Q521--Portable Sleep Studies
ID: 36C26225Q0479Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

NAICS

All Other Outpatient Care Centers (621498)

PSC

MEDICAL- PULMONARY (Q521)

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https://sam.gov/opp/0a6f72f6895144949b3088d14ff8c12c/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking contractors to provide portable home sleep study devices, specifically the WatchPAT One kit, as part of its initiative to enhance remote healthcare services for Veterans. The procurement aims to facilitate the delivery of disposable sleep study kits directly to Veterans' homes, allowing for remote diagnostic testing while minimizing face-to-face medical evaluations. This service includes 24/7 support for Veterans during the testing process, with collected data securely transmitted to physicians for review, ensuring compliance with user consent regulations. Interested parties should contact Contract Specialist Felicia L. Simpson at felicia.simpson@va.gov for further details regarding this solicitation.

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    Felicia SimpsonContract Specialist
    (480) 466-7919
    felicia.simpson@va.gov
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    36C26225Q0479_1.docx
    The Phoenix VA Health Care System (PVAHCS) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to procure portable home sleep study devices, specifically the WatchPAT One kit. As face-to-face medical evaluations are being minimized, the contractor will supply these disposable sleep study kits directly to Veterans' homes, thus facilitating remote diagnostic testing. The service includes 24/7 support for Veterans during the testing process, with data collected sent to a secure cloud for physician review. The RFI outlines specific tasks, including enterprise integration management, patient consultations, and management controls, ensuring seamless service delivery. Each sleep study will evaluate various health indicators using up to seven channels of data. Deliverables include monthly invoicing for services rendered and timely study reports. Security measures are highlighted, noting that data shared by patients must comply with user consent regulations. The document emphasizes the importance of efficient service during the ongoing transition to remote healthcare, reflecting the government's commitment to enhancing care accessibility for Veterans. Overall, this procurement process is designed to improve diagnostic capabilities while ensuring patient safety and convenience.
    36C26225Q0479.docx
    The document is a Sources Sought Notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs regarding the procurement of portable sleep study devices. The notice aims to gather information from potential vendors concerning their capabilities to fulfill the requirements outlined in the solicitation number 36C26225Q0479. Responses are due by 10:00 AM Mountain Time on February 19, 2025. The contracting office is located in Phoenix, Arizona, specifically at the Phoenix Veteran Affairs Healthcare System. The document indicates that the solicitation is not subject to Recovery Act funds and outlines the relevant product service code (Q521) and NAICS code (621498). The contact person for inquiries is Contract Specialist Felicia Simpson, whose email is provided for communication. This Sources Sought Notice serves as a preliminary step in the procurement process, enabling the contracting office to gauge interest and capability among vendors before issuing a formal Request for Proposal (RFP). Overall, it reflects the VA's ongoing commitment to improving healthcare services for veterans through strategic sourcing and partnerships with suppliers in the healthcare sector.
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