The document is a Request for Information (RFI) from the Department of Veterans Affairs concerning the procurement of TAVR TEE Probes, identified by solicitation number 36C26225Q0193. The RFI aims to gather information ahead of the contract award, specifically for the VA Southern Arizona Healthcare System located in Tucson, AZ. The submission deadline for responses is December 5, 2024, at 4:00 PM Pacific Time. The contracting office is situated at VA Network Contracting Office 22 in Long Beach, CA. Bridgett Sharma is the designated contracting specialist, and interested parties should communicate via email rather than phone calls. The correspondence exhibits no recovery act funds associated with this RFI and is designated under the product service code 6525, with a NAICS code of 334517. The document emphasizes the importance of vendor participation to fulfill the bureau's needs for advancing medical technology and services for veterans.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for a transesophageal (TEE) probe compatible with the Philips EPIQ cardiac ultrasound machine. This RFI aims to collect information on supplier capabilities, size classification, and pricing for planning purposes only, emphasizing that it does not constitute a solicitation for a contract.
Interested respondents must provide details about their capability to meet specific technical requirements for the TEE probe, such as frequency range, element count, and integration capabilities with existing systems at the VA Southern Arizona Healthcare System. Additionally, responses should include business classification, compliance with the Non-Manufacturer Rule, potential FDA clearances, and lead time for delivery.
The deadline for submissions is set for December 5, 2024, and responses should be sent via email to the designated contact. This initiative is part of the VA’s strategic acquisition planning to ensure appropriate procurement practices while engaging with potential vendors to assess market readiness and capability. The RFI serves as a preliminary step in the acquisition process, guiding future solicitations based on the feedback received.