Sponge Detection System

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, 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. The solicitation number is IHS1431379 and is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ) in accordance with FAR Parts 12 and 13. The Navajo Area Indian Health Services, Shiprock Service Unit (SRSU) is requesting for submittal of offers for a contractor to provide a Sponge Detection System for the Operating Room Department. EVALUATION FACTORS: The Government reserves the right to issue a single award or multiple awards to the contractor(s) whose quote represents best value as defined by FAR 2.101. In determining best value, the Government reserves the right to select the most advantageous offer to the Government by evaluating and comparing initial quotations. The evaluation factors and significant subfactors when combined are significantly more important cost or price. The socio-economic status of an offeror may also be considered, should one or more quotes represent the best value. The following evaluation factors will be considered: Factor 1: Technical Capabilities: Provide evidence that offered equipment meets or exceeds the Technical Capabilities. Subfactor: Special features of the equipment required for effective program performance. Subfactor: Probable life of the item selected as compared with that of a comparable item Subfactor: Maintenance availability Factor 2: Delivery Terms: Subfactor: FOB Destination Factor 3: Warranty Considerations: Provide warranty information. Factor 4: Past Performance: Provide evidence of providing Sponge Detection System to the Federal Government or other large commercial/government entities within the past three years of operation. To be considered for award, your offer shall include the following documents/information: 1) Fee Schedule. The Government will consider competitive rates upon negotiation. 2) Technical Capabilities 3) Delivery Terms 4) Warranty 5) Past Performance PROPOSAL SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS: All responsible offerors may submit a proposal via email to Felecia Chavez, Contract Specialist, (505) 368-6086, and [email protected] no later than 4:00 p.m., MDT on September 23, 2021. ---------- PROVISIONS & CLAUSES ----------- Department of Health and Human Services Applicable Clauses: 352.224-70 Privacy Act (Dec 2015) 352.239-73 Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility Notice (Dec 2015) 352.239-74 Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility (Dec 2015) (b) By acceptance of this contract or order, the Contractor agrees to comply with the requirements of the Act. The Act also applies to all subcontracts awarded under this contract for the specified children's services. Accordingly, the Contractor shall ensure that each of its employees, and any subcontractor staff, is made aware of, understands, and complies with the provisions of the Act. Failure to comply with the Act may result in the imposition of a civil monetary penalty in an amount not to exceed $1,000 for each violation and/or the imposition of an administrative compliance order on the responsible entity. Each day a violation continues constitutes a separate violation. FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this address: http://www.acquisition.gov Additional Applicable Federal Acquisition Clauses 52.204-7 System Award Management (Oct 2018) 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items (Oct 2018) 52.223-15 Energy Efficiency in Energy Consuming Products (Dec 2007) 52.224-1 Privacy Act Notification (Apr 1984) 52.224-2 Privacy Act (Apr 1984) 52.229-3 Federal, State, and Local Taxes (Feb 2013) 52.232-1 Payments (Apr 1984) 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer - System for Award Management (Jul 2013) 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors. 52.237-2 Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation (Aug 1984) 52.249-1 Termination for Convenience of the Government (Apr 1984) (Fixed-Price) (short form) 52.249-8 Default (Fixed-Price Supply and Service)