Eyecon Pill Counting Systems
ID: 36C24425Q0512Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 26, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 26, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 9, 2025, 8:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the acquisition of two Eyecon 9430 Pill Counting Systems, specifically for the Altoona VA Medical Center's pharmacy. This procurement is set aside for small businesses and aims to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of prescription counting and validation, addressing current challenges that lead to patient complaints and delays. The systems must meet specific technical requirements, including image capture capabilities and software upgrades, and will come with a two-year warranty period to ensure operational reliability. Interested vendors should direct their inquiries to Contract Specialist Olivia Osborne at olivia.osborne@va.gov, with all questions due by 4:00 PM EST on April 2, 2025.

Point(s) of Contact
Olivia Osborne
olivia.osborne@va.gov
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Posted
Mar 26, 2025, 7:22 PM UTC
Mar 26, 2025, 7:22 PM UTC
The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) by the Department of Veterans Affairs for two Eyecon 9430 Pill Counting Systems, intended for the Altoona VA Medical Center's pharmacy. The acquisition is set aside for small businesses. Aiming to improve efficiency in managing controlled substances, the system will enhance accuracy in prescription counting and validation, which is currently a cumbersome process leading to patient complaints and delays. The vendor must provide systems that meet specified technical requirements, including image capture capabilities, multiple trays, and software upgrades for a two-year warranty period. Invoicing procedures will adhere to electronic payment protocols, emphasizing compliance with federal procurement regulations. The RFP highlights the government's commitment to optimizing operational processes while maintaining oversight and ensuring patient safety in drug handling practices.
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