6515--Sources Sought - Stent Insertion System (Tonn System)
ID: 36C25224Q0847Type: Special Notice
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, USA

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Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/1bbfd776a3634b1fbc28f4877ba11f1d/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking to procure a Tonn-brand Stent Insertion System from Boston Medical Products, Inc. through a sole source procurement process, as outlined in FAR 13.106-1(b). This system is crucial for the VA Milwaukee to establish a comprehensive interventional pulmonary program aimed at treating Veterans with central airway obstructions, whether malignant or non-malignant. The Tonn devices facilitate the deployment of silicone stents, which offer significant advantages over self-expanding metal stents (SEMS) in terms of cost-effectiveness, ease of repositioning, and removability. Interested parties may express their capability to meet this requirement by submitting responses no later than September 23, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. CDT, with all inquiries directed to Jim Hedman at james.hedman2@va.gov or by phone at 414-384-2000 Ext 43235.

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    james.hedman2@va.govJim Hedman
    414-384-2000 Ext 43235
    james.hedman2@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to procure a Tonn-brand Stent Insertion System from Boston Medical Products, Inc. under a sole source procurement process, as specified by FAR 13.106-1(b). This system is essential for the VA Milwaukee to create a holistic interventional pulmonary program, specifically for treating Veterans with central airway obstructions, whether malignant or non-malignant. The Tonn devices enable the deployment of silicone stents, which present advantages over self-expanding metal stents (SEMS), notably in terms of cost, ease of repositioning, and removability. While this notice is not a call for competitive proposals, other interested parties may express their capability to meet this need by the deadline of September 23, 2024. The government's discretion will determine whether competition is feasible based on submitted responses, though no solicitation document is currently available. This procurement exemplifies the VA's commitment to providing specialized healthcare solutions for veterans with specific medical needs.
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