6515--LOMA/605_ ESOPHAGOSCOPE INSTRMT SET_605A60341

Amendment / Modification

Amendment 0001 to RFQ 36C26226Q0472 provides answers to questions from interested parties and includes updated specifications.

• Questions and Answers (S05): Addresses a vendor question regarding the specified part number for Item 10 (S358PRA – Storz Illumination Instrument). The response clarifies that Item S358PRA is a Pilling/Teleflex instrument and that Karl Storz and Bausch Lomb do not carry this product.

This amendment clarifies a product specification, which may impact vendor quoting and product selection. No changes to proposal deadlines or submission rules are indicated.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items, prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12 and 13. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) seeks a contractor to provide an Esophagoscope Instrument Set / Esophageal ENT Instrument Set. This requirement is a total SDVOSB set-aside.

• Product: Esophagoscope Instrument Set / Esophageal ENT Instrument Set.

• Brand Name: Teleflex LLC

• Part Numbers: Specific items and part numbers are listed, including HOLINGER STYLE ESO 9X45, LIGHT CARRIER OVAL LARGE 45CM, PHILSBURY JESB ESOPH 6.5 X 10 X 35, and others.

• Quantity: Quantities are specified per item (mostly 1 EA).

• Compliance: Products must comply with the Buy American Act and Trade Agreement Act. No used, refurbished, or counterfeit items are allowed. Vendor must be an OEM, authorized dealer, distributor, or reseller, verified by an authorization letter.

• Delivery Location: VA Loma Linda Healthcare System, Loma Linda, CA 92357-1000.

• Delivery Timeframe: Within 90 days after receipt of order (ARO).

• Option: The Government may increase the quantity of supplies within 90 days of award.

• Response Date/Time: March 23, 2026, 8:00 AM Pacific Time, Los Angeles, USA.

• Submission Method: Electronically via email to Rochelle.Malveaux@va.gov. Reference solicitation number 36C26226Q0472 in the subject line.

• Questions Deadline: March 18, 2026, 10:00 am PST via email.

• Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous to the Government, based on the lowest priced quotation that meets all requirements (responsive and responsible). Offers must clearly demonstrate they are providing the exact brand name items specified.

• Set-Aside: Total SDVOSB (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business) set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 334510 with a size standard of 1250 employees.

• Certifications: Offerors must complete and return Attachment C (SDVOSB/VOSB Certification) and the VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting (VAAR 852.219-76).

• Attachments: Attachment C (SDVOSB - VOSB Certification - ESOPHAGEAL ENT SET) is referenced.

• FSS: If an FSS contract holder, list contract number and expiration date.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "VA NOTICE OF LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING—CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR SUPPLIES AND PRODUCTS (SEP 2021) (DEVIATION)". It requires offerors to certify their compliance with subcontracting limitations as stipulated in the solicitation and resultant contract, particularly concerning Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) and Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) requirements.

• Subcontracting Limitations: Certifies compliance with the 50% subcontracting limit for firms that are not VIP-listed SDVOSBs or VOSBs, or for nonmanufacturers supplying products from domestic small businesses.
• Manufacturer/Nonmanufacturer Representation: Requires the offeror to certify whether they are the manufacturer/producer or a nonmanufacturer of the end item.
• Nonmanufacturer Criteria: If a nonmanufacturer, the offeror must certify they do not exceed 500 employees (with exceptions), are primarily engaged in wholesale/retail trade, take ownership of items, and will supply items from a U.S. small business manufacturer/processor (unless a waiver is granted).
• Multiple Item Acquisitions: For multiple item acquisitions, the offeror must certify that at least 50% of the estimated contract value consists of items manufactured by small businesses.
• Acknowledgement of Jurisdiction: The offeror acknowledges that this certification is subject to Title 18, United States Code, Section 1001, and that false certifications can lead to penalties.
• Consequences of Non-Compliance: Details potential actions if VA determines an SDVOSB/VOSB did not act in good faith, including referral to suspension/debarment, fines, and prosecution.
• Cooperation and Demonstration: Offerors agree to cooperate and provide documentation to demonstrate compliance. Failure to do so may result in remedial action.
• Certification Requirement: The formal certification must be completed, signed, and returned with the offer. Offers without this certification will be deemed ineligible for award.

This form is mandatory for offerors seeking to be awarded a contract under specific VA solicitations, particularly those with SDVOSB/VOSB set-asides or subcontracting requirements. Failure to complete and submit this certification accurately will result in the offer being deemed ineligible for evaluation and award. It outlines critical compliance obligations regarding subcontracting and the origin of supplies.