6515--Notice of Intent to Sole Source - PENTAX Medical Video Naso-Pharyngo-Laryngoscope System Corporal Michael J. Crescenz Department of Veterans Affairs Center Philadelphia, PA 19104
ID: 36C24425Q0306Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/4b3b1fb9171b4dd49833aa99b26bb178/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract for a PENTAX Medical Video Naso-Pharyngo-Laryngoscope System to Thundercat Technology LLC, the exclusive federal reseller for this product. This system is essential for screening, diagnosing, and treating upper airway conditions at the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA. The procurement reflects the VA's commitment to streamline its processes while ensuring compliance with federal regulations, as the system is specifically tailored for medical applications. Interested firms that believe they can meet the requirement are invited to submit capability statements by January 31, 2025, to the Contracting Officer, Mickeya Linzie, at mickeya.linzie@va.gov.

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    Mickeya LinzieContracting Officer
    (302) 516-0009
    mickeya.linzie@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract for a PENTAX Medical Video Naso-Pharyngo-Laryngoscope System to Thundercat Technology LLC, the exclusive federal reseller for this product. The system is required for screening, diagnosing, and treating upper airway conditions at the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA. The notice indicates that this is not a request for competitive quotes, although firms that can fulfill the requirement are invited to submit capability statements by January 31, 2025. Submissions must include details about the company and its ability to meet the requirements. The contracting office is located in Wilmington, DE, and the NAICS code for the procurement is 541519. This notice reflects the VA's specific needs and its intent to streamline procurement processes while maintaining compliance with federal regulations.
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