conform to the specified performance requirements.
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2.1.1
New Products
All products shall be new and free of defects.
2.1.2
Unspecified Products
If the provided system requires additional products that are not specified,
or indicated on the drawings, in order to satisfy the specified performance
requirements for the system, then these additional component products shall
be provided at no additional cost to the Government.
2.1.3
Product Modifications
Modification of products that nullifies the UL listing or other agency
approval is not permitted.
2.1.4
Identical Products
Products of the same classification shall be identical. This requirement
includes all component equipment, modules, assemblies, parts, and materials.
2.1.5
Nameplates and Equipment Markings
a. Each major equipment component shall have the Manufacturer's name,
model, and serial number on a plate secured to the equipment. Also, all
compliance with regulatory requirements, such as UL and CFR, shall be
indicated on the nameplate or on adjacent labels.
b. All controls on call stations shall be plainly and permanently labeled
with the identification of the function served. Stick on marker tapes is
not acceptable.
c. Markings on any exposed surfaces shall not be destroyed by housekeeping
solutions normally used in medical facilities.
2.1.6
Mounting Alignment Capability
Wall mounted components shall have an adjustable mounting alignment
capability to compensate for improperly aligned backboxes and to insure a
level installation.
2.1.7
Model and Enhancements
a. The system and all product components shall be the Manufacturer's
latest model, design, version, and quality in production at time of
delivery and installation.
b. Any product hardware or software enhancement that becomes available
after delivery and installation, and up to time of system acceptance, shall
be brought to the attention of the Contracting Officer upon announcement by
the Manufacturer and shall be made available to the medical facility. If
such enhancements customarily are provided at no additional cost, the
Government shall automatically be entitled to such enhancements. If such
enhancements customarily are provided at additional cost, the Contracting
Officer has the option to accept or reject such enhancements.
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