Q999--Oxygen Delivery Services for VISN 12
ID: 36C25225Q0459Type: Sources Sought
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, USA

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Home Health Care Services (621610)

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MEDICAL- OTHER (Q999)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified organizations to provide Home Oxygen Delivery Services for Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 12, which encompasses multiple VA medical facilities across Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan. The procurement aims to identify suppliers capable of delivering comprehensive services, including travel, setup, installation, management of oxygen delivery systems, and patient education. These services are crucial for ensuring veterans receive the necessary respiratory support and care, adhering to stringent quality and safety standards. Interested parties must submit their organizational details and tailored capability statements by 10:00 AM Central Time on May 29, 2025, to the designated contract specialist, Joni Dorr, at joni.dorr@va.gov. There is no current solicitation, and participation in this market research is voluntary.

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    Contract SpecialistJoni Dorr
    414-844-4800x43248
    joni.dorr@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified organizations for Home Oxygen Delivery Services within Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 12, which includes multiple VA medical facilities across Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan. This notice aims to gather information about potential suppliers' capacity to deliver services including travel, setup, installation, and supply management of oxygen delivery systems. Interested parties are invited to submit their organizational details and capability statements by the specified deadline of May 29, 2025. This procurement may be structured as a small business set-aside or full and open competition based on the responses received. The document emphasizes that there is no current solicitation, and participation is voluntary. Responses must be sent via email to the designated contract specialist, Joni Dorr, who is the point of contact for this opportunity. The summary encapsulates the scope of services required and the approach to market research without committing to a proposal at this stage.
    The VISN 12 Outpatient Respiratory Equipment and Services Contract outlines the responsibilities of the contractor to deliver comprehensive Home Oxygen Delivery Services for veterans across designated medical centers in VISN 12, which include facilities in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan. Key responsibilities include the installation and management of respiratory equipment, provision of necessary supplies, patient education, and follow-up assessments. The contractor must ensure the proper setup of various oxygen delivery systems, including concentrators and ventilators, aligning with each patient's prescription and needs. The document specifies geographic service areas, inventory management practices for government-furnished equipment, and details operational requirements like patient assessments, education, and safety evaluations, especially targeting high fire risk situations. The contractor must adhere to stringent quality standards, including compliance with regulatory agencies and maintaining timely communication with VA Medical Centers. Overall, the contract reflects the government's commitment to providing essential respiratory services to veterans while ensuring safety, adherence to protocol, and high service standards. The structured format includes sections on objectives, inventory management, estimated monthly quantities, equipment specifications, patient education, and emergency response protocols. This approach emphasizes the importance of structured, cohesive service delivery aimed at enhancing veteran care.
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