6515--EQUIPMENT, OMNICELL IVX, Detroit

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through its Network Contracting Office 10, has issued a sole-source award for the Omnicell IVX Robotic IV Automation System to be deployed at the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center in Detroit, Michigan. This procurement, identified by solicitation number 36C25026Q0694 and NAICS code 339112, is strictly for the Brand Name Only Omnicell IVX Workflow Devices and Manager, designed to enhance the safety and consistency of sterile compounding in the pharmacy. The deliverables include five IVX Workflow units, one IVX HL7 Interface Implementation, five color label printers, five barcode scanners, one server, and a suite of one-year software subscriptions for manager software, workflow software, and Nice Label software, along with professional services for implementation. The system must integrate seamlessly with existing Omnicell Cabinets and medication carts already in use at the facility. Delivery is required within 75 days after receipt of order, with FOB destination terms specifying that title and risk transfer only upon delivery to the designated site. All items must be packed to ensure safe transit and carrier acceptance, with the purchase order number clearly marked on all shipping and packing documentation. The contract employs a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LTPA) evaluation methodology, with award determined based on the most advantageous balance of price and compliance with technical specifications. The vendor must comply with a range of FAR clauses, including deviations to 52.212-4 for commercial items, 52.222-36 for equal opportunity for workers with disabilities, and 52.202-1 for definitions, all incorporated by reference, along with 52.233-1 for disputes. Offerors are required to register in SAM, submit Small Business Program representations, provide Buy American certification, and meet Security Prohibitions and Exclusions requirements, including disclosures on covered telecommunications equipment. Insurance mandates include workers’ compensation in compliance with federal and state laws, general liability coverage of $500,000 per occurrence, automobile liability of $200,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence, and $20,000 property damage coverage, with no exclusions for asbestos. Annual HIPAA and InfoSec training via the VA’s TMS platform is mandatory throughout the contract term. Payment will be processed electronically through EFT or third-party systems after