FY25: Custom Surgical Packs for Orlando VAMC
ID: 36C24825Q0021_0003Type: Special Notice
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

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

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 8, is seeking proposals for the procurement of custom surgical packs for the Orlando Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC). The requirement includes various surgical supplies such as surgical bags, basins, towels, gowns, and syringes, with specific product specifications regarding size, sterility, and manufacturer information. This procurement is crucial for ensuring that healthcare facilities maintain adequate supplies of essential medical items, thereby supporting compliance with safety and hygiene standards. Interested vendors should note that the offer submission deadline has been extended to March 5, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST, and inquiries can be directed to Susan Rodriguez-Perez at susan.rodriguez-perez@va.gov or Benjamin Amato at benjamin.amato@va.gov.

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    The document outlines a federal RFP (Request for Proposal) detailing various medical supplies and equipment required for healthcare purposes. Specifically, it lists items such as surgical bags, basins, towels, gowns, and syringes, including product specifications such as size, sterility, and manufacturer information. Each item includes precise descriptions, quantity estimates, and classifications regarding sterility and latex presence. The overall purpose of this RFP is to procure essential surgical and medical supplies for healthcare facilities, ensuring compliance with safety and hygiene standards. The inclusion of both generic and branded items indicates a desire for flexibility in sourcing, accommodating various supplier capabilities. The RFP operates within the framework of federal procurement guidelines, supporting straightforward public access to quality healthcare resources through competitive bidding processes, thus facilitating efficient and timely delivery of necessary items to medical facilities. This highlights the government's commitment to maintaining adequate healthcare supplies in response to ongoing medical needs.
    The document is an amendment to a government solicitation by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 8, related to surgical packs. The amendment revises the Salient Characteristics, reopens the Question and Answer period, and extends the offer due date. Key changes include: 1. Updates to Salient Characteristics for various surgical packs (Cath Angio Pack, Pacemaker Pack, etc.). 2. Reopening the Question and Answer period until February 20, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST. 3. Extending the offer submission deadline from February 14, 2025, to March 5, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST. 4. Changes to manufacturer designations, with all previously named manufacturers listed as "Generic Item Unknown Manufacturer" and corresponding part numbers changed to "Part # Unknown." The document stresses the requirement that any manufacturer able to meet specifications is acceptable, emphasizing a flexibility in compliance with brand name or equal standards. This amendment is crucial for vendors interested in bidding on the procurement of surgical packs, ensuring clear communication of the requirement changes and allowing for sufficient preparation time for potential bidders.
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