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B--Wheelchair Propulsion Analysis Tool (OB1905741) (2007-06-29)

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in
accordance with subparts in the Federal Acquisition regulation 12.6, as
supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This
announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested
and a written solicitation will not be issued. VA Rocky Mountain Network VISN
19 Contracting intends to negotiate a commercial item (FAR Part 12) contract
to purchase, for Eastern Colorado Health Care System, Denver Facility, 1055
Clermont Street, Denver, CO 80220: One (1) SmartWheel wheelchair propulsion
analysis tool with assorted accessories. The following is a listing of all
the items being solicited and their individual attributes: A. One (1)
SmartWheel biomechanical measurement device capable of precise and
comprehensive measurement of biometric forces and kinetics of manual
wheelchair forces. B. Two (2) removable hand rim covers to simulate the coated
rim commonly used by quadriplegic users.. C. One (1) axle kit for adaptation
to most manual wheelchairs. D. One (1) laptop computer with software and
hardware capable of interfacing with the analysis tool. E. Warranty to
include recommended equipment calibration(s) and software upgrades. BID ON
BRAND NAME OR EQUAL, if bidding on an equal, offeror must note that the item
is an equal. If bidding on an equal item, offeror must submit full
descriptive literature and be prepared to demonstrate their system at the VA
in Denver June 28, 2007. SHIPPING/DELIVERY/UNLOADING PACKAGE (to be included
in quoted price) Delivery and installation must be done on or before the end
of July 2007. Standard warranty. FOB destination. Offerors must hold prices
firm in its offer for 60 calendar days from the date specified for receipt.
Clauses & Provisions. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions
and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-11.
Contract clauses and provisions cited in this solicitation may be accessed
electronically at these addresses: http://www.arnet.gov/far/ and
http://www.va.gov/oamm/acquisitions/ars/policyreg/vaar/vaar852.htm
Incorporated herein by reference are the following Federal Acquisition
Regulation (FAR) Clauses & Provisions: 52.212-1: Instructions to Offerors -
Commercial Items (JAN 2006); 52.212-3: Offeror Representations and
Certifications - Commercial Items (NOV 2006); 52.212-4: Contract Terms and
Conditions - Commercial Items (FEB 2007); 52.212-5: Contract Terms and
Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders- Commercial
Items (MAR 2007) [(b)(14), (15), (16), (17), (18), (19), (20), (24), (26), and
(32)]; 52.233-1: Disputes (JUL 2002); 52.233-2: Service of Protest (SEP 2006):
[Rocky Mountain Network VISN 19 Contracting, 4100 E. Mississippi Avenue, Suite
1110, Glendale, CO 80246]. Incorporated herein are the following VA
Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) Clauses & Provisions: 852.211-70: Service
Data Manual (NOV 1984). The contractor agrees to furnish two copies of a
manual, handbook or brochure containing operating, installation, and
maintenance instructions (including pictures or illustrations, schematics, and
complete repair/test guides as necessary). Where applicable, it will include
electrical data and connection diagrams for all utilities. The instructions
shall also contain a complete list of all replaceable parts showing part
number, name, and quantity required. 852.211-71: Guarantee (NOV 1984). The
contractor guarantees the equipment against defective material, workmanship
and performance for a period of said guarantee to run from date of acceptance
of the equipment by the Government. The contractor agrees to furnish, without
cost to the Government, replacement of all parts and material which are found
to be defective during the guarantee period. Replacement of material and parts
will be furnished to the Government at the point of installation, if
installation is within the continental United States, or f.o.b. the
continental U.S. port to be designated by the contracting officer if
installation is outside of the continental United States. Cost of installation
of replacement material and parts shall be borne by the contractor. 852.211-
77: Brand Name or Equal (NOV 1984) . (Note: as used in this clause, the
term "brand name" includes identification of products by make and model.) (a)
If items called for by this invitation for bids have been identified in the
schedule by a "brand name or equal" description, such identification is
intended to be descriptive, but not restrictive, and is to indicate the
quality and characteristics of products that will be satisfactory. Bids
offering "equal" products (including products of the brand name manufacturer
other than the one described by brand name) will be considered for award if
such products are clearly identified in the bids and are determined by the
Government to meet fully the salient characteristics requirements listed in
the invitation. (b) Unless the bidder clearly indicates in his bid that he is
offering an "equal" product, his bid shall be considered as offering a brand
name product referenced in the invitation for bids. (c) (1) If the bidder
proposes to furnish an "equal" product, the brand name, if any, of the product
to be furnished shall be inserted in the space provided in the Invitation or
Bids, or such product shall be otherwise clearly identified in the bid. The
evaluation of bids and the determination as to equality of the product offered
shall be the responsibility of the Government and will be based on information
furnished by the bidder or identified in his/her bid as well as other
information reasonably available to the purchasing activity. CAUTION TO
BIDDERS. The purchasing activity is not responsible for locating or securing
any information which is not identified in the bid and reasonably available to
the purchasing activity. Accordingly, to insure that sufficient information
is available, the bidder must furnish as a part of his/her bid all descriptive
material (such as cuts, illustrations, drawings or other information)
necessary for the purchasing activity to: (i) Determine whether the product
offered meets the salient characteristics requirement of the Invitation for
Bids, and (ii) Establish exactly what the bidder proposes to furnish and what
the Government would be binding itself to purchase by making an award. The
information furnished may include specific references to information
previously furnished or to information otherwise available to the purchasing
activity. (2) If the bidder proposes to modify a product so as to make it
conform to the requirements of the Invitation for Bids, he/she shall: (i)
Include in his/her bid a clear description of such proposed modifications, and
(ii) Clearly mark any descriptive material to show the proposed modifications.
(3) Modifications proposed after bid opening to make a product conform to a
brand name product referenced in the Invitation for Bids will not be
considered. 852.270-4: Commercial Advertising (NOV 1984). The bidder or
offeror agrees that if a contract is awarded to him/her, as a result of this
solicitation, he/she will not advertise the award of the contract in his/her
commercial advertising in such a manner as to state or imply that the
Department of Veterans Affairs endorses a product, project or commercial line
of endeavor. Instructions, Conditions and Notices to Offerors - Offeror shall
provide (1) specifications for equipment offered; (2) a quotation for offered
equipment, in the form of Unit Price and Extended Price for number of units
specified in paragraph 2 above; and (3) all information in accordance with the
format specified in FAR 52.212-1, "Instructions to Offerors - Commercial
Items" paragraph "b", and FAR 52.212-3, "Offeror Representations and
Certifications - Commercial Items" prior to the time specified in paragraph 5
below in order to be considered for award. Address offers to: Aeonard R.
Borel, Contracting Officer, Rocky Mountain Network VISN 19, 4100 E.
Mississippi Avenue, Suite 1110, Glendale, CO 80246. Quotations are due by
4:00 p.m. Mountain time on June 27, 2007. Award of a firm-fixed price
contract shall be made to the responsive, responsible offeror based on
capability to meet the qualitative and timeliness (delivery) standards
specified herein, at price most advantageous to the Government. Payment shall
be made by electronic funds transfer (EFT). For implementing EFT payments,
please contact your financial institution for assistance in completion of the
Payment Information Form - SF 3881 for submission to the VA Finance Center in
Austin, Texas upon contract award. Contact Aeonard R. Borel at (303) 504-2692
regarding this solicitation.

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