6515--Fleet replacement of telemetry equipment, Shreveport, LA
ID: 36C25625Q0184Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

PSC

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

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking quotations for the replacement of telemetry equipment at the Overton Brooks VA Medical Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. This procurement is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and aims to acquire a new Patient Monitoring System, with a focus on brand name or equivalent Philips equipment that meets the required specifications for interoperability and advanced features. The new system is critical for enhancing patient care and operational efficiency, ensuring compliance with federal privacy regulations while providing necessary training for clinical staff. Interested vendors should contact Tammy DeMille at tammy.demille@va.gov or T Miller at t.miller@va.gov for further details, with a site visit scheduled for January 28, 2025, and installation expected within 90 days of contract award.

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    The document outlines the detailed structure and layout of the Overton Brooks Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) located at 510 E. Stoner Ave., Shreveport, LA. It provides a comprehensive design plan, featuring various areas such as healthcare floors, underground utilities, equipment rooms, storage spaces, and administrative offices spread across multiple levels, indicating a significant focus on healthcare service spaces. The presence of specific facilities like clinics, waiting areas, medical storage, and utility systems reflects a commitment to providing veteran healthcare services efficiently. Each level and room is identified with a unique alphanumeric code, suggesting a meticulous planning approach to organization and identification within the facility. The plan emphasizes operational functionality, compliance with healthcare standards, and responsiveness to the needs of veterans. The document's purpose aligns with government requirements for infrastructure planning, potentially as part of a Request for Proposal (RFP) or grant process aimed at enhancing Veterans Affairs services and facilities. Such planning is crucial to ensure that healthcare environments meet safety, accessibility, and operational efficiencies while adhering to federal standards and regulations, reflecting the government's dedication to veteran care.
    The document comprises a series of questions and responses related to the procurement process for telemetry and monitoring equipment at the Overton Brooks VA Medical Center. The main focus is on addressing vendor concerns about the specifications outlined in the Request for Proposal (RFP). Key discussions revolve around the removal or adjustment of overly stringent technical specifications that may hinder fair competition among manufacturers. Specifically, there are inquiries about the necessity of specific hardware dimensions, the requirements for wireless communication standards, and trade-in processes, leading to clarifications on central station needs, telemetry transmitter requirements, and other monitoring capabilities. Several sections emphasize minimizing restrictive benchmarks while ensuring essential clinical functionalities, revealing the VA's flexibility in its procurement approach. Additionally, practical details regarding the number of required monitors, their operational capabilities, and logistical considerations such as equipment trade-ins and staff training for the new systems are addressed. The responses indicate an aim to balance regulatory compliance with operational efficiency, ensuring that the equipment procured meets clinical needs without being unnecessarily restrictive. Overall, the document facilitates communication between the VA and potential vendors, aiming for an effective procurement process within federal guidelines.
    The document outlines a combined synopsis/solicitation (36C25625Q0184) from the Department of Veterans Affairs for a new Patient Monitoring System at the Overton Brooks VA Medical Center in Shreveport, LA. This solicitation is set aside for Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses and seeks quotations for brand name or equivalent Philips monitoring equipment, with an evaluation process focused on the best value to the government. The contract includes specific requirements for the equipment, its installation within 90 days of award, and a site visit on January 28, 2025. The Statement of Work delineates a comprehensive replacement of the existing monitoring system with full compatibility and integration with current systems. Security measures, warranty periods, and training for clinical staff are mandated, along with adherence to federal privacy regulations. The solicitation emphasizes the importance of interoperability and advanced features within the monitoring systems, including touchscreens, multiple parameter displays, and remote monitoring capabilities. It ultimately positions the new equipment as critical for enhancing patient care and operational efficiency at the facility, underscoring the VA’s commitment to improving healthcare services.
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