65--Microscope-Optical

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This RFP will also use the procedures under FAR Part 13. In accordance with 13.106-2, the contracting officer may take into consideration information such as the contracting officer's knowledge of and previous experience with the supply being acquired or other reasonable basis.This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The reference/solicitation number is VA263-12-R-0296 and the solicitation is issued as a request for proposal (RFP). The combined synopsis/solicitation will result in a contract and corresponding purchase order. The provisions and clauses incorporated into this solicitation document are those in effect at the time of publication. Provisions and clauses incorporated by reference have the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. The full text of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulations supplement (VAAR) can be accessed on the Internet at http://www.arnet.gov/far (FAR) and the (VAAR) (Federal Acquisition Circular) This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005-38. Only emailed requests received directly from the requester are acceptable. North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 423450 (size standards in number of employees is 500) applies to this solicitation. This requirement is for 2-Optical Microscopes Each Microscope must include the following: " Integrated assistant scope w/independent focus and zoom " Programmable for 15 -20 users w/ updateable capabilities " Integrated hd monitor-monitor must be a minimum of 15 inches " Monitor must have a minimum 1080 hd resolution in 4:3 format " Integrated keratoscope " Integrated slit illuminator " Integrated HD video to record surgical procedure " Double back up if light source fails " 12 pairs of Sterilizable knob covers " Touch screen to program microscope " Wireless foot pedal " Ability to automatically change a failed halogen light bulb during a procedure without interrupting the procedure " Dust cover " Instruction manuals " Vendor onsite in-service Delivery Location: VAMC St. Cloud, Warehouse , Bldg 14, 4801 Veterans Dr. St. Cloud, MN 56303 Delivery and acceptance of deliverables will be FOB destination within 45 days of receipt of order to VA Health Care System, Bldg 14, 4801 Veterans Dr. St. Cloud, MN 56303 The provision at FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items, applies to this solicitation and incorporate the following addenda to 52.212-1, 52.204-6 Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number; VAAR 852.233-70 Protest Content; 852.236-76 Correspondence; 852.237-70 Contractor Responsibilities; 852.270-1 Representatives of Contracting Officers. The award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable offer. The provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certification, Commercial Items, applies to this solicitation. The contractor shall either: (1) return a completed copy of this provision with its quote (a copy of the provision may be attained from http://www.arnet.gov/far); or (2) complete the Online Reps and Certs. Application (ORCA) at http://www.bpn.gov and reference it in your quote. The clause at 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. 52.212-5 Contracts Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items; The following FAR clauses identified at paragraph b of FAR 52.212-5 are considered checked and are applicable to this acquisition: 52.203-6 Restrictions On Subcontractor Sales to the Government, 52.219-28 Post Award Small Business Program Representations, 52.222-3 Convict Labor, 52.222-19 Child Labor-Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies, 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities; 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity; 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans, 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities, 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans, 52.222-39 Notification of Employee Rights Concerning Payment of Union Dues or Fees, 52.225-3 Buy American Act - Free Trade Agreements - Israeli Trade Act, 52.225-13 Restriction on Certain Foreign Purchases; 52.232-34 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer - Other than Central Contractor Registration. The clauses FAR 52.204 Printed or Copied Double-Sided on Postconsumer Fiber Content Paper, VAAR 852.203-70 Commercial Advertising, 852.211-70 Service Data Manuals, 852.246-70 Guarantee, 852.246-71 Inspection apply to this solicitation. The provision FAR 52.233-2 Service of Protest, and VAAR 852.233-71Alternative Protest Procedures apply to this solicitation To be awarded this contract, the offeror must be registered in the CCR. CCR information may be found at http://www.ccr.gov. The Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) is not Applicable to this acquisition. There are no applicable Numbered Notes that apply. Anyone wishing to respond to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that they can meet these requirements. Interested parties that feel they have the ability to provide the required equipment must submit complete descriptive literature that will provide all equipment specifications including technical data and pricing in to this office for consideration. RESPONSES ARE DUE BY WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21st AT 2:00PM CT E-mail quotes are preferred and will be accepted. Send electronic version to contact@example.gov electing to send original quote via mail will forward a signed original quote with support documents to Andrea Harter, Purchasing Agent at St. Cloud VA Health System, 4801 Veterans Dr., St. Cloud, MN 56303. Electronic copies must also be included. Contact Andrea Harter at +1 (555) 000-0000 for more information regarding this solicitation. All questions must be submitted in writing to contact@example.gov.