65 -- Ethicon Harmonic Scalpel Generator USNS Mercy

The purpose for this Amendment is to re-open this solicitation, as no offers were received prior to closing. Quotes are due not later than 1630 Eastern time Feb 20, 2008 for the Ethicon Harmonic Scalpel described below. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation and a written solicitation will not be issued. The Request for Quote number is N62645-08-T-0047. Quotes are due not later than 4:30 P.M. EST on 20 FEB 2008. Provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-23 are incorporated. NAICS 339112, with a Size Standard of 500 employees for reporting actions purposes. This is Full and Open Competition requirement for Brand Name Only items; all qualified vendors are encouraged to submit a quote for the Brand Name Only items. The USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) has a requirement for two (2) brand name only Ethicon Harmonic Scalpel Generators Model 300, Gen 04 plus accessories that converts electrical energy into mechanical energy (ultrasonic vibration). The vibration is then transmitted from the transducer to the attached instrument for cutting and coagulation. The use of the harmonic generator scalpel greatly reduces the damage to patient tissue during surgery. The Harmonic Scalpel Generator Model 300 manufactured by Ethicon is the one and only model that meets Navy requirements. QUOTE CONTENT/FORMAT: Quotes shall be submitted either via email or fax format. Vendors shall submit complete quotes. Incomplete quotes will not be considered. EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD: NMLC intends to award based on Low Price/Technically Acceptable LPTA (exactly the brand name only equipment required). Evaluation of price will be based on the offeror?s total price for all line items as delivered to USNS Mercy based in San Diego, CA. This acquisition is being conducted under FAR 12.6 Streamlined Procedures for Commercial Items. Past Performance is not an evaluation factor for this acquisition. Items in this acquisition and required for quotation are as follows: CLIN Description Cat # Qty U/I Vendor Quote 0001 Harmonic GeneratorModel: 300 GEN 04 2 EA 0002 Harmonic Generator Cart CRT 01 2 EA 0003 Foot Switch and Cable FSW 01 2 EA 0004 Gray Hand piece HP 054 4 BX 0005 Lap Harmonic Disposable ACE36P 10 BX 0006 Operator Manual 2 EA 0007 Service Manual 2 EA TOTAL FOR ABOVE ITEMS $ Factor 1 is the non-cost factor: 1. Technical Conformance to Exactly the Brand Name Only Items required 2. Price The government intends to evaluate proposals and award without discussions with offerors. Therefore, the offeror?s initial proposal should contain the offeror?s best terms from a price and technical standpoint. The Government reserves the right to conduct discussions if the Contracting Officer later determines them to be necessary. BUSINESS QUOTE INSTRUCTIONS: This acquisition is for Brand Name Only items, and no substitutions will be allowed and all items must be offered. Shipping shall be FOB Destination. Business quote shall specify the Total Price. Business quotes will be evaluated for Completeness (all CLINS are priced). Adequate competition is anticipated for this acquisition. The government anticipates award of a Firm Fixed Price contract. Companies shall submit firm-fixed pricing for all above Line Items. Include commercial price lists and if applicable, any FSS schedule numbers and pricing. Include any applicable discounts to the Government. OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE INSTRUCTIONS: In order to be determined responsible and considered for award, companies shall be registered in CCR, and provide DUNS number, Cage Code, and TIN with Business quote. INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN BUSINESS QUOTE; Companies shall also comply with DFARS 252.232-7003, ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION OF PAYMENT REQUESTS (JAN 2004). PROVISIONS at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors--Commercial Items, apply to this acquisition with the exception of (d), (h), and (i) of the clause, which are RESERVED. Offeror shall include a completed copy of provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items; AND a completed copy of provision at DFARS 252.212-7000, Offeror Representations and Certification-Commercial Items, with their quote. Addenda to this provision includes DFARS 252.225-7000, Buy American Act-Balance of Payments Program Certificate; 252.225-7006, Buy American Act-Trade Agreements-Balance of Payments Program Certificate; and 252.225-7035, Buy American Act--North American Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act--Balance of Payments Program Certificate. FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. DFARS 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders--Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. Additionally, DFARS clauses apply: 252.205-7000, Provision of Information to Cooperative Agreement Holders; 252.225-7001, Buy American Act and Balance of Payment Program; 252.225-7036, North American Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act; 252.247-7024, Notification of Transportation of Supplies by Sea. FAR Clauses 52.212-4 & 52.212-5 will be incorporated into the resultant contract award. Submit email quotes (using PDF, MS Word, Excel attachments) to Richard Taylor at richard.taylor@med.navy.mil. Paper quotes may be mailed to Naval Medical Logistics Command, 1681 Nelson Street, Fort Detrick, MD 21702-9203 Attn: Richard Taylor. Email is preferred. Quotes are due not later than 4:30 P.M. EST on 20 FEB 2008. Address questions to Richard Taylor by email only NLT 3:30 P.M. EST on 14 FEB 2008.