6515--600-25-1-441-0025 Puritan Bennett 980 Ventilator
ID: 36C26225Q0491Type: Sources Sought
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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)

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https://sam.gov/opp/cb05d9d8e1f2422e9daa9736b7618ecc/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking potential sources for the procurement of the Puritan Bennett 980 ventilator and related products for the VA Long Beach Healthcare System. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to identify qualified vendors capable of meeting specific product characteristics, including various ventilation modes, advanced monitoring capabilities, and essential safety features. The initiative underscores the VA's commitment to providing advanced medical equipment to support healthcare efforts for veterans, ensuring optimal patient care and equipment reliability. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their capabilities statements by February 18, 2025, to Contract Specialist Emiljan Golemi at emiljan.golemi@va.gov.

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    Emiljan GolemiContract Specialist
    emiljan.golemi@va.gov
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    36C26225Q0491.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to gather information on potential sources capable of providing the Puritan Bennett 980 ventilator for the VA Long Beach Healthcare System. This request is purely for informational and planning purposes and not a solicitation. The document outlines the salient characteristics, including required ventilation modes, advanced monitoring capabilities, and safety features, as well as additional functionalities necessary for compliance with health standards. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their capabilities statements along with details about their business size, manufacturing status, compliance with regulatory requirements, and lead times for delivery. Responses to this notice should be submitted by February 18, 2025. The goal is to assess the market and make informed acquisition decisions based on vendor feedback. The emphasis is on understanding the capacity and qualifications of suppliers in relation to the specified ventilator requirements, aiming to ensure optimal patient care and equipment reliability.
    S05 RFI 36C26225Q0491-Ventilator.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the VISN 22 Long Beach Network Contracting Office, is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for providing ventilators and related products for the VA Long Beach Healthcare System. This document serves as a sources sought notice, not a formal solicitation, and aims to gather insights on qualified vendors, particularly as it pertains to the NAICS code 339112. The RFI outlines essential product characteristics that the ventilators must meet, including various ventilation modes, advanced monitoring capabilities, and safety features. Interested companies are encouraged to submit their capabilities, feedback on the proposed specifications, and their business size classifications. The deadline for responses is February 18, 2025. This initiative reflects the VA's commitment to ensuring the availability of advanced medical equipment to support healthcare efforts for veterans, while the RFI process allows the government to gather industry knowledge for future acquisitions.
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