Exam Lights Recessed

The contract calls for the supply and installation of a recessed ceiling-mounted exam lighting system designed specifically for clinical use during vaginal deliveries, with stringent requirements to maintain sterility and functionality in operating environments. The lighting system must deliver homogeneous, shadow-minimizing illumination with a minimum of 14,000 LUX at 3 meters and 49,000 LUX at 1 meter, ensuring accurate tissue color assessment critical for clinical decision-making. It must be fully recessed into standard hospital ceiling grids, compatible with existing electrical systems and ceiling heights, and operable via both a wall-mounted control panel and a handheld wand for precise remote aiming without compromising the sterile field. The light source must be energy-efficient, long-lasting, and generate minimal heat, with a single controller capable of operating multiple light heads simultaneously. Installation must occur at Evans Army Community Hospital in Fort Carson, Colorado, during normal business hours, including removal of existing equipment and coordination of its disposition, though electrical rough-in and weekend/after-hours work are excluded. All delivered systems must comply with MIL-STD-129 for labeling and MIL-STD-130 for unique item identification using two-dimensional data matrix symbology with ISO/IEC 16022 compliance, and must be verified using automated identification technology. The solicitation is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses under NAICS code 339113, with a submission deadline of May 8, 2026, and delivery required by June 30, 2026. Proposals must be submitted electronically via email, adhere to SF 1449 formatting, and include all required certifications, representations, and product documentation, with no physical submissions accepted. The contract is evaluated on a best value basis, weighing technical capability against price, with all offers needing to meet minimum technical acceptability before price is considered. Payment will be processed exclusively through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF), with contractor responsibilities including full inspection, functional testing, and warranty certification at the destination. The solicitation incorporates multiple FAR and DFARS clauses related to cybersecurity, trafficking in persons, Buy American preferences, subcontracting, payment by electronic funds transfer, accelerated payments to small business subcontractors, and security exclusions. Contractors must possess a valid Unique Entity Identifier and CAGE code, comply with all applicable federal regulations for defense procurement, and ensure that any covered telecommunications equipment or services provided meet the prohibitions outlined in 252.2