6515--689-25-2-7077-0026: Heart Lung Machines
ID: 36C24125Q0288Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)
Timeline
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    Posted Feb 26, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Feb 26, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Not available
Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking vendors to provide two Spectrum Medical Quantum Heart Lung Machines and associated equipment for the VA West Haven Healthcare System. This procurement aims to assess industry capabilities for supplying medical equipment that is compatible with existing systems and meets specific functionalities for patient safety. The Heart Lung Machines are critical for supporting patients during surgical procedures requiring cardiopulmonary bypass. Interested vendors must submit their qualifications, including proof of authorization from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and registration in the System for Award Management (SAM), by March 10th, 2025, via email to Contract Specialist Fred Revah at frederic.revah1@va.gov.

Point(s) of Contact
Fred RevahContract Specialist
(207) 623-8411
frederic.revah1@va.gov
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Feb 26, 2025, 5:06 PM UTC
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice for the procurement of two Spectrum Medical Quantum Heart Lung Machines and associated equipment for the VA West Haven Healthcare System. This announcement serves as a market research tool to assess industry capabilities and is not a solicitation for bids or proposals. Vendors must provide proof of authorization from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to distribute the products, and must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Interested firms should provide detailed information about their business, including size status, service area, and relevant documentation demonstrating their ability to deliver the requested equipment. The Heart Lung Machines must be compatible with existing systems and exhibit specific functionalities for patient safety. The responses will inform future solicitation processes but do not commit the government to any contract. The deadline for responses is March 10th, 2025, and all submissions must be made via email to the designated contact person.
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