NX EQ Ophthalmic Perimeters
ID: 36C10G25Q0070Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/47ae77e661cd487daa592ac999dac557/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified suppliers to provide Ophthalmic Perimeters, specifically the Zeiss Humphrey® Field Analyzer 3 (HFA3) and related equipment, through a Sources Sought Notice issued by the Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC). This procurement aims to identify vendors capable of meeting the Veterans Health Administration's (VHA) requirements for these essential medical devices, which are critical for diagnosing and monitoring visual field conditions such as glaucoma and brain strokes. The anticipated contract will be a single Requirements Contract with firm-fixed-price orders over a 12-month base period, with four optional renewal periods, and interested vendors must submit their responses by April 10, 2024, to the designated contacts, Alex Beck and Sara Vickroy, via email.

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    Alex Beck
    Alex.Beck1@va.gov
    Sara Vickroy
    Sara.Vickroy@va.gov
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    36C10G25Q0070 NX EQ Ophthalmic Perimeters Sources Sought.docx
    The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC) has issued a Sources Sought Notice to identify suppliers capable of providing Ophthalmic Perimeters, specifically the Zeiss Humphrey® Field Analyzer 3 (HFA3) and related equipment. This market research aims to gauge vendor resources and capabilities to support the Veterans Health Administration’s need for these medical devices. The anticipated contract will involve a single Requirements Contract with firm-fixed-price orders over a 12-month base period and four optional renewal periods. Vendors must meet specific salient characteristics, such as automated eye tracking, the capacity for both static and kinetic perimetry, DICOM compatibility, and provision of warranty services. Companies interested in responding must detail their offerings, service plans, and technical literature proving compliance with the stated requirements. This notice serves solely for planning purposes and does not guarantee any forthcoming solicitation or contract award. Responses must be submitted by April 10, 2024, highlighting the importance of transparency and engagement in this procurement process while underscoring the VA's commitment to acquiring necessary equipment for effective patient care.
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