6515--Powered Air Purifying Respirator Backpack System or Equal
ID: 36C24825Q0518Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF248-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 8 (36C248)TAMPA, FL, 33637, USA

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d7da6019ab564b489dad1a450c96a872/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking sources for the Sentinel XL Powered Air Purifying Respirator Backpack System or equivalent, as part of a Sources Sought notice aimed at gathering information for future procurement. The VA requires 20 units of various components, including the PAPR system, CBRN hoods, air flow meters, and rechargeable battery packs, all of which must meet specific salient characteristics for use within the Orlando Healthcare System. This equipment is critical for the facility's First Receivers Decontamination Program, ensuring safety and compliance with health regulations. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities and business classifications by March 21, 2025, to Carl Myers at carl.myers3@va.gov, as this notice does not constitute a solicitation for bids but rather a means to assess potential suppliers.

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    Carl MyersContract Specialist
    (407) 646-4023
    carl.myers3@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking sources of supply for the Sentinel XL Powered Air Purifying Respirator Backpack System or equivalent. This Sources Sought notice is intended purely for information and planning purposes, allowing the VA to identify potential vendors' capabilities and business classifications under NAICS code 339113. Specifically, the VA requires 20 units of various components, including the PAPR system, CBRN hoods, air flow meters, and rechargeable battery packs. Each item must meet specific salient characteristics for operation within the VA Orlando Healthcare System, including durability and compatibility with existing equipment. Interested parties are invited to submit detailed information about their capabilities, size status, and whether they are manufacturers or distributors. Notably, responses must be sent by March 21, 2025, and should not be regarded as a solicitation for bids but rather as a means to prepare for future acquisitions. The VA emphasizes compliance with pertinent regulations, including the Buy American Act, where applicable.
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