6515--36C25625Q0504 Stimpods (VA-25-00044962) 580-25-2-167-0103
ID: 36C25625Q0504Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256)RIDGELAND, MS, 39157, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/48bd2bfc0f0242e7a22b3a6c7903e532/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking potential vendors for the procurement of Stimpods, specifically for the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas. The procurement includes electrode arrays and nerve stimulators, with vendors required to provide information on their compliance with small business regulations, capability to meet the requirements, and market pricing insights. This initiative is crucial for enhancing medical treatment options for veterans, ensuring that the VA can effectively serve its patient population. Interested vendors must submit their responses by February 20, 2025, and can contact Contract Specialist Frank Sanders at frank.sanders1@va.gov or (713) 791-1414 x 25729 for further details.

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    Frank SandersContract Specialist
    (713) 791-1414 x 25729
    frank.sanders1@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a Sources Sought Notice (RFI) for Stimpods, specifically for the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas. The notice aims to identify potential vendors and gather information that will inform the procurement strategy for an upcoming solicitation. The required items include electrode arrays and nerve stimulators, along with pertinent part numbers and quantities. Responses are requested from vendors to assess their compliance with small business regulations, capability to meet the requirements, and market pricing insights. Vendors must also confirm their business size status and provide documentation to demonstrate compliance with the Non-Manufacturer Rule (NMR) and authorization as an OEM distributor. The deadline for submissions is February 20, 2025, with specific formatting guidelines provided. The information will solely be used for market research and will not result in any commitment from the government. This process underscores the VA's efforts to establish a competitive market environment while ensuring compliance with federal procurement strategies.
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