This is a notice that the Department of Veterans Affairs intends to negotiate, under the authority of 41 U. S.C. 2304, a sole source purchase order with Arjo-Century Distributing, Inc., Conifer CO 80433. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. The solicitation number is VA261-08-RQ-0319 and is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This is an unrestricted solicitation and NAICS Code is 423450 with a size standard of 100 employees. Solicitation documents and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-26. Closing date for this notice is noon, pacific time September 15, 2008. This procurement is being conducted in accordance with FAR 6.302.1, only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. The VA Pacific Islands Health Care System, Honolulu HI 96819 has a requirement for the Maxi Sky Arjo Lifts and Slings. The following equipment is required: DESCRIPTION QUANTITY UNIT LF20011 Maxi Sky 1000 Arjo Lift 1 EA LD10001 Maxi Sky 600 Arjo Lift 29 EA 700.19200. Manual DPS Maxi Sky 29 EA PT Flat MAA4000-L Large Sling 15 EA MAA4000- Medium Sling 10 EA MAA4000-XL Extra Large Sling 10 EA Hardware for Installation of 30 Lifts 1 EA Installation of all lifts 1 JB 200.12800. 2 meters KWIKTRAK 60 EA 3 METERS KWIKTRAK 5 EA 700.12840 45 DEGREE CURVE KWIKTRAK 2 EA 700.12860 90 DEGREE KWIKTRAK 2 EA HEP0001-US SARA PLUS INCLUES BATTERY CHARGER AND 2 BATTERIES DOWN SLLING 1 EA KMBB4MSU2FUS MAXI MOVE WITH SCALE KMBB4MSU2FUS MAXI MOVE WITH SCALE STANDARD CASTORS, MEDIUM MANUAL DPS INCLUDES 2 BATERIES, CHARGER, BDI, DUAL CONTROLS AND 1 (MAA4000) STANDARD SLING. SIZE IS LARGE 2 EA Delivery, acceptance and FOB point is VA Pacific Islands Health Care System, Honolulu Hawaii 96819 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. Only electronic offers will be accepted. Offers are due to [email protected] by 12:00 noon Pacific Time, Sep 15, 2008.

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