6515--NX EQ Adjustable Ergonomic Decontamination Sink Brand Name or Equal

Sources Sought Notice Sources Sought Notice Page 6 of 6 Sources Sought Notice *= Required Field Sources Sought Notice Page 1 of 6 1.0 DESCRIPTION The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program has identified the Adjustable Ergonomic Decontamination Sinks product line as a candidate for a VA-wide (otherwise referred to as national ) single Requirements contract award. The Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) Office of Procurement, Acquisition and Logistics (OPAL) Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC) on behalf of VHA is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) in accordance with the FAR 10.002(b)(2)to determine the availability and technical capabilities of qualified sources. The SAC in conjunction with VHA is seeking a qualified source to manufacture AMSCO brand name or equal Adjustable Ergonomic Decontamination Sinks on an agency wide basis.VA intends to award a Requirements Contract with Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) orders IAW FAR 16.503, Requirements

Contract to a supplier of this equipment. Vendors will be required to Adjustable Ergonomic Decontamination Sinks to VA medical centers and facilities throughout the United States The period of performance is for one (1) 12-month base period with four (4) twelve (12) month option periods from the date of award. However, the Government's decision as to whether or not to continue with the contract, upon annual review, will be based upon successful performance during each previous year and continued need. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339113 Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing and the associated size standard is 750 employees. The FAR Provision found at 52.204-7(b)(1) requires that All interested Offerors must be registered in SAM prior to submitting an offer or quotation. You may access the SAM website at https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/ . All quoters must be certified as with the appropriate NAICS code on the SAM website. All SDVOSB/VOSB offerors must be verified in the Vendor Information Pages (VIP) database at: https://www.vip.vetbiz.va.gov/ at the time of quote submission. This notice is for planning purpose only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the Government to award a contract, nor does the Government intend to pay for any information submitted as a result of this notice. This RFI is part of a continuous process for obtaining the latest information on the commercial status of the industry with respect to their current and near-term abilities. The information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for, or award, a competitive contract. It is emphasized that this is a notice solely for planning and informational purposes 2.0 SCOPE Adjustable Ergonomic Decontamination Sinks, which are also called reprocessing sinks, are in central sterile processing departments and represent the most critical area in ensuring that instruments are being properly cleaned. Adjustable Ergonomic Decontamination Sinks are designed to streamline workflow and increase compliance in reprocessing departments. Each decontamination sink promotes compliance with all the tools required to safely and effectively manually clean surgical instruments. Height-adjustable healthcare reprocessing sinks meet Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)2 compliance and reduce musculoskeletal disorders. Central sterile processing personnel heights and physical capabilities vary, making height adjustability a necessity to perform duties optimally. The following Contract Line Items will be awarded in the proposed contract: CONTRACT LINE ITEM# BRAND PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION BASE YR OY 1 OY 2 OY 3 OY 4 0001 Steris SINK5096 AMSCO 52 Reprocessing Sink 96" Double Bay - The sink is ergonomic as it offers a height adjustable counter and magnetic backsplash for accessories that help streamline workflow. included: 30 bays, air & water pistols with the various tip attachments plus magnetic holders, a pre-rinse & faucet combo, treated water faucet, external drain lever handles and etched gallon markers in bay. 3 3 3 3 3 0002 Steris SINK50120 AMSCO 53 Reprocessing Sink 120" Triple Bay - The sink is ergonomic as it offers a height adjustable counter and magnetic backsplash for accessories that help streamline workflow. included: 30 bays, air & water pistols with the various tip attachments plus magnetic holders, a pre-rinse & faucet combo, treated water faucet, external drain lever handles and etched gallon markers in bay. 3 3 3 3 3 0003 Steris SINKAC010 Chemistry Mount (Fits 1 and 2.5 Gallon Containers) 3 3 3 3 3 0004 Steris SINKAC011 Backsplash Bracket for AcuSinq Dosing System 3 3 3 3 3 0005 Steris SINKAC007 Universal Side Splash 3 3 3 3 3 0006 Steris SINKAC008 Copper Drain - Dual Bay 3 3 3 3 3 0007 Steris SINKAC009 Copper Drain - Triple Bay 3 3 3 3 3 0008 Steris SE101482 Install AMSCO 50 Reprocessing Sink 6 6 6 6 6 0009 Steris SE104112 Install Copper Drain Kit for AMSCO 30 & 50 series sinks 6 6 6 6 6 0010 Steris SW02102 AMSCO 72 Reprocessing Sink, 94" Double Aqua Klenz & Wash Bays LR - This sink offers temperature monitoring, automatic chemistry dosing, and the ability to record and export important data. The sink is ergonomic as it offers a height adjustable counter and magnetic backsplash for accessories that help streamline workflow. Helps provide consistent cleaning by offering features like Aqua Klenz and Sonic Klenz bays. All units come with an intuitive icon-based touch screen and offers several touchless functionalities like auto drain and fill. 3 3 3 3 3 0011 Steris SW02201 AMSCO 72 Reprocessing Sink, 94" Double Wash & Aqua Klenz Bays RL - This sink offers temperature monitoring, automatic chemistry dosing, and the ability to record and export important data. The sink is ergonomic as it offers a height adjustable counter and magnetic backsplash for accessories that help streamline workflow. Helps provide consistent cleaning by offering features like Aqua Klenz and Sonic Klenz bays. All units come with an intuitive icon-based touch screen and offers several touchless functionalities like auto drain and fill. 3 3 3 3 3 0012 Steris SW02203 AMSCO 72 Reprocessing Sink, 94" Double Wash & Sonic Klenz Bays LR - This sink offers temperature monitoring, automatic chemistry dosing, and the ability to record and export important data. The sink is ergonomic as it offers a height adjustable counter and magnetic backsplash for accessories that help streamline workflow. Helps provide consistent cleaning by offering features like Aqua Klenz and Sonic Klenz bays. All units come with an intuitive icon-based touch screen and offers several touchless functionalities like auto drain and fill. 3 3 3 3 3 0013 Steris SW02302 AMSCO 72 Reprocessing Sink, 94" Double Sonic Klenz & Wash Bays RL - This sink offers temperature monitoring, automatic chemistry dosing, and the ability to record and export important data. The sink is ergonomic as it offers a height adjustable counter and magnetic backsplash for accessories that help streamline workflow. Helps provide consistent cleaning by offering features like Aqua Klenz and Sonic Klenz bays. All units come with an intuitive icon-based touch screen and offers several touchless functionalities like auto drain and fill. 3 3 3 3 3 0014 Steris SW04124 AMSCO 73 Reprocessing Sink, 120" Triple Aqua Klenz, Wash, & Rinse Bays LR - This sink offers temperature monitoring, automatic chemistry dosing, and the ability to record and export important data. The sink is ergonomic as it offers a height adjustable counter and magnetic backsplash for accessories that help streamline workflow. Helps provide consistent cleaning by offering features like Aqua Klenz and Sonic Klenz bays. All units come with an intuitive icon-based touch screen and offers several touchless functionalities like auto drain and fill. 3 3 3 3 3 0015 Steris SW04421 AMSCO 73 Reprocessing Sink, 120" Triple Aqua Klenz, Wash, & Rinse Bays RL - This sink offers temperature monitoring, automatic chemistry dosing, and the ability to record and export important data. The sink is ergonomic as it offers a height adjustable counter and magnetic backsplash for accessories that help streamline workflow. Helps provide consistent cleaning by offering features like Aqua Klenz and Sonic Klenz bays. All units come with an intuitive icon-based touch screen and offers several touchless functionalities like auto drain and fill. 3 3 3 3 3 0016 Steris SW04243 AMSCO 73 Reprocessing Sink, 120" Triple Aqua Klenz, Wash, & Rinse Bays LR - This sink offers temperature monitoring, automatic chemistry dosing, and the ability to record and export important data. The sink is ergonomic as it offers a height adjustable counter and magnetic backsplash for accessories that help streamline workflow. Helps provide consistent cleaning by offering features like Aqua Klenz and Sonic Klenz bays. All units come with an intuitive icon-based touch screen and offers several touchless functionalities like auto drain and fill. 3 3 3 3 3 0017 Steris SW04342 AMSCO 73 Reprocessing Sink, 120" Triple Aqua Klenz, Wash, & Rinse Bays RL - This sink offers temperature monitoring, automatic chemistry dosing, and the ability to record and export important data. The sink is ergonomic as it offers a height adjustable counter and magnetic backsplash for accessories that help streamline workflow. Helps provide consistent cleaning by offering features like Aqua Klenz and Sonic Klenz bays. All units come with an intuitive icon-based touch screen and offers several touchless functionalities like auto drain and fill. 3 3 3 3 3 0018 Steris SE101582 Install AMSCO 70 Series Adjustable Sink - STERIS installation includes all necessary labor (non-union) and materials required to uncrate, set-in place and assemble STERIS equipment. Price is for normal working hours, Monday Friday 8 am -5 pm unless otherwise noted. STERIS also includes with its Installation Services an operational check-out test, any necessary adjustments, and a demonstration of the equipment for appropriate facility personnel. 24 24 24 24 24 0019 Steris SW000001 AMSCO 70 Lumen Klenz 3 3 3 3 3 0020 Steris SWA001 Flex Plate (Qty 2) 3 3 3 3 3 0021 Steris SWA009 AMSCO 30/50/70 Magnification Light 3 3 3 3 3 0022 Steris SWA010 Additional Magnet Hooks 3 3 3 3 3 0023 Steris SWA011 AMSCO 70 Additional Air Pistol 3 3 3 3 3 0024 Steris SWA012 AMSCO 70 Pure Water Pistol 3 3 3 3 3 0025 Steris SWA013 Mesh Basket - Full Size 3 3 3 3 3 0026 Steris SWA014 Mesh Basket - Half Size 3 3 3 3 3 0027 Steris SWA015 AMSCO 70 Additional covers for Sonic & Aqua Klenz 3 3 3 3 3 0028 Steris SWA003 AMSCO 70 Side Splash (one) Need (4"), Left 3 3 3 3 3 0029 Steris SWA004 AMSCO 70 Side Splash (one) Need (4"), Right 3 3 3 3 3 0030 Steris SWA005 AMSCO 70 Side Splash (one) Need (6"), Left 3 3 3 3 3 0031 Steris SWA006 AMSCO 70 Side Splash (one) Need (6"), Right 3 3 3 3 3 0032 Steris SWA007 AMSCO 70 Side Splash (one) Need (12"), Left 3 3 3 3 3 0033 Steris SWA008 AMSCO 70 Side Splash (one) Need (12"), Right 3 3 3 3 3 For each equal product, the offeror must include a description reflecting the salient characteristics (SC) and level of quality that will satisfy the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics of the equal product(s) specified in the solicitation. First, the SC table below shall be included in the beginning of the technical volume with a cross-reference column of the page number(s) identifying where in the quote that the requirement is met. Next, the offeror must clearly identify the item by brand name (if any) and make/model number. Finally, the offeror must include descriptive literature, such as illustrations, drawings, or a clear reference to previously furnished descriptive data or information available to the contracting officer, and clearly describe any modifications it plans to make to a product to make it conform to the solicitation requirements. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking vendors who can provide AMSCO brand Adjustable Ergonomic Decontamination Sinks as listed above or equal commodities which meet all of the following salient characteristics: SC # SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS METHOD OF EVALUATION Applicable CLINs SC CROSS-WALK (PAGE#) SC 1 The decontamination sink shall be a freestanding, electronic height adjustable unit. Literature Review 0001, 0002, & 0010 - 0017 SC 2 The decontamination sink shall be available in both double and triple bay configurations. Literature Review 0001, 0002, & 0010 - 0017 SC 3 The decontamination sink shall meet, at a minimum, ANSI/AAMI Guidelines ST79:2013. Literature Review 0001, 0002, & 0010 - 0017 SC 4 The decontamination sink shall be equipped with both air and water pistols or an independent lumen flushing system. Literature Review 0001, 0002, 0023, 0024 SC 5 The decontamination sink shall be equipped with etched gallon markers on all bays. Literature Review 0001, 0002, & 0010 - 0017 SC 6 The decontamination sink shall be equipped with a pure water (hot and cold water) faucet and a DI (deionized) treated water faucet. Literature Review 0001, 0002, & 0010 - 0017 SC 7 The decontamination sink shall be equipped with inclined sink counter-top or marine edges. Literature Review 0001, 0002, 0010 0017, & 0028 - 0033 SC 8 The decontamination sink shall be equipped with overhead lighting and a magnification light. Literature Review 0001, 0002, 0010 - 0017, & 0021