Q502--Medical Instrument Technician Echocardiograph
ID: 36C26325Q0249Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Temporary Help Services (561320)

PSC

MEDICAL- CARDIO-VASCULAR (Q502)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/75f1361396454a69851059ca71abbaf7/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to provide Medical Instrument Technician (MIT) Echosonographer services at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. The procurement aims to secure two Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) personnel certified in echocardiographic imaging by either the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) to cover onsite needs during personnel absences. This initiative is crucial for maintaining high standards of patient care and ensuring compliance with federal healthcare regulations, particularly in serving veterans. Interested parties must submit a completed response form and capability statement to Contract Specialist Nicole Burski at Nicole.Burski@va.gov by December 16, 2024, at 10:00 AM Central Time, noting that this is a Sources Sought notice and not a solicitation for bids.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Nicole BurskiContract Specialist
    Nicole.Burski@va.gov
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    36C26325Q0249.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs issued a Sources Sought Notice for Medical Instrument Technician (MIT) Echosonographer services to assess potential contractors. This announcement is intended solely for information gathering, not as an invitation for bids. The Minneapolis VA Health Care System is seeking certified echocardiography specialists to provide temporary onsite coverage during personnel absences. Specifically, two Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) personnel certified by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) are required. The notice emphasizes that interested parties must register under NAICS code 561320, with compliance to federal subcontracting regulations mandatory for small businesses. Interested firms are instructed to submit a capability statement and a completed response form to the contact specialist, Nicole Burski, by the given deadline. The document underscores that responses are confidential and do not create any obligations for the government. Overall, this initiative is part of the VA's effort to gather insights that may lead to future solicitation for essential medical technician services.
    PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement for Medical Instrument Technician (MIT) Echosonographer Services outlines the requirements for a contractor to provide certified echocardiography services at the Minneapolis VA HealthCare System. The contractor must supply two full-time equivalent MIT Echosonographers certified by either the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI). Detailed responsibilities include maintaining current certifications, adherence to VA health policies, and ensuring high standards of patient care. Contractor staff must possess advanced echocardiography knowledge, maintain competencies, and comply with infection control measures, with a focus on patient safety and privacy under HIPAA regulations. The document emphasizes the contractor's obligations in terms of staff qualifications, training requirements, quality assurance, and the confidentiality of patient medical records. The contract stipulates a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation mechanism for contractor performance, ensuring compliance with national standards and continual oversight by VA officials. Accountability measures are in place, including potential consequences for non-compliance, emphasizing the VA's commitment to providing quality healthcare services to veterans. Overall, this document serves as a guideline for the RFP process and ensures the delivery of skilled healthcare personnel while meeting federal standards.
    Response Form to Sources Sought Notice.pdf
    The document outlines a "Sources Sought" request for Medical Instrument Technician (MIT) Echosonographer Services, aimed at gathering information on business capabilities to fulfill federal procurement needs. It requires interested companies to submit specific details, including company information, socio-economic classification as per NAICS Code 561320 (Temporary Help Services), and the estimated percentage of services to be performed as a prime contractor versus those to be subcontracted. The socio-economic classifications include categories such as Small Business, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), and others, reflecting the government's interest in promoting diverse business engagements. This request serves as a preliminary step in assessing potential vendors and their qualifications, fostering transparency and compliance within federal contracting processes while adhering to objectives aimed at encouraging participation from varied business sectors. The information collected will aid the government in making informed decisions for future contracts related to medical services in the healthcare sector.
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