6515--605-25-1-088-0014 *SPECIAL* Cryo rental for prostate cancer patient (Service)
ID: 36C26225Q0324Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a0fc43a204f34274bf4c91504655ac26/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified vendors to provide Cryo Service Rentals for prostate cancer patients at the VA Medical Center in Loma Linda, CA. The procurement aims to identify sources capable of supplying specialized cryotherapeutic equipment that can deliver cold temperatures to therapeutic tissues, monitor surrounding tissue temperatures, and provide real-time prostate imaging, among other requirements. This initiative is crucial for enhancing treatment options for veterans suffering from prostate cancer, ensuring that the necessary medical equipment meets specific operational standards. Interested parties must submit their responses, including company information and capabilities, via email to Emiljan Golemi at emiljan.golemi@va.gov by January 14, 2025, at 4:00 PM PST, as this request serves solely for planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation for contracts.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Emiljan GolemiContract Specialist
    emiljan.golemi@va.gov
    Files
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    36C26225Q0324.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice (RFI) to gather information on potential providers for Cryo Service Rentals for prostate cancer patients. This is not a solicitation but a request for information, encouraging companies to submit their capabilities and pricing for planning purposes. The VA seeks equipment capable of delivering cold temperatures to therapeutic tissue and monitoring surrounding temperatures, and requires features such as real-time prostate imaging. Specific brand name products are mentioned, but equivalent solutions are also acceptable. Respondents must identify their business size classification under the NAICS code, their status in relation to government contracting, and whether they are manufacturers, authorized distributors, or capable of providing equivalent solutions. Responses must be submitted via email by January 14, 2025, and will inform future acquisition decisions without establishing a direct bidding opportunity. The RFI aims to enhance procurement planning and ensure suitable sources are identified to meet the VA's service needs effectively.
    S05 Request for Information RFI- Cryo Service Rental.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for Cryo Service Rental at the VA Medical Center in Loma Linda, CA. This RFI serves as a preliminary step to gather information on qualified vendors capable of providing specific cryotherapeutic equipment, particularly from Agiliti Health, Inc. Respondents are encouraged to submit pricing, capabilities, and pertinent market information while clarifying their business size and classifications (e.g., Service Disabled Veteran Owned, Woman Owned, etc.). The required equipment must deliver cold temperatures to therapeutic tissues, monitor surrounding tissue temperatures, provide real-time prostate imaging, and have guidance systems for device placement. Interested parties must demonstrate their ability to meet the stated specifications and provide comprehensive responses, including company information, industry classification, and any existing federal contracts. All responses are due by January 14, 2025, and will solely inform planning decisions; they do not constitute a bind for contracts. This RFI aims to facilitate the acquisition process by identifying qualified businesses before a potential future solicitation. Responses must be submitted via email as telephone submissions are not accepted.
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