of performance at set-up. Place of Performance. University of Maryland Baltimore Department of Orthopedics 660 W. Redwood St Howard Hall, Rm.#: 564 Baltimore, MD 21201 Period of Performance Period of performance will be January 23, 2023 Delivery Schedule SOW Task# Deliverable Title Format Number Calendar Days After CO Start 1 Cytation 5 multi-mode reader Contractor-Determined Format One electronic copy in Microsoft Word Office 2010 Version and one hard copy CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA 1. Contract Administration: All contract administration matters will be handled by the following individuals: a. CONTRACTOR: ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ____________________________________ _____________________________________ b. GOVERNMENT: Contracting Officer 36C245, Ryan Singletary 50 Irving ST NW Washington DC, 20422 2. CONTRACTOR REMITTANCE ADDRESS: All payments by the Government to the contractor will be made in accordance with: [X] 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer System For Award Management, or [] 52.232-36, Payment by Third Party 3. INVOICES: Invoices shall be submitted in arrears: a. Quarterly [] b. Semi-Annually [] c. Other [X] Invoice shall be submitted upon delivery and receipt of items. 4. GOVERNMENT INVOICE ADDRESS: All Invoices from the contractor shall be submitted electronically in accordance with VAAR Clause 852.232-72 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY FSC e-Invoice Payment Invoice must be submitted electronically http://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp http://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS: The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the Solicitation numbered and dated as follows: AMENDMENT NO DATE The full text of FAR provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at http://acquisition.gov/comp/far/index.html. (vii) All material shall be delivered to VA Maryland Health Care System Baltimore, 10 N. Greene ST, Baltimore MD 21201. (viii) 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. There are no addenda to the provision. (ix) 52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Items: FAR provision 52.212-2 does not apply to this solicitation. Award will be based on lowest price and meeting or exceeding Statement of Work requirements. (x) 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items- the Offerors must complete annual representations and certifications electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM) website located at https://www.sam.gov/portal in accordance with FAR 52.212-3, Offerors Representations and Certifications Commercial Items. If paragraph (j) of the provision is applicable, a written submission is required. (xi) 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items: applies to this acquisition. (xii) 52.212-5 Contracts Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items; the following FAR clauses identified at paragraph (b) of FAR 52,204-10; 52.212.5 are considered checked and are applicable to this acquisition: 52.204-10, 52.209-6, 52.219-6, 52.219-8, 52.219-13, 52.219-28, 52.222-3, 52.222-19, 52.222-21; 52.222-26; 52.222-35, 52.222-36, 52.222-50, 52.223-18, 52.225-1, 52.225-3; 52.225-13, 52.232-34. (xiii) 52.217-8 Option to Extend Services, 52.217-9 Option to Extend the Term, 52.52.232-18 Availability of Funds, 52.232-19 Availability of Funds for Next Fiscal Year. Any additional contract requirement(s) or terms and conditions determined by the Contracting Officer to be necessary for this acquisition and consistent with customary commercial practices will be addressed as necessary. (xiv) Proposals/Quotes shall be submitted in writing to Ronnie Swailes at ronnie.swailes@va.gov No later than 1300 on Tuesday, January 3, 2023. Any questions regarding this solicitation must be received electronically through email to Ronnie.swailes@va.gov no later than 24 hours from the release of this solicitation.. Quotes shall be submitted on company letterhead. Commercial format is encouraged. All proposals/quotes shall include the following information: Legal Business/Company Name (as it is indicated in www.sam.gov) DUNS Number Contract Number (if applicable) Warranty Information (Can be a separate attachment) Point of Contact Name Telephone number E-mail Address (xvi) Point of contact for this solicitation is Ronnie Swailes, Ronnie.swailes@va.gov . Inquires must be in writing via email.