J065--Surgical Scope Repair Services for Bay Pines VA Healthcare System
ID: 36C24825Q0458Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF248-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 8 (36C248)TAMPA, FL, 33637, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors to provide Surgical Scope Repair Services for the Bay Pines VA Healthcare System. This procurement aims to establish a comprehensive contract for surgical device management and repair, which includes rapid response for device pickup, loaner replacements, and timely repairs, all critical for maintaining the functionality of surgical instrumentation and ensuring uninterrupted patient care. The contract will span one base year with four optional years and is particularly focused on engaging Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), and Women Owned Small Businesses (WOSB). Interested organizations must submit their capabilities and relevant organizational details to the designated contracting officer, Cindy Smith, at cindy.smith@va.gov by 1:00 PM EST on March 7, 2025, as part of the market research process. Responses will be kept confidential and will inform the potential competitive procurement process.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Cindy SmithContracting Officer
    (813) 724-0238
    cindy.smith@va.gov
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    The Bay Pines VA Healthcare System is seeking information for Surgical Scope Repair Services through a Sources Sought Notice aimed at identifying potential vendors. This initiative targets Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), Women Owned Small Businesses (WOSB), or any other qualified small businesses for a prospective contract. The contract is expected to span one base year with four optional years and will be a firm-fixed price arrangement. Interested organizations must submit their capabilities along with specific organizational details, including size, SAM status, and points of contact, to the designated contracting officer by 1:00 PM EST on March 7, 2025. The aim is to conduct market research to assess the availability of capable providers before deciding on a competitive procurement process. Responses will be kept confidential and are not regarded as formal proposals. The VA reserves the right to set aside the procurement for SDVOSBs or VOSBs if qualified responses are received. This notice serves as a preliminary exploration of the market and does not impose an obligation on the government.
    The Bay Pines VA Healthcare System is seeking a contractor for a comprehensive surgical device management and repair contract, spanning a base year plus four optional years. This service, essential for maintaining surgical instrumentation functionality, must include rapid response for device pickup, loaner replacements, and timely repairs, all to ensure uninterrupted patient care. Key requirements include a local repair facility, a semi-annual preventative maintenance program, adherence to relevant healthcare regulations, and a system for tracking device status and maintenance schedules. The contractor must also provide staff training and education at no additional cost, while ensuring all record-keeping complies with federal legal standards. Emphasis is placed on quality assurance, safety inspection of devices, and clear accountability for non-conforming equipment. The overarching goal is to enhance the operational efficiency and safety of surgical services within the VA framework.
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