6540--Visulas Yag Laser - Columbus
ID: 36C25024Q1018Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250)DAYTON, OH, 45428, USA

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

PSC

OPHTHALMIC INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6540)

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https://sam.gov/opp/0e64431c1d7e4a7ba140858255b3a657/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to conduct a sole-source procurement for the Carl Zeiss Visulas Yag Laser system, required by the Chalmers P. Wylie Ambulatory Care Center in Columbus, Ohio, due to the end of life of the current laser. The procurement aims to enhance diagnostic care for veterans by enabling clinicians to perform essential eye treatments such as posterior capsulotomy and iridotomy with a modern and compact laser workstation. The unique characteristics of the Carl Zeiss Visulas Yag Laser limit availability to Carl Zeiss Meditec USA Inc. and its authorized distributor, PROAIM Americas, LLC, as no other suppliers can meet the specific functionality or compatibility needs with existing systems. Interested parties must submit their capabilities by September 11, 2024, to Contract Specialist DeJanee R. Evans at dejanee.evans@va.gov.

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    DeJanee R. EvansContract Specialist
    937-268-6511 x1524
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    dejanee.evans@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to conduct a sole-source procurement for the Carl Zeiss Visulas Yag Laser system, required by the Chalmers P. Wylie Ambulatory Care Center in Columbus, Ohio, due to the end of life of the current laser. The VA aims to negotiate exclusively with Carl Zeiss Meditec USA Inc. and its authorized distributor, PROAIM Americas, LLC, citing unique characteristics that limit availability to these sources. The new laser station will enhance diagnostic care by enabling clinicians to perform essential eye treatments such as posterior capsulotomy and iridotomy. The notice reveals that alternative suppliers could not meet specific functionality or compatibility needs with existing systems. Market research confirmed the proprietary nature of the laser system and revealed no other vendors could provide equivalent products. All inquiries regarding this procurement should be directed to Contract Specialist DeJanee R. Evans by the deadline of September 11, 2024. The document underscores the VA’s commitment to using targeted sourcing strategies to ensure high-quality care for veterans while minimizing operational disruptions.
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