6515--Eyecon 9430s with Trade-In
ID: 36C26025Q0307Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)VANCOUVER, WA, 98662, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking information from vendors regarding the procurement of Eyecon 9430s equipment, including a trade-in option for older models, as part of a Sources Sought Notice. This initiative aims to gather insights on the availability and capabilities of potential suppliers, particularly focusing on Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and other small businesses, to support the VA's market research and planning efforts. The Eyecon 9430s are critical medical instruments used in surgical and medical settings, and the procurement will facilitate enhanced healthcare services at the Portland and Vancouver VA Medical Centers. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities and a courtesy quote by March 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time, and should include company details, relevant certifications, and proof of authorized distribution if applicable. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Contract Specialist Maureen Sundstrom at Maureen.Sundstrom@va.gov.

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    Maureen SundstromContract Specialist
    Maureen.Sundstrom@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a Sources Sought Notice for the Eyecon 9430s equipment, aimed at gathering information on the availability and capabilities of vendors, particularly Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and other small businesses. The notice indicates that this is for market research and planning purposes only, not a formal solicitation or commitment to award a contract. Vendors are encouraged to submit their capabilities and provide a courtesy quote for items specified, which include the Eyecon 9430, installation support, and a trade-in discount for older models. Key requirements detail the product specifications, including technical characteristics and accreditations, such as registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) and potential affiliation with authorized distributors. The expected delivery locations include both the Portland and Vancouver VA Medical Centers. Responses are required by March 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time, and must include company details, relevant certifications, and proof of authorized distribution if applicable. This notice facilitates the VA's procurement process while emphasizing the importance of qualifying vendors and their products in providing essential medical equipment.
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