6835--ABQ Medical Gas Cylinders
ID: 36C26225Q0089Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Industrial Gas Manufacturing (325120)

PSC

MEDICAL GASES (6835)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c1bf07a1310443b8b0e5a388c9b365e3/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the procurement of medical gas cylinders for various VA Medical Centers located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The purpose of this RFI is to gather information on potential suppliers' capabilities, market pricing, and compliance with relevant regulations, as the VA seeks to ensure a reliable supply chain for medical gases. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their capabilities statements, including company details, size status, delivery timelines, and any existing federal contracts, with responses due by November 7, 2024. All submissions should be directed to the contracting officer, Victor Oliveros, at victor.oliveros@va.gov, and will be treated as proprietary information for market research purposes only.

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    Victor OliverosContracting Officer
    victor.oliveros@va.gov
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    The presolicitation notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) outlines a Request for Information (RFI) concerning the procurement of medical gas cylinders for various VA Medical Centers in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The purpose of the RFI is to gather insights on potential suppliers, their capabilities, and market pricing for planning purposes, rather than creating a binding contract. This notice encourages interested vendors to submit data on their ability to meet specified requirements, including company details, size status, compliance with relevant regulations, delivery timelines, product specifications, and any existing federal contracts. Responses are due by November 7, 2024, and should be directed to the contracting officer, Victor Oliveros. The VA emphasizes that all submissions will be treated as proprietary information and are for market research only, not a solicitation for bids. This RFI reflects the VA's commitment to ensuring sufficient medical supply chains while complying with acquisition regulations.
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