6550--Lab Supplies - (Radiopharm) |
ID: 36C24425I0218Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

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

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Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing (325412)

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IN VITRO DIAGNOSTIC SUBSTANCES, REAGENTS, TEST KITS AND SETS (6550)

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https://sam.gov/opp/84f551d7279a435a81714fa7327567f8/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking vendors to provide Radiopharmaceutical I-123 Ioflupane (DaTscan) for the Philadelphia Veterans Affairs Medical Center. This Sources Sought Notice (Solicitation Number: 36C24425I0218) aims to gather information on suppliers' capabilities, including their DUNS Number and compliance with regulatory standards set by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and FDA, to ensure timely delivery of essential radiopharmaceuticals for imaging services related to parkinsonian syndrome assessment. Interested vendors must be able to meet key delivery requirements, including next-day delivery during work hours and emergency deliveries within 45 minutes, with responses due by December 27, 2024. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Contracting Officer Amanda Saunders at amanda.saunders@va.gov or (412) 822-3731.

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    Amanda SaundersContracting Officer
    (412) 822-3731
    amanda.saunders@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a Sources Sought Notice (Solicitation Number: 36C24425I0218) to identify vendors for the provision of Radiopharmaceutical I-123 Ioflupane (DaTscan) for the Philadelphia Veterans Affairs Medical Center. This notice is purely for market research and planning purposes, and no formal quotes are being requested at this time. Suppliers are invited to respond with their capabilities, DUNS Number, and information related to their ability to provide the specified radiopharmaceuticals. Key delivery requirements include next-day delivery during work hours and emergency deliveries within 45 minutes. Vendors must comply with various regulatory standards, including those set by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and FDA. Responses are due by December 27, 2024, with specific formatting guidelines for submissions. The notice emphasizes the need for accurate documentation and quality control practices in delivering and returning radiopharmaceuticals. The information gathered will aid in determining the future solicitation announcement. Overall, the purpose is to ensure the Veterans Affairs Medical Center can provide necessary imaging services for the assessment of parkinsonian syndrome through the acquisition of essential radiopharmaceuticals.
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