6525--MR Breast Coil with Applications Training
ID: 36C24825Q0052Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

IMAGING EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES: MEDICAL, DENTAL, VETERINARY (6525)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a48b1f1ee8fe42b2a22a1a174aceb113/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, through the Network Contracting Office 8, is seeking to award a sole-source contract for the procurement of an MR Breast Coil with applications training specifically for the South Hillsborough VA Clinic in Riverview, Florida. The contract aims to enhance breast imaging services, addressing the urgent need for effective MRI imaging for veterans, particularly those with dense breast tissue or a history of breast cancer. This procurement is critical for optimizing breast imaging capabilities and ensuring timely access to essential healthcare services for veterans. Interested parties may submit capabilities statements by 9:00 AM EST on October 25, 2024, to demonstrate their ability to fulfill the requirements, with the anticipated delivery date set for November 30, 2024. For further inquiries, contact Marcus Lewis at Marcus.Lewis2@va.gov or by phone at 813-940-0316.

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    Marcus LewisContracting Officer
    (813) 940-0316
    Marcus.Lewis2@va.gov
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    36C24825Q0052.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Sources Sought Notice for a sole-source contract to procure an MR Breast Coil, including applications training, specifically for the South Hillsborough VA Clinic in Riverview, Florida. The contract is anticipated to comply with FAR guidelines for sole-source justification as only DGA Medical, LLC can provide the necessary specialized equipment and services. The contract qualifies under the firm fixed-price structure within the NAICS Code 339112, which caters to small businesses with fewer than 1,000 employees. The expected delivery date is set for November 30, 2024, and responses to this notice must be submitted by 9:00 AM Eastern Time on October 25, 2024. The notice explicitly states that it does not invite competitive proposals, leaving the government's decision to pursue sole-source procurement firm. However, interested parties may submit capabilities statements to demonstrate their ability to meet the requirements. This notice is significant for the procurement process as it ensures transparency while soliciting any potential competitive alternatives before finalizing the award to DGA Medical, LLC.
    SON SoHi MR Breast Coil with Applications and Training.pdf
    The James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital seeks to enhance breast imaging services by acquiring a SoHi MR Breast Coil and providing applications training for its staff at the South Hillsborough VA Clinic. The existing MRI unit lacks the necessary coil for effective breast MRI imaging, which is critical for veterans with dense breast tissue or a history of breast cancer. The urgent improvement aims to expand services, reduce reliance on community care, and ensure veterans receive timely imaging. The document outlines a request for a brand-specific MRI breast coil, software interface, and onsite training from Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. Key deliverables include a 16-channel Sentinelle Breast Coil, a specific riser for positioning, a coil interface for connectivity, and follow-up training for imaging professionals. All training must occur within one year of installation. The mission is to optimize breast imaging capabilities, ensuring adherence to protocols and high-quality imaging for this essential healthcare service. The setup and training must be completed within 30 days of contract initiation at the specified clinic location in Riverview, FL.
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