6515 - Brand Name Only - Zoll Defibrillator CaseReview Software

This contract solicitation, issued under FAR Part 12 as a commercial item acquisition, seeks the procurement of Zoll CaseReview Software for use at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System in California. The solicitation is for a firm-fixed-price contract with a base period from June 10, 2026, through June 9, 2027, and four one-year option periods extending through June 9, 2031, for a total potential term of five years. The requirement specifies 74 annual subscriptions to the CaseReview R Series software, including in-premise installation, one-year subscription access, and ongoing technical support such as phone assistance and online documentation. The offering must be delivered to the specified site in Palo Alto, with title transferring upon delivery to the government or a common carrier. Although unit and total contract values are not provided, the structure indicates a multi-year commitment with pricing to be determined by offerors in a completed price schedule submitted as part of their bid. The contract mandates strict compliance with federal acquisition regulations and includes specialized requirements centered on supply chain security, payment efficiency, and technical performance. Clause 52.240-91 prohibits the use of telecommunications equipment or services from designated foreign entities such as Huawei and ZTE, requiring contractors to conduct reasonable inquiries and report any prohibited items within 72 hours. Compliance with the Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act is also required, with quarterly reviews of SAM.gov for newly listed restricted vendors. The Buy American Act applies, requiring domestic sourcing of end products unless an exception is justified. Payment is governed by Fast Payment procedures under FAR 52.232-90, with invoices required to be submitted electronically through Tungsten Network and clearly marked “FAST PAY.” Submissions must be electronically sent to the contracting officer by the May 12, 2026 deadline, using Microsoft Word, Excel, or PDF formats at a minimum 200 dpi resolution, with no zipped files or hyperlinks permitted. Offers must include a valid Unique Entity Identifier, CAGE code, and size status certification, and will be evaluated using a trade-off approach, considering both price and non-price factors such as technical approach and past performance, though specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the solicitation. Packaging, labeling, and marking requirements are limited to the “FAST PAY” designation on shipping containers and inclusion of required logistics identifiers on documents. The government retains full authority for inspection and acceptance based solely on conformity with contract