MED-SURGE Provox # 8262 - Chelmsford CMOP -
ID: 36C77026Q0054Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL CMOP OFFICE (36C770)LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

NAICS

In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing (325413)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/ccb17d43cd214275a5c5655869093cf2/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking vendors capable of supplying the Provox #8262 Heat & Moisture Exchanger to the Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. This Sources Sought Notice aims to gather market research information to identify potential suppliers who can meet specific requirements outlined in the Statement of Requirements, including compliance with delivery terms, barcoding standards, and product authenticity. The Provox #8262 is a critical medical device used in patient care, emphasizing the importance of reliable supply and adherence to regulatory standards. Interested companies must submit their capability statements and relevant documentation to Jennifer L. Knight at jennifer.knight@va.gov by December 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central Time, as this notice does not constitute a solicitation for quotes or a contract award.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jennifer L Knight
    (913) 684-0162
    jennifer.knight@va.gov
    Files
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    P02_Sources_Sought_761_36C77026Q0054.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 15, Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) Division, has issued a Sources Sought Notice (36C77026Q0054) for market research purposes. This notice aims to identify vendors capable of supplying Provox #8262 – Heat & Moisture Exchanger to the VA CMOP Chelmsford, MA. This is not a solicitation for quotes, and no contract will be awarded as a direct result of this notice. Interested companies are requested to submit their full company name, point of contact, phone number, email address, SAM Unique Entity ID (UEI), business classification, and a company capability statement. Responses, including a completed questionnaire and Statement of Work, should be emailed to Jennifer.Knight@va.gov by December 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central Time. This market research will inform future procurement opportunities.
    P09_SOR_Q0054_Provox_761.pdf
    This document outlines the Statement of Requirements (Version 5.01, January 30, 2018) for vendors supplying pharmaceutical and medical surgical products to the VA. Key requirements include precise delivery terms, such as the right to cancel undelivered quantities, mandatory USPS shippability unless otherwise specified, and the need to reference the VA obligation number for all shipments. Deliveries must be coordinated with CMOP facilities during operational hours, and tracking information must be emailed upon shipment. The document also details specific barcoding standards for all products, requiring GS1-128 or HIBCC compliance and an ANSI/ISO/IEC Quality Grade C or better print quality. Therapeutic equivalence is strictly enforced, with products requiring an FDA "A" rating unless all in a group are "B" rated. Procedures for product recalls are outlined, requiring immediate notification to multiple VA offices. Vendors must provide 11-digit National Drug Codes (NDC) or Manufacture Product Numbers (MPN) and a firm commitment of product availability and price prior to purchase orders. Other requirements include a minimum 12-month expiration date from delivery, written approval for any substitutions or partial deliveries, and detailed packing slip information for all shipments.
    Sources Sought_ questionnaire _Provox_761.xlsx
    This government "Sources Sought" document is an inquiry for a specific medical product: a HEAT & MOISTURE EXCHANGER, PROVOX# 8262, manufactured by ATOS MEDICAL in Sweden. The request is directed at businesses, specifically asking for their classification (Small Business, Large Business, SDVOSB) and whether they can provide a direct letter of authorization from the OEM, ATOS Medical. Additionally, it references VAAR 852.212-71 concerning Gray Market and Counterfeit Items and asks if the respondent can meet the Statement of Requirements. This indicates a procurement effort by a government entity, likely the VA, to acquire medical supplies while ensuring authenticity and compliance with federal regulations.
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