VA-261-09-RP-0340, for Zoom Motorized Patient Transport Solution 6 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with (IAW) the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are not being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all proposals received prior to 4 September 2009 will be reviewed by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete with this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. This solicitation VA-261-09-RP-0340 is issued as a Request for Proposal (RFP). This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005-36. Only emailed requests received directly from the requester are acceptable. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) number is 423450 and the business size standard is small, 100 employees. ITEM DESCRIPTION The Stryker Zoom Stretcher Solution is a motorized stretcher able to move a 700 pound patient with only 4 pounds of pressure. The stretcher has several ergonomic features: there is a lift assist backrest that uses a patient's own weight to raise and lower a patient by 50%.; the patient can be positioned on the stretcher to effortlessly to protect the staffs back and eliminating repetitive bending and strain. Advanced Zoom technology, provides smooth and efficient patient transport up to 700 pounds. The exclusive drop-seat design uses the patient's own weight to make raising and lowering the backrest easy and eliminates excess strain on the staff. Stryker's Glideaway side-rails provide maximum patient security when raised and provides zero transfer gaps. Mounted under the litter, Stryker's oxygen bottle holder offers outstanding access and back protection by eliminating repetitive bending. By combining the backrest and the hydraulic knee gatch, patients may be positioned in a comfortable recovery chair like position. Stryker's innovative knee assist hydraulic control eliminates cranking. Instead you simply slide the knee gatch lever horizontally to raise and lower the litter. The Stryker Zoom Patient Transport Solution is a motorized stretcher that will be used to transport VA patients at the San Francisco VA Medical center. Zoom Motorized patient transport solution 6, Thermoformed ABS base with extra capacity storage tray 700 pounds of weight capacity, 26" wide patient surface w/3" mattress <23" low height integrated tray. Litter mounted oxygen bottle holder, with integrated transfer board. 4-wheel ring brake system with dual end activators. Dual side-mounted foot control hydraulics with uni-lower pedal. Glide-away side rails. 4 integrated IV receptacles. Integrated bumpers, +/-. Trendelenburg. 8 OMNI Surface casters with integrated wheel covers, integrated foot end pull handles. 2-year warranty and 2-year parts labor and travel. (6EA) 30" Width Patient Surface (6EA) Lift-Assist Backrest/Hydraulic Knee Gatch (30' surface) (6EA) Dual End Side-Rail Release (6EA) 2 Stage Permanent Fold IV Pole - Head Light (30" Surface) (6EA) 30" Transfer Board (6EA) Retractable Cord Reel (6EA) Upright Oxygen Bottle Holder (6EA) 5 X 30" Pioneer Surface (6EA) Footboard/Chart-holder Delivery date: 30 September 2009, FOB destination to VAMC Warehouse VA MEDICAL CENTER 4150 Clement Street Bldg 203 San Francisco CA, 94121-1690 Only electronic offers will be accepted. Offers are due to [email protected] by 2:00 p.m. Pacific time, 4 September 2008. SOLICITATION PROVISIONS/CONTRACT CLAUSES: FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items (Apr 2008). FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items (May 2008): Offerors must include a completed copy of the provision with its offer. FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items (Feb 2007). FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes Or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items (Apr 2008) For the purposes of this clause items (b) 1, 7, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 27, and 33 are considered checked and apply. FAR 52.232-38 Submission of Electronic Funds Transfer Information with Offer (May 1999) VAAR 852.270-1 Representatives of Contracting Officers (Apr 1984) VAAR 852.237-70 Contractor Responsibilities (Apr 1984) VAAR 852.270-4 Commercial Advertising (Nov 1984) Small businesses, especially veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, are encouraged to contact their nearest Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) if assistance is needed in preparing their proposal. The website address for the location of the nearest PTAC is http://www.sellingtothegovernment.net.

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