6515--Surgery Stepper & Stabilizer - SF 438-25-3-040-0071 - Supply - Deliver on/before 05/15/25
ID: 36C26325Q0592Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e10ba36c26a748788c25593d986f07d8/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified contractors to supply a Surgery Stepper and Stabilizer, with delivery required by May 15, 2025. This procurement aims to acquire equipment that supports the BK Medical Transducer model 8818, essential for performing biopsies and other medical procedures, featuring specifications such as secure mounting, longitudinal and rotational movement capabilities, and a rail mount with a locking mechanism. Interested contractors must submit their responses by March 25, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, and are encouraged to provide detailed company information, including socio-economic classifications, to assist the VA in identifying suitable partners for this healthcare requirement in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. For inquiries, contact Contract Specialist Marie Weathers at marie.weathers@va.gov or call 605-347-2511.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Marie WeathersContract Specialist
    (605) 347-2511
    marie.weathers@va.gov
    Files
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    Posted
    36C26325Q0592.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a Sources Sought Notice for the procurement of a Surgery Stepper and Stabilizer, to be delivered by May 15, 2025. This notice is aimed at gathering information on qualified contractors who can meet the specific requirements outlined under NAICS code 339112, which pertains to Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing. The equipment must support a BK Medical Transducer (model 8818) for performing biopsies and other procedures, featuring critical specifications such as secure mounting, longitudinal and rotational movement capabilities, and a rail mount with a locking mechanism. The required components include specific models of the stepper and stabilizer, as well as optional warranty and delivery terms. Contractors are expected to provide training for users, either in-person or virtually, and technical capabilities should be supported with a quick connection for stability during procedures. Proposals must be submitted by March 25, 2025, by 10:00 AM CST. This request serves as a preliminary inquiry to inform acquisition decisions rather than a formal solicitation, with the aim of identifying potential contracting partners for the VA's healthcare needs in Sioux Falls, SD.
    Response Form to Sources Sought Notice.pdf
    The document serves as a Sources Sought Information form for businesses interested in responding to government contracts. It requests detailed company information, including address, UEI number, point of contact, phone and email details. Businesses must specify their socio-economic classifications such as Small Business, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), and others relevant to federal contracting preferences. Additionally, the form requires companies to outline their capabilities by indicating the percentage they can complete as the prime contractor and the percentage they plan to subcontract. This structured information is vital as it aids government agencies in identifying potential contractors and assessing their qualifications for fulfilling specific contract requirements. It emphasizes the importance of socio-economic status in federal and state RFPs, facilitating efforts to support diverse business participation in government procurement processes.
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