6515--Hopkins Telescopes
ID: 36C25625Q1202Type: 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)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5646201fce5446a0b5308aee7d430dfc/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking responses to a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) for the procurement of Hopkins telescopes, which are essential for surgical visualization during endoscopic procedures. The telescopes must meet specific technical requirements, including compatibility with STERRAD sterilization systems, a diameter of 5mm, and a length of 24 cm, and are intended to enhance the quality of healthcare services provided to veterans. Interested vendors are required to submit detailed company information and prior experience with VA contracts by 4:00 PM on August 8, 2025, to the Contract Specialist, Carmyn E Williams, at Carmyn.Williams@va.gov. This notice is for market research purposes only and does not obligate the government to procure the items.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Carmyn E WilliamsContract Specialist
    (713) 799-0795
    Carmyn.Williams@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) regarding Hopkins telescopes intended for surgical visualization during endoscopic procedures. The notice, which is for market research and does not obligate the government to procure items, specifies that telescopes must be compatible with STERRAD sterilization systems and include certain technical specifications, such as being 5mm in diameter and 24 cm in length. Companies interested in responding are required to provide detailed company information, including business type and previous experience with VA contracts. Responses should be submitted via email by August 8, 2025. The VA emphasizes that all responses will be used solely for planning purposes and that participation lacks entitlement to reimbursement. This procurement aligns with objectives to enhance healthcare services provided to veterans, highlighting the VA's focus on acquiring quality medical instruments while promoting engagement with various business entities.
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