6515--Brand Name or Equal | Universal Navlock Instrument Set (Neurosurgical Reuseable Medical Devices) | VA Palo Alto Health Care System
ID: 36C26125Q0163Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261)MATHER, CA, 95655, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/47af23e4955943158268130088ab973f/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the procurement of Universal Navlock Instrument Sets, which are reusable medical devices essential for neurosurgical procedures, through solicitation number 36C26125Q0163. The procurement is specifically set aside for small businesses, including service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, and requires that all products be original equipment manufacturer (OEM) items, prohibiting gray market or counterfeit supplies. The delivery period for the instruments is scheduled between January 15, 2025, and February 15, 2025, with shipments directed to the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. Interested vendors should contact Contract Specialist Tawnya S Krommenhoek at tawnya.krommenhoek@va.gov for further details, and proposals must be submitted by the deadline of January 15, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    David J. AlvarezContracting Officer
    Contract Specialist
    Tawnya Krommenhoek
    david.alvarez4@va.gov
    Files
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    36C26125Q0163_1.docx
    The Presolicitation Notice outlines a request for proposals (RFP) for the procurement of a Universal Navlock Instrument Set, classified as reusable neurosurgical medical devices, by the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. This solicitation, numbered 36C26125Q0163, is intended for submission by January 15, 2025, at 12 PM Pacific Time. The procurement falls under product service code 6515 and NAICS code 339112. The place of performance is the VA Palo Alto Health Care System located at 3801 Miranda Ave, Palo Alto, California. This opportunity is set aside for the Small Business Administration (SBA) and indicates an obligation from the contracting office, the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 21, in North Las Vegas, NV. Key contacts are provided, including Contracting Officer David J. Alvarez and Contract Specialist Tawnya Krommenhoek. This notice is part of the federal government's efforts to enhance healthcare services for veterans by ensuring procurement processes are transparent and accessible to qualified vendors.
    36C26125Q0163_2 RFQ.docx
    This document outlines a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs for the procurement of Universal Navlock Instruments. The proposal, numbered 36C26125Q0163, is issued by the Network Contracting Office 21, with a submission deadline of January 15, 2025. The acquisition is set aside for small businesses, specifically targeting various categories such as service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. The document details the items required, their quantities, manufacturer part numbers, and delivery protocols. The contractor must ensure that products are OEM items, with strict prohibitions against gray market or counterfeit supplies. The contract will be administered electronically, with invoices submitted after delivery and acceptance, and payments made via electronic funds transfer. Key clauses incorporated within the RFP stipulate compliance with federal acquisition regulations, provision for commercial products, and conditions for contract termination. The delivery period is between January 15, 2025, and February 15, 2025, with shipments directed to the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. The summary encapsulates the essential components of the procurement process while emphasizing compliance, delivery expectations, and vendor responsibilities, reflecting the government's commitment to maintaining transparency and integrity in its contracting procedures.
    36C26125Q0163.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research through a "Sources Sought Notice" for the procurement of a Universal Navlock Instrument Set, which includes reusable neurosurgical medical devices for the VA Palo Alto Healthcare System. The notice requests interested suppliers to demonstrate their capability to provide these instruments—either brand-name or equal. Responses should include company experience, business size, socio-economic status, and any relevant GSA schedules. The aim is to identify qualified sources, particularly small businesses and those classified as Service-Disabled/Veteran-Owned. The deadline for responses is December 16, 2024, by 12:00 PM Pacific Time, and interested vendors should submit their information to the designated contracting officers. The notice clarifies that it does not obligate the government to procure services and responses will not receive a follow-up unless a solicitation is issued. This effort supports the VA's commitment to enhancing healthcare services for veterans while ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations.
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