6515--NX EQ Pill Counters (VA-26-00033194)
ID: 36C10G26Q0031Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFSTRATEGIC ACQUISITION CENTER FREDERICKSBURG (36C10G)FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22408, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/d14542057c5741e5b163b46668ed512f/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified vendors to provide Capsa Healthcare® brand name or equal automated Pill Counters through a national Requirements contract. This procurement aims to identify sources capable of supplying these devices, which are essential for accurate counting and inventory control in pharmacy settings, along with related extended warranties for VA medical centers across the United States. The contract will be structured as a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) requirements contract with an initial 12-month base period and four optional 12-month periods, with submissions due by January 14, 2026, at 4:30 PM EST. Interested vendors must be registered in SAM.gov and provide detailed information regarding their capabilities, service plans, and compliance with specified salient characteristics, including automated counting functionality and compatibility with standard power outlets.

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    Jalima J. JonesContract Specialist
    Jalima.Jones@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice for a national Requirements contract for Capsa Healthcare® brand name or equal Pill Counters. This notice aims to identify qualified sources to provide automated pill counters and related extended warranties for VA medical centers nationwide. The contract will be a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) requirements contract with a 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods. Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov with NAICS code 339112 and meet specific salient characteristics for the pill counters, including automated counting of various sizes and shapes, a tray, compatibility with standard wall outlets, dimensions less than 30”H, 18”D, 12”W, weight less than 20 lbs., and a user display. Additionally, for the KL1Plus model, barcode scanning for verification and Pharmacy Management Software Interface are required. Submissions are due by January 14, 2026, at 4:30 PM EST and should include information on annual service plans, company details, business size, manufacturer/distributor status, country of origin, ability to provide national supply, technical literature demonstrating salient characteristics, and an Authorized Distributor Letter. This is a planning notice and does not guarantee a contract award.
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