The Department of Veterans Affairs is preparing to issue a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the repair of the Ellex Tango Laser system, with the solicitation number 36C24725Q0248. The RFQ is expected to be posted on December 19, 2024, with a submission deadline of December 24, 2024, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. This procurement is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC) under the product service code J066 and NAICS code 811210.
Interested vendors must fill out the attached RFQ and submit it via email to Marcus Watts at marcus.watts@va.gov to be considered for the award. All inquiries regarding the RFQ must be forwarded via email no later than 24 hours before the submission deadline. Detailed specifications and performance work statements are available in the attachments, if provided. This process underscores the VA’s commitment to involving small businesses, particularly those owned by service-disabled veterans, in federal contracting opportunities.
The document details a procurement solicitation from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for preventive maintenance services on Ellex Tango Lasers at the Atlanta VA Medical Center. The contract, identified by the number 36C24725Q0248, is valued at approximately $34 million and is designated for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, adhering to set-aside criteria. Key elements include the provision of corrective maintenance services performed by certified technicians with a guaranteed response time for emergency repairs.
The contractor must provide a comprehensive service report detailing maintenance activities, associated response times, and evidence of factory training for service engineers. The contract stipulates invoicing procedures, requiring electronic submissions, and includes numerous federal acquisition regulations. Additionally, it outlines compliance with various VA security and privacy training requirements for contractor employees. The overall aim is to ensure consistent operational capabilities of the medical equipment to support the healthcare requirements of veterans. This initiative reflects the VA's focus on utilizing small businesses to fulfill government contract requirements while maintaining high standards of service and compliance with relevant regulations.