6530--VISN 1 2025 ISOTOUR Mattresses and Pumps
ID: 36C24125Q0169Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241)TOGUS, ME, 04330, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

HOSPITAL FURNITURE, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, AND SUPPLIES (6530)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Dec 30, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Dec 30, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 7, 2025, 6:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the acquisition of brand name ISOTOUR mattresses and pumps, which are critical for patient care within their facilities. The procurement requires the contractor to provide installation and associated services from January 20, 2025, to December 31, 2025, ensuring compliance with VA regulations and the use of FDA-approved equipment. This contract is an unrestricted acquisition with a focus on small business participation, particularly from service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, and mandates that only new equipment from authorized manufacturers be supplied. Interested parties should contact Contract Specialist Chadwin P Walker at Chadwin.Walker@va.gov for further details and to ensure compliance with the outlined requirements.

Point(s) of Contact
Chadwin WalkerContracting Specialist
(203) 932-5711
chadwin.walker@va.gov
Files
Title
Posted
Dec 30, 2024, 8:05 PM UTC
The presolicitation notice outlines the Department of Veterans Affairs' intent to procure ISOTOUR mattresses and pumps specifically from a single brand for VISN 1 in fiscal year 2025. The solicitation number is 36C24125Q0169, with a response deadline of January 7, 2025. The purchase, categorized under product service code 6530 and NAICS code 339112, entails acquiring a total of 100 items: 40 ISOTOUR mattresses, 40 pumps, and other associated components. The government intends to utilize FAR 6.302-1, which allows for negotiations with only one responsible source when no other options meet the requirements. Interested parties are invited to submit relevant documentation to assist in market research by the specified response date. The notice emphasizes that this is not a competitive proposal request, and no solicitations are currently available. Responses are directed to the contracting specialist, Chadwin Walker, at VA Connecticut. The notice serves to inform potential suppliers about the upcoming requirement and allows the government to assess whether an open market procurement may be feasible.
Jan 7, 2025, 7:04 PM UTC
The document outlines a government Request for Proposal (RFP) by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for acquiring brand name ISOTOUR mattresses and pumps. The RFP specifies that the contractor must provide installation and associated services between January 20, 2025, and December 31, 2025. The contract is designated as an unrestricted acquisition with a focus on small business participation, particularly for service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. It details the required delivery schedule, with all items to be shipped to the West Haven VAMC. The proposal emphasizes compliance with VA regulations, including safety measures, training, and the necessity for FDA-approved equipment. The contractor is responsible for labor, materials, and training while ensuring the proper removal of trade-in equipment. It mandates that only new equipment from authorized manufacturers is supplied, prohibiting gray market items. The document incorporates various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses and specific VA requirements relevant to small businesses, emphasizing the contractor’s adherence to standards and conditions defined by federal law. Overall, the document is comprehensive in defining the expectations regarding the acquisition of medical equipment for the VA, underlining both procedural requirements and performance expectations.
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