6515--CORI Robotic Surgical System Brand Name or Equal This is not a request for quotes
ID: 36C24425Q0208Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/708c226480f7471db3a90b32ef3ec4d9/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking information from qualified vendors regarding the procurement of two Smith and Nephew CORI Robotic Surgical Systems for the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center. This request for information (RFI) aims to gather market insights and assess potential sources for advanced robotic-assisted surgical technology that enhances procedures such as total and partial knee surgeries and hip surgeries. The desired systems must feature a compact design, an image-free workflow, and advanced tracking capabilities to improve surgical outcomes and operational efficiency. Interested parties are encouraged to submit capability statements by January 17, 2025, detailing their business size, status, and compliance with the specified requirements, with responses directed to Contracting Officer Andrew Taylor at andrew.taylor3@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Andrew TaylorContracting Officer
    (724) 679-2327
    andrew.taylor3@va.gov
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    36C24425Q0208.docx
    The document outlines a Sources Sought Notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) related to the procurement of two Smith and Nephew CORI Robotic Surgical Systems. This request serves as a market research notice for information and planning purposes, not a solicitation for bids or proposals. The Pittsburgh VA Medical Center seeks to enhance its surgical capabilities with advanced robotic-assisted technology that optimizes procedures such as total and partial knee surgeries as well as hip surgeries. The document specifies the desired system features, including a compact design, image-free workflow, and advanced tracking capabilities, supporting improved surgical outcomes and efficiency. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit capability statements, detailing their business size, status, and compliance with specifications, by January 17, 2025. Responses must not exceed ten pages and should clarify whether the company is a manufacturer, distributor, or providing equivalent alternatives. The inquiry underscores the government's interest in obtaining reliable sources for high-quality medical equipment within the targeted specifications, emphasizing the strategic goal of standardizing operations across surgical services at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System.
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