6515--NX EQ Otoscope Ophthalmoscope Sets (VA-25-00012519)
ID: 36C10G25Q0008Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFSTRATEGIC ACQUISITION CENTER FREDERICKSBURG (36C10G)FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22408, USA

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

PSC

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

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

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https://sam.gov/opp/01e2af259475452480e315066ae86e96/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified vendors capable of supplying Otoscope Ophthalmoscope Sets, specifically the Welch Allyn Green Series 777, for the Veterans Health Administration's Non-Expendable Equipment National Program. The procurement aims to secure a single Requirements Contract with Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) orders for the delivery of these medical instruments to VA medical centers nationwide, with an anticipated performance period of one base year and four optional years. These sets are critical for examining the eyes and ears of patients, aiding in the detection of various health conditions. Interested vendors must submit their responses by October 14, 2024, at 10:00 AM EST, to the designated contacts, Alanna Wilson and Sara Vickroy, via email, ensuring they meet the necessary qualifications and certifications as outlined in the notice.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Alanna WilsonContract Specialist
    (202) 316-4366
    Alanna.Wilson@va.gov
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