6640--ENDOSCOPY ANALYZER
ID: 36C26225Q0408Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fb58bcfd97db4e9d836406b397795650/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking information from potential suppliers for an Endoscopy Analyzer, specifically the Medtronic ENDOFLIP 300 SYSTEM, along with its components and support services. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to identify qualified sources capable of meeting specific requirements related to device performance, compatibility with existing equipment, and service plans, emphasizing real-time measurements and minimal discomfort during evaluations. The procurement reflects the VA's commitment to enhancing healthcare services for veterans through the acquisition of advanced medical technology. Interested parties must submit their detailed capabilities statements and feedback by February 4, 2024, to Contracting Officer Deronte Reid at Deronte.reid@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Reid, DeronteContracting Officer
    Email Only
    Deronte.reid@va.gov
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    36C26225Q0408.docx
    The document is a Sources Sought Notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs regarding an Endoscopy Analyzer, aimed at gathering information to assist with acquisition planning. It outlines the necessary details such as the solicitation number (36C26225Q0408), response deadline (February 4, 2025, 4:00 PM Pacific Time), and the point of contact, Contracting Officer Deronte Reid. The notice emphasizes the importance of responses to the attached description, which contains specific questions relevant to potential suppliers. The document is archived 30 days after the response date and highlights that it does not involve Recovery Act funds. The purpose of this notice is to identify suppliers capable of providing the required equipment and to explore possibilities for set-aside opportunities. Additionally, the document includes address details for both the contracting office and the place of performance, establishing the context for vendor engagement.
    RFI_SSN Description - Endoscopy Analyzer - 36C26225Q0408.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights from potential suppliers for an Endoscopy Analyzer, specifically the Medtronic ENDOFLIP 300 SYSTEM, along with its components and support services. This RFI aims to identify qualified sources and assess their capabilities in meeting specific requirements regarding device performance, compatibility, and service plans. Essential characteristics include real-time measurements, minimal discomfort during evaluations, compatibility with existing equipment, and compliance with security standards. Interested parties are encouraged to provide detailed capabilities statements, feedback on specifications, and company classifications, while the government emphasizes that responses are for informational purposes only and do not constitute a solicitation. The deadline for submissions is February 4, 2024. This effort reflects the VA's commitment to enhancing healthcare services for veterans through potential acquisition of advanced medical technology.
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