6515--PSAS SING | Phase II Acquisition Planning Effort
ID: 36C10G25Q0035Type: Sources Sought
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFSTRATEGIC ACQUISITION CENTER FREDERICKSBURG (36C10G)FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22408, 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/1eb21c3c24114ac7ae82d55b27a09e54/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking industry feedback through a Sources Sought Notice for the Prosthetics Surgical Implants Next Generation (SING) program, aimed at expanding its National Contracts for prosthetic surgical implants. The VA intends to gather information from potential vendors regarding their capabilities to supply additional categories of implants, including both biologics and non-biologics, to enhance the existing supply chain and ensure comprehensive coverage. This initiative is crucial for providing a wide range of surgical implants across various medical fields, such as women's health, gastrointestinal, and orthopedics, thereby improving service continuity and access for veterans. Interested parties must submit their responses by 12:00 PM on February 14, 2025, to Brian Love at Brian.Love@va.gov or Kristin Campbell at Kristin.campbell3@va.gov.

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    brian.love@va.govBrian Love
    Kristin Campbell
    kristin.campbell3@va.gov
    Brian.Love@va.gov
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    The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking information from potential vendors related to the Prosthetics Surgical Implants Next Generation (SING) program, as part of a Sources Sought Notice. This notice, identified by solicitation number 36C10G25Q0035, serves to gather industry feedback to expand the existing National Contracts for prosthetic surgical implants. The initiative aims to cover additional categories of implants and establish a comprehensive supply chain for various surgical implants, both biologics and non-biologics. Interested parties are requested to provide details regarding their capabilities, including organization type, product categories, and sales data for the VA in recent years. Categories of interest include women's health, urinary, gastrointestinal, ophthalmology, surgical mesh, vascular, cardiothoracic, dental, pain management, respiratory, craniofacial, and orthopedics. Feedback will influence procurement strategies and help shape future contract requirements. The deadline for submissions is February 14, 2025, with responses directed to contacts provided in the notice.
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