6515--EndoSuite Simulator
ID: 36C26226Q0111Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/ff01381de5a444fb8ae826ebf87451d7/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking information from potential sources for the procurement of an EndoSuite Simulator and its components for the Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center located in Long Beach, California. The simulator must meet specific salient characteristics, including features such as interchangeable cartridges, a 27-inch touchscreen, power foot switches, various scope types, and a comprehensive set of basic and advanced endoscopy modules for SAGES Fundamentals of Endoscopic Surgery (FES) testing. This procurement is crucial for enhancing the training and operational capabilities of medical staff, ensuring they are equipped with the latest technology for endoscopic procedures. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their capabilities and relevant information by December 19, 2025, at 12:00 PM PDT, to the primary contact, Israel Garcia, via email at Israel.Garcia2@va.gov.

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    ISRAEL GARCIACONTRACT SPECIALIST
    (562) 826-8000
    ISRAEL.GARCIA2@VA.GOV
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    This Sources Sought Notice/Request for Information (RFI) from the Department of Veterans Affairs seeks information on potential sources for an EndoSuite Simulator and its components for the Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center in Long Beach, CA. The VA is looking for a simulator that meets specific salient characteristics, including interchangeable cartridges, a 27-inch touchscreen, power foot switches, various scope types, and a comprehensive set of basic and advanced endoscopy modules for SAGES Fundamentals of Endoscopic Surgery (FES) testing. The RFI also requires trade-in credit for an existing Pentax Endo Trainer (Model: VE-G2, SN: SI1661), installation, setup, training, and continuous calibration and maintenance. This is solely for planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are due by December 19, 2025, at 12:00 PM PDT and should include company capabilities, business size status (NAICS 339112, size standard 1,000 employees), manufacturer/distributor information, compliance with regulations like the Buy American Act, lead time, FDA clearance, leasing options, government contract details, and general pricing.
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