6515--Presolicitation Rental/Lease ABL90 America Blood Gas Machines
ID: 36C24125Q0282Type: Presolicitation
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241)TOGUS, ME, 04330, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the rental or lease of three Radiometer ABL90 Blood Gas Analyzers, along with maintenance services, under a firm fixed-price contract valued at $34 million. This procurement aims to enhance patient care by providing advanced medical device capabilities, ensuring that the equipment meets stringent health regulations while offering necessary maintenance support, including annual upkeep and rapid service response times. Interested contractors must submit their quotations by March 10, 2025, and demonstrate authorization from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for maintenance, with compliance to federal regulations being a critical requirement. For further inquiries, contractors can contact Contract Specialist James L Moore at james.moore14@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    James.Moore14@va.govJames L. R. Moore
    (603) 624-4366
    james.moore14@va.gov
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    The document outlines a request for proposals (RFP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for the rental or lease of three Radiometer ABL90 Blood Gas Analyzers, including maintenance services. The contract will involve a firm fixed-price, with a total award amount of $34 million, spanning a base period of one year with four option years. Vendors must provide maintenance support, which includes annual upkeep, software updates, and rapid service response times. All interested contractors are required to submit their quotations by March 10, 2025. They must adhere to various federal regulations and demonstrate authorization from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for maintenance. The proposal also specifies conditions regarding the submission of invoices, compliance with laws, and qualifications for personnel working on VA equipment. The VA aims to enhance patient care through improved medical device capabilities while ensuring the new equipment complies with stringent health regulations. This RFP represents a critical investment in medical technology and service reliability to support the needs of veterans.
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a presolicitation notice for a forthcoming Firm Fixed Price contract concerning the rental or lease of three ABL90 blood gas analyzers, including original equipment manufacturer (OEM) maintenance for the Boston Veteran Affairs Hospital. This prior notification is not a formal solicitation but indicates an interest in competitive procurement under NAICS code 811210, with a permissible revenue cap of $34 million. The response is due on March 3, 2025. Potential vendors may contact the contracting specialist, James L. R. Moore, for inquiries at his provided email. The notice is part of the VA's approach to identify vendors for necessary medical equipment while adhering to procurement standards and practices within federal guidelines. The determination to pursue a competitive procurement will ultimately be made at the discretion of the Contracting Officer.
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