6515--Columbia VA Health Care System Home Oxygen Services
ID: 36C24724Q1029Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247)AUGUSTA, GA, 30904, USA

NAICS

Home Health Equipment Rental (532283)

PSC

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

Set Aside

Veteran-Owned Small Business Set-Aside (specific to Department of Veterans Affairs) (VSA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e017cafccefe47efb3478b8597a6800e/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified Services-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) to provide Home Oxygen Services for the Columbia VA Health Care System. The procurement aims to ensure the delivery of home oxygen services and supplies to approximately 1,500 Veterans, emphasizing compliance with Joint Commission standards and the provision of timely emergency deliveries within four hours. Interested parties must submit their company information, capability statements, and relevant experience narratives by September 20, 2024, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time, to Contract Specialist Leonard Robinson at leonard.robinson@va.gov. This opportunity is part of the VA's commitment to enhancing home care for Veterans while adhering to established safety and care standards.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Leonard RobinsonContract Specialist
    404-321-6111 x5508
    leonard.robinson@va.gov
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    36C24724Q1029.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to gather insights on potential sources for Home Oxygen Services for the Columbia VA Health Care System. This notice is solely for market research purposes and is not a solicitation for bids. The VA is particularly interested in responses from Services-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) capable of delivering the required services. Interested parties are instructed to provide specific company information, including name, address, and capability statements, alongside a narrative of relevant experience. The deadline for responses is set for September 20, 2024, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. The notice emphasizes that responses will be utilized to inform future procurement decisions and that any subsequent solicitation announcement will be published separately. The VA aims to ensure compliance with NAICS code 532283, which pertains to the rental of home health equipment, indicating the project’s scale and requirements. Additionally, responses marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly to safeguard the respondents' interests.
    STATEMENT OF WORK.docx
    The Statement of Work (SOW) for Home Oxygen and Ventilator Services at the Columbia VA Health Care System outlines the requirements for providing home oxygen services to Veterans. The document emphasizes compliance with Joint Commission standards and covers program management, logistics, and delivery processes. The contractor must have a business location within a 50-mile radius of the VA facility and maintain a sufficient inventory of portable oxygen equipment. Services will cater to approximately 1,500 patients across designated counties, with provisions for emergency deliveries within four hours. The contractor is responsible for equipment setup, servicing, and patient education, ensuring safety procedures are followed, especially concerning COVID-19 guidelines. Key elements include maintaining communication with the VA regarding delivery status, patient education on safe oxygen use, and timely reporting of any service disruptions or patient refusals. Furthermore, the contractor must demonstrate competency through employee training, report service performance quarterly, and maintain compliance with infection control policies. Overall, this SOW underscores the VA's commitment to enhancing Veterans' home care while ensuring efficient operations and adherence to established safety and care standards. This initiative aligns with the government’s goal of providing reliable health services to Veterans in need.
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