The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Presolicitation Notice for the procurement of bladder scanners with printers for the Phoenix VA Healthcare System. The purpose of this Sources Sought Notice is to gather information on potential suppliers who can meet the specified requirements, including a 3-D ultrasound bladder scanner capable of non-invasive volume measurements, real-time pre-scanning, a built-in printer, and a full-color touch screen. Companies are invited to respond to the notice with information regarding their capabilities, business size, and compliance with federal acquisition standards. Interested suppliers must submit their responses by February 20, 2025, by 4:00 PM Pacific Time. This document serves planning purposes only and is not a solicitation for bids. The responses will inform future procurement decisions and potential solicitations. Interested parties should ensure their submissions address specific questions outlined in the notice to facilitate meaningful evaluation. Overall, this request supports the VA's commitment to enhancing healthcare services through appropriate medical technology acquisitions.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources capable of supplying bladder scanners with printers for the VA Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ. The specific model desired is the BioCon 750 Bladder Scanner by Medline, with requested characteristics including a 3-D ultrasound capability, non-invasive bladder volume measurement, real-time scanning, built-in printer, mode switching for different patient types, and a full-color touch screen. This RFI aims to gather information from suppliers, encouraging them to provide details on their capabilities and compliance with the outlined specifications. Interested parties must respond thoughtfully to 19 specific questions regarding their ability to meet the requirements, company size, possible distribution roles, adherence to the Buy American Act, lead times, FDA clearance, and other relevant information. Importantly, responses to this RFI are for planning purposes only and do not constitute a legal solicitation for bids or contracts, as the Government remains solely responsible for any incurred response costs. Responses must be submitted via email by February 20, 2025.