6515--AMBU 5 MONITOR AND DISPOSABLE BRONCHOSCOPES Or Equal
ID: 36C25224Q0826Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting bids for the procurement of the Ambu aBox2 Monitor and Ambu aScope 5 Broncho scopes, along with all necessary accessories. This solicitation aims to acquire specialized medical equipment that is crucial for enhancing patient care and procedural efficiency in medical settings. The procurement process is structured to ensure compliance with federal regulations, with particular emphasis on supporting small businesses, including HUBZone and service-disabled veteran-owned enterprises. Interested vendors should contact Contract Specialist Teresa Beers at teresa.beers@va.gov for further details, and must adhere to the specified submission deadlines outlined in the solicitation document.

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    Teresa BeersContract Specialist
    teresa.beers@va.gov
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    The document outlines a solicitation for medical equipment and services by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically for the Ambu aBox2 Monitor and Ambu aScope 5 Broncho scopes. It details the requisition number, solicitation issue date, and due date along with the contractor information required for bid submission. The main focus is on the specifications for the medical equipment, which include detailed requirements on performance, compatibility, and physical characteristics. The procurement process is governed by several Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, emphasizing compliance with contracting laws, payment methods, and dispute resolution mechanisms. Key stipulations highlight the set-aside provisions for small businesses, including HUBZone and service-disabled veteran-owned enterprises, reflecting the government’s drive to enhance opportunities for these groups. In addition, there are explicit instructions for submitting offers, detailing necessary documentation, acceptance criteria, and timeline limitations. This solicitation illustrates a structured approach to acquiring specialized medical instruments while ensuring transparency and competitiveness in government contracting, and it aligns with broader efforts to support small and disadvantaged business participation in federal procurement.
    The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a presolicitation notice for the procurement of Ambu 5 monitors and disposable bronchoscopes, or equivalent products. The relevant solicitation number is 36C25224Q0826, with a response deadline set for September 18, 2024, at 12:00 PM Central Time. The contracting office is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This procurement focuses on brand name or equal items, specifically mentioning DiSorb Systems’ Ambu aBox2 Monitor and Ambu aScope 5 bronchoscopes along with their necessary accessories. The product service code associated with this procurement is 6515, and the NAICS code is 339112. This document serves as an advance notice to potential suppliers about the upcoming opportunity to bid on medical equipment needed for U.S. veterans' healthcare services, emphasizing transparency and ensuring qualified vendors can prepare their proposals in advance.
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