6515--Compact Eye Exam Lane
ID: 36C24525Q0248Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245)LINTHICUM, MD, 21090, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/2380389c3e0945bc8d14e23a80a53490/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified suppliers to provide a compact eye exam lane for the Charlotte Hall VA Clinic as part of the Technology-based Eye Care Services (TECS) Program. The procurement includes various eye examination equipment, such as a digital phoropter, auto kerato-refractometer, and slit lamp, all designed to fit within the clinic's limited space while enhancing patient care capabilities. This initiative aims to improve eye care services through advanced technology, with a requirement for delivery and installation within 90 days of contract award. Interested parties must submit their responses, including business size and product specifications, by January 24, 2025, to the Contracting Officer, Ryan Singletary, at ryan.singletary@va.gov.

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    Ryan SingletaryContracting Officer
    (202) 745-8000
    ryan.singletary@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the procurement of a compact eye exam lane for the Charlotte Hall VA Clinic as part of the Technology-based Eye Care Services (TECS) Program. This RFI is intended to gather information on potential qualified suppliers and their capabilities without constituting a solicitation. Interested parties are encouraged to provide documentation regarding their business size, product specifications, and pricing for market research purposes. The scope of work includes the supply of various eye examination equipment, including a digital phoropter, auto kerato-refractometer, and slit lamp, all within a compact design suitable for the clinic's spatial constraints. The contractor must ensure product delivery and installation within 90 days of contract award and is responsible for providing training to clinic staff. The submission deadline for responses is January 24, 2025. This document highlights the VA's efforts to enhance eye care services through advanced technology while adhering to procurement protocols and potential sources for the required equipment.
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