6515--Locking Drawer Automated Dispensing Cabinet
ID: 36C26225Q0580Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking potential suppliers for a Locking Drawer Automated Dispensing Cabinet, as part of a Sources Sought Notice aimed at identifying interested vendors. The procurement focuses on cabinets that meet specific requirements, including dimensions of 77.5 inches in height, 76.5 inches in width, and 27 inches in depth, along with a 120v electrical system, metal locking lids for security, and features for tracking user access to prevent unauthorized use. This initiative is crucial for enhancing service delivery within the VA's healthcare system, with an emphasis on supporting small and Veteran-owned businesses in federal contracting opportunities. Interested vendors must respond by March 13, 2025, and can contact Contracting Officer Anthony Dela Cruz at anthony.delacruz@va.gov or by phone at 562-766-2284 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Anthony Dela CruzContracting Officer
    (562) 766-2284
    anthony.delacruz@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential suppliers for a Locking Drawer Automated Dispensing Cabinet, specifically looking for sources that comply with NAICS code 339112. This notice aims to ascertain interest from Veteran-owned and small businesses to potentially set aside the contract. Key specifications include dimensions (77.5 in height, 76.5 in width, 27 in depth), a 120v electrical system, metal locking lids for security, and features for tracking user access and preventing unauthorized use. Interested vendors must demonstrate compliance with these salient characteristics and prove their status as authorized manufacturers or distributors. The VA is seeking responses by March 13, 2025, with the intent to use responses for market research purposes. A solicitation will later be published on government contracting websites. This effort is part of the VA's procurement strategy to enhance service delivery within its healthcare system, emphasizing support for small and Veteran-owned businesses in Federal contracting opportunities.
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