6530--Desktop Magnifiers
ID: VA-25-00048561Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

HOSPITAL FURNITURE, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, AND SUPPLIES (6530)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f97da3ce2fd640bda66b1cee8a262720/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking potential sources for the provision of seven desktop magnifiers for the Wilmington VA Medical Center's Sterile Processing Service (SPS). These magnifiers are essential for staff to inspect surgical instruments for cleanliness and defects, thereby enhancing patient safety and efficiency in instrument preparation. The required devices must meet specific salient characteristics, including a minimum magnification of 2.0X, Full HD 1080P auto-focus cameras, and adjustable viewing modes and brightness. Interested parties must respond with company information, product details, and pricing by March 3, 2025, and can contact Christina Gennaoui at christina.gennaoui@va.gov for further inquiries.

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    Christina Gennaoui
    christina.gennaoui@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), through its Network Contracting Office 4 (NCO 4), is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential sources for the provision of seven desktop magnifiers necessary for the Wilmington VA Medical Center's Sterile Processing Service (SPS). These devices will assist staff in inspecting surgical instruments for cleanliness and defects, thereby enhancing patient safety and efficiency in instrument preparation. The required brand or equal items should have specific salient characteristics, including a minimum magnification of 2.0X, Full HD 1080P auto-focus cameras, and adjustable viewing modes and brightness. Interested parties must respond with company information, size status representation, product details, and feedback on the specifications, as well as anticipated delivery times and pricing, which will only be used for market research purposes. This notice, strictly for information and planning, does not constitute a solicitation or obligation on the part of the VA. Responses must be submitted in writing by March 3, 2025. Participants should ensure proper marking of proprietary information as the government will maintain confidentiality as per its regulations.
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