6515--AC3 Optimus Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump System MEDVAMC See Attached/Within for details
ID: 36C25625Q0616Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256)RIDGELAND, MS, 39157, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ba28248a40c143a29578a6dac7200527/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking information from potential suppliers for the AC3 Optimus Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump System intended for the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center (MEDVAMC). This Sources Sought Notice aims to assess market capabilities and gather insights on innovative medical equipment solutions that can enhance patient care, with specific requirements outlined for manufacturers and distributors. The procurement process emphasizes small business participation to ensure competitive pricing and compliance with the Non-Manufacturer Rule. Interested vendors must submit their responses by March 14, 2025, at 4 PM Central Time, and can direct inquiries to Contracting Officer Steven A. Berkeley at Steven.berkeley@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Steven A. BerkeleyContracting Officer
    Steven.berkeley@va.gov
    Steven.berkeley@va.gov
    Files
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    36C25625Q0616.docx
    The Sources Sought Notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs requests information regarding the AC3 Optimus Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump System for the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center (MEDVAMC). The notice, categorized under the product service code 6515 and NAICS code 339112, seeks potential suppliers who can meet the specific requirements outlined in the attached document. The response deadline for interested parties is set for March 14, 2025, at 4 PM Central Time. Interested vendors are encouraged to reach out to the contracting officer, Steven A. Berkeley, via the provided email for further inquiries. This notice indicates the VA's intent to gather insights from the market before formal procurement actions, emphasizing their need for innovative medical equipment solutions aimed at enhancing patient care.
    Sources Sought - Aortic Ballon Pump System - MEDVAMC.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs, through Network Contracting Office 16, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) as a preliminary step to source potential vendors for the procurement of the AC3 Optimus Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump System and associated equipment for the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center. This RFI is intended to assess market capabilities and is not a solicitation for bids or proposals. Vendors are asked to provide documentation confirming the manufacturing location, business size compliance with the Non-Manufacturer Rule, and authorization as distributors of the required OEM parts. Additionally, responses should include estimated market pricing to inform the procurement strategy. The RFI encourages small business participation to ensure competitive pricing. The deadline for RFI responses is March 14, 2025, with specific submission formatting requirements outlined. This document serves to gather pertinent information and is part of the VA's broader effort in strategic procurement planning.
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