6515--Wireless Handheld Ultrasound Scanner - CI
ID: 36C26324Q1183Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

PSC

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

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/de61fcabf42942d4a4f97b0ffdd793ac/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, through the Network Contract Office 23, is seeking proposals for the procurement of six Wireless Handheld Ultrasound Scanners, specifically the GE Vscan Air SL H8031VA or equivalent, for the Central Iowa VA Healthcare System. This total Small Business set-aside aims to enhance healthcare services by acquiring advanced medical imaging technology that includes features such as dual-headed probes and optimized presets for various medical scanning purposes. The successful contractor must comply with all applicable security and privacy laws, ensuring robust cybersecurity measures and adherence to federal regulations. Interested vendors should direct inquiries to Contracting Specialist Jennifer Watkins-Schoenig at jennifer.watkins-schoenig@va.gov, with all questions submitted at least 72 hours before the response deadline of September 24, 2024, at 4:00 PM Central Time.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jennifer Watkins-SchoenigContracting Specialist
    (319) 338-0581
    jennifer.watkins-schoenig@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically Network 23 Contracting Office, has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of wireless handheld ultrasound scanners intended for the Central Iowa VA Healthcare System (VAHCS). This solicitation, identified by number 36C26324Q1183, is designated as a total Small Business (SB) set-aside. Interested vendors must submit any inquiries to the contracting specialist, Jennifer Watkins-Schoenig, by email, ensuring to do so at least 72 hours prior to the response deadline of September 24, 2024, at 4:00 PM Central Time. The RFP aligns with federal guidelines, seeking qualified small businesses to fulfill the requirement while adhering to essential procurement protocols. The document emphasizes that proper communication is critical for participating vendors, further underscoring the structured nature of the procurement process within federal contracting. Overall, this RFP reflects the VA’s commitment to enhancing medical equipment availability in support of veteran healthcare.
    36C26324Q1183.pdf
    The document outlines a request for proposals (RFP) by the Department of Veterans Affairs for six Wireless Handheld Ultrasound Systems, specifically the GE Vscan Air SL H8031VA or equivalent. This procurement is set aside entirely for small businesses and aims to obtain devices that include specific features such as dual-headed probes, optimized presets for various medical scanning purposes, and advanced Doppler capabilities. The delivery timeframe required is 30 days post-award. Additionally, it emphasizes that the contractor must adhere to all security and privacy laws applicable to processing VA information, including robust cybersecurity measures and compliance with federal regulations. There are detailed clauses regarding payment, inspection, disputes, and warranty, ensuring that all equipment provided is new and from authorized sources only, avoiding gray market or counterfeit products. The main objective of this RFP is to enhance healthcare services through the acquisition of advanced medical imaging technology while ensuring strict adherence to standards and regulations designed to protect sensitive information and maintain high operational integrity.
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