6515--New-FY25-Pneumatic Tube System
ID: 36C25725Q0222Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)ARLINGTON, TX, 76006, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/90f005ba567e4460ac8ce612e2dac54f/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting a Sources Sought notice for the procurement of a Pneumatic Tube System to replace the Pharmacy Service Station at the Audie L. Murphy VA Hospital in San Antonio, Texas. The project requires the delivery of two Nexus Station Core Assemblies to the Engineering Department within 60 days of contract award, emphasizing the need for compliance with federal requirements and verification of equipment upon delivery. This procurement is particularly focused on engaging Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses and other small manufacturers or authorized distributors, with responses due by 3:00 PM Central Time on January 13, 2025. Interested parties should contact Francisco J Mendoza at Francisco.Mendoza@va.gov or (713) 791-1414 for further details and submission guidelines.

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    Francisco J MendozaContract Specialist
    (713) 791-1414
    Francisco.Mendoza@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking sources for the procurement of a Pneumatic Tube System to replace the Pharmacy Service Station. The project involves supplying two Nexus Station Core Assemblies to the Engineering Department, with delivery to the Audie L. Murphy VA Hospital in San Antonio, Texas, required within 60 days of contract award. Interested businesses are encouraged to respond by January 13, 2025, and must provide specific information regarding their capability to fulfill the requirements, including proof of authorized distribution and estimated pricing. The notice aims to gather information for determining the procurement strategy, emphasizing interest in Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses and other small manufacturers or distributors. Responses should include detailed business information and, if applicable, existing relevant contract numbers. This Sources Sought Notice is not a solicitation but serves as a preliminary step in assessing market capability and planning for future procurement actions.
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