RFI - Physics

RFI - Physics : RFI Physics Equipment Closing Date: 15 June 2004 , 05:00 Baghdad Time PLEASE BE AWARE THAT OFFERS MUST ARRIVE AT THIS EMAIL ADDRESS NOT LATER THAN 15 June 2004 , 05:00 . This is a REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI). This notice is an attempt to determine the availability and capability of a supplier to deliver _Nursing Training Supplies and Equipment_ in 30 days or less to various locations within the country of IRAQ. This is NOT, however, a formal solicitation or a request for proposals (See Note 1 below). This RFI is for information and planning purposes only and is not to be construed as a commitment by the US Government or the Coalition Provisional Authority (CPA). US Government and the Coalition Provisional Authority (CPA) in Baghdad, Iraq are seeking to identify sources capable of providing the following: CLIN Description # Req. Manuf. Price 0001 Manikins 25-100 0001AA Laerdal # 301-00001 Patient Kelly or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Head with nostril and mouth openings facilitates NG tube insertion for gastric lavage and gavage Trach opening for tube placement and care Bilateral forearm IV pads Deltoid, dorsogluteal, ventrogluteal, and vastus lateralis intramuscular injections possible Interchangeable female and make genitalia with reservoirs facilitates urinary catheterization and enema procedures using fluid for realistic return Subclavian IV, various ostomy and chest tube openings for site care and maintenance Includes Full-body, Adult Male Manikin, Manikin Lubricant, Hospital Gown and Assembly Tool Kit 0001AB Laerdal # 302-00001 Convalescent Kelly or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Realistic articulation facilitates practice of passive range of motion exercises, patient transfer techniques and orthopedic care Dressing and bandaging techniques, foot care and application of antiembolism stockings may be performed Anatomically correct landmarks and realistic compressions / ventilations for practicing correct CPR techniques and Abdominal Thrust Maneuver Correct head tilt / chin lift techniques must be performed for ventilation Removable, reusable mouthpieces and economical disposable airways reduce clean-up time Carotid pulses may be generated manually Head with anatomical landmarks allows the practice of basic care procedures such as application / instillation of mediation and irrigation of ear and eye, external denture care and various oxygen delivery procedures Deltoid, dorsogluteal, ventrogluteal and vastus lateralis intramuscular injections possible Interchangeable genitalia, with urinary and colon reservoirs, facilitate urologic and rectal access gastrointestinal care procedures Includes upper and lower dentures, reusable mouthpieces (3), disposable airways (100), hospital gown and assembly tool kit. 0001AC Laerdal # 050010 Baby Anne Four Pack or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Lightweight, portable four pack weighs under 6 kg Affordable price for increased hands-on classroom practice Realistic chest compression and rise Inexpensive and easy to maintain airway system (one airway per student) Unique foreign body airway obstruction feature Head tilt/chin lift is required to open the airway 0001AD Laerdal # 020024 Little Anne Four Pack or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Realistic, lightweight, adult CPR trainer that offers all the essential features Airway can be opened using head tilt/chin lift and/or jaw thrust techniques Economical, disposable airways Removable, reusable faces A "clicker" confirms correct compression depth Compression spring for consistent resistance Four Pack includes: 4 Manikins, Soft Pack, 8 Resusci Manikin Faces, 8 Little Anne Airways, 24 Resusci Manikin Wipes, and Directions for Use. 0001AE Laerdal # 180022 Little Junior Four Pack or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Airway can be opened using Head Tilt/Chin Lift or Jaw Thrust technique Compression "clicker" provides audible confirmation of adequate compression depth Economical, disposable airways for quick and easy cleanup Removable, reusable faces Four Pack includes: 4 Manikins, Soft Pack, 8 Junior Faces, 8 Junior Airways, 24 Manikin Wipes, and Directions for Use. 0001AF Laerdal # 261-00101 Deluxe Difficult Airway Head or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Anatomically accurate landmarks Needle/surgical cricothyrotomy Oral/nasal/retrograde/lightwand intubation Includes six neck skin collars, one roll of cricothyroid membrane tape, and silicone spray. May be articulated to MPL Adult manikin(s) 0001AG Laerdal # 261-02001 Mr. Hurt Head or equal 25-100 Salient Features: simulator comes mounted to a base but can be easily transferred to adult manikins for use in full-body trauma scenarios. Palpable fractures include: Open depressed skull fracture Le Fort I & III Nasal fracture Bilateral mandibular fractures Fracture of C-6 vertebra Unequal pupils Hemotympanum Deviated Trach Anatomically accurate human skull reproduction renders simulator radiopaque for added realism. 0001AH Laerdal 050100 Baby Anne Airways (Pkg of 24) or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Disposable airways are one airway per student per class for student safety. 0001AI Laerdal Multi-Venous IV Training Arm Kits or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Lifelike arm reproductions with multi-vein system designed for peripheral intravenous therapy. 270-00001 Male Kit, 375-50001 female kit, 375-70001 child kit - Venipuncture possible in the antecubital fossa or dorsum of the hand - Rotation at deltoid for easier access (except paediatric) - Accessible veins include median, basilic and cephalic - Palpable veins enable site selection and preparation - Infusible veins allow peripheral therapy with IV bolus or push injection method - Replaceable skin and vein system ensure longevity of model 0001AJ Laerdal # CBS-1000 Advanced Childbirth Simulator or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Female torso with major landmarks and hand-painted outline of the body pelvis designed to simulate normal, abnormal, and multiple deliveries, as well as various obstetric procedures. Fetal palpation of backbone, knees and elbows Complete frank and footling breech birth Normal vaginal delivery C-section delivery Ritgen’s maneuver Episiotomy Vertex presentation Intrauterine manipulation Vertex/vertex, vertex/breech, breech/vertex or breech/breech presentation in multiple birth Prolapse of umbilical cord Placenta previa: total, partial, or marginal Normal delivery of umbilical cord and placenta Palpation of fetal fontanelles Simulated suction of nose and mouth 0001AK Laerdal # BPK-1000 Blood Pressure Training Arm or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Palpable antecubital pulse Blood Pressure Trainer with LCD guided operation Systolic, diastolic, heart rate and auscultatory gap are programmable Representation of both systolic and diastolic pressures Indication of gauge reading as pressure is increased or decreased Volume adjustable May articulate to adult MPL manikins, excluding Tuff Kelly Includes blood pressure trainer, cuff, 9-volt battery and carry case. 0001AL Laerdal # AED Little Anne Training System or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Works in combination with our new Laerdal AED Trainer 2. This system provides the student with a complete CPR-D learning experience. Portable There are no visible connectors on the chest, therefore the student must utilise anatomical landmarks for proper pad placement Pads must be properly placed on the chest skin for the AED Trainer 2 to proceed with its scenarios Feedback is provided via realistic voice prompts from the AED Trainer 2 and LEDs on the manikin. LEDs in the chest skin illuminate to allow comparison of ideal pad placement Includes zippered jacket for more realistic scenario training 0001AM Laerdal # M5085A-ABA Heartstart Trainer or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Simulates how the HeartStart OnSite and HeartStart Home Defibrillators will operate during a real life sudden cardiac arrest event. Clear, confident voice instructions that provide easy-to-follow directions, and preconfigured scenarios, make training students easier and more rewarding. And for safety, the HeartStart Trainer is sufficiently different to avoid inadvertent use in an emergency. Voice instructions match those of the HeartStart OnSite and HeartStart Home Defibrillators Accepts adult and infant/child training pads Works with internal or external manikin adapters and the Laerdal Little Anne Manikin Includes audible CPR coaching option Includes eight preconfigured scenarios 0001AN Laerdal # EMD-1040 ARM- SUTURE PRACTICE-TA or equal 25-100 Laerdal # 276-00001 Advanced Trauma Modules or equal 25-100 Set interchanges with blank modules on adult extrication manikins for realism in trauma life support and life saving first aid scenarios. - Trauma Intubation Head with manually generated carotid pulse features an avulsed ear, lacerations of the eye, lip, neck and scalp, unequal pupils, nasal bleeding, impaled object in cheek, broken teeth and face contusions - Seat belt contusion with compound clavicle fracture (lay-on) - Compound radius fracture (left) - 1st, 2nd and 3rd degree burn arm (right) - Hand with open fracture of index finger, exposed tendons and multiple lacerations (sleeve) - Abdominal module with exposed viscera - Impaled object in thigh - Compound femur fracture - Closed fracture tibia and fibula (right) - Contused ankle and foot (left) - Crushed foot with exposed bone and soft tissue and amputation of the small toe (right) - Projectile entry/exit wounds (small and large calibre) 0002 Educational Material: 0002AA Laerdal World's Best Anatomical Charts Collection or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Laerdal AC-DIS-35 Diseases and Disorders Chart book 36 charts Laerdal AC-SYS-35 Systems and Structures Chart book 12 system charts and 22 structure charts Charts updated with current terminology and enhanced illustrations New charts covering recent advances in medical science and technology Soft-cover book Desk-size format 11' x 14'' 0003 Anatomical Models: 0003AA Laerdal # SMB-2000 2-Part Brain Reproduction or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Dissected into two parts Precise anatomical landmarks Hand-lettered identifying function Hand-painted 0003AB Laerdal Free-Standing Urinary Apparatus DG-145 or equal 25-100 Salient Features: The only urinary system which can be viewed from front, back and sides Focuses on just the urinary apparatus and major blood vessels – perfect for briefing urology patients Bladder with prostate opens to show its interior Slightly larger than life-size 12” x 19” x 8” (30 x 48 x 20 cm) 0003AC Laerdal # HE-1010 Two Section Heart or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Exact life-size anatomical reproduction cast from cadaver heart Superior anatomy Simultaneous viewing of all four chambers Thirty-one coded structures Interior landmarks are painted in detail Stand included Simultaneous Viewing of all Four Chambers with Detailed Interior Landmarks 0003AD Laerdal # WOB-2000 Breast Exam Model or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Realistic life-size model of the breast Designed for teaching breast self-examination Contains five simulated tumors Durable and easily cleaned Keycode and case included 0004 Medical Equipment: 0004AA Laerdal V-VAC Manual Suction Unit or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Hand-Powered with Disposable Collection Container Unit works the instant you squeeze it One-hand operation Adjustment for high- and low-pressure suctioning Efficient: Maximum suction exceeds 380 mm Hg. Peak air flow over 70 litres per minute Features a unique no-clog suction tip (intake valve) Versatile catheter connection Disposable one-piece cartridge provides a new, clean pump, valve and suction tube Reusable handle is immersable for cleaning Fits into most emergency kits. A separate carrying bag is also available. Soft tip of the intake valve has deep cut-outs to prevent tube occlusion, and also soft tissue injury, when the tip is held against the back of the throat. The tri-cut valve resists back flow of suctioned matter. 0004AB Laerdal # 780020 Suction Unit or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Industry first device diagnostics, a "no-tools" replaceable battery, built-in charger and an integrated vacuum regulator/power on knob Rugged "bump-proof/splash-proof" design that is very quiet. Device diagnostics check all critical system functions Single large knob operates the unit Variable vacuum with 5 commonly used Oropharyngeal/Tracheal settings High performance Capable of > 30 lpm at 500+ mmHg setting Full "Rib Cage" design protects canister while suction unit meets stringent splash-proof (IP34D) and bump-proof requirements Extremely quiet when operated at low vacuum levels. This allows the unit to be particularly effective in a hospital environment or any other setting that demands quietness. At 500+ mmHg the db(A) level is 57 or less. Comes with a built-in AC/DC power transformer. The unit can be operated or charged directly from AC/DC mains or an optional wall bracket. The only suction unit that offers one-touch testing to quickly check all functions: occlusion, vacuum build-up efficacy, maximum achievable vacuum level and air leakage. Full range of tracheal and/or oropharyngeal vacuum levels set by a single knob that doubles as a power switch. High night/day visibility LEDs indicate all critical system functions 0004AC Laerdal Bag Disposable Resuscitators or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Each Resuscitator includes a mask ( #840044 - Large Adult Mask, # 840034 - Pediatric Mask, #840029 - Infant Mask) Disposable Bag Valve Mask with Handle Adjustable Hook and Loop Handle Oxygen Tubing with Universal Connector--No need to have adapter, tubing fits directly on flowmeter Monitor Port on Patient Side of the Duckbill, Allows external monitoring of true airway pressure Collapsible Storage Design on Larger Models Star Lumen Oxygen Tubing, Crush resistant oxygen tubing Disposable Single use, helps reduce risk of cross contamination AESV: Air Entrainment Safety Valve on rear housing of body that allows air entrainment for bag refill if gas supply is occluded or lost OPSV: Over Pressure Safety Valve on rear housing of body that allows for excess gas to be vented to the atmosphere reducing inadvertent end expiratory pressures delivered to the patient Pop-Off Elbow On Infant and Pediatric models. Limits delivered airway pressures Manually override by holding plunger down during breath delivery Temperature Range • Performs well in both high and low temperature conditions Operating temperature 0-122°F 0004AD Laerdal # 940050 AED Trainer 2 or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Laerdal AED Trainer 2 (Includes Trainer, Soft Pack, 6 C-Cell Batteries, Standard Training Pads) 0004AE Glucometer 25-100 Salient Features: 10 tests memory, tests strips, lancing device, lancets, normal control, check paddle 0004AF Guardian Wheelchair # GU9180205 or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Chrome-plated steel frame with fixed arms and plastic arm rests, blackmag front and rear wheels. Swingaway composite footrests and vinyl upholstery Seat is 18" wide X 16" deep. 3 year warranty 0004AG Lumex # LX70180SSMB Astrolite Semi-Electric bed or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Bed frame is high-strength 11 gauge steel with electostatic brown powder epoxy finish, and has spring-loaded cast iron crank that raises to 75% angle 3 casters, two locking and two non-locking 0004AH Invacare IVC # BED-8IVC Manual Home Care Beds or equal 25-100 Salient Features: High Impact Bed End Panels are more durable, impact and scratch resistant, and washable for easy cleaning Universal Bed End can be used as either headboard or footboard on any Invacare Bed with the use of the IVC drive shaft with silver decal Extended maintenance schedule - every 3 years or with every new user Bed Height: 15" min. - 23" max. (Measurement from floor to bed deck.) Dimensions: Overall: 36"W x 88"L, Sleep Surface: 36"W x 80"L Product Weight Capacity: 450 lb (total including all accessories) Warranty: All Welds: Lifetime Mechanical/electrical: 3 years Bed with Standard Inner Spring Mattress Reduced Gap Full Length Rails 0004AI Welch Allyn 2.5v # 22800 PocketScope Otoscope with Throat Illuminator 25-100 Uses halogen light for true tissue color and consistent, long-lasting illumination. Its fiber optics provide cool light with no reflection, no obstruction. The wide angle viewing lens allows instrumentation under magnification. It has a sealed system for pneumatic otoscopy and built-in throat illumination/penlight for added versatility. Salient Features: 2.5v PocketScope Otoscope Head with Halogen Lamp 2.5v PocketScope Handle 2.5v Rechargeable Battery Reusable Polypropylene Diagnostic Otoscope Specula, Set of Four Portable unit charges two Welch Allyn PocketScope instrument handles. 0004AJ Welch Allyn Desk Charger for PocketScope for North America - Model 79290 or equal 25-100 Salient Features: Desk Charger for PocketScope Compact and convenient, the Desk Charger can be placed on a desk or wall-mounted. Its handy light signals when batteries are charging. Its rugged ABS material is attractive and durable. Conforms to UL 544; CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 125. Welch Allyn will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts of its own manufacture proven to be defective through causes other than misuse, neglect, damage in shipment, or normal wear. 0004AK Lumex Overbed Table or equal 25-100 Laminated top with three tilt positions and chrome base with manual height adjustment lever, adjustment level, adjusts from 28 1/2-44" 0005 Medical Supplies: 0005AA Diabetic Injectors OMAJ-1300 Autoject 2 Automatic Self Injection Device 25-100 Inserts needle and injects at the touch of button New safety lock and observation window Case and depth adjusters for BD, Terumo and Braun syringes are included 0005AB Kendall # 8884773600 Kangaroo Pump Set with Easy Cap Closure with Ice Pouch 25-100 Closure with Ice Pouch or equal For all Kangaroo pumps. Non IV compatible connectors. Capacity 1000ml Non-Sterile 0005AC Hollister # HO3503 Colostomy Pouches 25-100 Premium Pouch with Microporous Adhesive, Transparent Odor-Barrier Quiet Film and Deodorizing Filter, 9" length 0005AD Hollister # HO3184 Stoma Cap with Microporous Adhesive 25-100 Transparent Odor-Barrier Film and deodorizing filter 0006 Office Equipment: 25-100 0006AA Cabinets for suspended folders 25-100 Standard 5 drawer, suspend file, metal file cabinets. 0006AB Multimedia projector 25-100 LensF2.2 - 2.5 (f = 47-61 mm) Lamp210 W NSH lamp x 1 Video SystemNTSC/PAL//SECAM Scanning FrequencyfH 15 ~ 93kHz, fV 50 ~ 85Hz. Projection Image Size30" to 300" diagonal LCD Panel1.3" 0006AC Overhead projector 25-100 Fixed Post, 2500 lumens, 10" stage 0006AD Trolley for projectors 25-100 Metal, minimum of one shelf 24"x32", height approximately 28" 0006AE TVs with VHS / DVD player 25-100 27 inch screen 0006AF Cassette recorders 25-100 AC/DC Cassette Recorder and Player, Pause & tone controls, multiple head set jacks, built-in mics and speakers 0006AG Laptops 25-100 Intel Pentium 4 Processor, 2.8GHz, 512MB RAM, 60GB Hard Drive, 15-inch XGA TFT Display, 8X DVD / 24X10X24 CD-RW Combo Drive, Windows XP Home Edition 0006AH Digital cameras 25-100 32 MB internal memory, ISO equivalent: 100-200 (auto) and 100, 200, 400, 800 (manual), video capable, multiple modes, high pixel resolution, LCD screen. 0006AI PC with modem and printers 25-100 Processor, 2.8GHz, 512MB RAM, 80GB Hard Drive, 16X DVD and 48X24X48 CD-RW Drives, Windows XP 0006AJ Scanners 25-100 With 1600 x 3200 dpi hardware resolution and 48-bit color 0006AK Whiteboards 25-100 Dry Erasable Markerboard Porcelain on steel Aluminum Frame With 4 Markers 4'H x 8'L 0006AL Copy machine 25-100 Standard 0006AM Bookshelves 25-100 Standard 5 shelf, metal bookcase, 4'x7' 0006AN Desks 25-100 Metal, double pedistal, 30" x 60", minimum 2 lockable drawers on each side and one drawer in middle 0006AO Stackable Class-Meeting Chairs 25-100 Flex Body on Strong Steel Frame Injection-molded polypropylene seats and backs flex slightly to fit every user. Seats are 18"Wx17"Dx17"H. Contouring eliminates pressure points, pebble finish resists scratches. Solidly built to exceed BIFMA safety standards. 11mm 7/16" steel rod frames have front crossbracing for extra strength. Sled-base frames have high impact nylon floor glides. Integrated handle in backrest makes grasping easy. 18"Wx23"Dx31"H overall. 0006AP Folding Table 25-100 Table Top: Solid 3/4" thick core with high-pressure laminate surface it resists cracking, peeling and water marks. Wipes clean with a damp cloth. Moisture resistant backer sheet guards against warpage. Table Legs: Super T-bracing provides extra strength and rigidity to bridge-rigid legs of tough 18-ga. 1" diameter with gravity locks for fold-proof protection. 48" and 60" round tables have wishbone legs. Black finish for lasting good looks. Edging: Bullnose T-molding surrounds top surface providing sanitary, shock-absorbing corners. Apron: I-beam 16-ga. steel construction. Height: Standard 29" height; 0006AQ Stacking Classroom Chair 25-100 Time-tested and chosen by Boards of Education coast to coast. Welded tubular steel frame provides unrelenting strength; wraps around backrest, enhancing rigidity and longevity. Choice of 4-leg or sled base for carpeted surfaces - legged chairs meet ANSI/BIFMA safety standards. High-density, one piece molded plastic shells have three reinforcement slots for extra strength and ventilated comfort. Chairs ship set-up. 0006AR IV pole stand 4-LEG 25-100 Posts and extensions are constructed of chrome plated steel tubing. Extensions are secured with a sturdy friction knob and allow height adjustment of 47" to 84 1/2". Epoxy coated steel base and twin wheel casters provide ease of transport. No loss knob. 0006AS Folding Transfer & Emergency Transport 25-100 Folding stretchers are designed specifically for fast transport and compact storage. They are constructed with 1 1/4-inch 16 gauge steel tube frames and 20 gauge welded steel litter tops. They are built to last. Ease of patient transport. 8-inch all surface casters. Does not come with Litter Pad and Side Rails. Heavy duty welded steel construction. Folds to 21 inches for convenient storage. 8-inch all surface casters. Four safety strap brackets. Four IV Rod Sockets. Full perimeter non-marring bumper. 0006AT Mechanical Infant Scale 25-100 Reliable construction . Rugged steel construction and cast levers ensure years of durability and accuracy. Extra-large, easy-to-read beam markings makes weighing infants faster, and the removable tray makes cleaning easy. 0006AU Detecto 442 "Legal for Trade" Certifier Scale 25-100 Detecto's 442 Certifier special purpose eye-level beam scale is "Legal for Trade." M This scale is designed and manufactured to maintain accuracy necessary to meet the requirements of Handbook No. 44, issued by the National Institute of Standards and Technology. These requirements are the same as must be followed by all scales used for commerce. 442 Specifications Capacity: 350 lb x 4 oz or 160 kg x 100 g Platform Size: 13 3/4" x 18 1/2" / 349mm x 470mm Shipping Weight: 68 lb / 31 kg Color: White with gray mat Features: Dual wheels and non-slip mat 0006AV Lockable Heavy-Duty Cabinets 25-100 assembled supply cabinet-72" 36"wx18"dx72"h Versatile, durable storage cabinets store supplies Reinforced corners and edges won't buckle under tough treatment, big wide-swinging reinforced doors have durable hinges for permanent alignment. Key-locking handles assure privacy. Supply cabinet shelves adjust easily. Fully assembled. The equipment should be packaged for separate shipment to different locations within Iraq, when and if, a formal contract is issued by the CPA Baghdad Contracting Activity. Companies capable of providing the equipment defined above are encouraged to respond BY PROVIDING THEIR COMPANY NAME, POINTS OF CONTACT WITH EMAIL ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER, A LISTING OF TYPES AND QUANTITIES OF THE EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE, AND WHAT THE COMPANY’S LISTED CATALOGUE PRICE WOULD BE FOR THE ITEMS AND QUANTITIES CONTEMPLATED ABOVE. (See Note 2 below) Submit e-mail responses to this RFI to Mr. Tim McLaren, Contracts Administrator at tj.mclaren@cpa-iq.org. Responses to this RFI must be submitted within 10 days or less of this announcement, unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this announcement (See Note 3 below). In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations 52.207-4 Economic Purchase Quantity-Supplies, and as prescribed in FAR part 7.203, the following provision applies; ECONOMIC PURCHASE QUANTITY-SUPPLIES (AUG 1987) (a) Offerors are invited to state an opinion on whether the quantity (ies) of supplies on which bids, proposals or quotes are requested in this solicitation is (are) economically advantageous to the Government ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ (b) Each offeror who believes that acquisitions in different quantities would be more advantageous is invited to recommend an economic purchase quantity. If different quantities are recommended, a total and a unit price must be quoted for applicable items. An economic purchase quantity is that quantity at which a significant price break occurs. If there are significant price breaks at different quantity points, this information is desired as well. Offeror Recommendations Item Description Quantity Price Quotation of Item Total (c) The information requested in this provision is being solicited to avoid acquisitions in disadvantageous quantities and to assist the Government in developing a data base for future acquisitions of these items. However, the Government reserves the right to amend or cancel the solicitation and re-solicit with respect to any individual item in the event quotations received and the Government's requirements indicate that different quantities should be acquired. (End of provision) Note 1: A quotation received in response to an RFI is not an offer and cannot be accepted by the Government to create a binding contract. It is informational in character. An RFI may be used when the Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of the solicitation but wishes to obtain price, delivery, or other market information for planning purposes. Unlike a Request for Solicitation or a Request for Proposal, a Request for Information is just that .the Governments attempt to source industry’s information on a given list of supplies or services it is acknowledged that the information put out on this RFI is incomplete; Hence, the reason for the Government issuing a RFI instead of a Request for Solicitation or Proposal. Please respond to this RFI with your most advantageous product line given the information contained in the RFI; provide as many solutions as you feel the Government may be interested in. In this manner, the Government procurement team may be better able to write a performance/functional specification on the listed items in the RFI for future solicitations and proposals concerning the same. Note 2: Quantities suggested within the RFI, numbers “25–100”, are a representation of contemplated quantities of each item to be purchased should the items on the RFI turn into a formal solicitation. It was envisioned by the author of the RFI, that industry would possess different graduated price points for quantities between 1–25, 26–50, 51–75, 76–100, etc. Depending on the pricing points presented by industry, resources will be allocated to purchase a specific quantity of items should it be determined to be more advantageous for the Government to purchase one lot of items with a specific pricing point over another. Note 3: Finally, with regard to meeting any one person or group of persons during this RFI process. The Government declines any advances by any group of persons representing themselves or a company, who seek to gain information or other information advantages over other groups or representatives to industry. All attempts to do so will be looked upon as unfavorable to that person or persons who seek to do make contact in person with Government representatives from the Baghdad Contracting Office, regardless of country custom or other reasons. The integrity of the procurement process is a central theme within the Baghdad Contracting Authority. The Point of contact for this RFI is Mr. Tim McLaren. Telephone calls are not authorized for this RFI. All Questions shall be submitted in written format. Questions may be addressed to the following email address: tj.mclaren@cpa-iq.org. Personal and private meetings are also not considered necessary to the successful outcome of this RFI and are therefore not authorized.