The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract for the upgrade of temporal thermometers used at the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center. This contract, part of a Firm-Fixed-Price arrangement, will specifically involve Welch Allyn Connex Spot Service Kits, as they are the only compatible upgrade kits for the current temperature probes in use. The announcement clarifies compliance with FAR regulations and indicates that the VA is seeking information from responsible sources that demonstrate their capability to provide the required services. Interested parties must submit their capability details by 15:00 AM EST on July 18, 2025. This notification is not a competitive request for proposals, and all communications must be directed to the contracting officer via email, as phone inquiries are not permitted. The official contracting office is located in Pittsburgh, PA, and the appropriate FSC and NAICS codes are also specified.
The VA Pittsburgh Medical Center's Logistics Department is seeking procurement for 42 SureTemp Service Kits (4th Edition) and 46 Connex Spot Monitor Service Kits to support its initiative of upgrading temperature measurement devices. This upgrade aims to enhance the accuracy of temperature readings critical to a new “sepsis alert” program, which is currently hindered by inaccurate readings often attributed to older thermometers and potential user errors. The project is related to two prior orders via MSPV and ECAT. The requirements detail specific brand names and quantities for each service kit, with strict delivery and storage protocols to prevent damage. Deliveries are to be made during business hours, and contractors must adhere to security policies while on VA premises, ensuring no access to sensitive information. This document outlines the essential needs for improving clinical operations at the facility, reflecting a commitment to patient care through accurate temperature monitoring.