Surgical Instruments Valleylab FT10 Energy Platform
ID: 36C25524Q0624Type: Sources Sought
Overview

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)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9ad69138066a420b9f485e228de5b151/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the VA Saint Louis Health Care System, is seeking qualified vendors to provide the Covidien Valleylab FT10 Energy Platform, which includes necessary equipment, installation services, and project management support. The procurement aims to enhance surgical capabilities by ensuring the device delivers consistent power across various tissue types and includes real-time tissue composition readings, while also being compatible with Cerner EHR systems. Vendors must adhere to strict requirements regarding installation, training, warranty services, and network security, with proposals evaluated based on their ability to meet these specifications. Interested vendors should contact Jon Lutmer at Jonathan.lutmer@va.gov or call 410-446-3862 for further details, as this is a Sources Sought Notice to assess market capabilities, not a solicitation for bids.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jon Lutmer
    (410) 446-3862
    Jonathan.lutmer@va.gov
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    36C25524Q0624.pdf
    The VA Saint Louis Health Care System has issued a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified vendors capable of providing the Valleylab FT10 Energy Platform. The objective is to procure necessary equipment, installation services, and project management support. Vendors must demonstrate their ability to meet specific technical specifications, including consistent power delivery and real-time tissue composition readings. They should also ensure compliance with network security and provide Cerner compatibility statements. The proposal includes detailed requirements for installation, on-site training, necessary documentation, and warranty services, emphasizing the need for professionalism and safety during vendor operations. Responses to the notice must include business size classifications, whether vendors are manufacturers or distributors, and must detail their capabilities along with DUNS numbers. The document clarifies that this is not a solicitation but a request for information to assess market capabilities. Responses will inform future procurement decisions, aiding the VA in satisfying its operational needs while ensuring compliance with federal contracting standards. The procurement process outlines stringent conditions for delivery and collaboration with the VA's Biomedical Engineering staff, highlighting the importance of internal coordination and training in the acquisition process.
    SOW Covidien Valleylab FT10.docx
    The VA Saint Louis Health Care System seeks to procure the Covidien Valleylab FT10 surgical device, emphasizing technical specifications, software requirements, and installation services. Vendors must ensure the device provides consistent power across various tissue types and includes real-time tissue composition readings. Compatibility with Cerner EHR systems is mandatory, requiring a statement from the original equipment manufacturer (OEM). Vendors are responsible for the assembly, installation, and testing of the system, including comprehensive training for VA staff. Additionally, all equipment and software must be supported and maintained, with warranties covering parts and labor for at least one year post-acceptance. Value-added proposals that include trade-in options, extended warranties, and detailed training options will be considered favorably. Proper delivery protocols, security form submissions, and compliance with operational timing constraints are crucial components of this procurement process, ensuring that the VA Saint Louis maintains operational efficiency and high clinical standards.
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