The government document outlines a solicitation notice for a retinal camera, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The solicitation number is 36C26225Q0273, with responses due by March 5, 2025, at 16:00 Pacific Time. It pertains to a set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC) and indicates that Recovery Act Funds are not involved. The relevant Product Service Code is 6540, and the associated NAICS code is 339115.
The place of performance for the contract is the Loma Linda VA Health Care System. Interested parties are directed to see the attached RFQ document for additional details. The designated point of contact for the solicitation is Contract Specialist Hanan McCullick, reachable via the provided email.
This solicitation represents the VA's commitment to procuring medical equipment while ensuring that a portion of opportunities is accessible to veteran-owned businesses, aligning with federal contracting goals to support socioeconomically disadvantaged groups.
The Sources Sought Notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs aims to gather market research and identify Small Businesses, especially Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Veteran-Owned businesses, capable of supplying, installing, and maintaining a retinal camera system for the Loma Linda VA Medical Center. The notice outlines the requirements for interested contractors to respond by December 27, 2024, including providing company details, a capability statement, and information on their offered product and specifications.
The desired retinal camera must have several salient characteristics, including non-mydriatic imaging, auto-focus capabilities, small pupil mode, high image quality, a compact design, and advanced software compatibility. The response will help the government assess the availability of qualified small businesses for procurement decisions and determine potential set-asides. This source-sought notice emphasizes the government’s commitment to engaging small businesses during procurement processes. Registration in the SAM database is mandatory for offerors to provide goods and services to the government.
The document outlines a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically for the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System. The solicitation number is 36C26225Q0273, categorized under NAICS Code 339115 (Medical Equipment Manufacturing) and restricted to 100% participation by Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). Vendors must be verified as SDVOSB through VETBIZ.gov at the time of submission. The primary procurement involves specific medical equipment characterized by essential features such as non-mydriatic imaging, autofocus capabilities, high image quality, and compatibility with advanced software. The solicitation also details delivery requirements, invoicing procedures, and the importance of product safety compliance, including immediate notification of any recalls. Proposals should be submitted electronically by March 5, 2025, ensuring adherence to prescribed specifications and completion of necessary certifications. This solicitation emphasizes the VA’s commitment to utilizing SDVOSBs while maintaining strict procurement standards to ensure quality and safety in health-related supplies.