6530--Ultrasonic Cleaner
ID: 36C24425Q0343Type: Sources Sought
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

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Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

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HOSPITAL FURNITURE, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, AND SUPPLIES (6530)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking potential sources for the procurement of a floor-mounted ultrasonic cleaner, specifically the Getinge Model 1522-TRT or an equivalent system, for use at the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center in Pennsylvania. The ultrasonic cleaner must meet specific requirements, including compatibility with Reverse Osmosis/Deionized water systems and the ability to handle complex surgical instruments, which are critical for reprocessing reusable medical devices. Interested parties are invited to submit company information, product descriptions, and feedback on the requirements by February 12, 2025, with responses directed to the designated contracting officer, Christina Gennaoui, at christina.gennaoui@va.gov. This notice serves as a Sources Sought announcement for planning purposes only, and there is no obligation for a contract award.

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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice for the procurement of a floor-mounted ultrasonic cleaner designed for reprocessing reusable medical devices at the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center in Pennsylvania. The aim is to gather information and identify potential sources capable of supplying the specified equipment, specifically the Getinge Model 1522-TRT or an equivalent system. The ultrasonic cleaner must meet specific requirements, including dimensions, compatibility with Reverse Osmosis/Deionized water systems, and the capability to handle complex surgical instruments. Interested parties must respond with company information, size status, product descriptions, and any feedback on the requirements. Additionally, respondents need to specify if the product is manufactured in the U.S., its lead time, subcontracting plans, and pricing information. This notice is purely for planning purposes, and there is no obligation for a contract award. Responses are due by February 12, 2025, and should be directed to the designated contracting officer. The notice emphasizes the importance of clearly identifying proprietary information in any responses submitted.
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