6515--Interacoustics EP25 Eclipse | 646-25-2-233-0203 |
ID: 36C24425Q0499Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, 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)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7a4361b0ab9b4db1b6414f659ddb531c/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the procurement of one Interacoustics EP25 Eclipse ABR system, intended for use at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System to evaluate veterans' hearing capabilities. This requirement emphasizes the need for a brand-name product, and bidders must provide a Letter of Authorization from the original equipment manufacturer as part of their submission. The contract aims to enhance the medical services provided to veterans by ensuring access to advanced audiology equipment. Interested parties should submit their quotations by 4:30 PM EST on April 4, 2025, to Contract Specialist Nathan Lohr at nathan.lohr@va.gov, with all previously submitted quotations remaining valid under the amended timeline.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Nathan LohrContract Specialist
    (412) 628-3595
    nathan.lohr@va.gov
    Files
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    36C24425Q0499_2.docx
    The document is a Presolicitation Notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) concerning a procurement for the Interacoustics Eclipse EP25 system. It announces that the solicitation number 36C24425Q0499 is set to be released on or around March 19, 2025, with a response deadline of March 21, 2025. The contract is exclusively set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), aligning with federal procurement policies aimed at supporting veteran entrepreneurs. The procurement falls under NAICS code 334510, which pertains to the manufacture of medical instruments. Interested contractors must monitor the Contract Opportunities website for updates and obtain solicitation materials. Inquiries should be directed in writing to Contract Specialist Nathan Lohr, emphasizing the need for official registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to bidding. The notice clarifies that this document does not obligate the government to issue a contract and that the procurement process involves strict adherence to official communication protocols. This presolicitation represents the preliminary step in a competitive procurement cycle for necessary medical equipment within the VA system.
    36C24425Q0499.pdf
    This document outlines a federal solicitation for the procurement of specific medical equipment, primarily the Interacoustics EP25 Eclipse System, through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The solicitation details the contractual obligations, delivery timelines, and eligibility criteria, emphasizing the requirement for bidders to provide a Letter of Authorization from the original equipment manufacturer. The due date for quotations is set for March 28, 2025, by 16:30 EDT, and submissions must be sent via email to the designated contract specialist. The solicitation specifies the contractor's responsibilities, including compliance with various contract clauses and payment processes, specifically requiring electronic funds transfer for payments. It categorizes the acquisition as unrestricted but highlights opportunities for small business participation in set-asides, particularly for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. Additionally, the document incorporates clauses that ensure compliance with federal regulations and standards for commercial products and services, including requiring the provision of operation and maintenance manuals for the equipment. Overall, this contract aims to enhance the medical capabilities of the VA by ensuring the acquisition of new, compliant medical technologies, thereby supporting the healthcare needs of veterans effectively.
    36C24425Q0499 0001.pdf
    The document serves as an amendment to a solicitation by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically for the Network Contracting Office 4 related to project number 36C24425Q0499. The primary purpose of this amendment is to extend the deadline for submitting offers/quotations from the initial date to 4:30 PM EST on April 4, 2025. No further action is required from bidders, as all previously submitted quotations remain valid. The amendment reiterates essential instructions for acknowledging receipt of the changes and clarifies that offers must be submitted within the new timeframe. For any inquiries regarding the solicitation, the contact is Nathan Lohr, a Contract Specialist at the VA. This amendment demonstrates the VA's commitment to clear communication with potential contractors and ensuring an efficient bidding process.
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