6515--Ultrasonic Washer
ID: 36C26225Q0551Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fd2cf35501d647b6b87220302a5058ef/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking information from potential suppliers for an Ultrasonic Washer cleaning system, specifically an equivalent to the Getinge model #1522-TRT, as part of a Sources Sought Notice. The VA Phoenix Healthcare System requires this new cleaning system to replace an obsolete unit, with specific functional characteristics such as floor mounting, UV disinfection, adjustable cleaning cycles, and compatibility with various water types. This initiative underscores the VA's commitment to maintaining high standards in healthcare operations and ensuring the reliability and performance of medical equipment in clinical settings. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities, business size status, and general pricing by March 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time, and can contact Contract Specialist Melissa Ramirez at Melissa.Ramirez8@va.gov for further information.

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    Melissa RamirezContract Specialist
    Melissa.Ramirez8@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a Sources Sought Notice seeking information on potential suppliers for an Ultrasonic Washer cleaning system equivalent to the Getinge model #1522-TRT. This request is for planning purposes only and not a solicitation. The VA Phoenix Healthcare System requires a new cleaning system for medical instruments due to the obsolescence of the current unit. The desired equipment must meet specific functional characteristics including floor mounting, UV disinfection, adjustable cleaning cycles, multiple irrigation ports, and compatibility with various water types, among others. The contractor is also responsible for the removal of the old unit and installation of the new one during non-operational hours. Interested vendors are invited to provide information about their capabilities, business size status, compliance with federal guidelines, and general pricing. Responses must be submitted by March 6, 2025, by 10:00 AM Pacific Time. This initiative illustrates the VA’s commitment to maintaining high standards in healthcare operations while ensuring equipment reliability and performance in clinical settings.
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