65--ALTERG ANTI-GRAVITY TREADMILL

VA-261-09-RP-0371, for Anti-Gravity Treadmill This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with (IAW) the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are not being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all proposals received prior to 9 September 2009 will be reviewed by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete with this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. This action, VA-261-09-RP-0371, is issued as a Request for Proposal (RFP). This document incorporates provisions and clauses that are in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005-36. Only emailed requests received directly from the requester are acceptable. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) number is 423910 and the business size standard is 100, employees. ITEM DESCRIPTION The G-Trainer, Anti-Gravity System is designed to provide direct stable physical activity due to a restricted medical condition that limits mobility. The G-Trainer Anti-Gravity Treadmill enables patients to overcome medical challenges that normally would limit movement and allows them to attain and enhanced physical activity. The G-trainer is helpful in many medical applications by reducing the risk of impact-related injuries during exercise, and augmenting training and conditioning routines. The G-Trainer combines five areas of technology all working together: " Patient Gravity Differential Technology developed by NASA " Advanced air pressure regulation system " Enclosure sealing component " Customized treadmill " Touch screen control panel The G-Trainer Includes: (1EA) ALTER-G ANTI-GRAVITY TREADMILL, GENERATION 2 (1EA) CUSTOMIZED PORTHOLES - 2 ON EACH SIDE (6EA) ALTER-G ANTI-GRAVITY TREADMILL SHORTS (FOR USE UNDER FORM) (2EA) OPERATOR AND SERVICE MANUALS Delivery date: 30 September 2009, FOB destination to OAKLAND Warehouse VA MEDICAL CENTER 2221 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY OAKLAND, CA 94612-1207 Only electronic offers will be accepted. Offers are due to contact@example.gov by 2:00 p.m. Pacific time, 9 September 2008. SOLICITATION PROVISIONS/CONTRACT CLAUSES: FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items (Apr 2008). FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items (May 2008): Offerors must include a completed copy of the provision with its offer. FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items (Feb 2007). FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes Or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items (Apr 2008) For the purposes of this clause items (b) 1, 7, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 27, and 33 are considered checked and apply. FAR 52.232-38 Submission of Electronic Funds Transfer Information with Offer (May 1999) VAAR 852.270-1 Representatives of Contracting Officers (Apr 1984) VAAR 852.237-70 Contractor Responsibilities (Apr 1984) VAAR 852.270-4 Commercial Advertising (Nov 1984) Small businesses, especially veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, are encouraged to contact their nearest Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) if assistance is needed in preparing their proposal. The website address for the location of the nearest PTAC is http://www.sellingtothegovernment.net.