Surgical Sponges X-Ray Detectable
ID: MS-2403-14Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA TROOP SUPPORTPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111, USA

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7c949935213f4c1ca0334392563bdca6/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support, is preparing to establish a Qualified Suppliers Listing (QSL) for X-Ray Detectable Surgical Sponges. This initiative aims to identify qualified suppliers capable of providing single-use, sterile surgical sponges made of 100% cotton with embedded radiopaque strands, which are critical for ensuring patient safety during surgical procedures. Interested suppliers must possess a Distribution and Pricing Agreement (DAPA) and comply with the Trade Agreements Act (TAA), with all submissions adhering to the DLA Medical/Surgical Prime Vendor (MSPV) program requirements. For further details, interested parties should monitor the beta.SAM.gov website, as the QSL Announcement is expected to be released around August 12, 2024, and inquiries can be directed to Tara J. Perrien at tara.perrien@dla.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    MMESO Enterprise Wide Standardization
    dha.detrick.med-log.mbx.mmeso@mail.mil
    Tara J. Perrien, Contracting Officer
    tara.perrien@dla.mil
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    QSL Notice of Intent (NOI) MS-2403-14 Surgical Sponges X-Ray Detectable.docx
    The Defense Health Agency (DHA) is preparing to issue a Sources Sought notification for establishing a Qualified Suppliers Listing (QSL) for X-Ray Detectable Surgical Sponges on or around August 12, 2024. This initiative, part of the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support Medical/Surgical Prime Vendor (MSPV) program, aims to identify qualified suppliers to provide single-use, sterile surgical sponges made of 100% cotton with embedded radiopaque strands. Suppliers must have a Distribution and Pricing Agreement (DAPA) and comply with the Trade Agreements Act (TAA). All submissions must comply with the DLA MSPV program, ensuring items are manufactured in TAA-compliant countries. The forthcoming QSL Announcement will provide more details, and interested parties are directed to the beta.SAM.gov website for updates. Notably, this notice serves informational purposes only and does not invite proposals or responses at this time.
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