6515--SPS PACK AND PREP WORKSTATION

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) addresses vendor inquiries regarding solicitation number 36C26226Q0284.

• Evaluation of "Equal" Products: "Equal" products will be evaluated based on functional equivalence to salient characteristics, not just manufacturer part numbers.
• Installation Scope for Equal Products: Installation of "equal" products by the offeror or authorized installer using manufacturer-recommended standards is acceptable.
• Removal and Disposal Services: Commercially equivalent removal and disposal services are accepted if they meet safety, decontamination, and environmental requirements.
• Dimensional Requirements: Clarifies that 72"x36" workstations are required for lines 1001-1002, and 36"x60" workstations are required for lines 001-011.
• Lighting and Electrical Specifications: Functionally equivalent lighting and electrical systems are acceptable if they meet or exceed requirements.
• Accessory Configuration: Equivalent accessory configurations are acceptable if they meet workflow and functional requirements.
• OEM Authorization for Equal Products: OEM authorization letters are acceptable for "equal" offers; no specific drawing is provided, but measurements are available.
• Prep & Pack Workstations: Confirms the procurement of ten (10) 36"x60" and ten (10) 72"x36" Prep & Pack Workstations.
• ITEM 0010 – Removal to Loading Dock (No Disposal): Clarifies that disposal is required when replacing workstations from line item 001-0011. Line item 1001-1002 is for installation only in a new building.
• Disposal Responsibilities: The contractor is responsible for all disposal, recycling, or final disposition, including packaging, transportation, and documentation (though documentation is not required by the VA).
• Disposal Timing: Disposals should occur immediately or within 72 hours.
• Workstation Details: Confirms ITEM 1001 includes ten (10) Prep & Pack Workstations, 10 tables at 36"x60", 10 tables at 36"x72", tables are on casters, and are stainless steel.

No changes to proposal deadlines or submission rules are indicated in this amendment.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of commercial products and services. The acquisition is a total set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). The government is procuring "Pack and Prep workstations" as described in the Statement of Work (SOW).

• Twenty (20) Ergo adjustable workstations are requested.

• Workstations must be designed to meet demanding instrument reprocessing needs, accommodate various accessories, have electric height adjustment and overhead lighting, address ergonomic challenges, feature lockable casters, and include a riser frame.

• Specific dimensions are required: 72 x 36 x 69-1/2 to 85-1/2" (variable height).

• Must include push-button electric height adjustment, adjustable LED lighting, two T8 lamps, and a 9' cord.

• Must have shelves for packing equipment and accessories.

• Electric bases require a 120 Volt, 50/60 Hz, 3.0/2.2 Amp motor with an 8-1/2" power cord and a travel range of 1/2" per second.

• Includes a plug strip with single circuit, 15 Amp, 120 Volt outlets (six simplex outlets) with a lighted on/off switch and circuit breaker protection.

• Must be equipped with a stainless-steel surface and casters, constructed of steel and extruded aluminum, and handle loads up to 500 lb.

• Turnkey installation is required during regular hospital hours.

• Additional and replacement equipment may be procured.

• Contract type is expected to be Firm-Fixed-Price.

• The period of performance is not explicitly stated but is implied to be for the base contract period.

• Estimated value is not stated.

• Quotes are due no later than January 27, 2026, at 7:00 a.m. PST.

• Quotes must be submitted electronically in PDF or Microsoft Excel (.xls) format to Anthony.delacruz@va.gov.

• Files should not exceed 10MB.

• Offerors must be authorized dealers, distributors, or resellers and must submit OEM authorization letters.

• Quotes are valid for 30 days.

• The award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote conforms to the solicitation and is the most advantageous to the Government, based on the lowest price quotation that meets all requirements.

• Questions must be received by January 20, 2026, by 7:00 am PST.

• This acquisition is a total set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs).

• Only offers from certified SDVOSBs will be considered.

• Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.

• The NAICS code for this acquisition is 339112, with a size standard of 1000 employees.

• The document includes numerous FAR and VAAR clauses and provisions related to contract terms, conditions, representations, and certifications.