VAMC, 2002 Holcombe Blvd., Houston, TX 77030-4298

23 -- MOBILE HEALTH VAN SOL RFQ 580-8-LD DUE 031898 POC Contracting Officer, Linda Dean, (713) 794-7405 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ 580-8-LD). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-03. Line item number 1 -- Contractor shall provide 1 each mobile health van, custom designed with equipped front cabin, attic storage, reception area, nurses' station and exam room. Van shall not exceed 20' long, 8-1/2" wide, and 12-1/2' overall height. Van must be self-propelled and conform to all ADA requirements. Paint color(s) and logo to selected after award but must be included in bid. Finish and color must be premium quality powder coat, baked on epoxy. As a minimum, van must have the following general basic features: Exam Room with cabin alarm system with panic buttons; air deflectors on ceiling registers; diagnostic instruments; professional exam tables; screened and tinted windows; and swing door. Nurses' Station with acoustical ceiling height of approx. 8'; medical cabinets which comply with all Joint Commission standards for sanitation and workmanship (exact configurations, colors, etc, to be determined by VA from currently manufactured items); ADA compatible scale; powered chair lift; and fold-down phlebotomy desk with scope above. Reception Area with restroom with noise control capabilities; emergency window area; counter/desk for medical records/patient registration; convenient flip seating; water station; TV/VCR shelf; microwave shelf; and AM/FM shelf. Storage Attic with equipment storage space of over 160 cu.ft. and exterior receptacle wire inside of water box. Must be equipped with flag mount, pole, flag, and portable folding stairs. Additional mechanical/engineering requirements: 4-wheel power disc brakes with backup braking; power steering with intermittent wipers; C-channel 8 class frame design; leak-proof roof system; all around steel belted radials and disk brakes; water storage tanks with free for shore adaptability; Cat 3116 diesel engine (gasoline comparable with automatic transmission engine preferred) with appropriate electric generator; noise eliminators throughout; storage compartments for supplies; minimum of 2 years of limited miles warranty on chassis with certified or licensed professional service/repair locations located within Houston metropolitan statistical area; computerized leveling gear; smoke detectors; fire extinguishers; phone/modem jack; health-care electrical wiring; rear and front walls air-conditioning mount; all season rib tires, 255/80R x 22.5G; water heater. Quoter shall submit a conceptional drawing of the vehicle proposed for this solicitation detailing all the standard items/features for vehicle. A specific list of optional features and prices should also be included. Additionally, a minimum of 1000 postcards with reverse printing as specified by VA shall be provided picturing the completed van for this facility. Van must be delivered and accepted within 120 days after receipt of purchase order and delivered FOB: VA Medical Center, Houston, Texas. FAR provision 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial, applies to this acquisition. The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation provides the best value to the Government. Offerors must include completed copy of FAR provision 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, with its offer. FAR clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions, applies to this acquisition. The following clauses are addenda to this clause: 52.232.33, Mandatory Information for Electronic Funds Transfer Payment, and 852.270-4, Commercial Advertising. FAR clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items, and FAR clauses 52.203-6, 52.203-10, 52.219-8, 52.222-26, 52.222-35, 52.222-36, 52.222-37, and 52.225-3 also apply to this solicitation. Contractor must guarantee van, all equipment, accessories, etc., against defective material, workmanship and performance for a minimum period of 1 year. Maintenance manuals, handbooks, instructions, etc., must be provided for all equipment as well as the vehicle. Offers must be submitted by 3:00 p.m., March 18, 1998, to Contracting Office (90C), VA Medical Center, 2002 Holcombe Blvd., Room 4B-302, Houston, TX 77030-4298. For information regarding this solicitation contact Linda Dean, Contracting Officer, 713-794-7405. (0051)

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