6515--36C25925Q0537| Sources Sought on Drying Cabinet for Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center
ID: 36C25925Q0537Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 19 (36C259)Greenwood Village, CO, 80111, USA

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ca2c386c0b4c478cbddabcf873c46bd1/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, through its Network Contracting Office 19, is conducting a market survey to identify potential sources for a Drying Cabinet for the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center. This procurement aims to acquire an AMSCO Drying Cabinet, which is crucial for efficiently drying manually washed medical devices prior to sterilization, thereby ensuring patient safety and enhancing operational efficiency. Interested vendors are required to provide detailed company information, capability statements, and confirm their eligibility for various small business programs by June 20, 2025. For inquiries, potential respondents can contact Contract Specialist Lynn Lim at lynn.lim@va.gov or by phone at 303-712-5798.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Lynn LimContract Specialist
    (303) 712-5798
    lynn.lim@va.gov
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    36C25925Q0537.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), through its Network Contracting Office 19 (NCO 19), is seeking information on potential sources for a Drying Cabinet for the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center. This Sources Sought Notice is intended for market research only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee of contract awards. Interested parties are encouraged to respond by June 20, 2025, providing their company details, capability information, and whether they qualify for specific small business programs. The anticipated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 339113, associated with surgical appliance and supplies manufacturing. The notice emphasizes the importance of supplier qualifications and socio-economic classifications, with explicit requests for companies to provide verification of their status. Respondents are also advised to include relevant supporting documentation while ensuring that no proprietary or sensitive information is disclosed. This initiative reflects the VA's commitment to improving its medical supply capabilities while fostering engagement with qualified small businesses in the industry.
    SON Drying Cabinet.docx
    The Eastern Colorado Healthcare System requires the procurement of an AMSCO Drying Cabinet for the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center. This cabinet is essential for efficiently drying manually washed medical devices before sterilization, thus ensuring patient safety and operational efficiency. The specified model must meet detailed dimensional, electrical, and environmental standards and include features such as 18 shelves and a touch screen control with individual timers. The vendor must provide new equipment free of defects, with comprehensive service manuals. Delivery is required within 30 days of award during specific hours, and inspection and acceptance are mandated prior to use. Warranties should cover all necessary repairs, including shipping and travel costs. In case of recalls or modifications, the vendor must promptly notify the relevant medical centers. The document outlines responsibilities regarding waste removal and emphasizes confidentiality, stating that no patient information will be stored on the cabinet. This purchase illustrates a critical equipment acquisition process within the framework of government procurement protocols, highlighting the importance of adhering to health and safety standards in medical equipment supply.
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