Request for Information for Hearing Aid Parts and Accessories
ID: 36C79126Q0002Type: Sources Sought
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFCOMMODITIES & SERVICES ACQUISITION SERVICE (36C791)DENVER, CO, 80225, USA

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set Aside (SDVOSBC)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/274238defd6c448dae55fe1d99a65698/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking information from vendors regarding the procurement of hearing aid parts and accessories through a Request for Information (RFI). This initiative aims to gather insights on the availability and business practices related to assistive listening devices, which are crucial for supporting hearing-impaired veterans. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their capabilities statements and responses to specific inquiries by January 7, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Mountain Time, with all submissions directed to the primary contacts, Bradley Geghan and Bryan Crist, via their provided email addresses.

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