The Department of Veterans Affairs, CAI, Frederick, MD, intends to negotiate a sole source procurement with Advanced Sterilization Products c/o Johnson and Johnson Health Care Systems, Inc., 425 Hoes Lane, Piscataway, NJ 08855 on behalf of USAF, 79 Medical Logistics, 1057 West Perimeter Rd, Andrews AFB, MD 20762. This proposed contract action is for an EvoTech Endoscope Cleaner and Reprocessor (ECR) System and all accompanying parts and supplies. The VA intends to procure this requirement on a sole source basis in accordance with the statutory authority of section 4202 of the Clinger-Cohen Act of 1996 as implemented by FAR 12.501(a). Only one responsible source for this commercial item and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. THIS NOTICE IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES and no solicitation will be issued; however, any firm that believes it can meet the requirements may give written notification to the Contracting Officer within 8 days from the date of the publication of this synopsis. Supporting evidence must be furnished in sufficient detail to demonstrate the ability to comply with the requirement listed. Responses are due by May 4, 2009 at 4:30pm EST. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. If no responses are received, the Department of Veteran Affairs will proceed with a sole source negotiation with Advanced Sterilization Products. The justification for the brand name requirement is as follows: a. This ECR is the only system with FDA clearance to automate manual cleaning. The Evo Tech System's 33-minute cycle time includes the normally labor-intensive manual cleaning of the scope, which takes 6-10 minutes per scope. Additionally, this system automatically detects leaks thereby eliminating the inconsistencies associated with manual inspection. b. Ensures compliance, consistency, and safety for staff and patients with less handling of endoscopes to reduce the risk of damage. c. Its enhanced automation helps save time/money, increases productivity and frees staff to focus on patient care. d. There have been many human errors and inadequate manual cleaning reported in endoscope reprocessing, increasing a patient's/staff's risk/exposure to infection. e. The Evo Tech ECR System has a large basin size (21 inches) this helps to prevent endoscope coiling, therefore potentially reducing endoscope repair costs. f. This system has an integrated MEC monitoring which assures precise results by eliminating the use of test strips. The single use of CIDEX OPA Concentrate Solution safely delivers fresh and consistent single metered dose of high-level disinfectant in every cycle. Technical Data of the EvoTech Endoscope Cleaner and Reprocessor System: Where marketed United States, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, and Singapore FDA Clearance Yes Configuration Floor, Stand-alone Mobility Moveable, 4 casters, 4 levelers Standard of Care High Level disinfection Air Capability Yes, to all internal channels Self-Disinfect Cycle Yes Overall Size Height (with lid closed) 117 cm (46 in) Height (with lid open) 150 cm (59 in) Width (without printer) 95 cm (37 in) Depth 82 cm (32 in) Weight (when empty) 226.8 kg (500 lbs) Operating Weight Approximately 254 kg (560 lbs) Basin Size 46.4 cm x 50.2 cm x 14.6 cm (18.25 in x 19.75 in x 5.75 in) Service Access Area 36 total inches needed on one side. Unit can be moved for service. Basins per System 2 Scopes per Basin 1 Scope Compatibility Submersible flexible fiber optic and video endoscopes suitable for high-level disinfection Cycle Time 33 minutes Germicidal Agents Approved Agents CIDEX OPA Concentrate Solution Water Supply Hardness Water less than 50 PPM (CaCO3 Equivalent) Filter 0.2 micron bacterial filtered water Water Pressure 40 PSI (275 kPa) minimum dynamic pressure during flow rate of 6 liters per minute per machine Maximum static pressure is 100 PSI for the EvoTech System. Check water filtration manual for maximum water filtration static pressure. Water Temperature 5 C to 30 C (41 F to 86 F) Please note: Hot water is not required. A water heater is included in EvoTech ECR System Thermal Expansion Tank Included, wall mounted. Detergent Type CIDEZYMETM GI Enzymatic Detergent Injection Yes, automatic Alcohol Reservoir Size 0.5 liter Percentage 70% EvoTech TM Endoscope Cleaner and Reprocessor (ECR) Information Input/Output Display 6.4-inch Color VGA Hard Copy Printout Control Interface Microprocessor Input Touch Screen Power Specifications AC Power 208 V, 3~, 60Hz, 30 Amp. USA, Canada Power outlet must be ground fault protected. A recommended ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) for 3-phase 208V system includes 3-phase Delta connection with no neutral and Auto Power Recovery on power loss. Electrical Connection 3-phase NEMA, L 15-30 Printer Connection 90-240 V Drain Capacity 25 liters/min. per drain Maximum Temperature 75 C (167 F) Operating Conditions Min. Room Temperature 15 C (59 F) Max. Room Temperature 30 C (86 F) Air Exchange Rate 12 times per hour Relative Humidity 10 - 80% non condensing Elevation -100 to 3,000 meters (-330 to 9,900 feet) Tilt up to 1 degree from vertical Heat Load Normal Cycle 1200 Watt (4000 BTU/hr) Self Disinfection Cycle 2000 Watt (7000 BTU/hr) Idle 300 Watt (1000 BTU/hr) Printer Information Printer Black and white printer included. Printer Connection Serial cable CE Mark Yes Self-Sanitize Cycle Yes Filter Media 1.0 micron Filter Polypropylene depth media 0.2 micron Filter Polypropylene polysulfone Water Supply Incoming Pressure 2.76 to 4.14 bar (40 to 60 PSI) Maximum pressure shall not exceed 5.52 bar (80 PSI) Pressure Differential 1.0 micron Filter 3.33 bar (50 PSI) 0.2 micron Filter 2 bar (30 PSI) Temperature 5 C to 30 C (41 F to 86 F) Power Specifications Voltage 100, 120, 230, 240 VAC (selectable), 50/60 Hz single phase Water Filtration System should be GFI protected. Fuses 100-120 VAC, 1 4A 3AG (1.25 in x 0.25 in) 220-240 VAC, two T2A (5 mm x 20 mm) Light Bulbs 12 V incandescent with slide base Overall Size 706.1 mm W x 701 mm H x 165.1 mm D (27.8 in W x 27.6 in H x 6.5 in D) Filled with water ~16 kg (35 lbs) Description The Water Filtration System from Advanced Sterilization Products is designed to filter out sediment found in municipal water sources and to provide bacteria-free and reduced pyrogen water for use in endoscope reprocessing. The convenient wall-mounted design includes a 1.0-micron filter to remove larger particles and sediment, and a 0.2-micron filter to remove fine particles and bacteria from the incoming water source. Point of Contact is Brian Johnson, Contract Specialist
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