Q201--FY25| Durable Medical Equipment San Juan| New Requirement
ID: 36C24825Q0192Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF248-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 8 (36C248)TAMPA, FL, 33637, USA

NAICS

Home Health Care Services (621610)

PSC

MEDICAL- GENERAL HEALTH CARE (Q201)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 28, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Feb 11, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Feb 19, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is soliciting bids for Durable Medical Equipment (DME) services to be provided at the VA Caribbean Health Care System in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This procurement aims to secure DME supplies and services for a base period of one year, with the possibility of four additional one-year extensions, starting from April 1, 2025. The selected contractor will be responsible for delivering, setting up, refurbishing, and repairing DME, while ensuring compliance with accreditation standards and maintaining a secure electronic invoicing system. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by February 19, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Contracting Officer Yolanda Glover at yolanda.glover@va.gov or by phone at 352-548-4462.

Point(s) of Contact
Yolanda GloverContracting Officer
(352) 548-4462
yolanda.glover@va.gov
Files
Title
Posted
Dec 18, 2024, 6:11 PM UTC
The Department of Veterans Affairs’ Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8) is preparing to solicit and award an Indefinite Delivery Contract for Durable Medical Equipment services for the VA Caribbean Healthcare System in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This purchase is classified under the NAICS Code 621610, Home Health Care Services, with a size standard of $19 million. The opportunity is set aside for small businesses and is expected to be advertised before January 6, 2025. Interested vendors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for contract award. The solicitation will follow Federal Acquisition Circular guidelines, effective November 12, 2024. All announcements and updates regarding this presolicitation will be made available online, as no paper copies will be distributed. The final response date for submissions is January 21, 2025, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
Feb 11, 2025, 4:08 PM UTC
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Caribbean Healthcare System is soliciting bids for Durable Medical Equipment (DME) services in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This Request for Quotations (RFQ) seeks to procure DME supplies and services over a base period of one year, with four optional one-year extensions, effective April 1, 2025. Vendors must comply with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and are evaluated based on the Comparative Evaluation process. Key requirements include delivering, setting up, refurbishing, and repairing DME, alongside maintaining a secure system for electronic invoicing and patient data. Contractors are expected to meet accreditation standards set by The Joint Commission and engage in routine inventory management of VA-owned equipment. The successful vendor must provide 24/7 service and ensure strict adherence to cleanliness and safety protocols. The document outlines specific pricing structures, project responsibilities, and contractual conditions to facilitate efficient delivery of services essential for veteran patient care.
Feb 11, 2025, 4:08 PM UTC
The document outlines an amendment to a previous combined solicitation for Durable Medical Equipment by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically for services in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The solicitation number is 36C24825Q0192, and responses are due by February 19, 2025. The contract falls under the Product Service Code Q201, with the NAICS code 621610, indicating it relates to medical services. This amendment aims to address questions submitted during the solicitation process by providing a detailed Q&A document. The contracting office, led by Contracting Officer Yolanda Glover, is located in Gainesville, Florida. The VA Caribbean Health Care System serves as the place of performance. The document emphasizes the importance of transparency in the procurement process and the agency's commitment to timely communication with potential contractors regarding their inquiries.
Feb 11, 2025, 4:08 PM UTC
The solicitation 36C24825Q0192 concerns the procurement of Durable Medical Equipment (DME) supplies, including delivery and bed repairs. Companies are required to submit price quotations, with the contract effective until February 19, 2025. Only one contract will be awarded, covering regions PR and VI, without subcontracting options. DME vendors must have storage space of at least 3,500 square feet upon contract award and are accountable for damages during service delivery. Payments to the contractor will primarily be based on daily charges, with invoicing in arrears on a monthly basis. For warranty repairs, the responsibility lies with the Purchasing Agent, who will manage repair timelines. The contractor must comply with various regulations and provide training on the Tungsten Network system after contract implementation. Additionally, clarity was sought on specific evaluation processes, transportation costs, and the conditions for repairing or reconditioning equipment. This document reflects the federal government's structured approach to ensuring compliance, quality service, and clear responsibilities for contractors involved in DME provision.
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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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