6515--Name Brand - Wexler cardiothoracic surgery instruments. MIS DeBakey Forceps -Manufacturer Part Number: NL8601.15 and MIS Needle Holder -Manufacturer Part Number: FL8604.1
ID: 36C25625Q1305Type: 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)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9e315cd5a07f47e8bac007aae26b97b2/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 16, is seeking information from potential contractors regarding the provision of name-brand Wexler cardiothoracic surgery instruments, including six (6) Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) DeBakey Forceps and six (6) MIS Needle Holders. The objective is to identify qualified businesses that can meet the requirements for these essential surgical tools, which are critical for operations at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, TX. Interested contractors are encouraged to respond to this Sources Sought Notice by August 8, 2025, providing detailed information about their capabilities, compliance with relevant regulations, and estimated pricing. Responses should be directed to Contracting Officer Anthony Marion via email at anthony.marion2@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Anthony MarionContracting Officer
    (713) 794-7408
    anthony.marion2@va.gov
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    36C25625Q1305.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 16 issued a Sources Sought Notice to gather information on contractor capabilities for providing specific, name-brand Wexler cardiothoracic surgery instruments, namely six (6) Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) DeBakey Forceps and six (6) MIS Needle Holders. The office aims to determine contractor interest, compliance with several regulations, and market pricing for these essential surgical tools used at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, TX. Interested businesses are asked to respond by August 8, 2025, covering various aspects such as business size, manufacturing capabilities, and compliance with the Buy American Act and Trade Agreements. The notice emphasizes that this is an RFI and does not constitute a contract or commitment to purchase. The government encourages small businesses to participate, reflecting an intent for market research to assess competition. Responses should be submitted via email to the designated contracting officer, Anthony Marion, by the specified deadlines to assist in the evaluation of potential contractors for future procurement opportunities.
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