6515--AEDs & Defibrillators
ID: 36C25625Q0582Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256)RIDGELAND, MS, 39157, USA

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/872cb0d5bd4c4af985869b98e7e6836a/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking information from potential contractors for the procurement of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and defibrillators for the Overton Brooks VA Medical Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. The objective is to replace existing equipment, including 9 Zoll X Series, 44 Zoll R Series Plus, and 13 AEDs, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards such as the Buy American Act and the Nonmanufacturer Rule. This initiative is crucial for maintaining effective emergency medical capabilities at the facility, with a delivery timeline of 90 days post-award. Interested vendors should submit their responses to Contracting Specialist T. Miller at t.miller@va.gov by the specified deadline, as the contract may be awarded on a sole-source basis if no competitive responses are received.

    Point(s) of Contact
    T MillerContracting Specialist
    713-791-1414 x229073
    t.miller@va.gov
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    36C25625Q0582_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Sources Sought Notice for the procurement of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and Defibrillators to be used at the Overton Brooks VA Medical Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. The primary aim is to gather information from potential contractors regarding their interest and capabilities, including compliance with the Buy American Act and trade agreements. Vendors are requested to provide detailed responses and literature that demonstrate their ability to meet specifications outlined in the Statement of Work. The contract will likely be sole-sourced if no responses are received. The period for performance is set at 90 days after receipt of order. This announcement serves as a preliminary inquiry and does not constitute a binding solicitation, emphasizing that responders are responsible for their own costs in replying. The contact person for queries is Contracting Specialist T. Miller. The overall intention is to ensure the procurement process aligns with federal regulatory standards while enhancing medical capabilities at the facility.
    36C25625Q0582 - Sources Sought _ AEDs_Defibrillators.docx
    The Network Contracting Office (NCO) 16 is seeking information from potential contractors regarding the provision of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and defibrillators for the Overton Brooks VA Medical Center in Shreveport, LA. This Sources Sought/Request for Information (RFI) aims to assess the interest, capabilities, and qualifications of businesses to meet specific equipment requirements outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW). The project includes the replacement of 9 Zoll X Series, 44 Zoll R Series Plus, and 13 AEDs, with an emphasis on having a server-based quality control platform for monitoring. Interested contractors are required to provide detailed responses, documenting compliance with regulatory standards, including the Nonmanufacturer Rule and Buy American Act. Responses should highlight the company's ability to meet or exceed the specifications set forth, with a delivery timeline of 90 days post-award. Contractors are encouraged to participate as this notice indicates a possible sole-source contract situation if no competitive responses arise. Vital factors include technical qualifications, compliance documentation, and pricing estimations. This initiative demonstrates the VA's commitment to ensuring proper emergency medical equipment is readily available to support patient care.
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