65--RFI --GCMS Analyzer SDVOSB OR VOSB sources

This is a REQUEST FOR INFORMATION only. Market research is being conducted to determine is any qualified and capable Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small businesses (SDBVOSBs) or Veteran Owned Small businesses (VOSBs) are able to provide the items requested below. The respondent must be an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) authorized dealer, authorized distributor, or authorized reseller for the proposed equipment/system such that the OEM warranty and service are provided and maintained by the OEM. The vendor shall provide new items ONLY; no remanufactured or grey market items. If you believe your firm is able to provide the products requested below, you are encouraged to respond by the due date with information to affirm that your firm is capable of providing ALL of the items requested. Due date for responses is Thursday, June 22nd @ noon local time (CST). Email responses to melanie.stockman@va.gov. Submit all questions to the

Contracting Officer in writing via email. NAICS: 334516GCMS AnalyzerFORENSIC TOXICOLOGY INSTRUMENTATION SPECIFICATIONSThe Minneapolis VA Medical Center, Forensic Toxicology Laboratory and the Omaha VA laboratory are requesting a Brand Name only capitol purchase for a benchtop Gas Chromatograph/ Mass Spectrometer system which will be utilized for Drugs of Abuses testing. This shall include the instrument (GC, MSD, Automatic Liquid Sampler (Autoinjector), sampler tray, Ion Gauge), ChemStation with application software (instrument operation/control and sample analysis), Mass Hunter sample processing software, Laser Printer, Monitor, Installation, Training and validation of the system and a one year warranty. The MVAHCS is requesting four (4) GCMS analyzers and the Omaha VA is requesting one (1) GCMS analyzer. All items are to be shipped FOB Destination The instrumentation shall perform all analyses for the required tests with precision as defined by the 1988 Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) and the National Committee for Clinical Laboratory Standards (NCCLS). The system provided must include the following: Methodology: (MVAHCS & Omaha)Gas Chromatography with Mass Spectrometry detectionSample Type: (MVAHCS & Omaha)Urine and SerumGas Chromatograph Instrument: (MVAHCS)Model: Agilent 7890B, Catalog No.: G3442BGas Chromatograph Instrument: (Omaha)Model: Agilent 7890B (custom), Catalog No.: M7472AABackflush Application: Each of the Capillary Flow devices also provide the ability to backflushIncludes: DB-5MSUI GC analytical column, Inert Liner, methods for analysis of controlled substances including a retention time locked 460 compound database: Comprehensive list of controlled substances.Installation kit for GC which will include leak detection fluid, swage-type fittings, copper tubing, Gas Clean Filter kit for carrier gas, syringes, screw-drivers, wrenches, Gas Clean Filter Kit for Carrier Gas 1/8 inch, 2 Stg Rgltr, brs, 125 psi, CGA580, 1/8 in, ftg, 2 stage regulators (brass body, Stainless Steel diaphragms, 125 psi max, CGA580), Helium comes with 1/8 fitting.. Agilent Catalog No.: 19199M, CP17974, 5183-4644. Gas Chromatograph Instrument: (MVAHCS & Omaha)Oven Dimensions: Must be at least 28 x 31 x 16 cm. Oven must accommodate up to tow 105 m x 0.530 mm id capillary columns.Operating Oven temperature: Oven operating range must be from Ambient temperature +5-450 oC Temperature set point resolution: Oven temperature set point resolution must be 0.1 oCStainless steel inletOven ramps/plateaus: Oven must support 20 oven ramps with 21 plateaus. Negative ramps are allowed.Oven ramp rates: Maximum achievable temperature ramp rates: 120 oC/min (120V units are limited to 75 oC/min)Oven cool down: Oven cool down (22 oC ambient) 450 to 50 oC in 4.0 min)Ambient temperature rejection: Oven must have ambient rejection: 0.01 oC per 1 oC. Oven power safety: Oven power must turn-off automatically when the lid/door is opened.Gas supply shutoff: An automatic carrier shutoff, if the inlet pressure drops significantly, must be built in.Maximum run time: 999.99 min (16.7 hr)Pneumatics: Pneumatics must be electronic and programmable. Each EPC unit is optimized for its intended use with a specific inlet and detector option.Inlet Pneumatics: Inlet must have Electronic pneumatic control of carrier, split and septum purge gasses, including electronic ON/OFFCompensation for barometric pressure and ambient temperature changes is standardPressure setpoint precision and control: Pressure set points must be able to be adjusted by increments of 0.001 psi, with typical control +/- 0.001 for the rane 0.000 to 99.999 psi; 0.01 psi for the range 100.00 psi to 150.00 psiPressure units: user must be able to select pressure units as psi, kPa, or bar.Pressure/flow ramps: user must be able to set up to a maximum of three Pressure/flow ramps in addition to injecting at a different (pulsed) pressure.Temperature coefficient drift: Electronic pneumatic control must have a temperature coefficient: +/- 0.01 psi/ oC, Drift: +/- psi 6 monthsFlow sensors: flow sensors must have specification for Accuracy: +/- 5 % depending on carrier gas, Repeatability: +/- 0.35% of setpoint, normal temperature and pressure (NTP) per oC for He.Flow/pressure setpoint dislplay/control: Flow/pressure setpoints via GC or Agilent ChemStations. Constant flow mode: Constant flow mode must be availableInlet: Stainless steel, Split/Splitless (S/SL) capillary inlet100psi split-splitless inletMass Flow Sensors: Split/splitless inlets must have mass flow sensors for the control of flow to inlet.S/SL inlets ratios set electronically: S/SL inlets must allow the split ration to be set electronically.Inlet modules Pressure sensors: Accuracy: +/- 2% full scale, Repeatability: +/- 0.05 psi, Temperature coefficient: +/- 0.01 psi/ oC, Drift +/- 0.1 psi/6 monthsInlet modules Flow sensors: Accuracy: +/- 5% depending on carrier gas. Repeatability: +/- 0.35% of setpoint, normalized temperature and pressure (NTP) per oC for heDetector Modules: Accuracy: +/- 3 mL/min NTP or 7% of setpoint, Repeatablility: +/- 0.35% of setpoint (NTP = 25 oC and 1atmosphere.Number of inlets installed: Must be able to install up to two inletsInlet pneumatics SSL: Inlet must have Electronic control of carrier, split, and septum purge gases, including electronic ON/OFFCapillary column id SSL: Must be suitable for all capillary columns (50 um to 530 um id)Split ratios allowed SSL: Must allow split ration setpoint up to 7,500:1Modes SSL: Must allow split, splitless mode and be easily accessibleMaximum temperature SSL: 400 oCAmbient temperature and pressure compensation: The Gas Chromatograph must have ambient temperature and pressure compensation feedback for electronic pneumatic control for all inlets and detectors.Carrier gas: HeliumElectronic pneumatic control (EPC): The Gas Chromatograph must have an Optional 3 channel module of auxiliary EPC to be used for flow control of external sampling devices. EPC split/splitless, septum purge and auxiliary EPC modules.Carrier gas control modes: Constant flow, constant pressure, programmable flow and programmable pressureEPS Pressure range SSL: 0-100 psi (standard) with 0.001 psi resolutionFlow control: Compatible with optional capillary flow device controllerGas saver mode SSL: Gas saver mode built inSeptum purge SSL: Must have electronic septum purge flowPurge flow change SSL: Split and septum purge flow can be changed without changing the column flowTotal flow range SSL: Must be able to set total flow range: 0 to 1,250 mL/min heliumDisplay of Flows: Displays positive and negative flowsPressure settings: Inlet/outlet pressures settable to the limits of the controlling EPC devices.Location of introduction of EPC: EPC can be introduced at any column or restrictor connectionInlet maintenance SSL: Inlet sealing system is built in standard with each S/SL inlet for quick, easy, injector liner changes in under 30 seconds.Projection welded connectionsDeactivation: Deactivation of all internal surfaces in the sample path. Retention time performance: Retention time repeatability: 0.008% or 0.0008 minArea repeatability: 1% RSDMass Spectrometer Detector InterfaceCommunication interfaces:LAN interface: The LAN interface must allow real-time monitoring of the GC when it is connected with monitoring and diagnostic Software even when also connected to a data system.LAN and MS interface for Agilent 5977B MSDTwo analog output channels (1-mV, 1-V, and 10-V output available) as standard.Remote start/stopKeyboard control of the Agilent Automatic Liquid Sample (ALS)Storage of 10 methodsStorage of five ALS sequencesSample introduction: Agilent 7693A (Agilent Catalog No.: G4513A) Automatic Liquid Sampler (Autoinjector)Software-Monitoring & Diagnostic Software: The GC must be able to interface to a comprehensive real-time monitoring and diagnostic software which includes all of the following items:Real time notification via advisories and indicators CountersChromatographic attributesInstrument diagnostics including leak testsAccess to maintenance, run and even logsAccess to maintenance information such as manuals and videosAgilent 7693 ALS Interface: Agilent 7693 ALS interface standard. Provides power and communications for up to two 7693 automatic injectors, one automatic sampler tray, and one bar code reader.Timed Events: 550 time events via data system. 50 time events via GC keyboardLiner replacement: Compatible with turn-top system standard with an Agilent 7890B GCAccess to maintenance and service modes: must provide one-button access to maintenance and service modes from the keyboard.Leak tests: Must provide preprogrammed leak tests available from keyboard or monitoring software.Set point control: Must provide set point control from the local keyboard or via a networked data system.Automation control: Must provide automation control from the local keyboard or via a networked data system.Run time deviation log: Must provide a run time deviation log created for each analysis.Display of all GC and automatic sampler set points at the GC or data system: Must provide display of all GC and automatic sampler set points at the GC or data system via English characters on GC displayContext sensitive on-line help: Must provide context sensitive on-line helpMass Spectrometer Detector: (MVAHCS)Model: Agilent 5977B, Catalog No.: G7076BAStainless Steel Ion SourceOil Free Diaphragm PumpMass Spectrometer Detector: (Omaha)Model: Agilent 5977B Inert Plus MSD, Catalog No.: G7077BAExtractor EI Ion SourceStandard Rough Pump198 to 231V Fast Oven Power SupplyThree channels of auxillary EPCFactory plumbing for quick installationOven exhaust deflectorMass Spectrometer Detector: (MVAHCS & Omaha)5977 B Mass Spectrometer Detector Interface7693 Automatics Liquid Sampler interfaceMonitors (5) and Keyboards (5) includedINERT Capillary S/SL inlet with EPC-100psiMSD interface in Rear Inlet PositionInert ion sourceIon source temperature: 150-300 oCElectron energy: 5-241.5 eVEmission current: 0-315 uAFilaments: Dual for EITransfer line temperature: 100-350 oCQuadrupole Mass Filter should consist of a monolithic quartz structure (A quadrupole consisting of 4 separate rods is NOT acceptable). The rods must have a true hyperbolic shape in keeping with quadrupole theory. The quadrupole is to be independently heated and it temperature is to be independently heated and its temperature is to be user-selectable from 100-200 oCQuadrupole electrode surfaces: Gold and titanium multilayer metalized hyperbolic electrode surfaces. The Quadrupole is to have its electrode surfaces covered by titanium composite and gold thin and thick filmsQuadrupole temperature: 100-200 oCMass filter: Heated monolithic hyperbolic quadrupoleIon source-mass filter interface: Dynamically rampable entrance lensMass range: The instrument must scan from 1.6 to 1050 uMass resolution: Unit massMass axis stability: Better than 0.10 u/48 hrsDetector Type: Series II Triple-Axis Detector with high energy dynode and long life electron multiplier (HED-EM)Dynamic range (electronic): 106Scan rate must be at least 12,500 u/secSIM Capacity: The mass spectrometer shall have the capability to create 100 SIM ion groups with up to 60 ions per group (60 ions x 100 groups)SIM speed: Down to 0.1 msecAutomated SIM setup: The mass spectromter must have an automated SIM setup that can convert a full scan method to a SIM or SIM/Scan method. The software must automatically configure the number of SIM groups, SIM cycles across the peak, and the ions added to each group.Fast Venting: When Vent Cycle is started, the GC recognizes and optimizes the column flow to cool down the MSD faster.Maximum sustained column flow to MS: 50 mL/minRetention-time locking: The mass spectrometer data must have an integrated retention time-locking module for analyzing target compounds in complex matrices. The software module must provide the creation of custom compound databases as well as the utilization of vendor provided databasesGain Normalization AutotuneTurbo Pump 255 L/s (helium gas) with 2.5 m3 mechanical pump. Maximum column for rate for data acquisition should be 4 mL/min.EI SIM Instrument Detection Limits: must have the ability to detect down to 24 fentograms (fg)Instrument control: Agilent MassHunter data system Maintenance accessibility: Source (including filaments and lenses), mass filter, and detector on removable plate for easy access.Support life: The system shall have a ten year value guarantee such that vendor shall have ten years guaranteed parts and comprehensive service available or give residual value credit for replacement.The mass spectrometer system must be made in the USAAutomatic Liquid Sample (Autoinjector) & Sample Tray: (MVAHCS & Omaha):Model: Agilent 7693A, Catalog No.: G4513A (Autoinjector)Model: Agilent 7693, Catalog No.: G4514A (Sample Tray)The Autoinjector must have a sample capacity of 16 samples with standard turret.The Autoinjector must have a Variable sample depth of -2 to +30 mm above defaultThe Autoinjector must have the capability to rinse the syringe both pre and post injection with 2 separate solvents, A & B, of 0-15 times for each solventThe Autoinjector must allow for 0-15 pre-washes of sampleThe Autoinjector must allow for 0-15 pre-injection pumpsThe Autoinjector must have a programmable viscosity delay of 0-7 secondsThe Autoinjector must allow 1-99 injections of specified syringe volumesThe Autoinjector must have a range of injection volumes of 10 nanoliters up to 250 microliters depending upon the syringe size.The Autoinjector must be capable of using syringes 1, 2, 5, 10. 25, 10 & 100 uL maximum volume with a standard syringe carriage and 250 uL & 500 uL maximum volume using an Enhanced Sample CarriageThe Autoinjector must allow injection volume settings of 1% to 50% of syringe volume in increments of 1%The Autoinjector must be capable of injecting at a speed of under 100 milliseconds.The Autoinjector must have a Programmable injection speed from 2.5 uL/sec to 1000 uL/secThe Autoinjector must be able to be controlled thru the GC keyboard or the Chromatographic Data systemThe injector shall hold up to 2 vials of solvent. Each vial is 4 mL with 2 mL of solvent usable from each vial, which allows a total of 4 mL usable solvent. When the injector is used in conjunction with a tray, the ALS system holds 10 4 mL vials, with a usable solvent capacity of 20 mL. Additional solvent capacity is available when using a try by using 2 mL sample vials as solvent vials.The Autoinjector must be auto-aligning and able to be installed or removed without the use of tools.The Autoinjector must have a mounting postThe Autoinjector must have a parking post for the GCThe Autoinjector must have a GC mounting bracket.The Autoinjector must have a 10 ul syringe and solvent bottlesThe Sample Tray must have a 150 vial sample capacity.The Sample Tray s vial handling system must provide random access to all vial positions on the tray.The Sample Tray must have 3 removable 5 x 10 tray racks. These racks must be compatible with multi-tip pipettes.The Sampler Tray must be positioned away from the GC to minimize exposure to heat.The Sampler Tray must use an active vial gripping mechanism (finger like) so that the vial is grabbed by the sides rather than under the cap.The Sampler Tray s vial gripping mechanism must have a sensor that verifies that the vial has been grasped.Ion Gauge: (MVAHCS & Omaha)Ion Gauge for 5977 MSD, Agilent Catalog No.: G3397B Analyze chamber pressure (vacuum) for MSDPrinter: (MVAHCS & Omaha)LaserData System: (MVAHCS & Omaha)Acquisition software: Agilent MassHunter GC/MS AcquisitionSimultaneous MS and GC signals: Up to two MSD signals (that is SIM/scan) and four GC detector signals per instrument.Instrument connections (Agilent MassHunter GC/MS Acquisition): Four instruments total: up to two GC/MSDs or four GCs. The MS data system must be capable of controlling 2 complete GC/MSD systems from a single PC data system.SIM/Scan: Automated SIM setup and synchronous SIM/scan operationData Analysis Software: Agilent MassHunter and classic Agilent MSD ChemStation Application reports: Drugs of AbuseCustom reporting: Agilent MassHunter: Microsoft Excel, classic Agilent MSD ChemStation; Custom reportingSecurity: Data and result security and tamper detection21CFR11 Compliance: Agilent MassHunter Quantitative Analysis and Agilent MassHunter GC/MS Acquisition toolsChemStation DA, Monitor, and Mass Hunter Sample Processing Software for 7890 GC: (MVAHCS & Omaha)ChemStation DA with Mass Hunter specimen processing softwareAdditional Data License if needed Agilent Catalog No.: G1710FAThe PC must be configured with a Microsoft Windows 7 or higher operating system, featuring a graphical user interface with multiple windows, pull down menus and toolbars.The MSD control software must be a Windows based platform and have the ability to control the MSD.Data Acquisition, Peak Integration, Calibration, Quantification and QC calculations must be fully automated and can be performed in a multiple batch analysis mode.This software must incorporate at least two different automated peak detection algorithms.Quantification parameters must be stored for each compound and individually selected and loaded into new methods.This software must have the ability to simultaneously process quantification data and acquire samples using the same software interface.This application manager must be designed to work within the FDA s guidelines for security, providing tools to enable compliance on electronic records and electronic signatures (21 CFR part 11)This application manager must be capable of automatically optimizing MS conditions and generating a GCMS acquisition method that is stored for later use.This application manager must compatible with GCMS data. Data can be full scan or SIM.Data Acquisition, Peak Integration, Calibration, Quantification and QC calculations must be fully automated.The quantification method editor must be viewable in page view or as a spreadsheet.This application manager must allow the monitoring of the molecular ion plus up to 4 confirmatory ions.This application manager must update ion ratios and retention times automatically from any sample specified in the sample sequence.This application manager must flag samples in the a browser report when:the ion ratios fall out-with the user-defined valuesthe concentration is below the reporting concentration limit (user input)the coefficient of determination for a calibration curve falls below a user-set levelThe system must have the ability to handle both single samples and batches of samples, but the amount of samples that can be accepted by the system will depend on the type of auto-sampler that is configured with the instrument.Data must be acquired automatically and then processed under user specified parameters to produce a report.The report must be both viewable in a browser format and be printed as a hardcopy. The application manager must support fully automated instrument shut down and start up.NIST Library Bundle: (Omaha)Agilent Catalog No.: G1033A2014 MS Library BundleMust include greater than 200 spectra with names, chemical structures, and retention indices.Must include MS/MS Spectra libraryMust include NIST search and AMDIS programsSite Preparation Package: (MVAHCS & Omaha)For use with 5975C inert MSDs and MSD bundles Agilent Catalog No.: G3391ATechnical Support: (MVAHCS)1 Year CrossLab Silver for the GCMS 5977 Turbo system Agilent Catalog No.: SYS-GM-5977TAdditional Analyzer requirements: (MVAHCS & Omaha)Ambient operating temperature: 15 oC to 35 oCAmbient operating humidity: 5% to 95% Physical Requirements: (MVAHCS & Omaha)The GC/MS dimensions must not exceed 88 cm (w), 56 cm (d), 50 cm (h). Additional space should be added for the Autoinjector, sample tray, data system, and printer.Electrical Requirements, Connections, and Safety Standards: (MVAHCS & Omaha)Power: 120 V, 50/60 HzLine voltage requirements: +/- 10% of nominalFour internal 24-vold connections (up to 150mA). Two external 24-volt connections (up to 150 mA). Two on/off contact closures (48V, 250 mA max)Conforms to the CSA/Nationally recognized Test Laboratory (NRTL) safety standardsConforms to the UL 3101 International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 61010-1 safety standards.Conforms to the Regulations on Electomagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Radio Frequency Interference (RFI): -CISPR 11/EN 55011: Group 1 Class A IEC/EN 61326ISO 9001 Designed an manufactured under a quality system registered to ISO 9001, Declaration of Conformity available.Installation, Validation, Training, and Technical Support: (MVAHCS)Installation of GC/MSD system to include the GC, MSD, Autosampler, sample tray, and ion gauge Agilent Catalog No.: 44K Vendor will verify GC/MSD system performance at the customer site and provide documentation.Familiarization at installation of the GC, MSD, Autoinjector, and sample tray on the operation of the system, maintenance, basic troubleshooting and repair Agilent Catalog No.: 44L Analytical Customized Education On-site or Education Center customized education, tailored for customer specific needs. Course R1788A MassHunter Data Analysis & Reporting for GC/MS. This training for up to 4 people. 4 manuals will be included Agilent Catalog No.: H2620ASupplemental Installation One Hour Labor for Chemical analysis products. Labor only, no travel included Agilent Catalog No.: 44N or 44KCourse GCMS-5977-2200c (R3902A) Agilent 7890B/5977 GCMS Maintenance and Troubleshooting . The final agenda would be determined between customer and assigned Agilent Consultant. This training session will be for a maximum of 4 students. This includes 4 manuals of course R3902A and the expense of a Certified Agilent Consultant Agilent Catalog No.: R3999B1 Year Software Update/Phone Assistance Agilent Catalog No.: 44W1 Year PC Image Recovery Service Agilent Catalog No.: 0TPContractor shall provide validation of the instrument including labor and travel.Technical support available Monday Friday 8 am 5 pm.Installation, Validation, Training and Technical Support: (Omaha)Installation of GC/MSD system to include the GC, MSD, Autosampler, sample tray, and ion gauge Agilent Catalog No.: 44K Vendor will verify GC/MSD system performance at the customer site and provide documentation.Familiarization at installation of the GC, MSD, Autoinjector, and sample tray on the operation of the system, maintenance, basic troubleshooting and repair Agilent Catalog No.: 44L Analytical Customized Education On-site or Education Center customized education, tailored for customer specific needs. Course R1788A MassHunter Data Analysis & Reporting for GC/MS. This training for up to 4 people. 4 manuals will be included Agilent Catalog No.: H2620ASupplemental Installation One Hour Labor for Chemical analysis products. Labor only, no travel included Agilent Catalog No.: 44N or 44KMethod and application consulting On-site consulting for a maximum of 4 participants. Certificates and manuals not included. Three day On-site (includes Agilent Catalog No.: H2149AContractor shall provide validation of the instrument including labor and travel.1 Year Software Update/Phone Assistance Agilent Catalog No.: 44WTechnical support available Monday Friday 8 am 5 pm.VALIDATION STUDIES: The vendor shall perform instrument validation which includes calibration, pump performance, and resolution acceptability. HARDWARE:If needed, prior to any purchase award, the Vendor may consult with the Laboratory and Facilities Engineering staff at each site to ensure that existing lab space and existing lab utilities will accommodate vendor's proposed equipment. If needed, the Vendor will furnish written documentation to the contracting office certifying equipment is compatible with site. DELIVERY SCHEDULE:The Minneapolis VA Health Care System requests delivery terms of: FOB DESTINATION for all shipments, deliveries, installations and training. Deliveries shall be made to:VA Medical Center, Bldg. 70Warehouse (90D), Ref. PO# ______One Veterans DriveMinneapolis, MN 55417Delivery Times: Between 8 am to 3 pm Monday Friday, except Federal holidaysThe Omaha VA requests delivery terms of: FOB DESTINATION for all shipments, deliveries, installations and training. Deliveries shall be made to:VA Medical Center, Bldg. 4101 Woolworth AvenueOmaha, NE 68105 Contact Information: Melanie StockmanContracting Officer's email Office Address :Department of Veterans Affairs;Network Contracting Office 23 (NCO23);Contract Officer;4801 Veterans Drive;St. Cloud MN 56303 Location: Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center Set Aside: Veteran-Owned Small Business