CTX SPS Laser Instrument Marking System Upgrade
ID: 36C257-25-AP-1931Type: Sources Sought
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)ARLINGTON, TX, 76006, USA

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Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

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MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking vendors for the CTX SPS Laser Instrument Marking System Upgrade, aimed at enhancing the tracking and management of surgical instruments at the Central Texas Veterans Health Care System (CTVHCS). The selected vendor will be responsible for marking up to 60,000 surgical instruments using a laser marking system, ensuring compliance with inventory protocols and training staff on the marking process. This project is critical for improving the safety and efficiency of instrument management throughout the decontamination, sterilization, and operational phases. Interested parties should contact Shannon Robinson at shannon.robinson3@va.gov or 210-875-7473 for further details, as the contract is structured as a firm-fixed-price agreement lasting one year with two optional years.

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    The document outlines a Statement of Work (SOW) for a project involving the marking and optimization of surgical instruments and related equipment at the Central Texas Veterans Health Care System (CTVHCS). The vendor will provide services which include marking up to 60,000 instruments using a laser marking system, ensuring they can be tracked and inventoried through the Censitrac software. The project aims to enhance the safety and efficiency of instrument management from decontamination through sterilization and return to the operational area. Key tasks involve training staff on the marking process, handling existing inventory discrepancies, and maintaining compliance with data entry protocols. The vendor must operate during off-hours to minimize disruptions and is responsible for their personnel and equipment. Specific deliverables include weekly marking performance targets, adherence to safety protocols, and generating reports on equipment status and inventory. The contract is structured as a firm-fixed-price agreement lasting one year with two possible option years, and includes provisions to ensure security and confidentiality of VA information. The SOW emphasizes collaboration between the vendor and CTVHCS staff to achieve effective sustainment of the instrument tracking system.
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