Eye Pill Counter
ID: 36C25225Q0215_1Type: Solicitation
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, USA

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Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

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MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to procure an Eye Pill Counter, specifically the proprietary EYECON 9420 system, to replace the outdated EYECON 9400 system at Lovell FHCC. This procurement is critical for maintaining patient safety and operational efficiency within the inpatient pharmacy, as the unique software and functionality of the EYECON 9420 are essential for effective pharmacy operations. The contract is set to be awarded on February 14, 2025, with proposals due by February 21, 2025, and is open to small businesses, including service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. Interested parties can contact Vernise L Newton at vernise.newton@va.gov or call 414-844-4850 for further details.

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    This document outlines a government contract from the Department of Veterans Affairs, focusing on the procurement of specific medical supplies and services. The primary aim is to secure an Eye Pill Counter, designated by brand name only, along with a monthly subscription, through a solicitation process. Key details include the effective award date of February 14, 2025, and the offer due date scheduled for February 21, 2025. The contract specifies eligibility and set-aside requirements aimed at small businesses, including service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. The submission process mandates electronic invoicing, emphasizes compliance with federal regulations, and includes clauses regarding inspection, acceptance, and payment protocols. The contractor is responsible for ensuring that no gray market or counterfeit items are supplied. This solicitation reflects the government's commitment to supporting small businesses while ensuring high standards of compliance and accountability in procurement, particularly for products and services critical to veterans' healthcare.
    This document outlines the justification for a single-source procurement by the US Department of Veterans Affairs' Great Lakes Acquisition Center for the replacement of the inpatient pharmacy's pill counting system at Lovell FHCC. The current system, EYECON 9400, is obsolete, necessitating the acquisition of the proprietary EYECON 9420 system from Avery Weigh-Tronix, LLC / Scriptpro. The justification emphasizes that the unique software and functionality of the EYECON 9420 are critical for ensuring patient safety and operational efficiency, as adopting an alternative system could lead to complications in training and procedural standards. Market research indicated a limited availability of vendors able to meet these specifications, with only one small business being identified as authorized to supply the required system. The documentation includes a certification by the contracting officer affirming the accuracy of the justification in accordance with established federal acquisition regulations. This procurement illustrates the VA's commitment to maintaining high standards of care through the consistent and reliable functioning of its pharmacy services.
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