7510--PRINTER SUPPLIES
ID: 36C77024Q0379Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL CMOP OFFICE (36C770)LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

NAICS

Photographic Film, Paper, Plate, Chemical, and Copy Toner Manufacturing (325992)

PSC

OFFICE SUPPLIES (7510)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/78544d2b67c2482382cb161ac3c0fbe8/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting proposals for printer supplies, specifically replacement toners and printer parts for Lexmark MS826 printers, to support operations at the Shawnee Centralized Mail Order Pharmacy (CMOP) in Shawnee, Kansas. The procurement is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and requires vendors to be registered in SAM.gov, with the submission of samples for any alternate items proposed. Timely delivery and adherence to quality standards are critical, as the supplies are essential for the facility's operational readiness, with initial deliveries scheduled to commence in October 2024 and options extending through October 2025. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by September 17, 2024, and direct any inquiries to Contract Specialist Brigitte Kidder at Brigitte.Kidder@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Brigitte KidderContract Specialist
    (913) 684-0150
    Brigitte.Kidder@va.gov
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    36C77024Q0379_2.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network 15, is issuing a presolicitation notice for printer supplies, specifically a Brand or Equal procurement, set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The primary requirement is to deliver items to the Shawnee CMOP in Kansas, with a solicitation number 36C77024Q0379. Quotes are due by September 17, 2024, at 5 PM Central Time, with the solicitation package available on Sam.gov around September 9, 2024. Vendors must provide their quotes and, if offering unlisted items, submit a sample for testing by the close date. The procurement falls under Product Service Code 7510 and NAICS code 325992. Responses must be concise and focused on the specified requirements, and vendors are responsible for monitoring the site for updates or amendments. This notice underscores the agency’s commitment to engaging SDVOSBs in its procurement processes.
    36C77024Q0379.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs, through its Heartland Network Contracting Office (NCO) 15, is seeking potential sources for the procurement of printer supplies, specifically replacement toners and parts compatible with Lexmark MS826 printers used in medication packaging. This sources sought notice is aimed at identifying small businesses, including Veteran and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, registered under NAICS code 325992 for photographic supplies and toner manufacturing. The VA is particularly interested in vendors who can supply genuine Lexmark parts or equivalent products, ensuring they are tested and approved for use in the specified printers. The procurement objective is to secure a reliable source for these critical printer supplies, which are essential for printing prescription information accompanying medications shipped to veterans. The contract will require three deliveries, starting in October 2024, with anticipated deliveries every 30 days. Vendors must respond to specific questions regarding their capabilities, including manufacturing status, country of origin, and existing GSA contracts, along with standard company information. While this is not a solicitation announcement, responses to this RFI will inform future acquisition decisions, and interested vendors are encouraged to provide thorough responses by the specified deadline.
    S02 PRICING SCHEDULE - 36C77024Q0379.xlsx
    This government solicitation from the VA Shawnee CMOP seeks proposals for supplying specific Lexmark toner and imaging units, with a submission deadline of September 17, 2024. The procurement includes three line items: black toner, fuser, and imaging units, with a detailed delivery schedule specifying quantities and timing across multiple months. Vendors wishing to propose alternate items must submit samples to Shawnee CMOP by the offer due date. The base performance period is set from October 7, 2024, to January 6, 2025, with options to extend through subsequent timeframes. Questions regarding the solicitation must be directed to a designated email by September 12, 2024. This RFP emphasizes compliance with specific product requirements and outlines logistical expectations for delivery in bulk, reflecting standard practice in government contracting aimed at ensuring timely and compliant procurement of supplies for federal operations.
    S02 RFQ 36C77024Q0379.pdf
    The document outlines a solicitation for a contract for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) NCO 15 Contracting Office related to a requirement for replacement toners and printer parts specifically for Lexmark MS826 printers at the Shawnee Centralized Mail Order Pharmacy (CMOP) located in Shawnee, Kansas. The intended acquisition, designated as an unrestricted procurement, emphasizes the vendor must be verified as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) at the time of submission, registered in SAM.gov, and provide samples for acceptance if not offering the exact specified items. The delivery schedule includes three initial deliveries starting in October 2024, with quarterly options extending until October 2025. The document incorporates various contractual obligations, including compliance with FAR clauses, invoicing requirements, and adherence to the VA's guidelines for small business utilization. It highlights the significance of timely delivery and quality assurance in fulfilling the operational supplies necessary for the facility to effectively operate once it becomes fully functional. Overall, the document serves as both a comprehensive solicitation for bid and a regulatory framework, ensuring compliance in federal procurement processes.
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