SOLICITATION NOTICE
66 -- Animal Caging Name Brand or equal
- Notice Date
- 9/7/2010
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 332999
— All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- Department of Health and Human Services, Food and Drug Administration, Office of Acquisitions and Grants Services, 5630 Fishers Lane, Room 2129, Rockville, Maryland, 20857-0001
- ZIP Code
- 20857-0001
- Solicitation Number
- FDA-1077974
- Point of Contact
- Jacqueline Richardson, Fax: 301-827-7151, Kimbalynn Dieng, Fax: 301-827-7151
- E-Mail Address
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jacqueline.richardson@fda.hhs.gov, Kimbalynn.Dieng@fda.hhs.gov
(jacqueline.richardson@fda.hhs.gov, Kimbalynn.Dieng@fda.hhs.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- Total Small Business
- Description
- This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR 12.6, simplified acquisition procedures and the resultant purchase order will include all applicable provisions and clauses in effect through the Federal Acquisition Circular 05-43. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation and a written solicitation will not be issued. This combined synopsis/solicitation, NAICS code 321999, is to notify contractors that the government intends to issue a Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order in accordance with FAR Part 13.106 for the following specifications, under the simplified acquisition procedures. This action is designated for Small Business Set Aside. Prospective offerors are responsible for downloading the solicitation and any amendments. It is the offeror's responsibility to monitor the FedBizOpps website for the release of any amendments to this solicitation. The Government reserves the right to award a contract without discussions if the Contracting Officer determines that the initial offer(s) is/are providing the Best Value and discussions are not necessary. This solicitation is issued as a Request for Quotes (RFQ) FDA/CBER requires the purchase of specific caging used to house various animal species within the small animal section of CBER. This requisition is for equipment only. The caging may be brand name or equal to Allentown Inc Item #1, MDJ7140MVSPCD3-3X. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) intends to award a Firm Fixed Price purchase order for Three (3 Unused) Micro Barrier Ventilated Mouse Rack Units. The following specifications are required as referenced below as follows: SPECIFICATIONS: Proposal shall be for all New Unused Equipment Only. Technical requirements for Micro Barrier Ventilated Mouse Rack Units shall specifically include the following: The ventilated mouse rack with caging need for this requisition is constructed as a ventilated rack structure to house 140 mouse-caging systems. This rack holds 140 Polysulfone Micro-Barrier cages that are exactly 75 Sq. Inches, 7.75" x 12" X 6.5". Each cage comes with a rear pocket wire bar lid and each cage is equipped with an automated watering system with the valve integral to cage and Reduced Height Micro-Barrier Top. The rack watering system includes a manual flush feature. The rack is equipped with a cage latching mechanism, plate mounted casters with 5" phenolic wheels and same side vertical supply and exhaust plenums, a Hepa Filtered supply blower and Hepa filtered exhaust blower units specifically the Eco-Flo Supply Blower - Model # EFS110-1A4E and the Eco-Flo Exhaust Blower -Model # EFX111-0X00. Also 140 stainless steel vertical flip-up cardholders # VH35MB-F per rack, one for each cage will be included. The ventilated mouse caging system utilizes a channel that guides the cage into position as well as providing a channel to capture dust, dander and cage particulate emanating from the cage, preventing them from entering the macro room environment. The racks cage configuration 7 cage wide x 10 cages high. The plenums are located on the same side. The rack is 71.031" H x 29.25" D and 79.3" H. The supply must maintain constant airflow and preset to a minimum of 30 air changes per hour. Effluent air must be recaptured and HEPA filtered before return to macro environment. Mechanical requirements Low velocity air will be delivered to each cage greatly reducing the build-up of gaseous pollutants that may have hazardous effects on animal health. In addition, the ventilated racks reduce the amount of air-borne particulates into the Macro-Environment. Ventilated rack system for mice. Configuration: Double sided, seven (7) wide by ten (10) high for a total of one hundred forty (140) complete reduced height micro barrier housing units per rack. Each unit shall be equipped with an Edstrom Reverse "S" automatic watering system utilizing the "Easy Connect " Inside the cage A-160 series Shielded Valve (CD-3). All components are to be autoclavable and cage washable. The coupling design system will provide an automatic "POSITIVE" lock mechanism to the air and water grommet connection and will display a visual indication for proper cage docking position. The watering system shall be a combination of "on line" rack flush QD system for automated flushing of the manifold, and a ball valve and drain line so that the manifold can be flushed manually. Air and Rack Systems Specifications HEPA filtered air will be delivered (50-70 Air Changes per Hour) to each individual housing unit by the rack or wall mounted integrated HEPA filtering supply blower delivering "clean" air to the stainless steel delivery manifold system under positive pressure terminating in individual cage air injector tubes. The "clean" air will then be delivered to each cage by means of a stainless steel cage mounted air diffuser. Exhaust air from each cage will be captured by a unique "U" shaped negative pressure stainless steel channel manifold encapsulating three sides of the micro- barrier filter cover flange area, collected into a return air stainless steel manifold system and finally forced through a HEPA filtered rack mounted integrated Exhaust Hepa filtered blower system and exhausted into the room atmosphere. All four (4) inch supply and return plenums utilize sealed access doors and drains for simplified cleaning and drainage after sanitization. Both vertical supply and exhaust plenums will be mounted on the rear of the rack. Rack assembly will consist of one hundred forty (140) 18 gauge individual stainless steel split platform supports mechanically locked to 3/4" x 1/2" rectangular 16 gauge internal tubular uprights. The split platform design decreases rack overall weight and enhances visibility within the cage. Each internal upright are heliarc welded to the external rack frame that will be constructed of a 14 gauge 1" x 1" tubular base, uprights and upper frame structure to insure strength. The entire assembly shall be plate mounted on stainless steel casters (two with brakes), and 5" diameter phenolic wheels. The micro-barrier assembly will consist of a high temperature Polysulfone (300 Deg. F.) mouse cages, providing seventy-five (75) square inches of floor space with air bullet and A-160 valve assembly, a sheet metal design rear pocket wire bar lid, a high temperature reduced height micro barrier three piece filter top, and a vertical 3" x 5" stainless steel "flip up" data card holder. Each filter top shall consist of a lid design incorporating a filter media support system, a die cut polyester filter sheet 18 mils thick, and a high temperature perforated filter-retaining device designed to "snap" into the top of the micro barrier lid and hold the filter media sheet in place. The micro barrier will not require screw-on plastic nut arrangement or other type of fasteners for holding the filter in place. AUTOMATIC WATERING SPECIFICATIONS Edstrom Drinking Valve the A-160 series Shielded valve (located inside of the cage) permits the valve assembly and air inlet diffuser to travel with the cage for sterilization. The drinking valve will be compatible with hyper-chlorinated or acidified water and autoclavable to 300 degrees F. • 316 stainless steel • Silicone elastomer wetted parts • Operation at 3-5 grams of actuating force with a flow rate of 30ml/min. Coupling Design Socket • 316 stainless steel with silicone seal • Base fitting mechanically joined to manifold piping "Easy Connect Lock" - Release Mechanism • Materials: 316 series stainless steel • Automatic spring loaded release lock to detach cage and drinking valve for cage removal • "Hands Free" Positive engagement with front cage lock release Wetted Component Materials • 316L stainless steel piping, fittings and drinking valves • 0.5 inch diameter with 0.036 inch wall piping • O-ring slip type fittings • Silicone "O" ring material • 316 stainless steel female plug • Drain/vent valves: 316L stainless steel with silicone O-ring seat Construction: • Mechanical and welded fittings • Passivation and electropolishing after welding Drinking Valve Mechanical Operation The Edstrom A-160 shielded valve with the "Coupling Design" Air/ Water Cup Assembly shall be integrated into the micro barrier cage system and travel with the cage assembly once removed from the rack. The "Coupling Design" automated water valve assembly shall be operated by an automatic, spring loaded lock mechanism located to the lower right of each individual micro barrier cage system. Proper docking to the air and water grommets shall be achieved by placing the micro barrier Housing System within the channel or cage guide. This operation will automatically open the lock/indicator mechanism (continually allowing both hands to secure the cage assembly) permitting the barrier housing assembly to slide towards the air/water connection systems. Proper docking shall be achieved by gently sliding the barrier assembly to the rear of the cage guide channel. Activation (air and/or watering) shall take place immediately when the cage assembly stops its front to rear travel. Once in position, positive locking shall be achieved automatically when the swing lock mechanism engages in the front of the cage holding it secure to the air/water manifolds. Disengagement of the barrier system from the ventilated rack system unit will be achieved by placing both hands on the cage body (with the back of the hand opening the lock mechanism, clearing the cage body) and gently pulling the assembly forward. Visual cage docking indicator-A visual positive lock indicator will determine proper activation of the air/water assembly. The positive lock indicator shall be comprised of a RED cage indicator tab located on the swing-lock mechanism. The indicator will protrude (to the right) approximately 1/2" from a stainless steel housing mechanism when the cage are not within the specified locking position of the air and water connection device. In order to achieve and assure proper connection of the micro barrier Housing System to the air/water connection device, the RED indicator tab must be completely encased within the stainless steel housing. Absence of any RED markings from the barrel of the indicator tab shall indicate that the proper connection has been achieved. Location of the indicator shall be directly above the lock arm on the right front side of each micro-ventilated rack system. Note: These components shall include water manifolds, male and female cage connections systems, water valve, and cage lock assembly. Supply and Exhaust Blower modules will be a HEPA filtered air supply unit designed specifically for this ventilated rack system. Performance and Reliability • Temperature and humidity monitoring of supply and exhaust • Automatic filter load compensation • Cage or rack pressure polarity control/monitoring • Certified HEPA filtration • Quiet technology with EC-technology motors • UL and CSA compliant • CE and C-tick certified • Warranty & service Level of Control and Ease of Use • Software-driven technology • Controlled from icon-based, real-time touch screen • BMS integration • Wi-Com TM Vantage compatible • Connect via Wi-Fi TM or Bluetooth TM • Ergonomic pre-filter accessible • Ergonomic pocket handles • Miniaturized wall mounting bracket system Configuration Variety and Ergonomics • Rack Mounted Voltage 100-130Vac or 200-240Vac, 1-ø Power 7-18 Watts Current 0.28A @ 115Vac Heat Load 5-12 Watts Noise (1m) 30 dBA clean filter Weight 19 lbs (9 kg) Bluetooth TM or Wi-Fi TM Technical Evaluation Criteria This evaluation shall be based upon the offer meeting the exact technical requirement for this solicitation as described below in descending order of importance: Brand Name or Equal to three (3) Allentown model # MDJU7140MVSPCD3-3X - 140 Cage Micro-VENT Racks Includes the following: Ventilated rack structure to house 140 JAG 75 mouse caging systems. Split Platforms for increased visibility and decreased weight. 140 Polysulfone Micro-Barrier cage systems (75 Sq. Inches) with hinged filter retainers on Micro-Barrier lid. Rear pocket wire bar lids Edstrom CD-3 automated watering system (valve integral to cage) Watering system manifold includes combination online flush and manual flush features. Edstrom "Easy Lock" cage latching mechanism Plate mounted casters with 5" phenolic wheels Same side vertical supply and exhaust plenums Eco-Flo Supply Blower - Model # EFS110-1A4E Eco-Flo Exhaust Blower - Model # EFX111-0X00 Stainless steel vertical flip-up cardholder (VH35MB-F) Low velocity air is delivered to each cage greatly reducing the build-up of gaseous pollutants that may have hazardous effects on animal health. In addition, the ventilated racks reduce the amount of air-borne particulates into the Macro-Environment. Micro-Vent Environmental Housing System for mice. Configuration: doublefaced, seven (7) wide by ten (10) high for a total of one hundred and forty (140) complete Reduced Height Micro-Barrier housing units per rack. Unit shall be equipped with an Edstrom Reverse "S" automatic watering system utilizing the "Easy Connect " Inside the Cage A-160 series Shielded Valve (CD-3). All components are to be autoclavable and cage washable. The Coupling Design system provides an automatic "POSITIVE" lock mechanism to the air and water grommet connection and displays a visual indication for proper cage docking position. The watering system shall feature a combination "on line" rack flush QD system for automated flushing of the manifold, and a ball valve and drain line so that the manifold can be flushed manually. AIR and RACK SYSTEMS SPECIFICATIONS HEPA filtered air is delivered (50-70 Air Changes per Hour) to each individual housing unit by the rack or wall mounted integrated HEPA filtering Bio-PAK delivering "clean" air to the stainless steel delivery manifold system under positive pressure terminating in individual cage air injector tubes. The "clean" air is then delivered to each cage by means of a stainless steel cage mounted air diffuser. Exhaust air from each cage is captured by a unique Patented "U" shaped negative pressure stainless steel channel manifold encapsulating three sides of the Micro-Barrier filter cover flange area, collected into a return air stainless steel man ifold system and finally forced through a HEPA filtered rack mounted integrated Exhaust Pak blower system and exhausted into the room atmosphere. All four (4) inch supply and return plenums utilize sealed access doors and drains for simplified cleaning and drainage after sanitization. Both vertical supply and exhaust plenums will be mounted on the same end of the rack. Rack assembly consists of seventy (70) 18 gauge individual stainless steel split platform supports mechanically locked to ¾" x ½" rectangular 16 gauge internal tubular uprights. The split platform design decreases rack overall weight and enhances visibility within the cage. Each internal upright is heliarc welded to the external rack frame that will be constructed of a 14 gauge 1" x 1" tubular base, uprights and upper frame structure to insure strength. The entire assembly shall be plate mounted on stainless steel Jarvis and Jarvis casters (two with brakes), and 5" diameter phenolic wheels. The Micro-BARRIER assembly consists of a high temperature Polysulfone (300 Deg. F.) JAG 75 mouse cage providing seventy-five (75) square inches of floor space with air bullet and A-160 valve assembly (PC75JMVCD), a sheet metal design rear pocket wire bar lid (WBL7115RP), a high temperature reduced Height Micro-Barrier three (3) piece filter top, and a vertical 3" x 5" stainless steel "flip up" data card holder (VH35MB-F) Each top shall consist of a lid design incorporating an "X" bar filter media support system, a die cut Reemay polyester filter sheet 18 mils thick, and a high temperature perforated filter retaining device designed to "snap" into the top of the Micro-Barrier lid and hold the filter media sheet in place. The Micro-BARRIER will not require screw-on plastic nut arrangement or other type of fasteners for holding the filter in place. Eco-Flo (Supply and Exhaust blower system) Ecoflo design Certified HEPA Supply and Exhaust blower system. Features: 1. Recycled aluminum cabinet with a textured white vinyl coated surface mounted on four 5" swivel casters two with brakes. 2. Real time Touch screen Icon based display panel Cage and Rack pressure polarity control/,monitoring Air Speed in ACH (air Changes per hour) or CFM (cubic feet per minute) RPM, temperature (C or F), humidity, filter load and blower conditions. 3. BMS (Building Management Systems) integration for monitoring or alarming via connecting with hard wire or Wi-Fi or Bluetooth wireless alarm. Wi-Com Vantage (compatible) 4. Dual relays (power blower, NO (normally open) or NC (normally closed) 5. Supply and Exhaust blowers shall be complete with a front load pre-filters (Aluminum framed Scott foam media, 45 PPI, washable and flame retardant) 6. Air delivery system shall consist of a forward impeller fan, HEPA filters (99.99% efficient @.3 microns Emory 3004 tested) and a detachable 10' power cord. The ECO Tower Blower module shall also feature a universal power supply with a 100-130VAC - EC motor blower that assures consistent performance under various electrical conditions (.50/60 Hz.). A microprocessor control board automatically adjusts the blower speed, utilizing "feed-back" control technology to maintain constant air flow as the HEPA filter begins to load. Air handling units are programmable with supervisor lockout capability. 7. Eco Flo family of blowers require a reduced power consumption footprint due to EC motor technology Allentown blowers use a EC motor. Blower produced 15-35 watts with a heat load of 9-25 watts 8. Noise level will not exceed 35 db with clean filter 9. Unit supplied with a 4" exhaust collar for building connection applications. 10. UL and CSA compliant, CE and C-tick certified 11. One year warranty parts and labor AUTOMATIC WATERING SPECIFICATIONS Drinking Valve The A-160 series Shielded valve (located in the cage) permits the valve assembly and air inlet diffuser to travel with the cage for sterilization. The drinking valve will be compatible with hyper-chlorinated or acidified water and autoclavable to 300 degrees F. • 316 stainless steel • Silicone elastomer wetted parts • Operation at 3-5 grams of actuating force with a flow rate of 30ml/min. Coupling Design Socket • 316 stainless steel with silicone seal • Base fitting mechanically joined to manifold piping "Easy Connect Lock" -Release Mechanism • Materials: 316 series stainless steel • Automatic spring loaded release lock to detach cage and drinking valve for cage removal • "Hands Free" Positive engagement with front cage lock release Wetted Component Materials • 316L stainless steel piping, fittings and drinking valves • 0.5 inch diameter with 0.036 inch wall piping • O-ring slip type fittings • Silicone "O" ring material • 316 stainless steel female plug • Drain/vent valves: 316L stainless steel with silicone O-ring seat Construction: • Mechanical and welded fittings • Passivation and electropolishing after welding Mechanical Operation The Edstrom A-160 shielded valve with the "Coupling Design" Air/ Water Cup Assembly shall be integrated into the Micro-BARRIER Cage System and travel with the cage assembly once removed from the rack. The "Coupling Design" automated water valve assembly shall be operated by an automatic, spring-loaded lock mechanism located to the lower right of each individual Micro-BARRIER Cage System. Proper docking to the air and water grommets shall be achieved by placing the Micro-BARRIER Housing System within the channel or cage guide. This operation will automatically open the lock/indicator mechanism (continually allowing both hands to secure the cage assembly) permitting the BARRIER Housing assembly to slide towards the air/water connection systems. Proper docking shall be achieved by gently sliding the BARRIER assembly to the rear of the cage guide channel. Activation (air and/or watering) shall take place immediately when the cage assembly stops its front to rear travel. Once in position, positive locking shall be achieved automatically when the swing lock mechanism engages in the front of the cage holding it secure to the air/water manifolds. Disengagement of the Barrier System from the Micro-VENT Unit is achieved by placing both hands on the cage body (with the back of the hand opening the lock mechanism, clearing the cage body) and gently pulling the assembly forward. Visual Indicator A visual positive lock indicator will determine proper activation of the air/water assembly. This positive lock indicator shall be comprised of a RED cage indicator tab located on the swing lock mechanism. The indicator will protrude (to the right) approximately 1/2" from a stainless steel housing mechanism when the cage is not within the specified locking position of the air/water connection device. In order to achieve and assure proper connection of the Micro-BARRIER Housing System to the air/water connection device, the RED indicator tab must be completely encased within the stainless steel housing. Absence of any RED markings from the barrel of the indicator tab shall indicate that the proper connection has been achieved. Location of the indicator shall be directly above the lock arm on the right front side of each Micro-BARRIER Housing System. Proposals considered to be technically acceptable shall be evaluated to determine if they meet the technical requirements as described in the Technical Evaluation Criteria. FDA shall base its award decision using a best value analysis that results in the most advantageous acquisition for the government. FDA's acquisition strategy used to obtain best value may result in an award to other than the lowest priced. This tradeoff process (see FAR 15.101-1) depends on the government's assessment of quality factors, including but not limited to offerers meeting the technical requirements as described for this procurement. CCR: Vendors must be registered in the Central Contractor Register (CCR) prior to the award of a contract. You may register by going to www.ccr.gov. You will need your Dun & Bradstreet number and banking information. QUESTIONS DEADLINE: All questions are to be submitted via email to jacqueline.richardson@fda.hhs.gov no later than September 8, 2010 by 11:00 am EST. QUOTATIONS DUE: All quotations are due, via email to: jacqueline.richardson@fda.hhs.gov, no later than 11:00 am, EST on September 9, 2010. PROVISIONS and CLAUSES: The provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors Commercial Items applies to this solicitation. The following agenda has been attached to this provision: None. Offerors shall include a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications Commercial Items. The clause at FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions, Commercial Items applies to this acquisition. The following agenda has been attached to the clause: None. The clause at FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders, Commercial Items applies to this acquisition. The following FAR clauses cited are applicable: FAR 52.217-8, FAR 52.222-26, FAR 52.222-35, FAR 52.222-36, FAR 52.232-33, FAR 11.104 Brand Name or equal purchase descriptions and FAR 11.105. Clauses and provisions are incorporated by reference and apply to this acquisition. Responses to this notice must be sent via email to jacqueline.richardson@fda.hhs.gov. No phone calls will be accepted.
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