Pharmacy Crash Carts - Black Hills VA Medical Center
ID: 36C26325Q0111Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

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MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking vendors to supply Pharmacy Crash Carts and associated accessories for the Black Hills Health Care System, specifically located in Fort Meade and Hot Springs, South Dakota. The procurement includes 20 red crash carts with specific configurations, such as 9 drawers (8 at 3 inches and 1 at 6 inches), along with various accessories like breakaway lock kits and shelves, with delivery scheduled between December 16, 2024, and January 16, 2025. This equipment is crucial for enhancing the Pharmacy Services at the VA, ensuring that healthcare providers have immediate access to essential medical supplies. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities and pricing by November 1, 2024, via email to Contract Specialist Brian Whalen at brian.whalen-crichton@va.gov, as this is a sources sought notice for market research purposes only.

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    Brian WhalenContract Specialist
    (319) 688-3754
    brian.whalen-crichton@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Sources Sought Notice for the supply of Pharmacy Crash Carts and related accessories for the Black Hills Health Care System. This notice is intended for market research purposes, not to award contracts. Vendors are invited to submit their capabilities and competitive pricing by November 1, 2024, via email. Interested businesses must provide information including their socio-economic status, whether they are the manufacturer, and product country of origin. They are also asked to indicate any applicable government contracts and provide estimated shipping details. Specific clauses regarding limitations on subcontracting and gray market items may apply depending on the vendor's status as a small business. This notice underscores the VA's commitment to sourcing necessary medical supplies while facilitating a transparent procurement process for potential suppliers.
    The VA Black Hills Health Care System requires the procurement of crash carts and associated items to enhance its Pharmacy Services. This involves purchasing 20 red carts with specific configuration features, including 9 drawers (8 at 3 inches and 1 at 6 inches), along with several accessories such as breakaway lock kits, shelves, and holders. The delivery of these items is scheduled from December 16, 2024, to January 16, 2025, to designated buildings in Fort Meade and Hot Springs, South Dakota. Vendors must coordinate delivery logistics through VA contacts, adhere to strict delivery protocols, and ensure proper installation and assembly during normal business hours. The contract mandates a one-year standard warranty on the products, with training sessions for VA staff post-installation. Safety protocols and regulatory compliance regarding training, site management, and COVID-19 measures are emphasized throughout the contract. Overall, this procurement process aligns with VA's commitment to providing essential healthcare services with quality equipment and support.
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