Q201--Sources Sought WatchPat Direct (VA-25-00034711)
ID: 36C25625Q0330Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

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

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

MEDICAL- GENERAL HEALTH CARE (Q201)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking information from potential vendors regarding the procurement of WatchPat Direct devices and associated services for the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas. This Sources Sought Notice aims to identify sources that can provide 1,000 units of the WatchPat One Direct and related services, assisting the VA in shaping its procurement strategy and assessing market pricing and competition levels. The procurement is crucial for enhancing patient care through advanced medical technology, and the VA encourages small businesses to participate in this opportunity. Responses to this notice are due by 3:00 PM CST on January 15, 2025, and should be submitted via email to Contract Specialist Tiffany Burks at tiffany.burks@va.gov.

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    Tiffany BurksContract Specialist
    (601) 362-4471
    tiffany.burks@va.gov
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    The document is a Sources Sought Notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding the procurement of WatchPat Direct equipment for the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center. It requests information from potential vendors to help shape the procurement strategy for an upcoming solicitation related to specific items, including the Watchpat One Direct and its services. The notice emphasizes that it is not a solicitation but a means to gather industry information, particularly from small businesses, to assess market pricing and competition levels. Key information requested from vendors includes the manufacturing location, business size, compliance with regulations, access to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts, and whether they hold relevant government contracts. Responses are due by January 15, 2025, and will aid the VA in its market research. The notice also conveys that any data submitted will be kept confidential and used solely for market research purposes.
    The Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center is seeking potential sources for the procurement of WatchPat Direct devices and associated services, as outlined in a Sources Sought Notice (36C25625Q0330). This RFI aims to gather information to inform the procurement strategy, specifically concerning the supply of 1,000 WatchPat One Direct devices and related services. Interested vendors are prompted to provide detailed responses to specific questions regarding manufacturing locations, compliance with small business regulations, authorized distributor status, and market pricing. The notice emphasizes the importance of adhering to HIPAA regulations, safeguarding protected health information, and maintaining proper records management according to federal laws. Responses must be submitted by January 15, 2025, to assist in assessing competition and pricing levels for the subsequent solicitation. The overarching goal is to ensure that the procurement aligns with VA standards and requirements while fostering opportunities for small businesses in the industry.
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