6515--BRAND NAME ONLY Steris Medivators
ID: 36C26324Q1069Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the procurement of six Steris Medivator Advantage Plus Endoscopic Reprocessors for the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. This equipment is critical for the Sterile Processing Services to uphold infection control standards for reusable medical devices, ensuring the safety and quality of healthcare services provided to veterans. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 339113, and interested vendors must monitor the announcement site for the official solicitation, which is expected to be released soon, with a response deadline set for September 13, 2024, at 16:30 Central Time. For inquiries, potential offerors should contact Contracting Officer Traci Johannes via email at traci.johannes@va.gov, as phone inquiries are not permitted.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Traci JohannesContracting Officer
    (320) 654-7635
    traci.johannes@va.gov
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    The document details a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for the procurement of six Steris Medivator Advantage Plus Endoscopic Reprocessors. This equipment is necessary for the Minneapolis VA Health Care System's Sterile Processing Services to maintain infection control standards for reusable medical devices. The contractor is expected to provide personnel, shipping, installation, training, and disposal of existing systems. The RFP outlines the delivery schedule, invoice submission requirements, and compliance with federal acquisition regulations, including various clauses related to contractor responsibilities and government rights. It emphasizes the need for equipment compatibility with existing systems and specifies the unique technical requirements for the devices. The document represents the VA's commitment to maintaining high standards in medical equipment management and enhancing healthcare services for veterans.
    This Presolicitation Notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs announces an upcoming procurement for the STERIS Medivators brand products, specifically for the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. The solicitation number is 36C26324Q1069, with a response deadline set for September 13, 2024, at 16:30 Central Time. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 339113, pertaining to Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing. Interested vendors must monitor the announcement site for the official solicitation and any amendments, which will not be distributed via other means. Questions regarding the procurement should be directed in writing to the Contracting Officer, Traci Johannes, at the provided email address; phone inquiries are not permitted. It is emphasized that this notice does not commit the government to contract awarding or cover proposal preparation costs. Furthermore, potential offerors must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) to qualify for bidding. This notice illustrates the government's procurement process and emphasizes the significance of maintaining compliance with formal guidelines.
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