ABSOLU Ultrasound Platform
ID: 36C255-24-AP-2684Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF255-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 15 (36C255)LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

NAICS

Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing (334517)

PSC

OPHTHALMIC INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6540)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 15, is preparing to solicit quotes for the ABSOLU Ultrasound Platform, with a focus on Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). This procurement aims to fulfill a Firm-Fixed Price requirement for the ultrasound platform, categorized under the NAICS code 334517, which pertains to Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing. The equipment is vital for medical applications within the Veterans Affairs healthcare system, ensuring high-quality diagnostic capabilities. Interested vendors must ensure they are registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and verified in VetBiz, with quotes to include an Authorized Distributor Letter if applicable. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Teresa Cabanting at teresa.cabanting@va.gov or by phone at 913-946-1976.

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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) regarding the acquisition of the ABSOLU Ultrasound Platform, aimed at enhancing ophthalmic capabilities at the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital in Columbia, MO. This notice is intended to gather information about potential suppliers, specifically targeting Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), before a formal solicitation. The platform will be utilized for A-scan and B Mode Biometry, significantly aiding in the evaluation of cataracts and ocular measurements for Intraocular Lens (IOL) implantation. The primary goal is to replace outdated equipment to improve diagnostic capabilities and ensure continuity of care for veterans. Respondents are encouraged to demonstrate their qualifications, including size classification under NAICS 334517, whether they are manufacturers or authorized distributors, and to provide general pricing information. Communication regarding responses should be directed to Teresa Cabanting via email, with a submission deadline set for August 26, 2024, by 11:00 AM Central Time. This SSN reflects the VA's commitment to procure high-quality medical equipment and supports compliance with relevant acquisition regulations.
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