6525--REPAIR - Computer-Assisted Rehabilitation Environment -CAREN- Motion Platform System
ID: 36C24E25Q0024Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFRPO EAST (36C24E)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15212, USA

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d825e567633244cfb8c521edc23b6ecf/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors to provide parts and repair services for the Computer-Assisted Rehabilitation Environment (CAREN) motion platform system at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System. The procurement involves the replacement of malfunctioning components, including a motion base transformer and various projectors, along with the installation and testing of these parts by authorized technicians to ensure the system's full functionality. The CAREN system plays a crucial role in assisting Veterans with testing prosthetic devices through virtual simulations that mimic challenging terrains, thereby helping to prevent falls and enhance patient safety. Interested vendors must submit their capability statements, including their socio-economic status and proof of authorization for repairs, by January 14, 2025, to the Contracting Officer, Ann Marie Stewart, at annmarie.stewart@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ann Marie StewartContracting Officer
    (401) 919-0878
    annmarie.stewart@va.gov
    Files
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    Posted
    36C24E25Q0024_1.docx
    The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is soliciting information from vendors to provide parts and repair services for the Computer-Assisted Rehabilitation Environment (CAREN) motion platform system at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System. This notice, classified as a "Sources Sought," aims to identify qualified suppliers who can fulfill the requirements for repairing the CAREN system, which assists Veterans in testing prosthetic devices through virtual simulations. The procurement involves replacing malfunctioning components, including a motion base and various transformers, alongside the installation and testing of these parts by trained technicians. Vendors are required to submit capability statements, detailing their experience, socio-economic status, and proof of authorization for repairs. Responses must be sent by January 14, 2025. This request, intended solely for planning, does not constitute a solicitation for proposals or quotes but seeks to gauge potential sources for future acquisitions in alignment with NAICS code 334510, benefiting from the insights received for informed decision-making regarding procurement approaches.
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