6525--636-25-2-2306-0261 - Supply - Ultrasound Acquisition Board Module - NWI
ID: 36C26325Q0498Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

PSC

IMAGING EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES: MEDICAL, DENTAL, VETERINARY (6525)

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https://sam.gov/opp/8b7598c49cc248dba64cb39ef6d61749/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to procure an Ultrasound Acquisition Board Module, specifically the Philips Epiq B-Cart Module, for the Omaha VA Medical Center. This procurement is intended to replace a component of the existing Philips Medical EPIQ 7 Ultrasound machine, ensuring continued operational efficiency and compliance with proprietary maintenance requirements. The selected vendor, Phillips Healthcare, is the sole provider for this equipment, holding exclusive rights for maintenance and service, which underscores the importance of this acquisition for the facility's medical capabilities. Interested vendors must submit their capability statements by February 28, 2025, at 10:00 am Central Time, and can contact Contract Specialist James A. Miller at James.Miller4@va.gov or by phone at 319-338-0581 x635987 for further details.

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    James A MillerContract Specialist
    319-338-0581 x635987
    James.Miller4@va.gov
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    36C26325Q0498_1.docx
    This presolicitation notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs details an intent to award a sole source contract for the acquisition of an Ultrasound Board Module to Phillips Healthcare. It emphasizes that Phillips is the sole developer and service provider for the proprietary Philips Epiq B-Cart system currently in use at the Nebraska Western Iowa VA Health Care System. Market research confirms that Phillips holds exclusive maintenance rights for this equipment, and no other company can legally provide maintenance without jeopardizing warranties. The solicitation includes specifics on the response time, contact information for the contract specialist, and steps for interested vendors to express their capability to provide authorized services. Responses are requested by February 28, 2025, at 10:00 am Central Time, while outlining that the government retains discretion on whether to conduct a competitive procurement based on received responses. This notice underscores adherence to federal acquisition regulations and proprietary rights in contracting processes.
    P01 SOW_PHILIPS ACQUISIION MODULE 636-25-2-2306-0261.pdf
    The document outlines a procurement request for the delivery of a new Philips Epiq B-Cart Acquisition Module, part# 453561921802, intended for the Omaha VA Medical Center. This module will be used with an existing Philips Medical EPIQ 7 Ultrasound machine, identified by the Philips Site ID 74260422. The vendor is required to ship the part within two business days following the acceptance of the purchase order, ensuring next-day delivery. It is important to note that this procurement is strictly for a replacement part and does not involve any patient health information. The document illustrates a straightforward procurement process aimed at fulfilling the needs of the VA medical facility efficiently and expediently.
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