Added: Aug 06, 2008 4:47 pm
This is a notice that the Department of Veterans Affairs intends to negotiate, under the authority of 41 S.C. 2304, a sole source purchase order with Siemens Medical Solutions, Inc., 51 Valley Stream Parkway, Malvern PA 19355, for the purchase of equipment to upgrade SYNGO Dynamics Server software Version 6I.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 VA261-07-RQ-0310 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 334112, with a size standard of 1000 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 August 13, 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 San Francisco Medical Center has a requirement for the standardization and interoperability between the Siemens Medical Solutions, Inc., equipment, SYNGO Dynamics Server Upgrade to Version 6. Having the same equipment assists operators and maintainers by keeping the same procedures, consumables and maintenance procedures in place.
The following equipment is required:
Item No
OR STOCK NO. Description Qty Unit
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ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT:
10090507 Server, v5 to v6, S/W package 1 EA
10090714 syngo Dynamics Data Mining, v6 1 EA
10090301 syngo Dynamics Portal 1 EA
10090334 Reporting, Additional Department 1 EA
10090236 Upload Final Report to OpenLink 1 EA
10090513 Workplace S/W,v5 to v6, Upgrade 1 EA
8258887L TRAVEL On-site Customer Training 1 EA
KN8258887 Added On Site Training Day 1 to 4 1 EA
RORKECUSTOMSD
D Rorke Data Custom Quote 1 EA
8264376L KinetDx Proj Mgt, Instl & Training 1 EA
MLA07660744 OPENLink value-add SERVICES 1 EA
RIAL TUITION FOR BIOMED TRAINING 1 EA
TOTAL COST: $
SPECIAL REMARKS:
MUST COMPLY WITH STATEMENT OF WORK TO FOLLOW.
VETERANS AFFAIRS MEDICAL CENTER SAN FRANCISCO
STATEMENT OF WORK
SYNGO Dynamics Server Upgrade to Version 6
July 17, 2008
1. Introduction:
A. This Statement of Work (SOW) describes the requirements for the SYNGO
Dynamics Server Upgrade and all of its components.
B. This SOW describes the requirements for Siemens Medical Solutions
Engineers- known as "Engineers" in this document, hereafter. Engineers who are
contracted by Siemens Medical Solutions to perform upgrades and interfaces with
VA systems, and all of its components shall meet all requirements stated in
Section 2 of this SOW.
2. Qualifications of Engineers:
A. The Engineers shall be authorized by Siemens Medical Solutions to
perform the installation and upgrade services. All work shall be performed by
"Fully Qualified" competent Engineers. Siemens Medical Solutions shall provide
written assurance of the competency of their personnel and a list of
credentials. John Comstock may authenticate the training requirements, request
training certificates or credentials from the Siemens Medical Solutions at any
time for any personnel who are upgrading or installing any VAMC equipment.
John Comstock specifically reserves the right to reject any of Siemens Medical
Solutions personnel and refuse them permission to work on the VAMC equipment.
B. Engineers shall be equipped with all necessary tools, equipment, and
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to perform the work safely, effectively,
and timely. Tools, equipment, and PPE shall comply with the requirements of
OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910, Subpart I, and NFPA 70E.
3. Summary of Work:
A. Upgrade SYNGO Dynamics Server software to Version 6 I. A copy of
all software (per machine) to be left on-site.
B. OpenLink Interface to CPRS (Vista) I. A working interface with
VISTA CPRS must be complete with no additional cost. Siemens Medical Solutions
is responsible for any additional programming or integration needed to complete
the interface. Interface should also meet the requirements and formatting of
Dr. Teerlink and VASF. If the clinical staff abandon the usage of this
interface because they deem it to be overly cumbersome, the Siemens software
will be removed from the system, and Siemens will credit the cost of the
interface towards the next Siemens purchase.
C. Add Data Mining and Web Portal applications I. Must include
bi-directional interface with UC campus. II. Remote "Off-Site" viewing for
clinicians shall also be provided.
D. Install new 6.8 TB (useable space) ImageGrid archive I. Migrate
all existing DLT archive to ImageGrid within 6 months
E. On site application training days to ensure users are properly trained.
Delivery, acceptance and FOB point is: VA San Francisco Health Care System, 4150 Clement Street, San Francisco, CA 94121.
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 sue.nott@va.gov by 12:00 noon Pacific Time, Aug 13, 2008.
