Brand name or equal: point of care ultrasound system
ID: 36C24425Q0555Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

PSC

IMAGING EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES: MEDICAL, DENTAL, VETERINARY (6525)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fc2fccd7bf59467cbba4c0231c2ac70b/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 7, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 7, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 15, 2025, 8:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified vendors to provide a Point of Care Ultrasound System, specifically the FujiFilm Sonosite PX model, for the Philadelphia VA Healthcare System. The procurement emphasizes advanced imaging capabilities, portability, and compliance with cybersecurity standards, including built-in data encryption and secure data transmission. This equipment is crucial for enhancing healthcare technology and improving patient assessments in various medical fields. Interested Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC) must monitor GSA eBuy for the full solicitation, expected to be posted around April 15, 2025, and direct any inquiries to contract specialist Joanne Skaff at joanne.skaff@va.gov.

Point(s) of Contact
Joanne Skaff
joanne.skaff@va.gov
Files
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36C24425Q0555 presol.pdf
Apr 7, 2025, 5:04 PM UTC
This document is a Presolicitation Notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding the procurement of a Point of Care Ultrasound System, specifically referencing the FujiFilm Sonosite PX model. It is issued by the Network Contracting Office (NCO) 4 for the Philadelphia Veterans Affairs Medical Center, with a solicitation number 36C24425Q0555. The procurement is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC) and follows the NAICS code 334519. The notice indicates that a full solicitation will be posted on GSA eBuy around April 15, 2025. Interested parties are responsible for monitoring the site, downloading the solicitation, and submitting their queries in writing to the contract specialist, Joanne Skaff, whose contact information is provided. The document clarifies that the presolicitation does not obligate the government to award a contract or cover proposal preparation costs. Furthermore, any potential contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) before award consideration. Lastly, salient characteristics of the required ultrasound system are attached for further details.
Point of Care Ultrasound Salient Characteristics.pdf
Apr 7, 2025, 5:04 PM UTC
The government RFP focuses on the acquisition of the FujiFilm Sonosite PX portable ultrasound-imaging equipment. The equipment must exhibit advanced imaging capabilities, including high contrast resolution, multiple mode operations (B Mode, M Mode, Color Doppler, etc.), and support various transducer formats (linear, phased, curved array). Additionally, it should include comprehensive measurement packages for different medical fields such as abdominal and cardiac assessments. Requirements for size and design stipulate portability and adaptability, with maximum stand dimensions of 23 by 26 inches and a height limit of 65 inches, alongside a cable management system. Cybersecurity standards are crucial; the device must incorporate built-in data encryption, secure patient data transmission and storage, and comply with Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) concerning moderate security controls. This procurement reflects the government's commitment to enhancing healthcare technology in a secure and efficient manner.
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