4310--Sources Sought Hospital duplex vacuum condensate system replacement [Brand Name or Equal]
ID: 36C25225Q0450Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

COMPRESSORS AND VACUUM PUMPS (4310)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified vendors for the replacement of the hospital duplex vacuum condensate system at the Jesse Brown Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The procurement seeks a combination vacuum and condensate system that meets specific technical requirements, including two vacuum pumps and high-temperature condensate pumps, with detailed electrical specifications. This equipment is crucial for maintaining efficient hospital operations and ensuring patient safety. Interested firms, particularly Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses and Veteran Owned Small Businesses, must submit their qualifications and capability statements to Contracting Officer Matthew Hohl by May 19, 2025, to be considered for this opportunity.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Matthew HohlContracting Officer
    Matthew.Hohl@va.gov
    Matthew.Hohl@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a Sources Sought Notice to assess the interest and qualifications of vendors for the replacement of the hospital duplex vacuum condensate system at the Jesse Brown Veterans Affairs Medical Center. This solicitation, identified by number 36C25225Q0450, seeks responses from Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses, Veteran Owned Small Businesses, and other small and large businesses capable of supplying the specified equipment. Key requirements include a combination vacuum and condensate system with specific technical characteristics, such as two vacuum pumps, high temperature condensate pumps, and precise electrical specifications. Interested firms must provide detailed information, including their business classification, capability statements, and documentation proving authorization as distributors. Responses are to be directed to Contracting Officer Matthew Hohl by May 19, 2025, demonstrating the government's effort to conduct market research for this acquisition under NAICS code 339112, which pertains to surgical and medical instrument manufacturing. This notice serves not as a request for quotes but as a preliminary inquiry to gauge market capabilities before proceeding with the potential contract award.
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