6515--36C242-25-AP-1351|528-25-2-4803-0347|FY25 OR Light Modification 233C Sole Source Notification
ID: 36C24225P0529Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)ALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d45d6aca446f4388abae6b782fc32da6/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole source contract to Draeger Medical Inc. for the modification of operating room lights in room 233C at the VA Medical Center in Albany, NY. The objective of this procurement is to enhance the operating room layout by alleviating space constraints that currently disrupt clinical staff workflow and hinder equipment movement. The project involves the removal and reinstallation of existing lights to optimize space and minimize the risk of equipment collisions, with Draeger Medical Inc. being uniquely qualified to provide the necessary equipment and installation services. Interested parties should note that this notice is not a solicitation for quotes, and the response deadline is set for February 11, 2025, at 12 PM Eastern Time, with no recovery act funds involved in this procurement process. For further inquiries, contact Corey Swinton at Corey.Swinton@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Corey SwintonContracting Officer
    Corey.Swinton@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a notice of intent to award a sole source contract to Draeger Medical Inc. for the modification of operating room lights in room 233C at the VA Medical Center, Albany, NY. The project aims to enhance the layout of the operating room to alleviate space constraints that hinder equipment movement and disrupt clinical staff workflow. Currently installed lights will be removed and reinstalled to optimize space and reduce the risk of equipment collisions. The VA has determined that Draeger Medical Inc. is uniquely qualified to provide the necessary equipment and installation services. This notice is not a solicitation for quotes but serves to inform stakeholders of the upcoming contract award. The response deadline is set for February 11, 2025, at 12 PM Eastern Time, with no recovery act funds involved in this procurement process.
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