63--RADIATION DETECTION

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR 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 VA250-16-Q-0144 and is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-86-2. The requirement is for Brand Name or Equal Radiation Detection. Delivery location is Cleveland VAMC in Cleveland, Ohio and shall be FOB destination. Delivery and installation required within 30 days of contract award. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a formal, written solicitation will not be issued. PAPER COPIES OF THIS SOLICITATION WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE. This solicitation documents and incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through FAC 2005-86-2. It is the responsibility of the contractor to be familiar with the applicable clauses and provisions. The clauses may be accessed in full text at these addresses: https://www.acquisition.gov. The selected Offeror must comply with the following commercial item terms and conditions, which are incorporated herein by reference: FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors -Commercial Items, FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items - the selected offeror must submit a completed copy of the listed representations and certifications or confirm that the annual representations and certifications was completed electronically via the SAM website accessed through https://www.sam.gov. FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items; FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, paragraph (a) and the following clauses in paragraph (b): 52.219-6, 52.219-28, 52.222-3, 52.222-19, 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-36, 52.223-18, 52.225-1, 52.225-13, 52.232-34. The full text of the referenced FAR clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov. The following VAAR Clauses apply 852.203-70 Commercial Advertising 852.-211-73 Brand Name or Equal 852.232-72 Electronic submission of payment requests 852.246-70 Guarantee 852.246-71 Inspection Offer Evaluation and Award: This is a competitive Request for Quotations (RFQ) that will be evaluated under FAR Part 13. The Government will issue a Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforms to the requirements within this solicitation and will be the most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors will be used to evaluate offers: Price Technical (capability of offer to meet the Government's needs) Delivery/Installation Availability Past Performance All evaluation factors other than cost or price, when combined, are significantly more important than cost or price. An Offeror's initial quote should contain the best terms from a price and technical standpoint. Offerors are reminded that representatives from your company SHALL NOT contact any Cleveland VAMC personnel to discuss this RFQ during the solicitation and evaluation process. All questions and concerns regarding this solicitation shall be directed to Rachelle Hamer via email at contact@example.gov and should be received no later than 5:00pm EST on March 4, 2016. ? STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW) 1. Scope. The Radiation Detection for Waste Release Monitor is ideal for monitoring personnel or laundry for possible contamination that may have been unknowingly spilled. The monitor may also be used as a radiation contamination triage device to alert emergency department personnel of potentially contaminated patients or equipment coming into the emergency room. Both detectors are continuously monitored by the digital controller so any offending item can immediately trigger an alarm. Alarm conditions can be set up to automatically halt production conveyance devices, notify the central office, and even alert key personnel to initiate an immediate response. 2. Specific Tasks. This device will facilitate a more rapid and uniform inspection by placing two relatively large sized scintillation detectors in close proximity to the incoming or outgoing articles undergoing inspection. Both detectors are continuously monitored by the digital controller so any offending item can immediately trigger an alarm. Alarm conditions can be set up to automatically halt production conveyance devices, notify the central office, and even alert key personnel to initiate an immediate response 3. Specifications. DETECTOR: 2 ea. 2753 cm³ (168 in³) plastic scintillation detectors. Each detector is supplied with a 15.2 m (50 ft) coaxial cable. DISPLAY: 4-digit LED display with 2 cm (0.8 in.) digits DISPLAY UNITS: can be made to display in microR/hr, mR/hr, R/hr, microSv/h, mSv/h, Sv/h, cpm, cps, and others RANGE: 0.0 to 9999 kcps LINEARITY: reading within 10% of true value RESPONSE: typically 3 seconds from 10% to 90% of final reading STATUS: (green light) instrument functioning properly SIGMA ALARM: indicated by red ALARM light and audible tone (can be set at any point from 0.0 to 999 sigma) SUM ALARM: indicated by red ALARM light and audible tone (can be set at any point from 0.0 to 9999 kcps). NOTE: audible alarm annunciators can be configured as a single beep if desired DET FAIL: (red light and audible tone; greater than 68 dB at 61 cm [2 ft]) indicates no counts from detector or instrument failure LOW BAT: (yellow) indicates less than 2 hours of battery power remaining OVERRANGE: indicates measured radiation field has exceeded counting range of instrument (indicated by display reading "--") RELAY OUTPUT: mains (120 or 240 Vac) output on alarm, 9-pin connector providing RS-232 output, signal ground connection, FAIL and ALARM signals (current sink), and direct connection to battery and ground CALIBRATION CONTROLS: accessible from front of instrument (protective cover provided) POWER: 95-135 Vac (178-240 Vac available), 50-60 Hz, 6 volt sealed lead-acid rechargeable battery (built-in) BATTERY LIFE: typically 24 hours in non-alarm condition BATTERY CHARGER: battery is continuously trickle-charged when instrument is connected to line power and turned on CONSTRUCTION: aluminum housing with ivory powder-coat paint TEMPERATURE RANGE: -15 to 50 °C (5 to 122 °F) SIZE: electronics: 26.2 x 24.6 x 8.4 cm (10.3 x 9.7 x 3.3 in.) (H x W x L) detectors (ea.): 104.1 x 17.1 x 5.4 cm (41 x 6.75 x 2.125 in.) (H x W x L) WEIGHT: electronics: 4.2 kg (9.3 lb); detectors (ea.): 10.7 kg (23.5 lb) OPTIONS: Date/Time Printer with Cable (Part Number 4396-072) shown External Enunciator Option for the Model 375 (Part Number 4396-171) Model 271-2 Remote Display Area Monitor with dual alarm channels, audio On/Off, reset button (PN 48-3536) Horn/Red Alarm Strobe: Model ALM-220, with 14.2 m (50 ft) cable and 220 V relay (Part Number 4396-173) shown Environmental Enclosure for Model 375 electronics: NEMA 4 Weatherproof Enclosure (Part Number 4396-068)