The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), through its Network Contracting Office 19, is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to assess market capabilities regarding the supply of the Siemens Ysio Max X-Ray Tube for the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center. This announcement seeks information solely for planning purposes, and no contracts will be awarded based on responses. Interested vendors are invited to demonstrate their qualifications by providing specific information—such as company details, point of contact, unique entity identification, and their socioeconomic classification under small business programs. The notice specifies that responses must be submitted by February 18, 2025, and that vendors should refrain from including proprietary or sensitive information. The anticipated NAICS code for this procurement is 334517, related to irradiation apparatus manufacturing. The VA emphasizes that participation in this notice does not obligate the government to issue a formal solicitation or contract, maintaining flexibility in its acquisition approach.
The Eastern Colorado HealthCare System, represented by the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center, is soliciting a Firm-Fixed Contract for the procurement of one Siemens Ysio Max X-ray Tube (OPTITOP 150/40/80HC-100). The contract requires delivery within 30 days to the Aurora, CO VA Medical Center, adhering to specified hours and federal holiday exclusions. The contractor is tasked with providing operation and maintenance manuals in both physical and digital formats, along with a compilation of recommended maintenance schedules. Notably, security measures stipulate that contractors will not have access to VA computers or protected patient information, and the removal of equipment will preserve data security by ensuring any memory storage remains under VA control. Overall, this request outlines essential logistical and operational requirements while maintaining stringent security protocols, reflecting the VA's commitment to safeguarding sensitive information.