6515-- 36C25525Q0352 | PNEUMATIC TUBE SYSTEM UPGRADE
ID: 36C25525Q0352Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF255-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 15 (36C255)LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/374b575656c64989ba7fadc208424edc/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole-source contract to Translogic (Swisslog Healthcare) for the upgrade of the pneumatic tube system at the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital in Columbia, Missouri. This project involves modernizing the Control Center to a virtual server, replacing existing hardware, and installing updated software to ensure reliable transfer of medications and lab specimens, thereby mitigating risks associated with system downtime and delays in medical processes. The importance of this upgrade lies in maintaining operational efficiency within the hospital, as a functional pneumatic tube system is critical for timely medical deliveries. Interested parties may submit their capabilities statements by May 15, 2025, to Contracting Officer Laura Ferguson at Laura.Ferguson@va.gov, as this announcement does not constitute a request for competitive proposals, and the government will negotiate solely with the designated vendor if no viable alternatives are presented.

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    Laura FergusonContracting Officer
    (913) 946-1993
    Laura.Ferguson@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs plans to award a sole-source contract to Translogic (Swisslog Healthcare) for upgrading the pneumatic tube system at the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital. This upgrade will involve replacing existing hardware and software and enhancing the system to ensure reliable transfer of medication and lab specimens. The project aims to mitigate risks associated with system downtime and delays in medical processes. Interested parties may provide their capabilities statement by May 15, 2025, though the final decision remains at the government's discretion. This announcement does not constitute a request for competitive proposals, as the government will negotiate only with the designated vendor if no viable alternatives are presented. The NAICS code for this procurement is 339113, and all inquiries should be directed to Contracting Officer Laura Ferguson. The official contracting office is located in Leavenworth, Kansas.
    SOW Tube System Upgrades.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a contractor to modernize the pneumatic tube system at the Harry S. Truman VA Medical Center in Columbia, Missouri. The scope includes upgrading the Control Center to a virtual server, replacing essential hardware, installing software, and delivering updated system diagrams. This upgrade is critical to prevent operational downtime that could hinder the delivery of medications and laboratory specimens. Contractor personnel must comply with strict identification and parking protocols, and work hours are restricted to weekdays, excluding national holidays. The contractor must ensure all technicians are certified and trained in the relevant equipment, as subcontracting requires prior approval from the Contracting Officer. They are responsible for any injuries or damages resulting from their work. Deliverables include service reports post-completion, and a one-year warranty on parts and labor is mandatory. This contract emphasizes the need for a reliable and functional pneumatic tube system to maintain hospital efficiency and is structured to ensure taxpayer funds are utilized effectively while safeguarding the interests of the VA and its staff.
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