Surgical Implantable Lenses
ID: W91YTZ25QA007Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW40M MRCO EASTFORT BELVOIR, VA, 22060-5580, USA

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Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing (339115)

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MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Womack Army Medical Center (WAMC), is seeking qualified vendors to establish Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for the procurement of FDA-approved trifocal intraocular lenses for surgical procedures. The primary objective is to supply these lenses for cataract treatment and vision correction, ensuring timely delivery and quality assurance for military healthcare operations over a performance period from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2028. These lenses are crucial for providing exceptional vision outcomes for active-duty soldiers and their families, significantly reducing the need for glasses post-surgery. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by January 22, 2025, and may direct inquiries to Kimberly Jackson at kimberly.r.jackson.civ@health.mil or Donna Blossom at donna.l.blossom.civ@health.mil, with a maximum funding limit of $720,000 for this procurement effort.

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    The Womack Army Medical Center (WAMC) requires a contractor to supply Implantable Surgical Lenses for eye surgeries, supporting patient care for Active-Duty soldiers and their families. The contract, managed by the Defense Health Agency Contracting Office, is set for approximately 36 months, commencing on February 1, 2025. The contractor must provide various types of lenses and surgical materials, fulfilling orders on a case-by-case basis for procedures like cataract surgeries, vitrectomy, and more. Supplies must be delivered to WAMC within 1 to 5 business days of ordering, with an ideally short turnaround time of 2-3 days. The contractor is responsible for managing inventory, proper packaging, and accepting returns of unused surgical lenses. Performance standards stipulate that delayed orders or damaged products could lead to contract termination. The summary includes specific lens models required, showcasing the need for a diverse inventory to meet varied surgical requirements. Overall, the document reflects a structured procurement process within a government RFP context, emphasizing timely delivery and quality assurance for medical supplies critical to military healthcare operations.
    The document outlines a solicitation for Implantable Surgical Lenses at the Womack Army Medical Center in Fort Liberty, NC, under solicitation number W91YTZ25QA007. The Medical Readiness Contracting Office intends to establish Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for the procurement of FDA-approved trifocal intraocular lenses, intended for cataract treatment and vision correction, over a performance period from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2028, with a maximum funding limit of $720,000. The solicitation is competitive and unrestricted, categorized under NAICS Code 339115 for Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by January 22, 2025, and may ask questions until January 15, 2025. The BPA will allow authorized individuals to purchase under specified financial limits, with all orders governed by Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). The document emphasizes compliance with privacy laws concerning Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and outlines guidelines for reporting and handling any breaches of data security. This procurement effort highlights the government's commitment to providing quality medical surgical supplies while maintaining regulatory and privacy compliance.
    This Request for Information (RFI) seeks input for supplying surgical lenses to the William Beaumont Army Medical Center's (WAMC) Operating Room, with a planned performance start date of approximately February 1, 2025. Interested suppliers must have a wide inventory of surgical lenses and materials including major brand names and customizable options. They should be able to fulfill orders electronically and deliver requested materials within 2-3 days, barring special circumstances. Respondents must provide company details, including point of contact, DUNS number, and socio-economic group by December 13, 2024. The RFI cites NAICS Code 339115 and indicates compliance with SAM registration for contractors justifying that participation is subject to regulatory requirements. No telephone inquiries will be entertained, with a formal solicitation expected to be posted on www.Sam.gov within the next few weeks. This document serves as a preliminary notice underscoring the government's interest in gathering information prior to an official solicitation process.
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