36C10G25Q0101.docx

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OPAL | Strategic Acquisition Center

10300 Spotsylvania Ave | STE 400 Fredericksburg VA 22408-2697

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Contract Specialist Maurice.Christian@va.gov

Contracting Officer Hosea.Berkley@va.gov

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1. SCOPE OF WORK:

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program has identified the remOVE DC Impulse Generator product line as a candidate for a VA-wide (otherwise referred to as “national”) single Requirements contract award.

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program is seeking offerors that can provide remOVE DC Impulse Generator. The remOVE DC Impulse Generator is a medical device used to fragment OTSC® (Over the Scope Clip) and FTRD® (Full Thickness Resection Device) clips, which are endoscopic instruments used in the digestive tract. It's part of a system designed to remove these clips, when necessary, for example, if they are mispositioned, causing complications, or if the procedure needs to be repeated.

The remOVE DC Impulse Generator is a unique system that is designed to remove manufacturer's specific endoscopic clips. It is FDA certified for this functionality on Ovesco OTSC® and FTRD® clips only. There are no other systems available that are FDA certified to perform this function for OTSC® and FTRD® clip removal.

The Contractor must demonstrate the ability to meet all requirements for the solicitation. The objective is to provide remOVE DC Impulse Generator to be used by clinicians throughout the VA medical centers and facilities. The period of performance is for a base of 12-months with four 12-month option periods.

2. REQUIREMENT

This requirement will be IAW FAR clause 6.303, Brand Name which requires the quoter indicate that the product being offered is a remOVE DC Impulse Generator.

– remOVE DC Impulse electrical device for fragmentation of OTSC® and FTRD® clips in the digestive tract.

– Foot-activated switch with connector cable

– DC Cutter connection cord

– Power Cord

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking vendors who can provide the remOVE DC Impulse Generator as listed above which meet all the following salient characteristics: Vendors must quote product solutions that meet the salient characteristics. Products quoted in the technical volume must be captured on the Vendor’s pricing volume (Attachment A, Price Cost Schedule) of the solicitation. Vendors may quote any additional ancillary products which they deem to be essential to the functionality of the proposed solution; these items must be captured in the Vendor’s pricing volume with a quantity of zero.

The Government's intent is to include all ancillary items to ensure the equipment can function as designed by the OEM and as clinically required. Vendors are encouraged to provide any product solution or configuration so long as they meet the salient characteristics. Additionally, responses can include any additional product that may be beneficial. These items must be clearly identified by brand name and part number.

Responses to this Sources Sought Notice shall include the following:

1. Full name and address of company

1. DUNS number/ CAGE Code/ SAM UIE

1. Business Size

1. Manufacturer or Distributor - If distributor provide full name, business size and address of manufacturer.

1. Country of Origin designation for all products.

1. Ability to provide uninterrupted supply of products on a national scale.

1. Vendors are requested to provide documentation that shows information on their service plan.

1. Does vendor offer an annual service plan, Yes or No?

1. If Yes:

8. What does the plan cover?

8. Does plan cover software updates only?

8. Does the plan cover parts repair or replacement only?

8. Does the plan cover both software and parts?

1. Technical Literature that clearly shows product(s) meet the identified salient characteristics and page numbers where each salient characteristic is met.

1. Any additional product solution or configuration that would be beneficial to the clinical functionality of the product line identified.

Although not required, vendors responding to this Sources Sought may also submit a Capabilities Statement.

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