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.

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 number is W9114F-10-T- 0109. This solicitation is issued as a Request For Quotation, which incorporates provisions and clauses for commercial items in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2001-14. This is an unrestricted acquisition. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 339113
The following Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses and provisions apply to this acquisition:

ITEM 0001, 1 Each Modular Disinfector, Scope Reprocessor, Medivator MDS 10 Liter Advantage, top loader, 2 basins work independently , cold processing, single channel monitoring, digital documentation, permanent electronic control via PC, Mfg Minntech, 220V, 50Hz, BRAND NAME OR EQUAL

ITEM 0002, 1 Each Compressor for line Item 0001, Mfg Minntech 220V, 50 Hz, BRAND NAME OR EQUAL

ITEM 0003, 1 Each Water Filtration System for line item 0001, BRAND NAME OR EQUAL

ITEM 0004, 1 Each Software PC Anywhere, External Online Connection for Disinfector System, Mfg Minntech, BRAND NAME OR EQUAL.

ITEM 0005, 4 Each, Hook-up Devices to accommodate Endoscope Channels BRAND NAME OR EQUAL

ITEM 0006, 4 Each, Cassette Insert for use with Line Item 0001, Mfg Minntech, BRAND NAME OR EQUAL

ITEM 0007, 1 Each, Cassette Preparation for Line item 0006, BRAND NAME OR EQUAL.

ITEM 0008, 2 Each, Container for Valves, BRAND NAME OR EQUAL

ITEM 0009, 2 Each, Transport Bowl Top, BRAND NAME OR EQUAL

ITEM 0010, 2 Each, Transport Bowl Base, BRAND NAME OR EQUAL

ITEM 0011, 1 Each, Shipping and Installation, BRAND NAME OR EQUAL

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52.222-19 , Child Labor -- Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies , JUL 2010
52.222-50 Alt I , Combating Trafficking in Persons (Aug 2007) Alternate I , AUG 2007
52.225-13 , Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases , JUN 2008
52.232-33 , Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer--Central Contractor Registration , OCT 2003
52.233-3 , Protest After Award , AUG 1996
52.233-4 , Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim , OCT 2004
52.247-29 , F.O.B. Origin , FEB 2006
252.203-7000 , Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials , JAN 2009
252.203-7002 , Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights , JAN 2009
252.211-7003 , Item Identification and Valuation , AUG 2008
252.225-7041 , Correspondence in English , JUN 1997
252.229-7000 , Invoices Exclusive of Taxes or Duties , JUN 1997
252.232-7003 , Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports , MAR 2008
252.232-7008 , Assignment of Claims (Overseas) , JUN 1997
252.232-7010 , Levies on Contract Payments , DEC 2006
252.233-7001 , Choice of Law (Overseas) , JUN 1997
ADDENDUM TO 52.212-4
ADDENDUM TO 52.212-1
52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998)
52.252-6 Authorized Deviations in Clauses (Apr 1984)
252.212-7001 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or executive orders applicable to defense acquisitions of commercial items (APR 2010)(DEV)
252.229-7001 Tax Relief (JUN 1997)
252.229-7002 Customs Exemptions (Germany)(JUN 1997)

ADDENDUM TO 52.212-1
INSTRUCTIONS TO VENDORS

The following paragraphs are hereby amended:
Para (a) Does not apply to this RFQ.
Para (b) Replace subparagraph (4) with the following:
(4) Technical Factor. The vendor must explain how you will comply with the requirements in the request for quote by submitting a written quote which describes:
Salient Characteristics Standard - - Acceptable - - Unacceptable
1. Offered System must be 220V/50Hz.
2. Offered System must be FDA approved.
3. Offered System must test endoscopes for leaks and blockages during reprocessing cycle.
4. Offered System must be able to asynchronously reprocess two scopes at a time.
5. Offered System must be equipped with an alarm to indicate malfunction or when indication that disinfection is compromised exists.
6. Offered System must be equipped with an automated self disinfection cycle.
7. Offered system must be equipped with an alcohol and air purge cycle.
8. Offeror must have the ability to provide preventative maintenance, user training and warranty.
9. Offeror must be able to provide manufacturer trained service technician on site for service repairs within 8 business day hours for emergency repairs as required.
Failure to receive an acceptable rating of any of the listed salient characteristics will result in an unacceptable technical rating unless the error(s), deficiency (ies) or omission (s) can be corrected.
All CLINs shall be priced. If you fail to price all CLINs, your quote will not be considered for award.
Para (c) Change 30 to 60.
Para (d) Does not apply to this request for quote (RFQ).
Para (i) Does not apply to this RFQ.
Add the following:
Para (m) Quotes shall describe how your system contains the salient characteristics and is an equal to the Medivator Minntech Disinfecting System.
Para (n) ELECTRONIC QUOTES. Vendors may submit electronic quotes in response to this RFQ. The quote must arrive by the time specified in the RFQ to the following email address: [email protected].
Vendors may call Christine Bauer-Newland 06371-86-7597 to verify receipt of the quote. If the vendor chooses to email the quote, the Government will not be responsible for any failure of transmission or receipt of the quote, or any failure of the vendor to verify receipt of the emailed quote.
Para (o) QUESTIONS. Prospective vendors are strongly encouraged to submit any questions regarding this RFQ two days before closing date of quote submission by e-mail to [email protected]. All questions received will be answered officially through an amendment for distribution to all prospective vendors.

SPECIAL NOTE: All offerors must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) prior to award, and lack of registration shall make an offer ineligible for award. Offerors may obtain information on registration and annual confirmation requirements by calling 1-888-227-2423 or via Internet at http://www.ccr.gov/. All quotes are due 20 Aug 2010 before 5:00 p.m. Central European Time. Offers may be sent via email at [email protected], hand-delivered, or faxed to 011-49-6371-86-8070. The point of contact for this acquisition is Christine Bauer-Newland, phone no. 011-49-6371-86-7597.

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