6515-- Urology Cameras | 460 Sole Source Notice
ID: 36C24425Q0212Type: Special Notice
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

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Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

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MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract for the procurement of Urology Cameras to Alliant Enterprise, located in Grand Rapids, MI. This contract, identified under solicitation number 36C24425Q0212, is specifically for the Olympus CH-S190-08-LB HD Camera, which is designed to enhance diagnostic capabilities in urology by interfacing with various Olympus endoscopes and providing features such as narrow-band imaging. The procurement emphasizes the VA's commitment to supporting certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, with responses due by December 23, 2024, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. Interested parties are encouraged to submit capability statements and can direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Matthew Wright at matthew.wright6@va.gov or by phone at 717-673-3842.

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    Matthew WrightContract Specialist
    (717) 673-3842
    matthew.wright6@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract for Urology Cameras to Alliant Enterprise, located in Grand Rapids, MI, as outlined in solicitation number 36C24425Q0212. This action is in accordance with VAAR 819.7008, which permits sole source awards to certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. The contracting office is based in Pittsburgh, PA, and the deadline for responses to this notice is December 23, 2024, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. Interested parties can find additional information and the official notice attached in the document. The process indicates a targeted procurement effort emphasizing the VA's commitment to supporting veteran-owned businesses within the medical equipment supply sector.
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Regional Procurement Office East intends to award a sole source contract to Alliant Healthcare Products for the procurement of the Olympus CH-S190-08-LB HD Camera. This camera interfaces with various Olympus endoscopes and offers enhanced diagnostic capabilities, including narrow-band imaging for better visibility of blood vessels. It is lightweight and can be sterilized using ethylene oxide gas or low-temperature hydrogen peroxide plasma. While this announcement does not solicit competitive quotes, it invites interested parties to submit capability statements detailing their ability to provide the required equipment. Submissions must include company information, such as the SAM UEI Number and point of contact. The NAICS code for this procurement is 334510, with a size standard of 1,250 employees. Responses are due by noon (EST) on December 23, 2024, and this notice serves as the sole intent to award a contract to a single source for this specific requirement. The government reserves the right to determine whether to proceed based on the responses received, and any inquiries should be directed via email to the designated VA contact.
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