MaxiSonic Surgical Instrument Washer
ID: 36C25625Q0773Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256)RIDGELAND, MS, 39157, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/f8cf1eb68bbb41db9cb6f6dc473ada18/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, through its Network Contracting Office 16, is seeking information regarding the procurement of a MaxiSonic Surgical Instrument Washer. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather insights from potential vendors to inform the upcoming solicitation strategy, including assessing small business eligibility and market pricing for the washer. The MaxiSonic Surgical Instrument Washer is crucial for maintaining the hygiene and functionality of surgical instruments, thereby supporting the VA's commitment to providing high-quality healthcare services to veterans. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their responses by April 21, 2025, and should direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Stephanie Watts at STEPHANE.WATTS@VA.GOV or by phone at 601-362-4471.

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    STEPHANIE WATTS
    60136244715122
    STEPHANE.WATTS@VA.GOV
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting information regarding the MaxiSonic Surgical Instrument Washer through a Sources Sought Notice, identified by solicitation number 36C25625Q0773. This request aims to gather insights to inform future procurement processes for the specified medical equipment. Responses are due by April 22, 2025, and responses marked as proprietary will be treated as confidential. Although this notice is informational and does not initiate a formal solicitation, it is crucial for assessing market capabilities related to the product service code 6515 and NAICS code 339112. The intended place of performance for any resulting contracts is the Fayetteville VA Medical Center in Arkansas. Interested parties should address their inquiries to Contract Specialist Stephanie Watts, providing her contact details for further communication. This effort reflects the government's ongoing commitment to improving healthcare services for veterans while ensuring due diligence in vendor selection and procurement practices.
    RFI - Sources Sought.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs' Network Contracting Office 16 has released a Request For Information (RFI) regarding the procurement of a MaxiSonic Surgical Instrument Washer. This RFI serves solely to gather sources and insights necessary to shape the forthcoming solicitation strategy, including determining small business eligibility. The document outlines specific questions vendors must answer, focusing on manufacturing origins, compliance with the Non-Manufacturer Rule, and authorization as distributors for Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts. It encourages small business concerns to participate and request estimated market prices for the washer, aiding the VA in assessing competition and market pricing. Responses must be submitted by April 21, 2025, with guidelines provided on format and contact details for inquiries. The exercise is part of the VA’s market research efforts, underscoring its commitment to leveraging government-wide contracts and fostering small business involvement in federal procurement initiatives.
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